KULU

**Early Life**

Kulu chose her own name and even came up with Boomboom’s, suggesting she lacked someone to name or guide her early on. She styled her hair herself using magic, with help from Boomboom, which points to a largely independent upbringing. Her distorted perception of her mission and abilities stems from growing up isolated from other Hypogeans after her awakening. Additionally, his Info Banner mentions that she's under the thumb of Magister Merlin. This refers to how her immense power is carefully restrained and monitored, keeping her destructive impulses from running wild while she adapts to life among mortals.

**Notable Bonds**

* Zanie - Zanie acts very understanding from the beginning when she met Kulu, despite being a Hypogean, Zanie recognizes her abilities when it comes to demolishing things. * Elijah & Lailah - In exchange for ceasing to pressure Baelran about his activities as a Celestial, Elijah and Lailah decide to go after Kulu, hoping that her Hypogean nature will not resurface and can be guided down a good path. * Baelran - In ancient times, Baelran fought against a more complete version of Kulusta, a hypogean far more violent than Kulu, freeing the people under its control and destruction. In the present, Baelran understands that Kulu is an entirely different version. * Magister Merlin - Merlin decides not to seal Kulu away and instead allows her to join the community of Ironhold Bay. * Phraesto - In one of her interactions at the Mystical House, Kulu mentions that Boomboom told her there's an "annoying guy" living in the desert. While the identity of this individual is not confirmed, it's possible Boomboom was referring to Phraesto, who is known to reside there. * Harak - According to an Affinity Tale, an anonymous Hypogean claimed that if Harak and Kulu were to engage in a battle of wits, Kulu would win—thanks to Boomboom's support. * Berial - Berial is mentioned several times in the side quest "Boom! A Happy Life!" especially to compare the different forms of aesthetics that exist between the two.

**Affinity Tales**

• "Kulu" is the name she chose for herself because she thought it sounded cooler. By the way, Boomboom's name was also her creation.

• Kulu styled her own hair using magic and dye, with plenty of help from Boomboom.

• Kulu can't handle spicy food well, but that never stops her from choosing the extra spicy option whenever she can, because she thinks it adds to her flair.

• Boomboom can split indefinitely, devour other bombs, and bombard designated areas or targets. Still, he mainly uses his time to flatter Kulu about her strength and beauty.

• Kulu is formidable not just for the sheer power of her bombs, but for her uncanny ability to pinpoint the perfect destination spots and timing, ensuring maximum impact.

• According to an anonymous Hypogean, if Harak and Kulu ever had a battle of wits, Kulu would win hands down, thanks to Boomboom.

• Surprisingly, Kulu isn't a fan of fireworks. She finds the colors too flashy and weak for her taste.

• Kulu bought her clothes with the earnings from demolishing an old castle. In fact, most Hypogeans conjure their outfits with magic, but Boomboom never dares to point that out to her.

• Kulu's mistaken perception of her own abilities and mission stems from her lack of interaction with other Hypogeans since her awakening.

• Boomboom possesses the experiences and memories Kulu lacks, but rather than giving him an edge in other areas they simply make him even better at buttering her up.