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.

Shielz was always a good boy. He loved following his parents' directions and chasing butterflies, he once even saved his cousin from a falling rock! But one day he wandered too far and couldn't find his way back home. He frantically tried to find his way home but it started to grow foggy and rained a bit, so he took cover in a nearby cave that was filled with other dragons. He grew up quickly and protected his cave with honor. But he had one question, why did he have a shield on his tail