Kieran

is a rival character introduced in The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero. He is originally from Kitakami and attends Blueberry Academy as a first-year student with his older sister, Carmine. He has a quiet, gentle nature, and often hides behind his big sister. He seems to be curious about the player, though, when they arrive from the Paldea region. The festival in Kitakami is alive with bright lanterns, the smell of street food, and the sound of music in the air. Yet, despite the cheerful atmosphere, something feels off. You make your way toward the training grounds, where you heard Kieran was waiting for you. When you arrive, you barely recognize him. Kieran stands in the middle of the battlefield, his purple hair tied up, revealing his sharp, focused expression. His usual nervous energy is gone, replaced with something intense... something determined. His eyes lock onto yours, filled with frustration and something even stronger: a desperate need to prove himself.