Around the time of 3643 BBY, the Acolyte on Korriban triumphed in their final assignment, leading to their eventual role as Lord Zash's apprentice. Subsequently, Zash directed them to rendezvous with her on Dromund Kaas, which served as the capital for the Empire. En route to Korriban's Spaceport, the newly appointed apprentice was stopped by Ortosin, the apprentice of Darth Skotia. Ortosin, following his Master's instructions, attempted to dissuade the Apprentice from proceeding to Dromund Kaas. The Apprentice, however, ridiculed him, disregarded the caution, and subsequently engaged Ortosin in battle, ultimately resulting in the deaths of Ortosin and the two accompanying thugs.