Idow, along with Gottu, was the urban combat specialist of Lieutenant Judder Page's special forces commando team called the Katarn Commandos. They were known for their capture of an Imperial outpost near the city of Bruzion on Jendorn using only a vibro-ax and two blasters.
Appearances
"Commando Mission" — Heir to the Empire Sourcebook (reprinted in The Thrawn Trilogy Sourcebook) (First appearance)
"Gottu and His Vibroaxe" — Dark Force Rising Sourcebook (reprinted in The Thrawn Trilogy Sourcebook) (Mentioned only)