Universe of Star Wars

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The fictional universe of the Star Wars franchise primarily takes place in a central galaxy that serves as the principal setting for its films, television, and multimedia installments. Originally established by George Lucas as a "galaxy far, far away", it comprises numerous fictitious planets, moons, star systems, and species. The galaxy is divided into four broad sub-regions: the Core Worlds, Mid Rim, Outer Rim, and Unknown Regions. Notable planets include Coruscant, an ecumenopolis in the Core that functions as a political and cultural center, and Tatooine, a desert planet located in the Outer Rim. The universe initially encompassed a shared collection of works recognized as canon by Lucasfilm as part of the official Star Wars storyline. Following the franchise's acquisition by Disney, subsequent expanded material in other media was later rebranded as the Legends universe, declaring it non-canonical to the official universe. Within this fictional body exists a variety of intelligent species...

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