The Jedi Academy Sourcebook is a guide for roleplaying, crafted by West End Games for their Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game. Paul Sudlow authored it, and it saw its initial release in 1996.
This book provides summaries and extensive details regarding the happenings within Kevin J. Anderson's novel series, the Jedi Academy Trilogy. It also offers descriptions of the characters, aliens, creatures, vehicles, robots, planets, and starships featured in those novels.
"The Emperor, once resurrected, has been defeated, resulting in the Empire's decline and fall. As Leia Organa Solo and the New Republic government work to reconstruct society following this devastating conflict, Luke Skywalker embarks on a quest to find and train new Jedi.
However, the struggle against the remaining forces of the Empire persists, as a fresh threat emerges from the ominous Maw Installation… a threat that has the potential to bring about the New Republic's downfall.
Within these pages, the secrets surrounding the infamous Kessel Run, the Jedi training center on Yavin IV, the Death Star prototype, and the terrifying Sun Crusher are unveiled for the very first time. The Jedi Academy Sourcebook presents detailed information on the characters, events, technology, newly discovered Force abilities, and ancient Sith knowledge derived from Kevin J. Anderson's captivating trilogy of novels."
The New Republic is experiencing a time of relative tranquility, rebuilding after the Empire's failed attempt at galactic domination. Following the defeat of the resurrected Emperor, Palpatine's control over numerous worlds has diminished. While Leia Organa Solo endeavors to recruit new worlds into the New Republic, Luke Skywalker initiates his search for potential Jedi students and a suitable location for their training.
Yet, the Empire remains active. A new commander arises from the clandestine Maw Installation, an Imperial complex specifically designed for the development of advanced weaponry.
As the New Republic is compelled to confront Admiral Daala and her scheme to obliterate Coruscant, Luke Skywalker must contend with an even greater peril: the spirit of a Sith Lord intent on subjugating Luke's students and imposing his will upon the galaxy ...