Ardus Cone

Ardus Cone is a Centralist Senator representing the the Slice in the Galactic Senate and the Republic's Minister of Defense. Cone was born on Samovar on the 8th of Melona, 37 B.C.V. into a wealthy family. He was raised lavishly under the watch of his father Anguilis Cone I, founder of Samovar Steel. After his father's passing his brother Anguilis Cone II inherited the company while Ardus studied in university.

Political Career
When Senator Orson Krennic retired, Cone was appointed as Krennic's replacement in the Senate.

Personality
Cone is quiet for a politician; he prefers to observe matters from the sidelines rather than join in arguments. Though Ardus is a Centralist Imperialist, he is always able to listen to other's opinions.