Nestled in the Sluis sector of the Outer Rim, Denab is a world of striking natural beauty and strategic importance. Larger than most terrestrial planets of its classification, Denab boasts a temperate climate that has long supported an abundance of life. Vast expanses of fertile grasslands stretch across its massive singular landmass, a defining feature that has earned it the moniker "the Green Gem of the Sluis sector." The planet’s richness in both soil and minerals is owed to the volcanic activity concentrated in its northern hemisphere, where magma flows have long replenished the land with vital nutrients. Meanwhile, the southern hemisphere contrasts with its rolling verdant woodlands and a small yet picturesque balmy desert, where arid winds weave through golden dunes. Despite its natural wealth, civilization has left its own mark upon Denab; the northern hemisphere is dominated by a vast urban conglomeration, where towering skyscrapers, bustling walkways, and tightly packed air traffic lanes create a cityscape reminiscent of the ecumenopolis of Coruscant.

Denab's history reaches back into the shadows of antiquity, to the era of the Rakatan Infinite Empire. Legends speak of an ancient device constructed by the enigmatic conquerors, one that, over millennia, is believed to have malfunctioned, seeding the planet with a peculiar phenomenon. Scholars and explorers have long debated the origins of Denab’s native fauna, as its ecosystem is home to unique subspecies seemingly descended from familiar galactic creatures—twisted iterations of nerfs, gundarks, and acklays roam the wilderness, while its flora displays similar aberrant variations. Though the device has never been found, its existence is a matter of persistent speculation.

The planet was first settled by the nearby Sluissi of Sluis Van, serving as an outpost before the expansion of the Rimma Trade Route brought settlers from the Core. Humans and Duros were among the first pioneers, establishing vast farming communities that transformed Denab into the breadbasket of the surrounding interstellar region. Later, during the Cold War between the Galactic Republic and Vitiate’s Sith Empire, Denab became the site of rival expeditions from both factions, each seeking the rumored Rakatan device, their endeavors ultimately fruitless. Over the following millennia, Denab flourished, as its agricultural exports fueled prosperity, and its cities expanded with the influx of wealth and trade. Once a humble agrarian world, it evolved into a cosmopolitan beacon of civilization in the Outer Rim. During the Clone Wars, Denab’s loyalty to the Galactic Republic remained unwavering, marking it as a target for the Confederacy of Independent Systems. The planet endured two major Separatist incursions, its strategic value as an agricultural hub making it a prize worth contesting. That same dedication to democracy and freedom endured into the Galactic Civil War, as Denab aligned itself with the Rebel Alliance.

Today, Denab is a thriving cultural melting pot, shaped by its Outer Rim heritage and the diverse waves of settlers who have made it their home. While Humans and Duros remain the dominant demographics, the planet is host to a broad spectrum of species from across the galaxy. Customs and traditions of many cultures are openly celebrated, fostering a planetary identity that embraces diversity as a fundamental strength. This principle is reflected in Denab’s governance, which remains a bastion of democracy in the Outer Rim. Modelled after the ideals of the Galactic Republic of old, the planetary government consists of a senate comprising the elected representatives from various districts, presided over by a Prime Minister chosen from among them. Personal freedom and democratic values are held in the highest regard by Denab’s citizens, who take immense pride in their world’s commitment to justice and self-governance.