Born on Dantooine, Ava's mother and father were both soldiers for their planet's forces. As the takeover of her planet ensued by The Galactic Empire, Ava's parents were called to duty to defend their home planet. She was left in the care of her Grandfather who was too old to be able to fight in the war. The day came when news came back to the 12 year old Ava that her parents were both killed in battle against the Empire and now they gained control of her planet.