Shardra, a tech operating outside the law in the Corporate Sector, was an outlaw tech. Her life took a turn when she encountered Klaus "Doc" Vandangante while deeply engrossed in modifying the alluvial dampers of a spice freighter. An instant connection sparked between the two mechanics, leading to romance. Shardra initiated Doc into the world of illegal tech modification, a path he embraced. Their relationship culminated in the birth of their daughter, Jessa Vandangante. Tragically, Shardra's life was cut short by a fuel depot explosion, leaving Doc to care for their child alone.