Hakoda Irniq

Hakoda Irniq was a tribal chief on the ice planet of and a former soldier of the. He had two children: a daughter, Katara, born in 20 BBY, and a son, Sokka, born in 21 BBY. As a strong supporter of individualism and hating the bureaucracy of the Republic, Hakoda joined the military of the CIS during the. He fought in several battles, including the, and gained a reputation as a skilled soldier. Considered to be a natural leader, he commanded a small unit of volunteers during the conflict and when the CIS collapsed in 19 BBY he returned to his homeworld where he became the leader of his native tribe.

Hakoda did his best to avoid the attention of the but was eventually discovered, around 3 BBY. The Empire wanted to execute him but his two children offered their services to the Empire if he was left alive. They agreed, and Hakoda was left alone by the Empire. Sokka became a corporal in the while Katara worked as a nurse.