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.

Less is known about Gladion than the females of the breed, however his owner is curious about his behavior and studies him avidly. He usually eats herbs, his favourites seeming to be Sage and Thyme. Around mating season, however, he may eat small amounts of meat or other kinds of plants and berries. His long, yellow and green whiskers allow him to feel around the cave at night, as his vision is poor in dark places.