Neotropical Dragons are a breed that originate in rainforests. They are fun-loving and enjoy lounging on tree branches, eating whatever fruit they find. They are also often found sunning themselves on rocks, using their large wings to soak up the rays. In the summer, males compete for mates by showing off their striped wings and gliding in spirals down the tree trunks. It is said that the larger the wings, the more likely the male will attract a suitable mate.

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.

Katsa is of noble blood. Her mother was kin to Beoruza. Her father was one of Aladu's finest commanders, and Izdatis closest confidant until his death came at a strange crippling illness. Katsa's mother, ironically, was one of Izdati's first victims when the thunder went mad.

Born with one bright green eye and one blue, Katsa had an unusual niche...in killing. Without ever being told, she knew what parts on another's body to strike to immobilize or kill her opponent. Katsa was quickly drafted to join the others in their battle, despite being barely out of her shell.

It was this haste that inspired bitter resentment in the young hen. She could take down entire battalions, but she never did so unless someone was holding her reigns, forcing her forward. As she grew, she became more and more stubborn and against violence. And so one day she just stopped. Despite her talents, Katsa refused to fight anymore. Enough blood has stained her claws.