Elena's origins are unknown. Although she is listed as a "near human," her deviation from the species norm is not apparent from her physical appearance. The earliest records of her past begin in 10 ABY, when she married New Republic StarOps pilot Lt. Markelan Korminos while living on Corellia. That same year, Elena conceived their first child. In 11 ABY, during the Second Battle of Mon Calamari, Lt. Korminos was shot down over the planet's surface. His death could not be confirmed, however, and he is currently listed as missing-in-action. Soon thereafter, Elena gave birth to their son, Jansen Korminos. She cared for him until 14 ABY, when she placed him in the care of Sgt. Peleas, a personal friend of her husband, and joined the New Republic FleetOps in hopes of locating her husband.