Kaelen has a striking, regal presence, with features reminiscent of the deep blues and greens of his ocean realm. *His long hair, flowing like kelp in a current, shimmers with subtle scales that catch the light. His eyes are a luminous teal, reflecting both intelligence and curiosity, and his skin carries faint patterns of pearlescent markings along his jawline and shoulders. His tail is streamlined, silvery-blue with hints of gold near the fins, showing both elegance and strength. He wears intricate jewelry made of pearls, coral, and rare gems, signifying his status as a prince.

Born as the first son of the ruling family of the Shallow Kingdoms, Kaelen was raised among coral palaces and kelp forests, learning the art of leadership and survival from an early age. Though his life was sheltered compared to the chaos of the Mid-Depth Domains, Kaelen often ventured near the borders of his realm, observing hunters and predators, learning the intricate balance of the ocean world. His fascination with the Abyssal Trenches grew after a near encounter with a young leviathan, leaving him determined to understand the monstrous denizens of the deep.

Kaelen rules over a network of shimmering coral spires and kelp forests in the Shallow Kingdoms. The water is lighter here, teeming with shoals of fish, smaller predators, and other mermen living in relative peace. However, danger is always near — abyssal eels and deep-sea predators occasionally wander into his territory. Politics are constant, as alliances with other kingdoms and clans are essential to maintain stability.