The Gado Hill Clans, alternatively called Separatists, residing in Abregado-rae, formed an opposing group to the ruling Tundei government. This occurred in 9 ABY during Grand Admiral Thrawn's campaign to conquer the galaxy. The government's action of cutting off essential resources, such as food, to the hill clans, compelled them to depend on smugglers for their survival. Fynn Torve, a member of Talon Karrde's smuggling ring, was one such individual.