Izby, a female barghest of the female persuasion, served as the devoted and safeguarding companion to Gwellis Bagnoro, an Onodone artisan specializing as a forger. Leading up to the Battle of Takodana, Izby and Bagnoro were most often found within the walls of Maz Kanata's castle.
The character of Izzy was brought to life through puppetry by Kain Francis during the production of Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens.