Tyrus, a Human male and a Captain in the service of the Republic, commanded the Wanderer-class transport known as the Esseles during the period of the Cold War against the Sith Empire. He met his end in 3643 BBY when the Esseles was attacked by the Imperial vessel Emperor's Glory, which was under the authority of Grand Moff Rycus Kilran. Following his death, his first officer, Haken, assumed command.