Work In Progress Studying the Blade

[Braze]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To encode an in-character study of lightsaber construction in a holocron format. Covers crystals, lenses, emitters, and forging practices.
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• Canon: Lightsaber
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GENERAL INFORMATION

• Media Name: The Studies of the Blade
• Format: Holocron
• Distribution: Uncommon
• Length: Extensive
• Description: A comprehensive holocron containing the philosophies, methods, and lore of lightsaber construction. It explores crystal harmonization, focusing lenses, emitter arrays, and the deeper symbolic role of forging.

HOLOCRON GATEKEEPER
Upon activation, the holocron projects a soft violet-white hologram of Braze seated amid a lattice of rotating components — crystals, emitters, lenses — all orbiting in serene rhythm. His voice is calm, deliberate, instructional, yet infused with the warmth of curiosity.

"Every blade hums with a song.
To build one is not to craft a weapon, but to weave a harmony between matter, energy, and spirit."

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SOCIAL INFORMATION

• Author: Braze
• Publisher: Braze
• Reception: Considered niche but respected among saberwrights and artisans of the Forge.

FORMAT INFORMATION
Gatekeeper Parameters:
A holographic projection of Braze, encoded in layered violet tones and refracted light. Functions as a non-interactive lecturer and guide, presenting lessons in structured sequence.

Activation Conditions:
Requires attunement through the Force. Resonates most strongly when placed near a saber crystal or during the forging process.

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CONTENT INFORMATION

Introduction

The lightsaber is the weapon of a Jedi Knight. An elegant weapon, deserving of respect. It is not only a weapon, but the symbol of a Jedi's duty to defend the galaxy.

To a Jedi, the saber is his life. A part of him, a reflection of his spirit. To be parted from it is to be less than whole.

A lightsaber is more than crystal and plasma. It is more than the glow of its blade or the hum in the air. It is the sum of its parts, shaped by the soul of its maker. In the crystal's song, the lens's focus, the emitter's flow... there lies the echo of the Jedi who built it. No two blades are ever the same, for no two spirits are alike.

Never draw your blade in anger. Never draw it unless you are prepared to take a life and bear the weight such a choice demands. A Jedi's duty is to defend the innocent, to protect peace where it falters, and to act as a guardian of balance within the galaxy. You must safeguard the sanctity of life, preserve it where it wanes, and honor it even in your enemies. To raise your blade is to accept responsibility for all that follows. The ripples of every choice extend far beyond the strike itself.

Remember this: to ignite the blade is to accept its burden.

Inside this holocron lies my study of construction:
Crystals, lenses, emitters, and the harmonies that bind them.

To master the saber, one must first master its song.

Not all crystals sing with the same voice.
Not all lenses shape the same edge.
Not all emitters flow with the same current.

Yet together, they weave the rhythm of combat... and the soul of the wielder.​

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"The crystal is the heart of the blade. The heart is the crystal of the Jedi. The Jedi is the crystal of the Force. The Force is the blade of the heart. All are intertwined: the crystal, the blade, the Jedi. You are one." - Luminara Unduli​

There comes a time in every Jedi hopeful's life when they must undergo the Gathering. It is a sacred rite of passage that has shaped our Order for generations. To seek your kyber crystal is to stand before a mirror the Force holds before you. What you see there will not always be flattering, and what you endure may follow you for the rest of your path.

The Gathering has most often been held on Ilum, within vast cavern of ice, and seemingly endless stretches of tunnels, though in other ages it was conducted on worlds like Jedha and even that of Lothal. The task is simple in description: enter the caverns, listen to the Force, and retrieve the crystal that calls to you.

In truth, the test is never so simple. On Ilum the caves close with the sun's passage; time becomes your enemy as surely as the frigid cold. The air burns your lungs, and the walls shift in silence, allowing illusions to whisper at the edges of your mind. Listen well apprentice... The lesson here is about patience, trust, and the humility to fail if that is what the Force wills.

Know this: no two Gatherings are alike. The cavern speaks to each of us differently. To one it may reveal fear, to another, doubt. Some are made to confront loneliness. Others find themselves tested by pride. Always, the crystal is present, but it will not reveal itself to hands that grasp too tightly.

I tell you this because I have walked those caverns myself, more times than I care to admit.

I will not pretend I passed the Gathering with grace.

The first time I walked into the caves of Ilum, I thought the Force would bend simply because I believed it would. I had read the stories, heard the lessons, and thought I was ready. But the cold has a way of stripping you of such illusions of grandure.

At first it was only a shiver I had ignored. But hour by hour it seeped into my bones, until even drawing breath felt torturous. My thoughts dulled, and my focus drifted, and all I could hear was my own teeth chattering. I never even reached the chamber where the crystal waited. By the time the ice sealed the entrance behind me, I realized the truth: belief is nothing without preparation. The Force is not impressed by bravado.

The second time, I thought myself wiser. I came wrapped in lessons and determination. I lasted longer, and ventured deeper, and for a moment I even felt the faint pull of something ahead, the whisper of a crystal calling to me. But I was not alone in the caves that day.

A Gorgodon crossed my path, made from a mountain of fur and muscle with hunger in its eyes. Fear urged me to run, but pride told me I could outmaneuver it. I wasted hours darting through passages, doubling back, scrambling over ice ridges, always just ahead of its roar and slashing claws.

