Carina Dragons, though a rare sight, are quite brilliant to behold. Typically gentle, they abhor violence and have developed a rather unique method of camouflage to avoid it: their wings and bodies blend into the night sky while the cobalt flames that adorn their bodies burn brightly, making them appear to be shooting stars when they fly. Their fire also wards off predators and shields them from unwanted brawls. However, despite this enmity toward bloodshed, Carinae can become dangerous when faced with peril, especially if their young are in jeopardy. Legends speak of young Carina Dragons consuming entire constellations, which then become emblazoned on their wings.

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.

La'oona is a highly poetic and romantic individual. She is an extraordinarily compassionate dragon, even for a Carina. She can't stand violence, and she is deeply disturbed by death. She is also very kind and considerate, as she tries to protect everyone, human and dragon both. She doesn't want innocent blood to be spilled on her account. She is very sensitive when it comes to her hatchlinghood, as proven by how she hates being called her old name "Selena." She is deeply saddened when remembering her past, often saying prayers for "a dragon she used to know".