Gabriel Sionoma
Sheriff of Sulon
OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION
Intent: To create a semi-unique lightsaber crystal that caters towards the more battle inclined lightsider.
Image Source: Lukas Köhne
Restricted Missions: N/a
Primary Source: Lava Crystal
PRODUCTION INFORMATION
Name: Heart of Sullust
Manufacturer: Hammer and Honey Workshop
Homeworld (optional): Sullust
Production: Semi-Unique
Affiliation: Closed-Market
Modularity: No
Material: Lava Crystal, Jal Shey Imbuement
PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Classification: Crystal, [Igneous]
Weight: 0.2 kg
Quality: N/a
Color: The exterior of the crystal is burnt orange. The interior is a dull grey, resembling outwardly spreading smoke.
SPECIAL FEATURES
- Force Body
- Force Valor
- Inner Combustion (in response to darkside)
- Enhancement of saber power on magma based planets (Mustafar, Sullust, etc.)
- Lightsaber crystal capable of enhancing the fighting prowess of the wielder substantially [Force Body]
- Lightsaber crystal capable of emenating Force Valor to those around the wielder.
- Not only can it not be used by darksiders, but it will cause discomfort to lightsiders who are tempted to the darkside. If the wielder should be too eagerly tempted by the darkside, a built in chain reaction can cause the casing around the stone to erupt, destroying the components of the lightsaber and causing harm to the wielder (intensity is based on writer and not to exceed power required to maim or blow up a hand).
- Inherently unstable power boost on the planet type from which it originates (molten surface planets)
[+] Provides the wielder the ability to activate an ability similar to Force Body. In this circumstance, the wielder is capable of overcoming tremendous feats they were previously unable. This includes obstacles, both mentally and physically, at the cost of potential harm and decay. While this gives them the chance to live through what they normally would not, it can often come at a price.
[+] Provides the wielder and those within a short distance a boost in physical and mental ability, via Force Valor. This boost can include resolve, accuracy, dexterity, speed and strength. For those that benefit from this ability, they might notice that they move faster, strike with greater strength, and hit closer to target.
[+] Igneous rocks are inherently hard, giving them a resilience when being handled.
Weaknesses:
[-] This lightsaber crystals violently rejects the darkside. Not only can it not be used by a darksider, but should a lightsider activate this beam and fall to the temptation of the darkside, it has the potential to cause a chain reaction within the stone. The crystal's outer casing cracks, releasing stored gases, that will cause the crystal to explode and destroy the inner components of the lightsaber. The wielder can potentially receive damage from this explosion, not exceeding maiming or blowing up a hand.
[-] Sensitive to environments that contain molten surface. While typically the beam can be contained by proper calibration of the lightsaber, it cannot hold on planets such as Mustafar or Sullust. In such environments, the beam begins to lose cohoesion, giving it the appearance of smoldering magma. This causes it to drip molten core, causing concern for both the user and whomever the user is combating.
[-] Typically the saber requires no additional input of energy from the user (in respect to the force). However, upon activation of Force Valor or Force Body, the physical and spiritual self begins to erode beneath the constraints. This puts substantial physical and spiritual demands on the user, requiring the risk of self-sacrifice to use.
[-] Just like with typical application of Force Body, this ability causes the user to lose sense of weakness or harm. While that may be a benefit at the time, it causes the user to risk life and limb without understanding the potential consequences. This effect is more drastic in apprentices or knights who lack the foresight to appreciate this undertaking.
DESCRIPTION
By and large, Gabe has spent his time using Jal Shey for the benefit of healing and improving mental fortitude. Likely an artifact of the ease and parallel lines that can be drawn from personal growth and the lightside, he often doesn't venture out much beyond the basic imbuement that aligns with Ankarres. However, following his time away from the war and being quickly thrown back into the action, he decided that his passive approach to crafting is not always appropriate.
Beginning his process with first finding an appropriate crystal for this process, he turned to the home planet from which the Galactic Alliance first formed. Within the depths of Sullust, scattered through the land and within volcanic tunnels, Ignaceous rock formations (with the proper characteristics of metal and temperature), create spectacular orange crystals. Historically, these can often be used as is for lightsaber crystals, forming a beam that often exhibits lava like properties. However, it wasn't his intent to stop there.
Setting down in his workshop, he took time to recall the numerous battles he had waged on the frontlines for the Galactic Alliance. For the most part, these engagements often revolved around combating a particular foe. Time and time again, they waged war throughout the many different theatres. And as he recalled these fights, he recalled the potency of the inner spirit. That when properly motivated, the forced could be harnessed and pressed against the body, allowing action that was often beyond normal means. He recalled the way he depended on this power, which often felt more a desperate move than a tactical choice, when he combatted his nemesis on Taloraan. Realizing the importance of this, he instilled this benefit first and foremost into the crystal. But he did so with the desire to provide this power when choice is given, when sacrifice of self for the overall good is the prime motivation for fighting. As such, it lingers closely to the underlying tenants of the Jedi and lightside.
After fighting on Skor, he realized the value that could be had from boosting the energy and physical power of those around him. He noted this when struggling against one combatant while also fighting off the mental attacks of others, he was aided by an unknown ally through the use of Force Valor. Because of this, he chose to instill this power as a secondary component of the crystal. While the lightsaber is ignited, the user can apply this ability by simply desiring to aid their allies - though it comes at a slight detriment to mental acuity.
Both the usage of Force Valor and Force Body are likely to sap the energy of force users, particularly apprentices and knights who are unaccustomed to such expenditure. Even for Masters, these abilities are similar to a candle burning quickly and brightly. While the boost is substantial, the wear and tear on the user is apparent. Even more so with Force Body, where the inherent weaknesses of the body are no longer evident. While using this power, the wielder loses the ability to discern causality of risk, where as they put themselves in danger without thought towards harm. This, of course, can be overcome with a strong mind but even so, the draining effects are ever present.
Because of the nature of this crystal, being that it is formed in the hands of a lightside user who is incapable of using the darkside, the stone violently reacts to the utilization of the darkside. Trapped gases within the stone have been manipulated in a way to energetically react with the aura of those using the crystal. Should they fall too far to the darkside, the outer casing of the crystal will crack and the crystal will erupt. This will assuredly damage the hilt beyond repair and has the potential to cause serious damage to the users hand and limb. Prior to this, in the twilight between lightside and darkside, discomfort can be felt and will indicate path towards crystal destruction. This pain can come in the form of wrist, hand, or elbow aches in the primary wielding hand.
The blade takes on a very distinct appearance. The outer core resembles burnt orange while the inner core resembles a rotating and statuesque spread of smoke. Between the inner and outer core, flecks of ember appear to be suspended throughout. This is a consistent appearance that only changes when the blade is taken to molten type planets (including Sullust). When activated in such circumstance, the blade takes on the normal appearance of a lava based beam. Losing cohesion, the blade appears as lava and can splash about with proper force - providing a direct danger for the user who isn't expecting it. This is a temporary concern that corrects itself upon departure from the molten planet.
