Kaleds

Kaleds is a fictional designation that appears in multiple science fiction settings. There is no single canonical depiction; the term has been used by different authors and game designers to describe various groups, from species to political factions to cultural identities.

In some works, Kaleds are described as an interstellar civilization with advanced engineering and extensive starflight, often interacting with humans or other species. In others, Kaleds refer to a tightly organized political faction within a larger empire, with distinctive governance or ideology. Because the concept originates from separate creators, physical appearance, biology, and social structure vary widely.

Common themes across portrayals include exploration of power, contact with outsiders, and ethical questions about expansionist policy, secrecy, or assimilation. Technologies attributed to Kaleds can range from durable starships and robotics to psionic or techno-magical abilities depending on the setting.

In fan and reference works, Kaleds are catalogued in wikis and encyclopedias where details are compiled from individual titles. The term's meaning depends on the fictional universe and creator, rather than a fixed canonical profile.