Guardian Dragons have large shields on the end of their tails. Although the shields appear to be heavy, they are light, yet nearly unbreakable. Guardian Dragons use their tail-shields, as well as their wings, to deflect attacks and protect others. Often, they will guard the eggs and hatchlings of a nest while others are away. They are generally peaceful, and will not retaliate unless necessary. They have no need to forage or hunt, as they are fed by those they protect.

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.

Shielduria was born as a loyal guardian female in the cave of Greenlion101.  With 3 other dragons growing up, who were all abandoned like her, times were hard. Taking Shielduria and the others to their hatchery was an even bigger job, but they made it through. Shielduria's dad, Shieldurio, is a legend no one speaks of around the cave. Shielduria loves to help take care of the growing dragons; she loves hatchlings in general. Shielduria always dreams of a mate of her own, so she could have a family of her own.