Artemis was found shortly after his awakening by a pair of Ysoki priests of Sarenrae who adapted him into their extended family. As Artemis "aged" he discovered that he had a real talent for being an annoying pain in the hindquarters. After trying to decide what to do with his life, he realized that he could turn his natural talent at insults and derogatory comments into a rather unique fighting style; unfortunately, this was a style that required backup, and so Artemis decided to explore the pact worlds and see what could be seen.
His first stop nearly landed him in jail while attempting to fight off android bandits who were attacking passenger ships throughout a particular area of space and taking the passengers alive.
Artemis joined a small band of passengers on his ship to take it back from the invaders. When the authorities arrived, they attempted to arrest Artemis as well, but were stopped by one of his fellows who turned out to be a Starfinder Society agent. Impressed by Artemis' ability to support his allies, the agent suggested that he make his way to Absalom station and join the society.