8 BBY, alternatively known as 8 Before the Battle of Yavin, represents a specific year as defined by the 'ABY-BBY' dating system. This year falls within the Imperial Era, a time when the galaxy was under the rule of Emperor Sheev Palpatine's Galactic Empire.
- Gorn, a Lieutenant, observes the phenomenon known as the Eye of Aldhani. [5]
According to Star Wars: Timelines, the narrative of Choose Your Destiny: A Han & Chewie Adventure unfolds circa 8 BBY. Nevertheless, it also situates "Powered Down, Part 1" and 2 in 9 BBY. Given that the Powered Down comic series occurs following A Han & Chewie Adventure, this chronological arrangement presents a contradiction.