When finally I shook free of it, I found myself standing before and below the very crystal I had sought… and then I heard the crack of ice above. The exit was already closing. Time had outwitted me as surely as the beast had. I returned empty-handed, with my wounded pride heavier than any stone.

Twice I had entered the caverns, and twice I had been humbled. The first time, the cold taught me patience. The second, the Gorgodon taught me humility as arrogance lost me precious time. But both lessons came with empty palms.

It was not until my third attempt that I had succeeded. I remember the silence of the caves most of all as it was not the comforting silence of meditation, but an oppressive hush, that cloaked my every step with a heavy looming shroud. I walked deeper than ever before, cautious and careful… and still, the ground betrayed me. A sheet of ice broke beneath my feet, and I plummeted into the darkness below.

I landed hard, my arm torn open by jagged ice. The cold bit into my sound as it spilled across the cavern floor, and despair filled my heart. The silence warped into something cruel as visions of my fears were made flesh in the shadows that crept ever closer from the corners.

I broke beneath them, gasping, and flailing at the illusions as my fear consumed me, stripping me bare of pride and confidence alike. In those moments, apprentice, I was no Jedi. I was only a boy, terrified and alone.

I cried out in desperation for help, and the cavern answered with the same oppressive silence. An in that silence, I nearly gave up.

But another apprentice had followed me down. She tended my wounds, and quieted my panic with her soft words, refusing to let me vanish into the dark.

She had paused her own trial to help me. And in doing so, she saved more than my life; she saved my spirit. With her presence, the shadows receded, and I found the strength to stand again.

And then I heard it... a gentle hum, soft and melodic that I felt more in the heart than the ear. In that moment I understood: the crystal had never denied me. I had denied myself, blinded by pride, crippled by fear. Only when I accepted my weakness, when I allowed another to lift me, did the Force guide me true.

My saber's heart did not come to the boy who demanded it, nor to the youth who thought himself clever. It came to the one who could finally listen. The crystal was not calling to my pride or to my strength, but to the part of me that had been broken... and steadied by another's hand.

Even if you walk the cavern in solitude... the Force itself walks with you. That was the day my saber's heart came to rest in my palm.

"Remember this, apprentice: the cave is a mirror. It will show you your hunger, your fear, your arrogance, and your doubt. Do not chase the crystal for it does not flee. Do not demand it, it will not yield. Wait, listen, and let yourself be carried. The river's water wears down stone, as wind carves through ice, so too will patience open the path.

A saber's heart is not forged in fire, but found in silence.

— Braze​

Anatomy of a Lightsaber

THE ANATOMY OF A LIGHTSABER

Every hilt is unique, but the essential parts remain constant:
Core Components

Component	Function
Power Cell	A compact energy source, often stabilized with diatium cells, fueling the weapon
Focusing Lens / Crystal Focusing Assembly	Aligns the energy from the crystal, sharpening the blade into its precise form
Emitter Matrix / Blade Emitter Shroud	Directs and stabilizes the blade, protects the emitter, and ensures plasma flow is contained
Kyber Crystal (Primary Crystal)	The heart of the saber, resonating with the Force and giving the blade its color and connection to the wielder
Casing / Hilt	The external shell, crafted to fit the Jedi's hand, often reflecting personal artistry or cultural heritage

Essential Internal Parts

Component	Function
Crystal Chamber	Stores and stabilizes the kyber
Crystal Mount	Locks crystal in place
Energy Gate	Regulates current flow from power cell to crystal
Energy Modulation Circuits	Ensures energy flow is balanced across all components
Cycling Field Energizers	Keep the plasma loop stable and the blade's containment steady
Field Energizer	An auxiliary stabilizer that supports the cycling field energizers
Cyclic Crystal Array	Allows multiple crystals or dual-phase functionality for variable blade lengths
Flux Aperture	Fine-tunes plasma venting and output at the emitter
Blade Energy Channel	Conduit for plasma projection
Focusing Crystal Activator	Allows precise alignment and activation of crystals
Power Field Conductor	Shapes magnetic containment around the blade
Inert Power Insulator	Prevents overload
Power Vortex Ring	Stabilizes internal current
Control / Activator Switch (Activation Stud)	The on/off control mechanism, sometimes multiphase or dual mode

Optional / Customizable Parts

Component	Function
Blade Length Adjuster	Lets user shorten or extend blade
Blade Power Adjustment Knob	Precise control for tuning blade intensity
Magnetic Stabilizing Ring	Keeps blade coherent and prevents dispersion
Ring Tuning Flange	Calibrates energy resonance
Handgrip Attachment / Ridges	Provides ergonomic grip
Belt Ring or Clip	For carrying when not in use
Pommel Cap	Seals the hilt, often doubles as belt clip or resonance chamber
Cooling Vents / Side Vents	Example: Kylo Ren's crossguard exhaust stabilizers for cracked crystals
Radiator	Dissipates excess heat generated during prolonged use
Training Mode Setting	Reduced power for practice
Dual Phase Switch	Allows blade length or width change mid combat
Bifurcating Cyclical-Ignition Pulse	Waterproof modification for submerged use
Non-Dimetris Circuits | Dimetris Circuits	Circuitry variants that alter stability and resistance
Superconductor	Enhances energy flow efficiency between cell, crystal, and emitter
Specialized Mods	Hidden blades, biometric locks, crossguards, and other advanced features

Structural and Aesthetic Materials

Category	Examples
Metals	Haysian smelt, alloys, phrik, beskar (rare)
Organics	Brylark wood, bone, leather wrapping
Decoratives	Pastillion ore, black onk, gemstones, whale bone inlays
Design Philosophies	Duty and Resolve; Peace and Justice; Elemental Nature; Valor and Wisdom. Sith: Passion and Strength; Power and Control. Ancient: Protection and Defense

Critical Construction Notes

Note	Detail
Emitter Matrix Orientation	Must be properly aligned or the saber can backfire or explode
Cracked or Unstable Crystals	Require modifications such as vented crossguards
Species Customization	Grips or switches tailored to wielder's physiology

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Materials & Craftsmanship

Materials & Craftsmanship
Various Substances can we used in Lightsaber construction.

