Lunar Heralds are deeply attuned to the two moons of Valkemare, Aurax and Cirion. Strictly nocturnal, they draw energy from moonlight and will only hunt when the moons have waned. When breeding, the amount of moonlight the parents receive from each moon will determine the color of the egg produced. When a Lunar Herald is struck by direct moonlight, an illusion of multiple wings may appear. Witnessing a Lunar Herald’s illusory wings is commonly believed to be a sign of good fortune.

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.

Making fun of royalty is Lese Majeste's favorite sport. Royal institutions deserving of mockery will receive mockery, and she knows the huge danger associated with doing so in places where that is prohibited. If Lese Majeste finds out she's on a watch list or something similar because of her criticism towards a ruler, it's grounds for more criticism. In her eyes, a powerful person like a king shouldn't be so thin-skinned as to have a personal grudge against another territory's low-ranking subject. She is fortunate that in the kingdom where she lives, talking smack about the government is perfectly all right to do—in fact, the queen encourages criticism since it can expose bad policies and people.