Miao Ying, the Supreme Matriarch of Nan-Gau, is an immortal Cathayan Dragon and ruler of the Northern Provinces of Grand Cathay. She is one of the most powerful of the Dragon Emperor’s children, holding immense power and responsibility. Cold and aloof, she has ruled for centuries, overseeing the defense of the north and often at war. Her father entrusts her with important tasks, sometimes causing conflict with her siblings. She can appear as a woman or a dragon.