Holiday dragons are a very mysterious breed. They are only seen during winter, and even then it is hard to catch a glimpse of one. They are responsible for the general cheer that spreads during the holidays. In essence, they are the “Spirits of Winter.”

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.

Shivana behaves as a child, doe-eyed and innocent. Shiv inspires protectiveness among even the most stoic. They don't want to see her corrupted in any way.

Here's the thing though: she already has been corrupted. Her behavior is an act; she's seen too much blood and pain. She intends no harm, only to keep hope alive in the clans. They've been lacking hope since the war with Creorluna began. Good dragons massacred, hatchlings kidnapped from their parents and turned against them.  

Shiv is a ray of light. The idea someone could be so wholesome in a world so messed up helps keep them willing to fight. For they want to create the world that Shiv believes in.

Possibly the most beautiful thing about Shiv, though, is her voice. She rarely sings, but whenever she does, it's always the same song. None of the clan's dragons are familiar with the language or the meaning behind it, but the lyrics speak truth untold. Of the day her family was slaughtered while she watched, hidden in the trees.