Born to in the less-than influential Keth Polt clan, known for a shipping corporation that worked between Andoria and the Orion border. He grew up following the clans traditions, cooking their recipes, and learning their wardrobe. He had been prepared to join the fleet of his parents and family, when at age 14 the Clan Council decided to dissolve the Polt clan do to low income, as it was the most honorable thing to do. By 25, Gaalen had earned command of his own ship, the Polt's Legacy, where his wives and husbands served as the bridge crew.