Nebula Dragons are nocturnal creatures. With the best eyesight to be found, they are often seen staring into space. Each dragon tends to observe a particular nebula and will eventually change their colors and patterns to match it. As the nebula changes over time, the dragon changes with it. The more intricate the design of the nebula, the better chance an individual has of attracting a mate. It is said that the markings on no two Nebula Dragons will be exactly the same.

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.

Czar Waldorf the 7th Coming is hardly the image of a mighty Czar. He is less "majestic" and more along the lines of "fabulous" when it comes to appearances, with the light of a thousand stars sparkling along his scales. In fact, these days Czar Waldorf hardly even bothers to grace his throne room anymore, instead preferring long flights over the Valleys of Eternal Night to admire the stars above. It is no secret that Czar Waldorf is ruler in name only, and most matters of import are handled by his Chief Advisor, Sera Wimbly Wimbleton. Though it isn't uncommon for dragons to have relations with other dragons of the same gender, Czar Waldorf's decision to have Clawflowers as his paramour was unusual and only worsens public opinions over his refusal to marry and conceive an heir to the throne. Regardless, Czar Waldorf holds Clawflowers in high esteem and trusts him completely, making Czar Waldorf's already gullible disposition easily manipulated by the more guile Speckle-Throated Dragon.