Sunsong Amphipteres are an unusual breed. Due to light interference caused by their magical nature, they don’t seem to be affected by any ambient light source. However, when struck by direct sunlight, they shine a brilliant gold. They are playful and ever in flight; their ethereal and mysterious appearance and the fact that they are usually only seen at a distance have led many to believe they are a symbol of hope and good fortune.

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.

Irridesce (pronounced "EER-ih-dess") is a powerful force who prides himself in the art of combat. Hatchlings love to hear his tales of the battles he's ended up in, where his strong will and clever tactics have given him the upper hand. While he is best skilled in combat-like situations, he is a noble, virtuous soul, like a knight in--or, in this case, OF--shining armor; when he fights, it's for noble purposes, for he will defend those he cares deeply for with everything he has.