Arcana Dragons are a rarely-encountered breed of dragon known for both their magical abilities, and their quirky, hardworking nature. These dragons have specialized organs for storing mana, and can produce varying effects from these reserves simply through instinct. However, they are also very intelligent dragons, and when raised around mages, or others of their own kind, almost invariably become obsessed with the study of magic. Arcanae are diligent in their efforts to discover as many uses for magic as possible, and while they will openly treat others to the fruits of their labor—especially others who share their interests—they will also use their knowledge and abilities to trick any creature that thinks it can take advantage of them.

Dragons are highly-intelligent reptilian creatures that—from a human perspective, at least—appear to live forever. Many different varieties of dragon exist, each with their own unique qualities, habitats, and behavior. Adolescence in dragons is usually marked by the growth of a hatchling’s wings, although not all breeds of dragons grow wings and some breeds have other traits that indicate the beginning of maturation. In Galsreim, dragons and humans coexist peacefully.

Dye Trader, a colorful dragon dressed in colorful robes, creates and trades dye. He has a rather bombastic way of speaking and calls all of his customers and acquaintances "dear". He knows several preparation methods and has memorized countless dye sources and the hues they produce, no easy feat even for a dragon like him. Notable among Dye Trader's collection are mana-infused dyes that not only place multiple hues on something in one go but may also be animated—some of his most highly prized dyes undulate and wave in various colors once applied to fabric. He is known by multiple names, such as Sikarbaal and Ahirom, but people usually just call him Dye Trader.