Shep Jion, a Major, served as a Baron within House Melantha and held a position as an officer within the Imperial Army. Before the Battle of Hoth, he was a slender man, approximately in his thirties, with short, blonde hair. Known for his integrity, he frequently experienced internal conflict between his allegiance to his house and the Emperor.
He was reassigned to the Tapani sector, reporting to Tessala Corvae, who held the rank of Major General. Being a member of the Order of the Kilmar Bange, Shep's directives included monitoring his commanding officer.