Harbid, a male Human, held the rank of captain within the Imperial Navy. He served during the rise of the Galactic Empire under the leadership of Grand Admiral Thrawn. Approximately five years after the Battle of Endor, Harbid was in command of the _Imperial I_-class Star Destroyer named Death's Head.
Captain Harbid, in his role as the commander of the Death's Head, was integrated into Grand Admiral Thrawn's personal fleet. It is thought that Harbid was among the first of Thrawn's officers to be informed about any plans or operations involving the Chimaera or the wider starfleet, suggesting he was a captain with considerable experience. He took part in a failed attempt to apprehend Han Solo within the Palanhi system. Additionally, he participated in a more fruitful assault on a New Republic installation located at Ord Pardron, as part of Thrawn's broader strategy to capture the Ukio system. Following an extended battle, Harbid also oversaw the surrender of Xa Fel, having organized the deployment of Thrawn's ground troops.
Similar to the majority of Thrawn's fleet personnel, his final documented involvement in combat occurred during the Battle of Bilbringi.