The Axxila conflict represents one of the initial engagements during the Jedi Civil War. This war pitted the forces of the Galactic Republic against the Sith Empire led by Darth Revan. This battle transpired after the devastation of Foerost, as the expanding Sith Empire initiated new theaters of war across the galaxy. The Sith began their campaign by attacking Roche and successfully seizing control of the world. Subsequently, Axxila was captured by the Sith invaders, marking the establishment of yet another front in the war. Throughout the Sith Empire's period of greatest expansion, Axxila remained under its dominion.
The sole depiction of the Axxila conflict is found within The Essential Atlas. While the precise date of the battle remains unspecified, the Knights of the Old Republic Campaign Guide situates the Battle of Foerost and the Bombing of Telos IV in 3958 BBY. The Atlas indicates that the events at Axxila occurred after Foerost and Roche, but before the Telos bombing.