Carina Dragons, though a rare sight, are quite brilliant to behold. Typically gentle, they abhor violence and have developed a rather unique method of camouflage to avoid it: their wings and bodies blend into the night sky while the cobalt flames that adorn their bodies burn brightly, making them appear to be shooting stars when they fly. Their fire also wards off predators and shields them from unwanted brawls. However, despite this enmity toward bloodshed, Carinae can become dangerous when faced with peril, especially if their young are in jeopardy. Legends speak of young Carina Dragons consuming entire constellations, which then become emblazoned on their wings.

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.

Aetherria is rarely seen. In fact, many Breedery locals don't even realize that the streak of blue fire that sometimes shoots across the night sky high above is a dragon. She was bred at the Breedery and raised by Schyller, but she has a strong sense of wanderlust. For most practical purposes, Aetherria is a wild dragon. However, she does return home a few times a year to visit her parents, Schyller, Lurhstaap, and a few others. This is when the blue streak is seen in the skies. Hatchlings, not knowing the streak is a Carina Dragon, watch for the streak and make wishes on it. Aetherria is a shy, retiring dragon who only rarely desires company. Most of the time, she is content to wander the world alone. If threatened, she will act swiftly and decisively to defend herself, but otherwise she dislikes coming into contact with others and prefers to flee. She is very swift, even for a Carina, and few enemies can keep up with her when she flies her fastest.