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.

Draenaet, which means Everlasting Safety, is the head guard of the Everlasting Clan. By following Draeil, the leader of the guards, he keeps the cave safe. Only one enemy has gotten past him, but that enemy turned out to be a friend. He is the wisest member of the Everlasting, and he never takes his eyes off of the horizon when he is on entrance duty. Many of the other dragons go to him for guidance and the hatchlings go to him for stories. He is the life-mate of Draeil.