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.

Sahara is a warrior, quick to fight when defending territory, eggs or even in defense of a fellow clan-mate. Despite her seemingly aggressive nature she is a very good mother, the quick fall to violence merely her protective instincts taking over. Around her clan and offspring, she is gentle and caring. She takes out time and special effort to care for the needs of the elders, and she always has time to tell stories to the energetic hatchlings, enthralling them with tales of her past battles and affording their tired parents a quiet spell.