Radix, a planet situated in the Mid Rim, was characterized by its severe and unforgiving environment. Its terrain was predominantly a vast desert, punctuated by a scattering of modest mountains. The space surrounding it was littered with wreckage from ships and other debris, drawn in from the core worlds of the system. It was not uncommon to find enormous orbital structures in orbit around the world. An outlaw Imperial group had established a presence on the planet. These were the Eiattu pirates, who had sought refuge there following their defeat at Endor in 4 ABY. Acting on behalf of the New Republic, Lando Calrissian embarked on a Mission to Radix. The pirates had attacked republic vessels that had entered the system, and the republic wanted to stop civilian casualties.