The Artus system, a star system, resided in the Outer Rim of the galaxy, specifically within the Kwymar sector. Artus Prime was a world found within this system.
During the era of the Cold War, the dreadnaught commanded by Darth Jadus found itself positioned within the Artus system. While orbiting the gas giant Artus Five, his vessel was breached by Cipher Nine. Subsequently, Darth Jadus disclosed his scheme to usurp power within the Empire.
In the year 12 ABY, Kyle Katarn and Jan Ors embarked on an assignment to Artus Prime. Their objective was to examine a mining facility belonging to the New Republic that had been seized by Imperial Remnant forces. This undertaking culminated in the Battle of Artus Prime.