Originating from a single species that thrived in ancient times, Xenowyrms have become an incredibly diverse breed whose appearances vary depending on their habitats. Each Xenowyrm subspecies is heavily reliant on the power of different types of mana, making them powerful magic users. Ke’maro are a vicious, opportunistic variety of Xenowyrm. They hunt down any prey they see, trapping them with their coils and the soft, fleshy tentacles they keep stored under their skin. Their terrifying appearance and toxic saliva along with their method of hunting and trapping prey has lead to many legends and stories that warn against traveling alone in the vast volcanic wastelands they call home.

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.

The Braid, a collective of dragons dedicated to making the world a better and safer place, got its name from its three interwoven goals of prevention, preservation, and restoration. Wuhoj would have done well in the Prevention Strand with very carefully-chosen assignments, but playing hero never held any interest for him. The iratus cantormaris he encountered on his travels is far more his type of dragon. She won't have anything to do with interlopers, but he and his sister hope to wear her down.