Inner Rim/Legends

The Inner Rim is a region of the galaxy between the Colonies and the Expansion Region. It was originally just called "The Rm," as it was expected to be the farthest extent of the Known Galaxy for centuries, but the Expanded Rim (later renamed the Expansion Region) was opened within a hundred years of the Inner Rim.

During the time of the Empire, the Inner Rim was ruthlessly and directly controlled. Rather than rebelling, many residents chose to flee to the Outer Rim Territories.

After the Battle of Endor, the region was held by the Empire, despite its unpopularity, for far longer than expected; many resented the New Republic's sluggishness in liberating the region. Many worlds, despite joining the New Republic, are openly afraid that the government isn't strong enough to maintain power. Their concerns were borne out following the return of Palpatine, when the Empire reclaimed most of the Inner Rim.