It was previously believed that purple dragons were exclusively female, but this is not the case. Recent environmental shifts have revealed the existence of both genders of this breed. Female behavior is well known; they are primarily herbivores but will eat meat during mating season. On the other hand, very little is known about the behavior and habits of male purple dragons.

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.

A very kind dragon, Iona will not harm others, though she will defend herself if attacked, even though she isn't very good at fighting. Iona loves beauty, and will never ignore it, whether it be a sunset, flower, or another dragon.<br/>An artistic dragon, Iona loves to draw and paint, and so she had Youkoartemis get special art supplies for her to use. She can often be found painting a landscape or sketching a portrait of another dragon. She loves showing off her work, and, if asked, will display it readily.<br/>Iona has a good sense of humor and generally gets along with the other dragons, though she may bicker with some of the less friendly dragons.