The materials chosen for a lightsaber hilt define durability, symbolism, and function.
Metals & Alloys: Provide strength and resilience. Rare alloys like Phrik, Songsteel, and Beskar resist lightsaber strikes, while common Durasteel ensures reliability. Prestige metals such as Electrum mark rank or heritage.
Crystals & Gems: Beyond the kyber crystal, decorative or secondary stones (e.g. Krayt pearls, Rainbow gems) add cultural or Force significance.
Organics: Woods, bone, and tusks personalize the weapon, often symbolizing harmony with nature or a Jedi's heritage.
Force-Enhanced Materials: Some hilts are bound with mystically imbued metals or crystals, letting the weapon channel the wielder's Force connection.

Choosing materials should be a blend of practicality and an expression of personal spirituality. The saber is an extension of the Jedi, reflecting their identity, culture, and bond with the Force.

Metals & Alloys - Metals | Alloys

Material	Importance
Electrum / Aurodium	Prestige metal, used for gold detailing (e.g. Jedi Council sabers). Symbol of authority and mastery. During the era of the Republic, the Jedi High Council often adorned their sabers with electrum detailing as a mark of mastery. Electrum embellishments may denoted Council rank. Among the Sith, electrum was also used symbolically, often to project wealth, power, or divine right. Though not stronger than other alloys, its true value lay in status, tradition, and legacy.
Cortosis	Famous for shorting out lightsabers; woven into hilts or guards for dueling and ambush tactics.
Beskar	Mandalorian iron, legendary resilience. Rare outside Mandalorian smiths; resists saber strikes.
Adamantite	"Metal of Legends," used in hilt cores and scabbards. Associated with indestructibility and mythic craftsmanship. Resists saber strikes.
Krysteel (Kyber-Iron)	Force-sensitive alloy; bonds with kyber, amplifying connection to the Force and enhancing saber resilience.
Durasteel	The galaxy's most common durable alloy. Used in armor, starship hulls, and saber hilts. Resists lightsabers to a degree but not impervious. Favored for practicality and availability.
Phrik	Rare, lightsaber-resistant alloy. Stronger than durasteel, yet lighter than beskar. Used in electrostaffs, Sith sabers, and rare Jedi weapons. Darth Sidious' apprentice sabers were made from phrik.
Songsteel	Elegant and lightweight, yet highly durable against lightsabers. Favored for refined dueling blades and ceremonial weapons where grace and resilience meet.
Stygian-triprismatic polymer	Advanced hardened duraplast variant. Lightsaber-resistant and capable of enhancing stealth fields and sound dampeners. Used in Shadow Stormtrooper armor and stealth-based Mandalorian gear.

Crystals, Gems & Pearls Gemstones

Material	Importance
Meditation Crystal	Enhances focus and clarity; often set into hilts as ornamental eyes or accents.

Organics & Natural Materials

Material	Importance
Jakobeast Tusk	Ivory-like material carved for smooth grips, culturally tied to hunters and warriors.
Veshok Wood / Greel Wood / Kriin-Wood / City-Tree-Wood	Durable Force-attuned woods, used in hilts or scabbards; symbolic of natural harmony with the Force.
Shimmersilk / Dramassian Shimmersilk / Vine-Silk	Rare fabrics, used for wrapping or ceremonial bindings; shimmer and shift in the light, often gifted to Jedi of high esteem.

Force-Enhanced Materials

Material	Importance
Force Weapon	Weapons enhanced to resonate with the Force, adapting to the wielder's connection.
Force-Imbued Blade	Mystically imbued; grants durability, energy channeling, and the ability to reflect the wielder's Force alignment (even color-shifting blades).

Saber Crystals

Saber Crystals
At the heart of every lightsaber lies a crystal, the conduit that focuses raw energy into a coherent plasma blade. The most iconic are Kyber crystals, naturally attuned to the Force and bonded to their wielder through ritual and meditation. This bond gives each saber its unique color, resonance, and connection.

Other rare crystals from Krayt dragon pearls to Rainbow gems , may add exotic properties, cultural prestige, or personal symbolism. Some enhance cutting power, others refine focus, and many reflect the philosophy or heritage of their wielder.

For Jedi, finding a saber crystal is a sacred rite called the "Gathering." For Sith, the process of bleeding or corrupting a crystal is equally defining. In both cases, the crystal is the soul of the weapon, and a mirror of its wielder's essence.

