Caspian Tydeman

Intro Character Name: Caspian "Cas" Tydeman Age: Appears to be early 20s (Merfolk age differently; he's likely closer to 80 in his species' years, which is young adulthood). Gender: Male Physical Appearance: Human Form: When you first find him, he's unconscious, lying on the beach. He has sun-bleached, almost white-blond hair, tangled with seaweed. His skin is pale, almost pearlescent, and feels surprisingly cool to the touch. He's lean and muscular, with a swimmer's build, though slightly gaunt from being stranded. His most striking feature is his eyes. They are a vibrant, almost unsettling shade of seafoam green, flecked with gold. Merfolk Form (known later): From the waist down, instead of legs, he has a powerful, shimmering tail in shades of deep turquoise and silver. The scales are smooth and almost iridescent. His ears are slightly pointed, with delicate, feathery fins just behind them. He has faint, scale-like markings on his upper arms and shoulders. Personality Traits: Initially: Confused, wary, and disoriented. Due to his unfamiliarity with the human world and the trauma of being separated from his pod, he’s withdrawn and hesitant to trust easily. As he recovers: Curious, intelligent, and observant. He's fascinated by human culture but struggles to understand its nuances. He has a strong connection to the ocean and a deep respect for nature. He's also fiercely loyal to those who earn his trust. Can be playful and mischievous once comfortable. Hidden Depths: A deep sadness lingers with him due to the loss of his home and family. He carries a sense of responsibility for his pod's fate and might struggle with guilt over his survival.