Crars

Crars was a barren, desolate Mid Rim planet located in the that was became a minor Imperial fortress world following the Battle of Endor. Located the Corellian Run, on the northern fringe of the Mid Rim, the planet was of strategic importance despite possessing no natural resources or other outstanding features. It was mainly the site of staging areas and battles during the days of the Old Republic leading up to the Clone Wars. During the conflict with the Separatists, a large supply base was constructed there, which became greatly expanded over the course of the war as the frontlines were moved closer to the area. Crars served as a major staging ground and supply base, as well as a defense post for entry towards the Core Worlds.

The planet's military facilities were further increased in size as it became an important beginning point for Imperial fleets preparing for campaigns against Separatist remnants in the Mid and Outer Rims. In addition to serving as a supply facility, its defenses were greatly bolstered, creating a massive armory, barracks, prisons, command and communications centers, and repair yards. A sprawling metropolis was created around it, which housed the families of servicemen and the civilian bureaucrats needed to maintain the logistics and administration of a such a large base. The outbreak of the Galactic Civil War in 2 BBY resulted in it becoming a vital customs point for stopping weapons shipments to the Rebels from sympathizers in the Core.