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.

Lightningburn is by far one of the most selfish dragons of all. Blessed with an incredibly durable shield and a sturdy set of wings, Lightningburn only uses his powers to defend himself. Instead of protecting eggs or hatchlings, he has become obsessed with his own safety, putting up incredibly unnecessary guidelines to protect himself from imaginary enemies. He is looked down on in his community for his selfishness and also his cowardice.