However, the pirates used a unique weapon technology, known as gem technology, which was powerful and destructive. In fact, the pirates managed to severely cripple the Republic's envoy ship, killing a number of Jedi and dignitaries. One of those Jedi killed was Yrada Soludisan. Yrada Soludisan was dedicated to preserving peace and justice in the galaxy, always pushing for a non-violent solution. Because of this, Yrada chose to serve the Jedi as a diplomat, and it was in this service to the Jedi Order that Yrada became one with the Force, truly as a Jedi Knight.