Ember Dragons have a great affinity for hot environments. While they themselves are not hot to the touch, their tendency to lurk amongst smoldering ashes has caused many to believe they are fire-starters. Their dully glowing markings serve many purposes: acting as a means of identification between individuals, as an important part of mating displays, and as a way of showing aggression. The long, low build of the breed makes them ungainly in flight, and the thick fleshy membranes of their wings hinder them further. As such, it is rare to see an Ember Dragon take to the air. Ember Dragons are also not particularly sociable; females tend to be defensive, whereas males are more aggressive. Once they have settled with a particular group of dragons, Ember Dragons are incredibly loyal and will defend their pack by any means possible.

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.

Orphaned because of a great battle, Prince Reynis of Skulls and Fire, seeking a place of peace, came from a distant land to the Kingdom of Wonders. King Shimrii welcomed him with open arms despite everyone's apprehension about the mysterious stranger. Reynis adapted well to his new life and eventually became a guard for King Shimrii, to thank him for something his old life had not given: peace, safety, and food in abundance. He is a solitary individual but will not hesitate to act if anyone is in danger, especially Shimrii. Reynis remains tight lipped about his past and exactly where he is from; Some have speculated he may be from the far outerlands, but Reynis will neither deny nor confirm this as actual fact. Since his arrival, people have warmed up to him, but they wish that someday he will in time be comfortable enough to speak about the past.