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The one known as "Lurdo" was a Human male who lived during the Imperial Period. A wealthy individual, the Human studied at a prominent university for several years, before touring the galaxy. On the Outer Rim Territories' moon Endor, he attempted to raise the level of culture and technology possessed by the native Ewoks to a degree considered more suitable by him. To that end, he had them discard their ancient rituals and practices in favor of modern technological devices that provided entertainment value. The Human was labelled as "Lurdo" by the Ewoks, and he believed it to be a title of great standing and prestige.

Lurdo later set his sights on the Wookiee world&mdash;Kashyyyk. Although he brought along a translator droid, Lurdo found it difficult to grasp Wookiee practices and cultures. The Human felt a kinship with the enslaved Wookiees, likening their cultural trauma to his student years. He greatly offended the Wookiees on ethical, religious, and societal levels, but personally believed that he was being welcomed into their way of life. To complement his new endeavors, he grew his hair out, evoking what he termed the "Wookiee spirit."