Holiday dragons are a very mysterious breed. They are only seen during winter, and even then it is hard to catch a glimpse of one. They are responsible for the general cheer that spreads during the holidays. In essence, they are the “Spirits of Winter.”

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.

Otaku disappeared the same day as the other Christmas dragons, her cycle following the same pattern. Where White Christmas was openly cheerful and playful, Otaku was more mysterious and somber. Her joy came from a deeper place. She encouraged mindfulness and the cultivation of peace. It was the quieter dragons who missed her most when she was gone, because in her presence, they felt that they could touch something profound.