Kairos

Kairos [Kairos Calix Xerses], a proud, indulgent, self-assured, but noble and compassionate person despite his status. A sometimes mischievous soul among the elven royalty. He appears untouchable by any other, a veritable personification of elegance and power. But that front all but crumbles near his loved ones, both his sincerity and soft-heart coming to light when close to his beloved soulmate, Zophiel.

## Appearance

He stands at 2.17 meters tall, having an athletic and impressive physique even among the Elves. His hair is light golden, shimmering under the rays of sunlight. Kairos' eyes are bright blue, and his skin is pale, but warm toned. After becoming the King of Elves, he usually wears the symbolistic Crown of golden branches, but he keeps his refined and intricate clothing style.

## Personality and history

Being the first born of the elf royal family, his life was filled with luxury even since his birth 5000 years ago. He was given plenty of opportunities and the highest level of education. But he did not shy away from boldly displaying his opinion. Kairos found himself in disagreements with his parents, especially with his mother - most often over her attitude over the girl she should've taken under her wing, whom she instead channeled her envy and bitterness held against Zophiel's late mother on. He's gone as far as intentionally spilling wine on his Queen's dress or speaking up to her in these instances.

Kairos was incredibly close to Gallaeron and Zophiel, these three friends having spent their first thousands of years as close friends. He showed such care and affection to the silver haired girl, that they were seen as inseparable. Despite all of this, 3000 years ago, Kairos' had pushed Zophiel away as he accused her of destroying relations with another kingdom baselessly and declared that he could live *without a general*, offending Zophiel. He had not bothered to have consulted her first, and acted on outside information and impulse - the truth being that she was harshly insulted by a soldier of the other army, to which she had responded with a challenge to a duel. This action had torn apart the friendship of these three companions.

During their separation, the heartbroken man had sought ways to drown his sorrows, oftentimes drinking or having various flings. As his and Zophiel's bond ran deep, the effect of them being apart caused such a strong emotional strain that it brought physical and mental torment.

Kairos had managed to uphold his status and remain in the position of the Crown Prince, trying his best to and prepare for the responsibilities that were to follow. He had supported his father, the king, in ruling the Elf Kingdom, although it could be better described as him taking over most of the administrative duties. Yet once the news of Zophiel's return after thousands of years came into his knowledge, he was overcome with both relief and fear. It was all masked behind a prim and proper image of a mere welcoming prince towards the Ruby wielders, which quickly crumbled as he attempted to hold a conversation with his past best friend, ending in him offending her yet again.

He decides to take a passive role and spectate the affront a mere guest brought on the diplomat supposed to be under the royal family's protection, suggesting that he had an inkling of Aya's true intentions. Once in possession of evidence, he moved swiftly to remove the danger posed by Aya, having her imprisoned and put on trial, suggesting that he had grown from making baseless accusations to acting on firm facts.

Despite the conflict with his mother, he took on a respectful attitude towards her passing and took initiative to rule the kingdom after his father's stepping down. His only missteps showed when he let his emotions get the better of him, outwardly displaying his disapproval of Zophiel's actions that led to her being harmed - or in other men's company - although the latter is due to him desiring her attention, not pathologic jealousy.

During the sudden attack on Yingchun Guo, Kairos quickly mobilised his armies and aid Lu Zhi Ying in defending her nation. He actively participated in forming strategies and took on a place on the battlefield, although he still found the time to argue with Zophiel for 20 minutes. The Elf King seemed to show clear distrust towards Ayre being there, which would come to a horrifying end. The aftermath of the first of many battles to come against the new attacks from the Demon forces had dealt a devastating blow to Kairos' heart and mind, as he witnessed before his own eyes how the person he held most dear, but hurt at his own hand, fell lifelessly into the arms of her murderer. The torment of those grim events had rendered the young king to a state of grief, relying on his close friend Gallaeron to keep the kingdom safe. The Council had taken over the gouverning function during his heavy depression.

## Trivia

* He is absolutely in love with Zophiel, and stood by her side ever since they were toddlers.
* Kairos is the eldest between him, Zophiel and Gallaeron, each born with a 3 minute difference in-between.
* He had the habit of letting his stuff everywhere in Zophiel's rooms in the elf palace.
* Once, he had even got her a mansion at the outskirts of the capital so she would go there when he became too annoying.
* Kairos had a way of finding out whenever Zophiel was going on a date, and swooped in at the right time to take her away, but not before subtly insulting her date.
* Kairos invited Zophiel for a dance during his coronation banquet.
* During the night when Ayre's pocket dimension's barrier was shattered, Kairos first went to check on Zophiel's safety.
* He refused to leave the battlefield where Zophiel had died for 3 days before he was taken from there by force. He had also sewn a patch of her cloak on to his pillow.