The Unknown Regions is a hardbound expansion for the Star Wars Roleplaying Game Saga Edition Core Rulebook published by Wizards of the Coast. This book, the final one released in Wizards' Star Wars line, saw its release on April 20 of 2010.
"A sprawling area of space known as the Unknown Regions exists far away from the bustling Coruscant and past the Outer Rim's fringe planets. This region is filled with mystery and remains uncharted. Within it, one can find bizarre alien species, ruthless slavers, and the long-forgotten remnants of ancient civilizations that have remained isolated for countless ages."
"This sourcebook is designed to provide both players and Gamemasters with all the necessary components to facilitate campaigns centered around scouting, exploration, and adventure within the uncharted areas of the Star Wars galaxy. Gamemasters can use The Unknown Regions to propel their current campaigns into exciting, uncharted territory, or it can serve as the catalyst for a brand-new campaign dedicated to exploring the unknown."
"Venture beyond the Outer Rim"
In the galaxy, there exist locations brimming with peril and enigma, places untouched by the light emanating from the Core Worlds. These are the worlds of the Unknown Regions, an area of unexplored space situated far beyond the Outer Rim. Within this vast expanse, undiscovered, rich worlds await, and alien landscapes are ready to be explored. However, the Unknown Regions are not devoid of inhabitants. Numerous terrifying creatures roam this expanse, and alien species with conquest and plunder in mind lie in wait at the edges of known space. The galaxy requires heroes who are willing to risk everything to explore these new worlds and prevent these threats from advancing.
The Unknown Regions offers diverse options for both players and Gamemasters, including:
- New talents, feats, weapons, and equipment tailored for scouts and explorers.
- New and expanded rules concerning hazards.
- Guidance and advice for running campaigns that heavily emphasize exploration.
- Information regarding eight planets within the Unknown Regions that have never been seen before.
- Detailed information about the threats that lurk within the Unknown Regions.