Hito Ulanti hailed from the Necromundan Noble House of Ulanti. Possessed of a restless character, the young noble scion applied and was accepted for training to serve in the Imperial Navy. Gifted with a keen mind and great ambition, he quickly rose through the ranks, and ultimately was assigned as Flag-Lieutenant to Flag-Captain Leoten Semper so he could get a first taste of true command and learn from the experience of that more senior and seasoned officer.