Spitfires are a desert breed of dragon. Their dull brown bodies contrast with their brilliant turquoise markings, and they only blaze brighter when these dragons fight. Spitfires are notorious for their territorial natures, and the wing-edges of most are ripped and tattered before their first year is out. Spitfires are also noteworthy for their brilliant blue fire, which is used not for hunting or fighting, but rather for making glass caves from the sand, in which the dragons can soak up the sun.

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.

Perhaps fortunately for Kevlus, aggressive species of dragon like Gemstone Rage seem to be the only types in the dragon family he is creating as of yet. The good luck comes into play because it gives one hardened experience with 'meaner' dragons, so that not only do calmer ones seem like a vacation, but other aggressive dragons can be manageable after a time.

As for the individual dragon herself, Gemstone has a rather odd friendship with Embre, perhaps because of their mutual territorial instincts; they know they share a territory with their 'father' and with each other, so rather than fight over who gets to guard, they cordially (at least among themselves) share the duties of making sure the home isn't invaded.

As well, both females seem to be developing some maternal instincts, as when one is keeping watch, the other is helping tend to any eggs in the hatchery.