Zlato, a Toydarian by birth, made his living as a professional thief. He operated in Cloud City alongside his extraterrestrial companion, targeting wealthy residents.
On one particular thieving venture, Lando Calrissian apprehended Zlato's alien associate. The alien had been attempting to pilfer a valuable necklace from Dominic Raynor's, the Baron Administrator at the time, girlfriend.
As the alien was about to be arrested, he tossed the pendant to Zlato, who then attempted to flee by flying away. However, immediately after boasting about his speed, Lando ensnared Zlato with his cape. Consequently, both Zlato and his alien accomplice were apprehended by the Bespin Wing Guard.