This breed of dragon was thought to exist only in legend. Although their name varies between cultures, they are often referred to as “Guardians of Nature.” They are able to channel the forces of fire, ice and lightning, which allows them to wield tremendous power. Seen very rarely, it is thought that they only become active when something is threatening the territory they have chosen to guard. In order to protect their chosen home, these dragons are incredibly adaptable; they have been seen everywhere from remote mountain ranges, to ancient forests, to the darkest depths of the ocean.

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.

Lews Therin is a lonely dragon. The youngest of three Guardians of Nature in his community, he grew up with shining examples of happily life-mated dragons all around. Naturally he dreamed of finding his own life-mate someday. Though he has met many charming females (and a few males as well) in this quest, none have proven to be "the one". At one point he set himself on a "vision quest" of sorts, fasting and meditating deeply and for many days, in search of guidance in this matter so near to his heart. Guidance he received, in the form of a name: Ilyena Aglarond, the name of his destined beloved. Armed with this knowledge, Lews Therin set off once more on his search, but so far he has been unsuccessful. Many of the other dragons think he is mad, that this female does not exist, that he will never find her. In his darkest moments Lews Therin wonders if they are right. But he continues to search, knowing in his heart of hearts that nothing is impossible.