The new Queen to the Shadow-Walker race Salem has a lot on her plate. She has to maintain peace with the rival race the Light-Walkers as well as bringing her beloved country out of povery and hunger. All this at the ripe old age of 18.
She comes off as cold and cruel but really it's a front to keep away people who would try and steal the crown. Deep down she's caring of all those around her. It's why she killed her uncle to take over the country in the first place.
She always has her broadsword near by