The forest moon of Endor is sometimes referred to as "the Sanctuary Moon".
Is the term "Sanctuary Moon" a proper name, unique to the Ewok's homeworld, or is the forest moon of Endor merely one of many "sanctuary moons"?
asked Apr 29 '17 at 0:18
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I always wondered if the Emperor said "the Sentry Moon" or "The Centuried Moon". – M. A. Golding Apr 29 '17 at 2:27
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Reddit...unconfirmed - reddit.com/r/StarWars/comments/2tthb0/… – Paulie_D Apr 29 '17 at 5:40
In Legends:
Endor was set aside as a protected nature reserve during the Galactic Republic, giving it the name Sanctuary Moon. - Endor | Wookieepedia
Unfortunately, this was decanonized and there is no other reason mentioned.
That said, it is a reference to The Forest Moon of Endor. Much in the same way New York city is also called The Big Apple. Even in Legends, this appears to be the only place by the name of "Sanctuary Moon".
