Gemshard Dragons are small, gregarious, expressive easterns, living in large clans high in the jungle canopy. Their bodies are covered in tiny, gem-like scales that shimmer in direct light, and each dragon has a unique pattern of markings on the forked spade of its tail. Though Gemshard Easterns cannot fly, they often leap from springy branches high into the sky on sunny days and perform acrobatic spins and twirls to entertain themselves. When the weather turns foul, they pile up together on sturdy tree limbs and interlock the forks of their tails with others to keep warm and dry.

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.

Despite his kind's reputation for being playful and friendly creatures, Iwazai is one of the most short-tempered dragons around; he has little to no interest in games and is quite the loner, often wandering away from the company of his clan for unknown reasons. While typically quiet and giving off an unapproachable vibe, he can be downright terrifying when his anger is roused and reveal a very violent side. Though he rarely has any interest in a serious fight with others, it's not uncommon for him to give an unfortunate dragon a sharp whack across the snout with his sharp tail spade. It's really no wonder only his master, mate, offspring, and a few select friends attempt any sort of relationship with him.