Waterhorse Dragons received their name due to their horse-like physique and endearing behavior. They are capable of surviving out of water, and when on land their skin secretes a gelatinous goo to retain moisture. However, their large paddle feet are better suited for swimming, and waterhorse dragons tend to move very awkwardly when on land. Waterhorses are very friendly dragons and enjoy playing with humans.

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.

According to Duskugbe, he was once a ghost and is now a jellyfish, and he trained every day to become a strong jellyfish because he wasn't very well-liked as a ghost. This tale is backed up by his eccentric team of adventurous fighters and a group of fractious spirits known as the Mob. His impressive bulk and even more impressive set of spells demonstrate that at least the bit about training hard is true. He and his partner have retired from regional travel and now live on an island resort where they spend a lot of their time watching over youngsters and eggs at the day care.