The Belassar system mission transpired amidst the backdrop of the Galactic Civil War, a period where the Galactic Empire sought to quell the Rebel Alliance's presence within the region. During this conflict, Leia Organa, a Princess hailing from Alderaan, embarked on an assignment within the Belassar system, accompanied by Jon "Dutch" Vander, a skilled pilot. The princess was responsible for sending communications, providing crucial supplies, and allowing the rebels to evacuate.