It was previously believed that purple dragons were exclusively female, but this is not the case. Recent environmental shifts have revealed the existence of both genders of this breed. Female behavior is well known; they are primarily herbivores but will eat meat during mating season. On the other hand, very little is known about the behavior and habits of male purple dragons.

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.

Purleska is the friendliest of the clan, and often the first one to welcome newcomers. She considers Shariva, Filira and Filiwar her siblings, since they all hatched on the same day and grew up together. She is very friendly, easy to talk with, and loves to help others with their problems.  She naturally steps in as mediator of arguments, although several clan members have learned that their argument might be won by offering Purleska toast. No one is sure why she loves toast so much. However, it isn't a guaranteed way to win an argument.  She is very close with Shariva, and tends to help balance out her suspicion of strangers.