Gaia was the offspring of Draga, and of the line of the great dragons of the Elder days. He was small in size, still but a young beast not more than a few hundred years old. But his speed, power and pride of the creatures of his race was no less than that of his elders. Standing upright, Gaia was as tall as a giant, his wingspan was greater than any eagle’s. His hide, instead of the rough scaly scab of his ancestors, was softer and he was able to bear men or other creatures upon his back, though his pride would probably not allow this. Also unlike his race, Gaia busied himself with the goings of the world, and would usually be visible flying over forests and seas, being a bearer of news, good or bad.