Dana Cadwell Dana Cadwell was a Human female reporter on Gandle Ott , a planet located in the Kathol sector of the Outer Rim Territories . A noted figure on the planet , she worked primarily for the KatholNet NewsNet , as well as being TriNebulon News ' planetary correspondent . In 8 ABY , Cadwell covered the arrival of the New Republic CR90 corvette " FarStar " to Gandle Ott . The " FarStar " — in pursuit of the former Imperial ruler of the Kathol sector , warlord Moff Kentor Sarne — visited the planet for several days , engaging in diplomatic ventures that Cadwell reported on . It was her hope that the story would be big enough news to earn her a position away from Gandle Ott . Biography . Dana Cadwell was a Human female reporter based on the planet Gandle Ott in the Kathol sector of the Outer Rim Territories . She worked for the NewsNet KatholNet , as well as being the planetary correspondent for TriNebulon News . Cadwell was a popular personality , and influential enough to be invited to notable parties and events , but longed to leave Gandle Ott and break into a larger news bureau outside of the Kathol sector . In 8 ABY , Moff Kentor Sarne , Imperial warlord of the Kathol sector , was forced to retreat from his capital on Kal ' Shebbol by New Republic forces . Sarne fled to Gandle Ott , took on supplies and left with the majority of the planet ' s Imperial personnel , including the governor and defense force . The resulting power vacuum on Gandle Ott created confusion , with both Vice - Governor Marja Lang and General Herron Dade vying for control of the remaining government . Cadwell instantly saw that Sarne ' s retreat and the arrival of the New Republic in the Kathol sector was just the story she needed to get the attention of TriNebulon News . Shortly after Sarne ' s departure , the New Republic CR90 corvette " FarStar " arrived in orbit in pursuit of Sarne . When the " FarStar " landed at Montrol Spaceport , Cadwell was part of a large media presence that witnessed a delegation from the corvette meet with Acting - Governor Lang , Mayor Stanfeld Duffit , and Olaver Lansel , Gandle Ott ' s Imperial liaison . As the " FarStar " delegation progressed through the spaceport , Cadwell attempted to learn of the " FarStar " mission by asking several questions regarding Moff Sarne , the rumor that he had exotic technology , and the New Republic ' s intentions toward Gandle Ott . The next day , Cadwell covered the Mushroom Cutting ceremony presided over by General Herron Dade , where Dade effectively declared their independence from the Empire and encouraged Gandle Ott to take control of its own future once more . Personality and traits . Dana Cadwell had strawberry blonde hair , dressed in smart , subdued clothing and always carried the equipment she needed about her person . Street - smart and savvy , she was well - connected in Gandle Ott society , doggedly determined , and an investigative reporter capable of uncovering facts and hidden secrets . Cadwell ' s only loyalty was to herself , and getting a story was her top priority . She had a working knowledge of the way bureaucracy worked and an interest in planetary systems and cultures . She could operate a repulsorlift vehicle . Despite her status on Gandle Ott , Cadwell was desperate to attract the attention of a larger news agency and move to a planet closer to the center of the galaxy . Behind the scenes . Dana Cadwell was introduced in " Death Is Remotely Possible " , the third RPG adventure in " The DarkStryder Campaign " published by West End Games in 1995 . Cadwell can be used by the gamemaster to either help or hinder the player characters during their time on Gandle Ott . Since Cadwell is loyal to herself and her story above all else , she has no personal feelings either way about the " FarStar " visit and her attitude towards the crew will be determined by the outcome of their first meeting . Cadwell can be used by the gamemaster to put the characters back on track , to get them out of trouble , or to misdirect them completely . As both an investigative reporter and a figure in Gandle Ott society , Cadwell can conceivably appear at any point in the adventure . Cadwell is mentioned in the following adventure , " Shintel Downtime " ; during the events in the scenario , the " FarStar " becomes stranded in the Shintel system . Two options are available to the players ; either to send their hyperdrive - equipped T - 65 X - wing starfighter s for help , or to cannibalize the X - wing ' s hyperdrives to repair the " FarStar " engines temporarily and limp to the " Tanquilla Beach " shadowport . If the players chose to send their fighters back to Gandle Ott , then Cadwell accompanies a rescue cruiser back to Shintel to cover the story of how the New Republic starship became stranded and had to be assisted by Imperial forces . As " Shintel Downtime " assumes the players reach " Tanquilla Beach " by jury - rigging the engines , Cadwell ' s involvement in the adventure is presumed to have not happened .