Veiled by brilliant flames, an Astaarus Dragon is a marvel to behold. They are found only upon the peaks of the highest mountain ranges. They dedicate their time to stellar observation, absorbing light in the process and storing it in the form of shimmering crystals. The flames cloaking an Astaarus are significant: the heat warms their bearer in the frigid conditions of the mountains, and females use their more fervent flames to keep their young warm. The combustion of an Astaarus hatchling is a momentous occasion, celebrated as their entry into adulthood. During mating season, it is not uncommon to see male Astaari sweeping like stars across the sky in playful chase of their prospective mates.

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.

Gaze is incredibly intelligent. He has the mindset of a curious philosopher, constantly seeking new knowledge to better himself. He was raised in a society where dragons are ritually sacrificed during the winter solstice, by his own mother no less. So, Gaze has seen some pretty messed up stuff in his life. He would always cope with the trauma by stargazing. It is a pastime that fascinates him and keeps his mind at ease. He has since turned it into his area of study. Gaze left his home in the mountains to start venturing around the world to sate his curiosity (and, you know, get away from all the horror.) He never stays in one place for too long, usually using his time to create star charts or observe wildlife. He doesn't tend to interact with other dragons. He has very antisocial behaviors and feels drained by extensive conversation, so he'll typically stay on his own. His ultimate goal, through all his studies, is to save his home town and stop the cycle of ritual sacrifice.