Fornax
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| Fornax | |
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J-7[1] |
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Barren |
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None |
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Fornax was a planet in the Glythe sector, well known throughout the galaxy as being home to the Fire Rings of Fornax.
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[edit] History
From a distance, the planet seemed to be surrounded by five rings of fire. The rings were actually large solar prominences that encircled the planet, attracted to it by its close proximity to the system's star. The Fire Rings were one of the natural wonders of the galaxy and not only attracted tourists wanting to view their beauty, but also daredevil young pilots who risked their lives to fly through the Rings. One such pilot was a young Han Solo.
The sideorder dish fiery Fornax rings was named after the planet's rings.[4]
[edit] Behind the scenes
Fornax is the name of a real constellation in the Milky Way.
[edit] Appearances
- Star Wars Republic: Infinity's End (Mentioned only)
- Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope novel (First mentioned)
- Rookies: Rendezvous (Mentioned only)
- Star Wars 4: In Battle with Darth Vader (Mentioned only)
- Star Wars: Rebellion
- Star Wars 15: Star Duel (Mentioned only)
- Lando Calrissian: Idiot's Array (Mentioned only)
[edit] Sources
- A Guide to the Star Wars Universe (First Edition)
- Star Wars: Rebellion: Prima's Official Strategy Guide
- Star Wars Insider 78
- The Essential Atlas
- Dining at Dex's
