The year 196 BBY was marked by the following happenings.
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A unique solar eclipse, known as the Day of the Sepulchral Night, was observed on Zelos II.
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A prince who was a merchant and was stranded from a shipwreck, hid his riches within Zelosian's Chine.
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Roan Novachez, along with his classmates, commenced their initial studies at the Coruscant Jedi Academy.