Kyber Crystal Effects Index

Effect / Ability	Crystals
Increased Cutting Power / Intensity	Mephite, Pontite, Ilum, Opila, Eralam, Sigil, Nak'tra, Nextor, Varpeline, Upari (refined), Ultima Pearl
Sharper Precision & Accuracy	Rubat, Eralam, Jenruax, Horn's Future, Kenobi's Legacy
Broader / Longer Blade	Damind
Thinner / Pulsating Blade	Compressed Energy Crystal (CEC), Corrosion, Impact, Incineration
Volatile / Unstable Blades	Phond, Nextor, Synthetic (unstable), Zophis, Nihil Smokestone
Corrosive / Acidic Energy	CEC Corrosion, Allya's Redemption
Burning / Fiery Blades	Barab Ingot, Phond, Sigil, Allya's Exile, Solaris, Pure Crystal of Fire, Lava Crystal
Cold / Frost Effects	Permafrost, Frostheart
Electrical Charge / Ionization	Firkrann, Luxum
Sonic Shock / Resonance	Dragite, Dragite Gem, Krayt Dragon Pearl
Stunning / Non-lethal	Bondar, Kimber Stone, Purified Kimber Stone
Force Amplification (general)	Kyber, Adegan family, Ilum, Kaiburr, Mantle of the Force, Qixoni, Heart of the Guardian
Healing & Restoration	Ankarres Sapphire, Healing Crystals of Fire, Thontiin, Sunrider's Destiny, Bnar's Sacrifice, Serenity's Touch, Frostheart, Heart of the Jedi
Meditation / Focus / Clarity	Kasha, Meditation Crystal, Baas' Wisdom, Ruusan Crystal, Serenity's Touch, Focus Crystal
Mental Defense / Empathy	Upari, Purified Upari, Lorrdian Gemstone, Lambent
Dark Side Amplification / Corruption	Lignan, Qixoni, Obsidian, Vexxtal, Katak, Nihil Smokestone, Zophis, Kun's Blood
Light Side Alignment / Purity	Solari, Tiger's Fang, Tiger's Heart, Heart of the Jedi, Sunrider's Destiny, Purified Solari, Jadefire, Solaris
Precognition / Awareness	Lorrdian Gemstone, Seeker, Focus, Ruusan
Stealth / Cloaking	Ghostfire, Phantom Ghostfire, Stygium, Purified Stygianfire
Drain / Energy Devouring	Katak, Life Drain, Entropite
Energy Absorption / Reflection	Winds of Change, Entropite
Radiant / Blinding Light	Durindfire, Solaris, Tiger's Fang, Rainbow Gem
Detection Utility	Thaissen, Seeker
Living / Sentient Crystals	Tsil, Rainbow Gem

Legendary Crystals

Name	Effect
Adegan crystal (Kathracite, Relacite, Danite, Mephite, Pontite)	A Force-attuned kyber crystal that bonds with a wielder, able to hold and amplify a small amount of their power. Commonly used in lightsaber construction; five known subtypes include mephite.
Kathracite​	A basic member of the Adegan family, commonly used by Jedi as a lightsaber focusing crystal for millennia. Considered the weakest of the Adegan types, producing blades with lower energy output but stable resonance.
Danite​	A mid-tier Adegan crystal. Channels energy less efficiently than mephite but more effectively than relacite, producing blades with moderate cutting power. Often used in Jedi training sabers for reduced lethality.
Relacite​	An Adegan crystal of low potency. Provides weaker energy channeling than danite or mephite, resulting in blades with reduced cutting power. Historically used in Jedi lightsabers despite its limited effectiveness.
Mephite​	A high-grade Adegan crystal valued for producing powerful, stable blades with strong cutting ability. More efficient at channeling energy than kathracite, relacite, or danite. Considered second only to pontite in strength.
Pontite​	The rarest and most powerful Adegan crystal. Produces exceptionally strong, stable blades with the highest cutting and energy channeling capacity of its family. Highly prized among Jedi for its potency.
Ilum crystal	A high-quality kyber crystal found in the caves of Ilum. Comparable to mephite and pontite in strength, it produces strong, stable blades ideal for Jedi. Traditionally acquired during the Padawan rite known as The Gathering.
Kyber crystal	The core focusing element of every lightsaber, attuned through the Force to produce the blade. Different crystals or substitutes (gems, pearls, stones, even remains or machinery) create unique colors and effects, ranging from enhanced Force abilities to specialized blade properties. Natural crystals provided the most stable blades, while Sith often forged synthetic red crystals that yielded more powerful and sometimes unstable effects.
Bondar	Converts saber energy into a stunning discharge rather than a lethal cut. Strikes can briefly stun or incapacitate an opponent, making it a favored choice for training sabers during the Old Republic era.
Damind	Produces a wider, longer blade than standard, improving deflection against blaster fire. Originates from the planet Daminia; mineral form known as damindium.
Dantari crystal	Kyber crystals native to Dantooine, often discovered in kinrath egg chambers. Valued by Jedi for lightsaber construction; strongly Force-attuned and resonant, they enhance the wielder's connection to the Force while in use.
Dragite crystal	Generates a blade that resonates loudly on impact, delivering minor sonic damage in addition to the normal strike. Found in the D'olop Mountain Range on M'haeli, valued both as a power source and for saber use.
Dragite gem	Fragile kyber crystal from M'haeli that produces a loud hum when set in a lightsaber. On impact, the blade resonates with sonic force, releasing shockwaves that disorient or cause minor sonic damage in addition to the strike.
Durindfire	Precious crystal from Tatooine that alters a lightsaber's blade to shine with a distinctive silver glow. Traditionally carried by the Halcyon/Horn Jedi lineage. Also used by Jawas for protective lenses against harsh desert sunlight.
Eralam	Rare crystal once mined on Erai's third moon. Produces a clear, refined, and superior lightsaber beam with heightened precision and cutting performance. Mineral form known as eraladium.
Firkrann	Dense crystal from Rafa V that imbues a lightsaber blade with an electrical charge, making it especially effective against droids. Historically favored by some Sith Lords.
Jenruax	A refined form of Opila, purified of impurities. Produces a blade with enhanced agility, making it highly effective for deflecting blaster fire and improving saber control.
Kasha	Traditional Cerean meditation crystal engraved with focusing patterns. When set in a lightsaber, it clears the wielder's mind of distractions, improving focus and mental clarity even in combat.
Opila	Crystal mined from the Fyrth system asteroid field. Generates an intense, high-energy blade capable of cutting through most materials with speed and efficiency.
Phond	A rare industrial byproduct that produces a fiercely burning blue-white blade, noted for its volatile and fiery energy output.
Rubat	Crystal from Phemis that sharpens the clarity and definition of a lightsaber blade, making it easier for the wielder to track and land precise strikes. Enhances speed of attack and accuracy in combat.
Sigil crystal	Rare and costly crystal from the Sigil system. Produces an exceptionally potent blade with a searing effect, increasing the damage dealt by strikes. Known to have been wielded by both Jedi and Sith, including Marka Ragnos.
Upari	Brittle but versatile crystal found near forest worlds. Its properties can be shaped by skilled Jedi, producing a variety of effects. When cut or refined, especially by Wookiee artisans, its power increases significantly.

