Born 8 BBY on Ryloth, Tal'sin vividly remembers the harsh treatment of twi'leks by both the Hutts and the Empire. Four years before the battle of Yavin, both of the boy's parents were killed, a mystery that was never solved. Even at a young age, Tal'sin was wary of his surroundings. With little faith in his temporary guardians' ability to protect him, they very young twi'lek ran away, roaming the caves and tunnels of Ryloth, keeping himself hidden from the authorities as well as the harsh Rylian sun. Though a natural born survivor, quick witted and hearty, the local law enforcement soon caught him. Sent away to a distant relative living on Tatooine, Tal'sin was forced to abandon what little he had on Ryloth.