Storm Dragons are the masters of the skies. They are excellent fliers and land only to rest and eat. In addition, they have full control of the weather. They are very hot-tempered and easily angered. They will attack any human that bothers them, conjuring strong winds and dangerous lightning.

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.

Laith almost constantly patrols the peak of Mount Shanidar, his clan's home.  When he does stop to rest, he lies on a cliff far above the nest cave, refusing to spend any time inside with the others. It's his job to watch the mountainside for the approach of any enemies.  He ensures that there are constant storm clouds gathered around the peak, ready to hurl lightning at anything that looks suspicious, though he keeps the sky immediately above the cave clear.  If he's in a foul mood, he will even dive at and attack any other dragons that fly near him.  There is only one particular Skywing dragon who he tolerates, and sometimes he even tries to impress her with aerial acrobatics, but she never lets him near.