"Scarif and Other Planets in the Outer Rim" represents a volume within the set of canon reference guides called the Star Wars Encyclopedia. Its publication date was July 20, 2021.
Although situated far away, the Outer Rim saw considerable traffic from freighters and starships. Pirates and other criminals also frequented this region, exploiting the limited presence of galactic law enforcement to carry out their illicit activities. However, it wasn't a completely lawless region. The Galactic Empire, for instance, chose the tropical world of Scarif as the site for a research installation. This facility would ultimately house the blueprints for the initial Death Star, a weapon designed to instill fear throughout the galaxy. Its imposing Citadel served as an unbreachable fortress, and both within its walls and on the vibrant shores, a pivotal conflict unfolded, forever altering the galaxy's destiny.