The Bothan Spynet utilized a secret safe house in the city of Tal'cara on the planet Kothlis during the Galactic Civil War. From this safe house in 3.5 ABY, a group of technicians deciphered stolen Imperial data that turned out to be the technical plans to the second Death Star battle station, which eventually found its way into Rebel Alliance hands.
Appearances
"Ion Cannon Parts" — Shadows of the Empire Planets Guide- Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire novel (First appearance, in book)
- Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire abridged audiobook
- Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire junior novelization
"Hand-Off" — Shadows of the Empire Sourcebook (Mentioned only)- Shadows of the Empire 5