Exotic / Rare / Visual Crystals

Name	Effect
Barab ingot	Rare kyber crystal from Barab I, found within Barab ore on the planet's irradiated surface. Naturally hot to the touch and faintly radioactive, it produces a fiery blade that burns with such intensity it can set struck targets aflame.
Blackwing Crystal	Formed through exposure to the Sith-engineered Blackwing virus. When set in a lightsaber, it produces a dark, ash-like blade. These corrupted crystals were discovered on Dathomir during a Blackwing outbreak tied to undead creatures.
Bravis Sith Crystal	Sith-forged crystal that generates a crimson blade with a sparkling appearance. Primarily used in Bravis Sith lightsabers, giving their weapons a distinct visual signature.
Crimson Prowler Crystal	Produces a blade with a distinct sparkling aura, identical in effect to the Bravis Sith Crystal but distributed under a different name.
Compressed energy crystal (CEC)	CEC (base): keep the thinner/pulsating blade description. Corrosion: replace with "A red CEC variant with pulsating thin blade; sometimes described as corrosive, but more often simply perceived as cutting with unusual effectiveness."
Corrosion	A compressed energy crystal variant that creates a corrosive blade; contact with an opponent causes their body or equipment to corrode and deteriorate.
Corusca gem	Creates an exceptionally durable and razor-keen blade, capable of slicing through transparisteel and other dense materials with ease. The gem's immense hardness makes it one of the most powerful and destructive crystals when used in a lightsaber, though it is vulnerable at rare shatterpoints that can cause the entire gem to collapse if struck precisely.
Dahgee crystal	Produces a lightsaber blade with a distinct zigzagging energy pattern, giving it a chaotic and intimidating edge in combat. The distorted blade makes parries less predictable, while the dark silver core reinforces striking power.

(Other)

