Spinel Wyverns are small, sleek dragons that zealously collect spinel gemstones to line their nests. They are very affectionate with those they bond with, and will happily spend hours grooming a dragon of a different species if allowed to. Spinels are well-known for their even temperament, but when offended, they are very slow to forgive and will never forget. These wyverns will readily perform tasks in exchange for spinels, and occasionally other stones. Occasionally, they can be born with iridescent pale green scales instead of the usual rich red-violet.

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.

Caliope is a helpful and inquisitive wyvern who often spends his days involving himself in whatever others are doing. Because he tends to hang around the main caverns often, he's frequently asked to go on brief errands for the leaders or any other dragon around, which he'll happily do; his helpfulness means that others are often happy to see him, and he has a habit of showing up at the right time. He's totally fine with this, and most things he owns are received as gifts or payments for his assistance.