Waterhorse Dragons received their name due to their horse-like physique and endearing behavior. They are capable of surviving out of water, and when on land their skin secretes a gelatinous goo to retain moisture. However, their large paddle feet are better suited for swimming, and waterhorse dragons tend to move very awkwardly when on land. Waterhorses are very friendly dragons and enjoy playing with humans.

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.

Tippy Tap Tap is named after the way she moves on dry land. Like all Waterhorse Dragons, she is not adapted to walking on land, but she comes out anyway since most of her friends are land-dwelling dragons. Tippy Tap Tap greets others by gently tackling them, which usually ends up in a slimy mess. She considers Surfin' the Sea, a Skywing Dragon, her best friend, though the feeling is not mutual.