Name	Effect
Focus	Strengthens a wielder's connection to the Force, especially during the exertion of Force powers. Commonly aids in clarity, meditation, and attunement, allowing for steadier control of both lightsaber combat and Force techniques.
Ghostfire crystal	Produces a nearly invisible, dim blade that generates little to no sound. The blade leaves behind ghostly afterimages as it moves, disguising its true position and disorienting opponents. Silent, illusory, and difficult to detect, the ghostfire crystal was highly prized both for stealth and psychological advantage in combat.
Gungan crystal	A novelty crystal tied to the Ultimate FX Gungan Lightsaber, primarily appearing in Clone Wars Adventures. Its unusual effect was more aesthetic than practical, making it a collectible oddity rather than a combat staple.
Healing crystal	Varies. Enhances Force healing, accelerating recovery and aiding treatment of injuries.
Hurrikaine	Produces a violet blade exceptionally good at penetrating defenses, especially energy shields. Highly resilient and valued for its ability to bypass barriers.
Katak	Varies. Lightsabers powered by this crystal drain the life force of those nearby, weakening them over time. Prolonged exposure can prove fatal, and strikes siphon portions of an opponent's vitality to the wielder.
Kimber stone	Varies. Produces a non-lethal lightsaber blade, originally considered unsuitable for combat.
Krayt dragon pearl	Colors vary (blue, green, red, white, black). Produces a lightsaber blade of intense power, highly destructive, and marked by a distinctive howling resonance.
Lambent	Emits a pale golden light, brightness adjustable by thought. In a lightsaber, it resonates differently than kyber—providing a faint empathic link to the Yuuzhan Vong, allowing Jedi to sense or presense them where the Force failed.
Lava crystal	Produces a heavy, molten-looking blade resembling flowing lava. The blade radiates intense heat, with sparks, flames, and even bits of molten energy splashing or dripping from it.
Life Drain	Emits a green blade infused with parasitic energy. Each strike siphons vitality from opponents, restoring the wielder's own strength.
Lignan	Color varies. Produces a blade that burns hotter and lasts longer than standard lightsabers, allowing it to cut through materials more quickly. The crystal also amplifies the wielder's connection to the dark side, enhancing their Force power.
Lorrdian gemstone	No fixed color. Lightsabers attuned with these gems grant the wielder heightened perception of an opponent's movements, allowing them to anticipate strikes and blaster fire. This manifests as a natural combat precognition, sharpening defenses and reaction speed.
Luxum	Typically a pale green crystal, though color could vary slightly. Lightsabers built with Luxum emitted blades carrying a subtle ionizing effect, making them especially effective against droids and mechanical constructs.
Marilite	While not a true kyber, marilite could serve as a substitute energy source in weapon components, including blasters and even lightsabers in some cases. Crystals fashioned from marilite lacked the resonance of kyber but were still capable of channeling energy, making them a practical—if inelegant—option for low-tier lightsabers, artifice crafting, and augmentations.
Meditation crystal	A crystal from Tython that produced a steady, luminous blade (color varied, often blue) while deepening the wielder's connection to the Force. When set in a lightsaber, it helped the user maintain focus, conserving stamina and restoring energy during combat by reinforcing meditative balance with every strike.
Nak'tra crystal	A rare crystal from the Myyydril Caverns of Kashyyyk, often dark-hued, that produced a potent, deadly blade. Highly valued for its combat strength, it enhanced lightsabers with sharper cutting power and was considered a prized weapon material, its very name meaning "deadly" in the Myyydril tongue.
Nextor	A crystal mined from the mountains of M'haeli, typically variable in color, that produced a volatile yet powerful blade. Lightsabers fitted with Nextor crystals generated unstable energy, amplifying cutting strength but making the weapon unpredictable.
Nihil Smokestone	A smoky-gray mineral used by the Sorcerers of Rhand, it radiated a mental resonance that acted as both transmitter and receiver, enabling its wielder to project commands and seize control of nearby minds, turning victims into obedient Pawns.
Nishalorite	Dark-gray to blue-black in hue, Nishalorite stones resonated with planetary magnetism. When set into a lightsaber, they produced a dense, weighty blade that intensified whenever it aligned toward magnetic north, giving the weapon an almost compass-like pull of power. Valued at 12,500 credits, they were prized by seekers who discovered them on worlds with strong magnetic fields.
Obsidian	Produces a red blade when installed in a lightsaber, carrying properties similar to corrupted kyber; blade manifests with a sharp, violent presence tied to dark side energy.
Permafrost crystal	Imbues the lightsaber with a cold, frost-like energy; blades cut with chilling intensity and are uniquely attuned only to the Force-user who tunes them.
Qixoni	Greatly amplifies a lightsaber's power and enhances the wielder's Force abilities. Formed in supernova remnants, the crystal's resonance is volatile and most often aligned with the dark side.
Rainbow gem	Produces a shimmering, prismatic blade that resonates with life energy. Rare silicon-based lifeforms from Gallinore, rainbow gems glow with their own inner light and can be used as lightsaber crystals. Their living nature lends a heightened vitality and unique brilliance to the blade.
Rhyolite	A simple crystal often used in the construction process of lightsabers. Functional but lacking unique resonant properties or special effects.
Rol Stone	Produces a brilliant crimson blade with heightened luster. Extremely rare and valuable, Rol Stones were prized both as gemstones for fine jewelry and as lightsaber crystals, channeling intense power into a saber's blade.
Ruusan crystal	Does not alter blade performance but aids the wielder in focusing the Force. Highly valued for beauty and often used as currency in the Core Worlds; their use was lost after the Ruusan Reformation.
Sapith	Produces an intense yet highly stable blade, easier to control than most others.
Seeker crystal	Forms a pink blade that attunes to the wielder through the Force, allowing them to sense nearby beings and detect hidden dangers.
Sorian crystal	Produces a blade that releases a surge of power on contact, its fiery shimmer distracting opponents and destabilizing their guard, granting the wielder opportunities for sudden counterstrikes.
Stygium	Best known for its cloaking properties; when forged into a lightsaber, the crystal augments stealth, shrouding the wielder and enhancing their ability to remain unseen through the Force.
Synthetic lightsaber crystal	Artificially forged crystals that generate more powerful but less stable blades; often stronger than natural crystals, with potential to overload and "break" an opponent's saber. Variants include compressed (thin, precise blade) and unstable (crackling, sparking, highly damaging but unreliable).
Tainted Nightsister Crystal	Soaked in Dathomir's ichor, these corrupted kyber crystals emit a blade wreathed in choking, putrid green smoke, its Force connection twisted by Nightsister magic.
Thaissen crystal	Naturally glows faintly in the presence of Force-sensitives, serving as a detector for Jedi or Sith. Illumination is only visible in darkness.
Thontiin crystal	Strong healing resonance — aids Jedi healers in easing patient pain. When set in a saber, it allows the wielder to endure and fight through debilitating pain, channeling restorative energy even in combat.
Tsil	Sentient crystals capable of reflecting and amplifying light and life energy, dramatically heightening Force sensitivity nearby. On Nam Chorios, even slight Force use triggered devastating Force storms. They communicated telepathically through images, and their light-amplifying ability could render drochs harmless.
Ultima-Pearl	Produces a refined, powerful blade when installed in a lightsaber, though it requires exceptional skill to align properly. Known for its purity and resilience, Jedi healer Cilghal famously wielded a saber powered by an Ultima Pearl.
Varpeline	Produces a blade with an intense cutting edge and a sharp, distinctive sound on impact. Its density allows it to slice through some of the toughest materials more efficiently than standard lightsaber blades.
Velmorite	Produces a fine, thin yellow blade ideal for graceful, fluid, and elegant combat styles. Commonly associated with high-quality Velmorite energy swords.
Vexxtal	Commonly attuned to the dark side; blades forged with this crystal leave a corrupting aura on those they wound, inflicting lingering spiritual and physical taint.
Viridian crystal	Produces a lightsaber blade with a rare shimmering hue, associated with balance and calm precision in combat.
Zophis crystal	Creates an unstable, devastating blade capable of cutting through heavy durasteel plating with destructive resonance.

