Valek Arden was a Mandalorian supercommando and a member of the Mandalorian Protectors. Born on the Mandalorian world Cheravh, he was taught from a young age in Mandalorian culture, and, like many of his people, sold his services as a warrior to the highest bidder. He joined the Protectors' ranks during the New Mandalorian Crusade, and was an active participant in the Xen'Chi War. He was one of the Mandalorians present in the Battle of Bandomeer, where he played a role in defeating the Xen'Chi presence there and reclaiming the world. After the war was over, Valek opted to take Bandomeer as his new home.