Star Wars: The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott is part of the High Republic series set centuries before the events of the Skywalker Saga. This period is marked by peace and the Republic’s expansion, with the Jedi at their peak. The novel centers around the Republic Fair, a grand event that showcases the galaxy's unity and progress. However, the Nihil, a menacing group of marauders led by the ruthless Marchion Ro, disrupted this peace. The story follows several key Jedi and Republic characters facing this new threat, aiming to protect the galaxy from the chaos the Nihil aims to unleash.