Pyrovar Dragons live at high altitudes in areas with lots of volcanic activity. They are commonly associated with geysers and hot springs and enjoy soaking in the scalding water. Females bury their eggs in these areas warmed by geothermal energy and abandon them soon after. As a result, these dragons are territorial and solitary from a young age. Despite their affinity with water they have powerful flame breath and fire magic. They are entirely carnivorous and utilize a variety of hunting styles, from chasing down prey from the air to lying in wait beneath the water’s surface to ambush any unwitting creatures that wander by.

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.

Tunable lives on the east side of town in a semi-house, semi-cave thing. People who debate about what exactly the structure is are either bored, architects looking for ideas, or tax collectors. She is not the most colorful resident in town—plenty of spirits, dragons, enchanted things, and unidentified individuals reside peacefully there. Tunable's neighbor who is a heap of plasma in the shape of a gazelle has made the east side of town very warm and comfortable for her. Somewhat befitting her name, she tunes musical instruments and makes enough money that she never has to worry about the tax collectors. She even rents space in the bazaar on most occasions, so customers don't have to worry about the damage the heap of plasma in the shape of a gazelle may cause. There seems to be no instrument Tunable hasn't seen before. If something brought in is unfamiliar, she forms a quick analysis just by turning it around a few times and asking the customer about their experience playing it.