Mikilanie was an Em'liy who made his home on Jedha. He lived during the High Republic Era. Like his ancestors, he operated a stall in the Wayfarer Quarter, where he made a living selling holy icons. The Naldi Freewielder known as Zervo posed a threat to both Mikilanie and his livelihood because Mikilanie hadn't paid the Namoi syndicate. Zervo, who had Force abilities, resorted to arson and destroyed Mikilanie's stall with fire. Sirené, a member of the Convocation of the Force, intervened and challenged Zervo. In response, Zervo set Mikilanie ablaze. However, Tey Sirrek, a former thief, intervened by using the Hand of Siberus to defeat Zervo, saving the Em'liy's life, although he sustained burns.