The Baobab Merchant Council functioned as an organization situated on the planet of Manda. Their gatherings took place within the Merchant Council chamber, where they delegated assignments to their less experienced associates. The father of Mungo Baobab held a position as a council member. In the year 15 BBY, Mungo Baobab received instructions from the council to embark on a mission destined for the planet Hrill. Disregarding these instructions, Baobab chose to journey to the Roon system in pursuit of the legendary Roonstones, accompanied by the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO.