NAR SHADDAA, HUTT SPACE -- The promenade of Nar Shaddaa, normally filled only with milling sentients as they travel to and from their business locations, played host this past weekend to an open air market. This market, sponsored in part by the Republic Parcel Service, drew buyers and traders from multiple sectors and factions which all had one goal in mind: commerce.

The event, known to shoppers as the Market Exchange, is reported to be a monthly occurrence, with markets organized and hosted towards the end of each month. Judging by the success of the first event, it stands to reason future markets will only grow in size and popularity as more traders and buyers become aware of their schedule. The first Market Exchange lasted for approximately three hours, with crowds lingering to talk and show off their new purchases long after the vendors had cleared out.

The lower promenade was filled with the sounds of traders shouting the praises of their wares and buyers having to raise their voices to be heard over the clamor of the crowd. Armor pieces, fashionable clothing, weapons, oddities, and food were all available from the vendors, and there were even rumors of less-than-legal items being sold under the proverbial table. While the majority of shoppers seemed to be neutral in behavior and appearance, there were even Jedi and Sith spotted at the market.