The year 580 Before the Battle of Yavin was marked by the following occurrences.
- A diplomatic mission, headed by Bodo Baas, journeyed to Yanibar. Their objective was to persuade the Zeison Sha to form an alliance with the Jedi Order, but this endeavor proved fruitless.
- Above Ord Radama, Baas and his team engaged with Mendor Typhoons of the Matukai. They sought to secure an alliance with the Matukai, but were once more unable to achieve their goal.