Spitfires are a desert breed of dragon. Their dull brown bodies contrast with their brilliant turquoise markings, and they only blaze brighter when these dragons fight. Spitfires are notorious for their territorial natures, and the wing-edges of most are ripped and tattered before their first year is out. Spitfires are also noteworthy for their brilliant blue fire, which is used not for hunting or fighting, but rather for making glass caves from the sand, in which the dragons can soak up the sun.

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.

Shazari is as clever as a fox and has a tongue sharper than a shard of glass. She is about as dangerous as they come, but avoids cruelty if she can help it. Her mate Eagle of the House of Roc (and almost everyone in the clan) is in awe of her, and more than a little intimidated. Shazari is very loyal to the clan, saying if anyone tried to harm them they wouldn't have long for this world. She is good friends with Rambani, and is therefore very protective of Nite Eye, the clan leader and Rambani's mate. Shazari is a big joker, despite her dangerous nature, and enjoys teasing the hatchlings when she can. Though she still wonders why they keep avoiding her...