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.

Guard seems to be the self-assigned nest protector. When he first achieved adulthood he sat in front of the nests. None of the other dragons chased him away from the nest either, so he stayed. Everyday, he protects the eggs, and watches them grow. He has a big dip in the shield mounted on his chest, as if it were dented. Once, a small group of Hellhorse dragons wandered into their territory, hoping to storm it and take it over. The bigger dragons defended their home. During the fight, Contere was kicked in the chest by one of the Hellhorse dragon's back legs. Even then, they defended their home, chasing the dragons away. He deems it a trophy.