Greater Marianas, a relatively obscure and arid planet situated within the Outer Rim Territories, fell under the control of the Galactic Empire at some point preceding the Battle of Yavin. This planet harbored at least one settlement inhabited by Humans and served as the native habitat of the yaggie, an animal that was actively hunted for the purpose of harvesting its hide and consuming its flesh.
The establishment of a persistent Imperial military force was not considered essential, as long as a mandatory levy, necessitating revenue retrieval during both the middle and conclusion of each season, remained in effect.