This breed of dragon results from eggs or hatchlings that have been neglected. They are usually rebellious, not obeying their masters, sometimes even attacking them. However, their neglect as a hatchling leaves them crippled, and they are weak compared to other breeds, causing them to stay with their masters for protection.

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.

Dastardly is perhaps the most daring of the Dementia clan. She was born of fire, with an Ember father and a Brimstone mother. Because of her heated heritage Dastardly is somewhat fearless. At least, she's considered fearless by the other (characteristically) cowardly neglected dragons. A typical "impulsive" move on her part is to wander too far away from home, taking several days to find her way back. Dastardly's antics worry her caregiver ceaselessly, but as with the other neglecteds, Dastardly has quite a temper. Even though they are weak, they can be quite ferocious when provoked. It is assumed that this, "give em' hell" attitude is what has kept this cocky little neglected safe for so long.