Synth Lydon

"In nature, there is one thing the freelance detective hates and fears more than anything. This creature is called the Imperial investigator and Synth Lydon is the worst of all the brood."

- Remy Diabet

Synth Lydon was a renowned investigator - first for the Empire and later as a free agent - from the destruction of Alderaan to his death after the Yuuzhan Vong War. His incredibly high intelligence, powerful observation skills, and dedication to justice served him well throughout his career, but he struggled in his relationships with others around him.

Duro
Synth Lydon was born on Duro while his father was on extended assignment for his work. The Lydon family moved to Imperial Center when Synth was only 3. When Synth was 14, Imperial forces came to the Lydon apartment to arrest Synth's abusive father, and the elder Lydon was killed in his resistance. Three years later, Synth's mother died of natural causes.

Synth returned to Duro to attend academy there and train as an investigator like the one who had finally stopped his father. There he shared a room with Jav Yonx, and formed a friendship that would continue into their adult careers. They both entered the same police department, and were assigned to one another as partners. Their partnership was ended when Jav left the force over a murder suspect and mutual friend he believed to be innocent. Synth was recruited into the role of Imperial investigator in order to find and capture his rogue ex-partner.

Imperial Service
"You must be the legendary Synth Lydon. Shall I bow, my liege?" "I won’t demand it, but feel free."

- Zjionne Darkhorse and Synth Lydon

Private Investigator
"A little touchy about your employer’s failings when it comes to just actions. Don’t worry, Synth. That conscience you still carry around will go away some day."

- Nemis Magedd

Appearances

 * Galaxy of Suspects
 * Escape from Perdition
 * Galaxy Noir II: Judge and Jury
 * Galaxy Noir III: Echoes of Legacy
 * Dig Two Graves
 * Galaxy Grey