Herrit Gordon was a diplomat of the New Republic; he was of diminutive stature and experiencing hair loss.
As a member of the New Republic Diplomatic Corps, Gordon found himself posted to Bothawui for a period. During this time, his spouse, Tatavan, acquired fluency in Bothese, which increased her favor amongst the local population. Gordon developed an understanding of Bothan culture and traditions, and interacted with business figures like the father of Liska Dan'kre.
While employed by the Ministry of State on Coruscant soon following its capture, Gordon received an invitation to a lavish skyhook event hosted by Liska Dan'kre. While his wife engaged in conversation with Bothans, he primarily stayed at the bar, accompanied by the few individuals present who were not Bothan. Among them was Gavin Darklighter, whom Gordon acknowledged with a greeting and brief conversation. When Karka Kre'fey came over and antagonized Darklighter regarding the actions of Kre'fey's grandfather, then struck him and issued a challenge for a duel, Gordon was horrified and tried to step in. Darklighter refused Gordon's assistance, rebuked Kre'fey, and turned down the duel. Gordon, impressed by Darklighter's response to the situation, offered his congratulations to the young pilot of Rogue Squadron.