A revolution occurred on the planet of Phindar in the year 44 BBY. The Phindian people rebelled, overthrowing the governing Syndicat. They successfully apprehended the Syndicat's leadership, Baftu included, who was its leader. Assisting the citizens in this endeavor were Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn together with his Padawan, Obi-Wan Kenobi.