In the early years of the Imperial Era, specifically 11 BBY, the Galactic Empire officially seized the Outer Rim planet of Jelucan. Because of the planet's prior allegiance to the Confederacy of Independent Systems during the Clone Wars, the Empire waited eight years to finalize the annexation due to persistent suspicion. A celebration occurred in the capital city, Valentia, on the day of the annexation, with both first and second-wavers present. Irrespective of their disparities, both groups were in favor of the annexation. Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin was present in person and delivered an address. The annexation day also marked the initial encounter between first-waver Ciena Ree and second-waver Thane Kyrell.