Branmer was a renowned Minbari war leader, and Shai Alyt of the Warrior Caste. He was a reluctant warrior but proved to be a brilliant commander and before joining the Star Riders Clan, Bramner had been a High Priest of the Religious Caste. It was only because of the Holy War against the Humans that he felt he had to become a warrior. Branmer's father was of the Warrior Caste and his mother was of the Religious Caste. At the end of the conflict, Branmer took part in the Battle of the Line, leading a sizeable contingent of the fleet.