It was previously believed that purple dragons were exclusively female, but this is not the case. Recent environmental shifts have revealed the existence of both genders of this breed. Female behavior is well known; they are primarily herbivores but will eat meat during mating season. On the other hand, very little is known about the behavior and habits of male purple dragons.

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.

Hollyfeather, like her mother, is a very gentle dragon. The idea of war makes her ill. Instead, she likes to practice healing. She was born into the Amishi clan, and she has known only a protected life. Hollyfeather has a secret love for Aurorafrost the white dragon, but she is far to shy too even speak to him. She feels disheartened every time she sees him and Dreamheart together. Dreamheart is a mature dragon and is far less shy. Hollyfeather doesn't have the heart to hold a grudge or be angry with the other female, but she does feel like she's loosing her only chance to spend time with Aurorafrost.