Sivad was a Jedi Master of the human male persuasion who lived during the time of the Republic Era. His physical description included a short, stout build, a ruddy, amiable countenance, and white-blond hair. Eventually, he accepted an Ithorian to be his Padawan. During the period known as the Clone Wars, Sivad held the rank of Jedi General and engaged in combat against the Confederacy of Independent Systems during a prolonged siege lasting several weeks on the planet called Hebekrr Minor. Alongside Clone Commander Sticks, Sivad commanded a company of clone troopers.