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.

Xaviea is a no-nonsense dragon.  Although hatched with Beddie, she is technically younger as her egg was laid after Beddie's.  Never-the-less, Beddie often defers to her for advice on how to lead the clan as Beddie is more interested in practical jokes than proper leadership.

Like Beddie, Xaviea has no interest in finding a mate and being a mother.  She believes that she's a mother to the entire clan as it is and is perfectly happy to stay behind and take care of the eggs and hatchlings while the others hunt.  It satisfies her maternal instincts.