King Ramsis Dendup refused to commit Onderon to the Clone Wars, thinking that neutrality would spare the planet from the violent conflict. Sanjay Rash knew better. To ensure Onderon's prosperity and strength in the shifting galaxy would require a strong alliance -- and that meant striking an accord with the Separatists. Through methods cloaked in intrigue, Rash assumed the crown of Onderon, deposing Dendup and branding him a powerless old crone. Rash then allowed the Separatists to establish a firm foothold, cementing his rule of the planet.
Onderon is an ancient world of fortified cities built within expanses of treacherous, beast-filled jungles. King Rash lived a life of privilege within the polished walls of the royal residence, eyeing the actions of his subjects from the lofty heights of the palace balconies.
Rash kept Dendup captive in the royal prison enclave. He believed the old king to be somehow connected to the growing insurgency, and demanded that Dendup call off the attacks.
A local insurgency attempted to topple the reign of King Rash, going so far as to target the royal carriage for attack. Rash saw the rebels as terrorists and refused to negotiate with them.
Okalin was King Rash's royal adviser. He kept the king abreast of all developments within the walls of Iziz.
After repeated successes by the rebels, King Rash requested assistance from Count Dooku. Dooku was disappointed that Rash could not hold the planet alone, but agreed to send the king some reinforcements.