Ranz was a male combatant, specifically a soldier, who attained the rank of major within the New Republic's military. His service occurred during the Galactic Civil War. Notably, he participated in the Battle of Jakku, where he held the position of commanding officer for the Third Recon Group. This group was a military unit belonging to the New Republic's ground forces, which were part of their overall defense force, and fought against the Galactic Empire.