Guardian Dragons have large shields on the end of their tails. Although the shields appear to be heavy, they are light, yet nearly unbreakable. Guardian Dragons use their tail-shields, as well as their wings, to deflect attacks and protect others. Often, they will guard the eggs and hatchlings of a nest while others are away. They are generally peaceful, and will not retaliate unless necessary. They have no need to forage or hunt, as they are fed by those they protect.

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.

Being one of the first dragons in his clan, Maurne is seen as one of the wisest ones and is always the first others go to when it comes to the matters of survival and needing protection. Even if the others are around, he is always guarding the hatchlings and eggs, seeing it as his only duty to the clan. As tough as he likes to come off, the fact that he will guard the eggs and hatchlings with his life is more than enough proof that he's one of the sweetest dragons around.