Galactic Calendar
The Galactic Calendar
The Galactic Calendar, also known as the Standard Galactic Calendar or the Coruscant Standard Calendar, is a dating system used in the Star Wars universe to record time and events. It is used by the inhabitants of the Galactic Republic, the Galactic Empire, and other factions in the Star Wars galaxy.
History
The Galactic Calendar was established by the Galactic Republic during the height of its power. The calendar's epoch, or starting point, is the year of the Battle of Yavin, which occurred in 0 BBY (Before the Battle of Yavin) when the Rebel Alliance destroyed the first Death Star. The year 0 ABY (After the Battle of Yavin) marked the beginning of the Galactic Calendar.
Structure
The Galactic Calendar consists of 365 standard days, divided into 12 months. Each month has 30 or 31 days, except for the last month, which has 5 or 6 days, depending on whether it is a leap year or not. The names of the months are derived from various planets or systems in the Star Wars galaxy.
Months
Here are the names of the months in the Galactic Calendar, along with the corresponding Earth months:
- Atrivis - corresponds to January
- B'omarr - corresponds to February
- Taris - corresponds to March
- Nelvaan - corresponds to April
- Cularin - corresponds to May
- Tapani - corresponds to June
- Fest - corresponds to July
- Hutt - corresponds to August
- Kiffex - corresponds to September
- Koda - corresponds to October
- Ossus - corresponds to November
- Tatooine - corresponds to December
The Galactic Calendar also has a system of weeks, with seven standard days in each week. The days of the week are named after celestial bodies in the Star Wars universe, such as Coruscant, Tatooine, and Dagobah.
Usage
The Galactic Calendar is used in various forms of media, including novels, comics, and video games set in the Star Wars universe. It is often used to date events in the Star Wars timeline, and is a popular reference among Star Wars fans.
While the Galactic Calendar is not used in the real world, its establishment and usage within the Star Wars universe adds to the richness and depth of the fictional universe. It is an example of how a fictional dating system can contribute to the world-building and storytelling of a work of fiction.
GSC-actual time & date ( UNDER CONSTRUCTION )
This link will provid you with an external webpage to the Emperor's Hammer Encyclopaedia Imperia, you will be able to observe some places and their local time and date on the Galatic standard Calendar and Time format:
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CSC vs GSC vs EC
In this article, we will discuss the characteristics of the Coruscant Standard Calendar (CSC), Galactic Standard Calendar (GSC), and the Earth Calendar, comparing and contrasting their unique features.
Coruscant Standard Calendar (CSC)
The Coruscant Standard Calendar (CSC) was the primary calendar used by the Galactic Republic during the time of the Old Republic. It consisted of ten months, with each month lasting 35 days, for a total of 350 days in a standard year. The naming conventions for the months were based on natural phenomena, such as the "Month of Rain" and the "Month of Harvest." The CSC was eventually replaced by the Galactic Standard Calendar (GSC) during the rise of the Galactic Empire.
Galactic Standard Calendar (GSC)
The Galactic Standard Calendar (GSC) is the current standard calendar system used throughout the Star Wars universe. It consists of twelve months, each containing three "standard weeks" of seven days each, for a total of 336 standard days in a year. The months are named after various celestial bodies, events, or historical figures, such as "Emperor's Day" and "Life Day." The GSC is used by the majority of civilizations and cultures within the Star Wars universe, although some still use their own localized calendar systems.
Earth Calendar
The Earth Calendar, also known as the Gregorian calendar, is the most widely used calendar system on Earth. It consists of twelve months, with each month having between 28 and 31 days, for a total of 365 or 366 days in a year (depending on whether it is a leap year). The months are named after Roman gods or rulers, such as "January" and "July." The Earth Calendar is based on the solar year, with each year beginning on January 1st and ending on December 31st.
Comparisons and Contrasts
The CSC and GSC share similarities, such as having twelve months in a year and being used in the Star Wars universe. However, the CSC is shorter, with only 350 days in a standard year, while the GSC has 336 days. Additionally, the CSC has different naming conventions for its months, whereas the GSC's naming conventions are based on a mix of celestial bodies, events, and historical figures.
In comparison
The Earth Calendar has a longer year than both the CSC and GSC, with 365 or 366 days in a year, depending on leap years. The Earth Calendar's naming conventions are based on Roman gods and rulers, which is very different from the naming conventions of both the CSC and GSC.
Conclusion
In conclusion, each of these calendar systems has its own unique features and serves a different purpose. The CSC and GSC are used within the fictional Star Wars universe, while the Earth Calendar is used by the majority of people on Earth. However, all three calendar systems help us measure time and mark significant events and dates.
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Essential Guide to Warfare by Jason Fry and Paul R. Urquhart
- Star Wars: The Essential Chronology by Kevin J. Anderson and Daniel Wallace
- The World Almanac and Book of Facts 2022 by Sarah Janssen
