Ochredrakes are a curious species with a wide array of mutations and interesting behaviors. Not as intelligent as normal dragons, they only breed with other drake species. While they may not be bright, ochredrakes are flamboyant and fun-loving with amazing, chirping voices to sing with, and tame readily in the presence of a gentle hand.

Though it may appear at first that dragons and drakes have much in common, the two are completely separate species. Drakes are smaller and less intelligent than their cousin species, though both dragons and drakes sit comfortably near the top of the food chain. They are always found bearing antlers and leathery wings. Drakes share many of the same habitats that dragons do, and typically hunt in packs.

Niflem is a courageous drake. He never leaves anyone in doubt about what he wants or is about to do. This male had long hoped for another drake to become a part of the cave and is mated to Kultaskelma, the only other drake in the cave.  He never keeps secrets and always tries to do what he thinks is right whether it gets him in trouble or not. It is hard to change Niflem's mind and he can sometimes be very thick. Once he gets an idea in his head, there is no stopping him. He is close friends with Lodena.