Ren was born and raised on Betazed. His father is involved in local politics. His mother stayed home to raise Ren and his two sisters, Ren being the youngest.

Education

Ren received the standard Betazoid education through high school.

Pre-Starfleet History

Ren had a normal childhood until he suffered a traumatic brain injury when he fell out of a tree at a very young age. He was in a coma, but modern medicine was able to save him. Because of the injury, his telepathic and empathic abilities never developed. Oddly, Ren is also immune to being read telepathically or empathically. This led to Ren never truly fitting in with Betazoid culture; he always felt like an outsider. Children teased him, calling him Ferengi boy. When he turned 18, Ren's father suggested he enlist in Starfleet. The diversity of cultures there would allow Ren to find a place for himself. After much thought, he took his father's advice.

Starfleet History

Ren enlisted in Starfleet at age 18, choosing security and tactical as his field of study. Upon graduation, he was assigned to the USS Loki. Ren served there, learning as much as possible to improve himself. After ten years, the Loki was taken out of service for upgrades. At the age of 28, and the rank of chief petty officer, Ren was transferred to the USS Hades.

Medical History

Other than the injury from his youth, Ren is in excellent health.

Skills

Ren is skilled in Starfleet security, tactical, weapons, and martial arts. He is athletic and good in sports.