The Verkuylian Resistance comprised individuals who fought against the Galactic Empire. Their uprising was initially delayed because many inhabitants of Verkuyl initially saw the Empire as a force of liberation, given the significantly deteriorated circumstances that existed prior to the Empire's nationalization of Verkuyl. Ultimately, certain Verkuylians were persuaded by representatives of the New Republic and initiated an overt rebellion directed at the Imperial government on Verkuyl. Collaborating with a team of New Republic Intelligence agents, they aimed to free Verkuyl, but were almost defeated by Daven Quarle, who secretly supported the Empire.