Veelo, a planet situated within the galaxy, possessed a Type III atmosphere. This particular atmospheric composition rendered the planet lethal to humans who weren't equipped with protective breath masks. Its terrain was characterized by heavily contaminated waters and extensive swamps. These areas were navigable by hydroskiffs, available for rent at a price within the Veelo docks, and were also heavily populated by perilous gryzards. During 18 BBY, the bounty hunter known as Sylar Saris sought sanctuary in a hideout found on this planet. This occurred after he became a target of his former employers, the Haxion Brood. Consequently, another hunter, Fennec Shand, journeyed to Veelo with the purpose of tracking him down, accompanied by the genetically defective clones Hunter and Wrecker.