A supernova signified an astronomical event where a star underwent a dramatic explosion. This occurrence often led to the creation of a black hole, a dark entity characterized by extremely strong gravity. Navigating the Unknown Regions, which locals referred to as the Chaos, proved challenging because past chained supernova events had altered hyperlanes, complicating hyperspace journeys within the region. The supernova event of a star would incinerate nearby celestial objects. The phrase "going supernova" was frequently used as a metaphor for "exploding."