(Named Legendary )

Name	Effect
Allya's Exile	Produces an intensely hot scarlet blade that inflicts severe burning afflictions, generating extreme heat far surpassing the properties of a Sigil crystal.
Allya's Redemption	Light green with yellow core — produces acidic, venomous energy; strikes inflict a corrosive poisoning effect.
Baas' Wisdom	Blue — enhances meditation, clarity, and defensive Force use.
Bane's Heart	Deep crimson with violet sheen — strengthens offensive power and aggressive swings.
Bnar's Sacrifice	Emerald green — enhances defense and healing abilities; resonates with sacrifice and protection.
Bondara's Folly	Yellow — improves agility and speed, allowing rapid strikes.
Cunning of Tyranus	Blood-red — enhances precision, finesse, and deception in combat.
Etaan crystal	Amber-orange — channels desperation into ferocity; blade resonates with grief and rage.
Horn's Future	Green — diminishes energy output but grants precision and control, suiting a defensive style.
Kenobi's Legacy	Blue — strengthens defensive stances and counters; blade feels unyielding.
Kun's Blood	Crimson shot with black — enhances raw power, draining stability for raw destructive force.
Meetra Surik Crystal	Pale cyan — grows stronger through bonds, amplifying the strength of allies nearby.
Prowess of Plo Koon	Yellow-orange — enhances control of Force powers, especially elemental energy like lightning or telekinetics.
Sunrider's Destiny	Bright green — augments Force healing and light-side alignment, reinforcing morale.
Ulic's Redemption	Blue-green — grants resilience against corruption and boosts redemption-driven strength.
Windu's Guile	Amethyst purple — intensifies bladework precision and aggressiveness, embodying Vaapad.

Crystals of Lore

Name	Effect
Ankarres Sapphire	Brilliant blue — radiates soothing energy that accelerates natural healing and can purify darkness.
Healing Crystals of Fire	Fiery orange-red — mends wounds and restores vitality, while imbuing the bearer with renewed vigor in battle.
Heart of the Guardian	Shifting fiery red and orange — amplifies Force powers, both light and dark; destabilizes traditional alignments.
Kaiburr crystal	Red (though non-blade aligned) — massively amplifies the wielder's connection to the Force near its origin world, Ruusan.
Mantle of the Force	Shifting cyan-teal — dramatically augments Force affinity and expands a Jedi's or Sith's perception of the Force.
Shard of the Serpent	Deep green, streaked with black — sharpens instinct, cunning, and manipulation; tempts the wielder toward serpentine guile.
Solaris	Brilliant gold — radiates dazzling light; blade can unleash blinding bursts to stagger or disorient foes.

Chaos Crystals

Name	Effect	Market
Entropite Crystal	Non-lethal "glacial void" blade that devours energy; induces lethargy; drains/disables droids & shields; can be paired with lethal mode.	OM
Amplification Kyber Crystal	Enhancer crystal that synergizes with a companion crystal to boost output/potency; requires precise calibration; may backfire with bad combos.	CM
Serenity's Touch Kyber Crystal	Emotional resonance: calms/soothes; empathic healing support; strengthens Force connection esp. empathy/healing.	CM
Phantom Ghostfire Kyber Crystal	Dim/translucent blade with illusory afterimages; nearly no light/sound; stealth flavor; (no "phase" ability per approval).	OM
Frostheart Kyber Crystal	Emits soothing cold "beam"; assists healing & recovery themes (non-violent focus).	OM
Tiger's Fang	Light-aspected; can harm dark creatures/weakens darksiders nearby; can flash-blind; "white-hot" blade character.	OM
Winds of Change	Boosts air-based Force powers; absorbs Force Lightning & re-emits as Electric Judgment (or vice versa if bled); enhances speed.	OM

Crystal Attunement, Purification, & Corruption

On the Attunement of a Kyber Crystal

A kyber crystal is no lifeless gem. It is alive in the Force, and it will not serve one who seeks only to wield it as a tool. To attune to a crystal is to open yourself utterly to the currents of the Living Force, so that crystal and wielder may become as one.

The process is as follows:

The initiate journeys to a sacred site where kyber crystals grow: Ilum, Jedha, or another world where the Force runs strong. Here, the crystal waits for the most open spirit. Many will see crystals glimmer and call out to them in the Force. The right crystal chooses the one it will bond with.

When you first touch the crystal, you do not seize it. You listen. Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and let the currents of the Force flow between you and it. You may feel warmth, hear a tone, or glimpse visions. Each crystal speaks differently, for each carries its own resonance.

In seclusion, the initiate spends hours, sometimes days, meditating with the crystal. One projects thoughts of purpose, discipline, and identity into the gem, and in return, the crystal opens itself. Slowly, the bond forms. The kyber aligns with your spirit, and your spirit with it. It is in this act that the blade's color is set for a Kyber.

