Sandara Li was a lieutenant within the ranks of the New Republic forces, and identified as female. During the Galactic Civil War, she actively opposed the Galactic Empire. As a pilot flying an X-wing, she participated in both the Battle for Kuat Drive Yards and the Battle of Jakku. Her assignment involved providing escort for Blade Squadron, which was a formation of B-wing starfighters.
The initial appearance of Sandara Li was in the short story titled Blade Squadron: Kuat. This story was published as part of the 168th issue of Star Wars Insider.