Xelzerin

* Post-Brandshock
* Pre-Brandshock

**Xelzerin** (ZEHL-zuh-rihn), or **Carnation**, as he calls himself, is a plant Vani apart of the team invading Earth. He is the main antagonist of Perennial Crisis, overseeing his tether, Kaylee Tagetes, as she creates various Faunaflora creatures.

## History

Prior to the Brandshock, Xelzerin lived on a forested planetoid inhabited mainly by Kval. He worked as a harvester, picking fruit from the trees that would later be distributed to other Kraizens.

One day, when his planetoid was visited by a group on an archaeological survey, he encountered a young Morzogo stealing some of his harvest. He took no issue with the matter however, and even gave Morzogo a free basket upon learning of a food shortage his watchers were facing. They then parted ways, the two becoming friends and trade partners from thereafter.

## Personality

Pre-Brandshock, Xelzerin is far from the smartest, but incredibly friendly to all. With an innocent mindset, he is capable of seeing the good in everyone, even those who supposedly do bad things. Although his overly-friendly demeanor proves harmful to his job at times, his heart means he's highly protective of others around him.

Post-Brandshock, Xelzerin is loud, boisterous, and extremely prideful. He believes he is a great and powerful being, and he will throw a tantrum should one question his capabilities, exposing his more childish side in the process. During these tantrums, he will get violent, trying to prove himself by destroying whoever dared question his power. However, as he raised Kaylee, his old self slowly seeped through his tainted mind, to the point where he began to question the mercy mission.

## Relationships

### Kaylee Tagetes

Xelzerin's tether. He acted as Kaylee's "caretaker" for most of her life, making sure she was healthy and well-educated, and would eventually come to see the girl as if she was his daughter. He appears to be quite proud of her as well, as he is mentioned often boasting about how cool she is when questioned by Zone-B personnel.

### Morzogo

He was friendly towards Morzogo throughout the entirety of their first meeting, even giving the then-stranger free food. They'd continue to stay in contact long after this encounter, with Xelzerin granting Morzogo food in exchange for tools and protection. Post-Brandshock, they don't talk as much as they used to, but are still friendly towards one another. Xelzerin worries about Morzogo.

### Madeline Karazell

Is both fearful and disdainful towards Madeline after she broke his horn.

### Arthur Tagetes

He feels guilty around Arthur, knowing that he's Kaylee's real dad. He tries not to confront him when possible.

### Luktreal

He fears and despises Luktreal, thinking of her as pure evil.

## Appearances

### It's Been so Long / Part 1 Animatic

When Kaylee wanders off into the forest, Xelzerin appears before her and kidnaps her, and flies off before Kaylee's parents notice.

### Perennial Crisis

Taking the form of a small flower, Xelzerin watches over Kaylee as she creates new Faunaflora. Once Null arrives, he exits his projection form to take her down, but is defeated after she breaks his left horn.

Following the events of this video, Xelzerin is retrieved by Zone-B and caged in an underground, where is occasionally questioned.

## Trivia

* Deisgn notes:
	+ Xelzerin’s appearance is inspired by snakes, oxes, dogs, dragonflies, and various plant-like bosses from The Legend of Zelda series.
	+ Xelzerin goes through one of the most drastic color changes post-Brandshock with his green tail spikes and hair turning brown. According to Monstrosity, this is meant to simulate dying plants.
* Xelzerin's Brand represents his fragile ego. His horns are out in the open, front in center, making them easy to destroy — much like his pride.

## Gallery

Reference sheet (Front; colors are outdated)Reference sheet (Side; colors are outdated)Xelzerin's silhouetteXelzerin headshotSketch of XelzerinAfter the battle with Null.Xelzerin confronting Null.Xelzerin and the other remaining members of the Earth team (Minus Luktreal).Xelzerin right before the Brandshock.A younger Xelzerin.