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.

Resting Goof Face is an oafish-looking but modest and very genial dragon. She doesn't like drawing attention to herself unless it's to protect another or defend her dignity. She is the anger management coach and occasional bodyguard for Kevin the iratus cantormaris, who has an explosive temper and is prone to making very bad decisions when angry. Resting Goof Face is perfectly all right with letting Kevin lie, scheme, and cheat so long as he keeps his anger in check. There's only so much she can do coaching an iratus whose parents didn't care for being calm and patient, so in terms of progress, Resting Goof Face will take what she can get.