Core Worlds

Galactic Sector

The Core Worlds region is the governmental and cultural centre of the galaxy. For millennia, the Core Worlds were the heart of the Republic, and they retain that status under the Galactic Empire. The region consists of a semi-circular ring of star systems around the north/east, and south sides of the Deep Core. Every major hyperlane starts in, or intersects with, the Core Worlds.

Core World Dominance

The Core Worlds are among the most ancient civilizations of the Republic. From these central worlds, exploration radiated outwards towards the rim of the galaxy. With it came governmental, societal, and economic expansion that funneled vast amounts of wealth back to the Core Worlds. These densely populated planets are among the most powerful in the galaxy.
Much of the rest of the galaxy regards the Core Worlds citizenry as aloof, snobbish, and elitist. This assessment is largely true, and is only bolstered by Core Worlder arguments that everyone else is simply jealous of their stature and opportunities. Cultural, political, and economic clashes between the galactic regions are common.
While political and economic conflicts are common occurrences throughout the history of the Core Worlds, large-scale warfare occurred far less often than in the outer regions of the galaxy. The citizens tend to think of themselves as largely protected from such displays of violence. These attitudes were shattered in modem times by the Clone Wars, which brought the realities of interstellar warfare to the very cradle of the Republic.
With the events of the Clone Wars manipulated by Chancellor Palpatine, he used the fear generated by the war to support his vision, of peace through military strength and a dominant central government. Thus, with the establishment of the Galactic Empire, the Core Worlds became its strongest supporters. Citizens tend to turn a blind eye towards the darker side of the Empire, often dismissing the worst stories as dissident or Rebel lies and propaganda.. Most actively support the Imperial cause and government. They remain ignorant of its worst evils, which Palpatine takes great steps to obscure. Organizations like COMPNOR (Commission for the Preservation of the New Order) that actively support Imperial aims find popular support.
The Core Worlds, and Coruscant (Imperial Centre) in particular, are the greatest driver of the Imperial-bureaucracy and war machine. Spurred on equally by ideological goals and economic gain, Core Worlds support has allowed Imperial power to permeate the region. Rebels, dissidents, sympathizers, and other outliers are not welcome, and security is generally tight and effective. Though opportunities exist for smugglers and pirates, they are ruthlessly hunted down when detected.
Many have fled to the lesser security of the outer regions to ply their trade with a bit more safety.

Type

Galactic Sector

Location under

The Galaxy