Raccyx Staffa served as the Imperial governor overseeing the world of Berchest.
Staffa's professional life began in the realm of smuggling, a career he concluded with substantial financial gains and a valuable network of connections. He developed a strong fascination with the planet Berchest, often expressing his intention to retire there and pursue a career in politics. Upon retiring from smuggling, he successfully secured a position on the Berchestian Council. Discovering that the incumbent governor was accepting bribes from smugglers operating within the planet's jurisdiction, he used this information to blackmail the governor into resigning and recommending Staffa as his successor. After his appointment, Staffa reconnected with his former associates and established an unofficial "taxation" scheme, taking a percentage of all commercial activities occurring on Berchest. Although he believed he was operating discreetly, Imperial Intelligence monitored his activities as part of a broader effort to identify other individuals involved in illicit activities.
Staffa maintained a long-standing professional relationship and understanding with the prominent smuggler leader Talon Karrde for a number of years. However, his aide, Fingal, secretly betrayed him by informing Grand Admiral Thrawn about Staffa's dealings with Karrde.