Nebula Dragons are nocturnal creatures. With the best eyesight to be found, they are often seen staring into space. Each dragon tends to observe a particular nebula and will eventually change their colors and patterns to match it. As the nebula changes over time, the dragon changes with it. The more intricate the design of the nebula, the better chance an individual has of attracting a mate. It is said that the markings on no two Nebula Dragons will be exactly the same.

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.

Ahi, Keahi's sister, also earned her name from circling blazing volcanoes, helplessly trying to fan the flames away and protect the citizens of the isles. Villagers will often seek out her temporary nests near the volcano, fearing she will flap her wings and awaken the mountain. When chased away by villagers, she seeks the comforts of her mate, Maluhia, a beautiful purple nebula dragon; a small hatchling she once raised after the death of its mother.

Ahi has a mischievous streak, and out of spite and humor will fly frantically and erratically across the skies, screeching and bellowing plumes of flame into the air- a sight not welcome by villagers and only fuels their fear and mistrust of her.