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The Tree of Life was a tree located on[1] the Mid Rim planet[2] Kashyyyk. It was sacred to the native Wookiee people, who traditionally held their longstanding Life Day celebration around the tree.[1] To represent the original Tree of Life, Wookiee families typically chose an ancient tree, which they adorned with shining Life Day Orbs. Those who were far from Kashyyyk could conduct a simple ritual around an image of a tree or a mere piece of wood.[3]
Behind the scenes
The Tree of Life was first mentioned in the new Star Wars canon in the Databank feature of StarWars.com.[1] It originated in the Star Wars Legends continuity's The Star Wars Holiday Special,[4] a 1978 television special.[5]
Appearances
- "Deck the Halls" — Life Day 1 (First appearance)
- Star Wars: Hunters (Mentioned only)
- "The Tree of Life" — Life Day Treasury (Mentioned only)
Sources
- Collapse of the Republic
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Star Wars Inside Intel: Holidays of the Galaxy on StarWars.com (article) (backup link) - Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
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Nox Arrives in Season 4: Survival Instinct on Star Wars: Hunters' official website (original site is defunct) -
Life Day in the Databank (backup link) (First mentioned)