New Erusal

Overview
New Erusal was a large, dry planet located within the Betseeda System. The planet was home to several large mining operations and was known for its toxic rivers of acid. Despite these harsh conditions, millions of individuals called the planet home.

Astrological Information
Located close to the sun of the Betseeda System, New Erusal had a similar climate to planets such as Jakku and Tatooine. Dry and hot, the planet nonetheless supported a large ecosystem of specialized animals and plants and several cities. The planet had served as a mining world for thousands of years with multiple ores and minerals harvested from beneath its sandy surface.

The world had a standard cycle orbit of 363 days.

Politics and People
While there were no native species to New Erusal, millions of settlers lived on the planet encompassing a wide range of races. While humans were the most predominate, dozens of alien races also were represented on the surface. While Betseeda Prime had an official office and presence on the planet, the government in Tazion had a hands off approach and New Erusal was left to govern its own affairs. As a result, the people were surprisingly loyal to their government and the Speaker of the Chamber.

When the Imperial Navy occupied the system in 4 BBY, they built a large complex in Dredgefell, the largest city on New Erusal. With thousands of troopers and ships, they attempted to regulate and oversee the vast mining operation. The locals chaffed at their presence and several small cells of the BRF operated against Imperial forces. With the arrival of Arrow Squadron and the Empire's defeat at the First Battle of Betseeda Prime, Admiral Jhutan Ensah pulled his forces off the planet.

In their haste to retreat, Admiral Ensah left valuable supplies and even some weapons behind. These eventually found their way into rebel hands through a mission led by BRF soldier Nez Rennoc.

Throughout the Arrow's campaign to liberate the system, New Erusal offered support to the cause. When the Imperial Navy was eventually pushed out of the system in 2 ABY, a massive party was held on the planet with the former Imperial garrison being the location of festivities.