Main Character Description
Kaelos
Full Name: Kaelos Stormborn
Age: 20s (physically), immortal
Origin: Aegean coastal village
Parentage: Son of Zeus and Myrene (a mortal healer)
Appearance: Tall and imposing with silver eyes like lightning. Dark, unruly hair. Storm-patterned birthmark across his back. Wears armor infused with Titan metal and a black cloak that dances like a thundercloud.
Powers:
Command over storms and lightning
Shadowmancy (learned from Titans)
Limited immortality and rapid healing
Can enter and manipulate dreams after freeing Morpheus
Personality:
Stoic, vengeful, and haunted
Fierce protector of the innocent despite his fury
Torn between hatred for the gods and the faint warmth of his mother's memory
Unwilling to forgive, but not heartless
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Supporting Characters
Nyra
A cursed seer with knowledge of the gods and Titans. Guides Kaelos early on, becomes a spiritual anchor and tragic figure in the story.
Elias
A mortal descended from Prometheus, the last hope for Olympus. Courageous, idealistic, and determined to bring peace. Kaelos's mirror and eventual challenger.
Zeus
King of the gods. Arrogant, powerful, and fearful of Kaelos's prophecy. A father who chose Olympus over blood.
Myrene
Kaelos's mortal mother. A healer and oracle with a hidden past. Dies early in the story, but her memory shapes Kaelos's humanity.
Poseidon, Hades, Athena, Apollo, Ares, Artemis
Each plays a role in the war. Some resist Kaelos, others fear or secretly support him.
The Titans
Ancient gods once banished. Kaelos frees some, others betray him. Cronos becomes a dark ally.
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The World
Realms of the Gods and Beyond
1. Olympus
Floating citadel of marble and gold in the sky. Center of divine power. Once majestic, later crumbles under Kaelos's war.
2. Mortal Realm
Includes Kaelos's village (Cliffhaven), the city of Helion (dedicated to Apollo), and several war-torn lands. Mortal faith empowers the gods.
3. The Underworld
Ruled by Hades. Layered into Elysium, Asphodel, and Tartarus. Kaelos journeys here to free powerful allies and gain forbidden knowledge.
4. The Sea of Wrath
Poseidon's realm. A drowned kingdom with monstrous sea creatures and storms that never cease.
5. Mount Etna
Home to imprisoned Titans. A volcanic region pulsing with ancient power.
6. The Dreamscape
A hidden realm controlled by Morpheus, god of dreams. Kaelos later gains access and uses it for emotional and strategic warfare.