Kessel

Kessel Astrographical information Region: Outer Rim System: Kessel System Suns: Moons: Physical information Class: Diameter: Climate: Hot Primary Terrain: Barren spice mines in the north Lush sanctuaries in the south Places of interest: Spice mine K76 Societal information Inhabitants: Population: Affiliations: Galactic Empire

“Slaves sent there last a few months, maybe a year."
"And for Wookiees, born in the forest, it's a death sentence”

―Sabine Wren and Hera Syndulla

Kessel was a planet that hosted major mining facilities. The Galactic Empire operated a mining operation, employing numerous slaves, including Wookiees, to harvest spice. Slaves who were sent to Kessel worked in harsh, brutal conditions.

Appearances

• Thrawn (Mentioned only)
• A New Dawn (Mentioned only)
• Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion (First appearance)

Trivia

• The planet Kessel was first mentioned in the 1977 film Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope and the 2015 film Star Wars Episode IIV: The Force Awakens. It's first canonical appearance was in Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion, the premiere of the animated television series Star Wars Rebels.
• The series used designs and concepts created for Kessel by Star Wars creator George Lucas, who developed its appearance, culture, and economy.