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.

Proprioception has a fun activity that most dragons don't really think is that fun after the first time around. She seems to enjoy explaining the objective of this activity as much as she does playing it, which goes: "Hold your arm or front leg straight out. Bend your (main) elbow. Touch your nose with your first digit in a single, fluid motion." In Proprioception's case, she touches her snout with her fingerless paw with a soft "plat". Many dragons think Proprioception's little game is pretty dumb, but some admit that it is helpful in weeding out individuals who've had too much fermented nectar or giddy mushrooms.