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.

Jayleen was raised with three other dragons, all of different types. Soon after she grew up, she flew off to make a home for herself in the desert. She fights when she needs to, and is quick to defend her territory. However, she doesn't go looking for trouble. She is very solitary, and enjoys her own way of life without interruptions. Surprisingly, she became close to the dragons she was raised with, and takes occasional flights back to visit them and their children. She is rarely affectionate and likes to keep her distance, but she does like to check in from time to time when she's in the mood. She is very large and stronger than average, and she has made herself a beautiful cave where she can soak up the sun as much as she likes.