This week's update to the official site of Star Wars: The Old Republic rolls out the new playable planet of Ilum.

From SWTOR.com:

"With the final outcome of the war between the Sith Empire and the Galactic Republic still undecided, the icy planet Ilum sits squarely in the cross-hairs. The crystals that grow here in abundance are the source of incredible power and possibility. Jedi and Sith alike have long sought them for their Lightsabers, but the ramifications may go much deeper.

Recently the Empire launched a major assault against the Jedi on Ilum, destroyed the Order?s sanctuaries, and initiated an ambitious operation of unknown intent. With its forces already spread thin, the Republic has been unable to strike back in such a remote region, but what price might they pay for losing this valuable resource?

Access the HoloNet to learn more about Ilum, and check out this video to see images of its icy terrain. Also, don?t forget to visit the media section for never-before-seen screenshots, concept art, and wallpapers showing the scene from every angle."