After the major slaughter and defeat at the Karamja-Asgarnia War, Balo decided to enlist in the Asgarnian Marine Corps to help defend his nation. After fighting in the Fourth Battle of Pest Control, he received a Silver Star for outstanding endurance at his position with Chiafriend12 and Rondorer. The three had held their position after all the other positions fell back. Years later in 178, Senior Sergeant Balo was invited to be in the CASOLE. He accepted.