Ashmead's Lock

Ashmead's Lock is a New Republic prison located on the forested planet of Kashyyyk, the Wookiee homeworld. Named after an infamous criminal, this facility is primarily used to detain high-profile Imperial officers and war criminals captured following the Galactic Civil War. The prison's location within the dense forests of Kashyyyk offers a natural barrier, making it difficult for prisoners to escape and for external threats to infiltrate. The facility's atmosphere is characterized by tight security measures and a rigid structure, overseen by New Republic officials attempting to maintain order amidst the chaotic power vacuum left by the fallen Galactic Empire.

Key events associated with Ashmead's Lock include the liberation of the Wookiee planet and the subsequent imprisonment of significant Imperial figures like Grand Admiral Rae Sloane. The prison plays a notable role in the novel "Aftermath: Life Debt" by Chuck Wendig, which forms part of the Star Wars expanded universe narrative. The narrative illustrates the ongoing struggles faced by the New Republic to restore peace and stability across the galaxy, highlighting the constant tension between justice and revenge. Ashmead's Lock thus symbolizes both the hope for a new era of justice and the lingering shadows of the Empire's oppressive regime.