For Jedi, the bond is gentle. They seek harmony, balance, and unity with the Force. The crystal responds in kind, producing blades of blue, green, or other hues born of clarity. For the Sith, the ritual is a perversion called bleeding. They pour rage, pain, and dominance into the crystal until it screams and cracks, bending its will to theirs. Thus, its natural light is choked into red flame.

Once the bond is strong, the crystal is set into the focusing chamber of the hilt. It must be done with patience, for misalignment may cause the blade to short, or stutter. When the emitter ignites for the first time, the crystal and wielder breathe as one, bound in symbiosis.

Attunement is not a single act, but a lifelong relationship. The crystal grows with you, resonating with your triumphs, your struggles, even your doubts. In time, it may change hue or intensity as your connection to the Force evolves. Some masters report their blades "sing" in harmony with their meditations, a sign that crystal and wielder have become truly inseparable.

Thus, a lightsaber is not merely constructed. It is born of a union between living crystal and living soul. Treat the crystal as a servant, and it will betray you. Treat it as a partner, and it will illuminate your path.

On Purification and Corruptions

The kyber crystal is alive in the Force, and like all living things, it may be nurtured or it may be wounded. In the hands of the Jedi, crystals are brought into harmony, singing with the wielder's spirit. Yet in the hands of the Sith, these same crystals may be bent, choked, and broken until their light is strangled into crimson.

Bleeding: The Way of Corruption

To "bleed" a crystal is to smother it beneath one's rage and hatred. A Sith takes a natural kyber and pours into it their pain, their fury, their will to dominate. The crystal, attuned to harmony, resists. It screams in the Force, sometimes shattering beneath the weight of corruption.

In this torment, the crystal's natural light is extinguished. Its bond is broken, and in place of resonance comes only obedience. The blade ignites red, a wound made manifest.

The Sith view this as victory: proof that even the living Force may be enslaved to their dominance. Yet it is a hollow victory, for such a blade reflects not unity, but suffering.

Purification: The Way of Healing

A corrupted crystal may yet be healed. Through deep meditation and surrender, a Jedi may take a bleeding kyber into themselves, not to dominate it, but to listen.

The Jedi reaches into the heart of the crystal's pain, offering compassion, patience, and serenity. Slowly, the corruption is drawn out, the darkness undone.

When the wound is healed, the crystal shines again. Yet it no longer returns to its original state...rather, it becomes something new: a white crystal, purified of past alignment, a symbol of renewal.

The white blade stands as testament to resilience. It is the song of survival after suffering, clarity after corruption. Those who wield such blades are often seen as guardians, healers, or seekers.

Thus the truth is revealed: a kyber crystal is a mirror to the soul. In corruption, it reveals the wielder's wounds. In purification, it reveals the wielder's capacity for compassion. In both, the bond between living being and living Force is laid bare.

Saber Focusing Lenses

Preface on Saber Focusing Lenses

A lightsaber's focusing lens is the final voice of the crystal. It takes the raw resonance of the kyber and gives it shape, edge, and stability. The wrong lens makes a saber unreliable; the right one defines the weapon's style as surely as the hand that wields it.

At the most basic level, a lens bends energy the way glass bends light. In mundane optics this is called refraction. As light slows while passing through denser material, it bends. That bending is what lets a lens focus, spread, or redirect a beam.

Convex Lenses: Converge energy to a point, producing a sharper and more intense blade.
Concave Lenses: Spread energy outward, softening or widening its profile.
Composite Lenses: Combine multiple elements to cancel out flaws and balance properties.

Artisans layer lenses to correct distortions or sharpen focus. In sabercraft this principle holds true. No single lens offers perfection in stability, precision, and destructive power. By combining two or three, an artisan can balance trade-offs, correct weaknesses, and amplify strengths. But there are limits.

In practice, two to three lenses is the maximum. Anything more creates instability and fuzziness. The energy field grows erratic, turning a weapon of discipline into a hazard.

Remember:

• The crystal is the heart, resonating with the wielder's intent.
• The lens is the voice, shaping how that intent becomes a blade.

Do not confuse possibility with wisdom. Just because you can force four lenses together does not mean you should.


Poor (–1)
Standard (0)
Strong (+1)
Excellent (+2)

The plain focusing lens is the unsung hero. It sharpens, defines, and makes the blade a true tool rather than a wild torch. Every saber should have one, though few ever give it thought.

Single Lenses

Adegan Lens
Material: Adegan crystal (Legends)
Description: The most common kyber family; produces a stable, Force-attuned focus. Balanced and reliable, with no strong extremes.
Effect: "Caused the lightsaber to be much more powerful."
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 4
Notes: "Adegan is the craftsman's baseline. Reliable, predictable, and without surprises. It will not win duels by itself, but it will never betray you either. Best suited for learners, or as the foundation for more daring combinations."

• Best For: Balanced, all-around combat; training and adaptability
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Shii-Cho (Form I), Niman (Form VI)

Pontite Lens
Material: Pontite crystal (Legends)
Description: Rare ice-blue crystal that calms emotions and steadies focus. Enhances discipline and precision.
Effect: "Channels calming effects into the blade's control."
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 4
Notes: "Pontite tempers fire with ice. It will not burn hottest, but it cuts truest when the wielder is calm. Perfect for measured duelists and those who need their blade to follow intent rather than impulse."

• Best For: Long defensive duels and calm precision
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Soresu (Form III), Niman (Form VI)

Beam Gem Lens
Material: Beam Gem
Description: Refracts energy into a tighter point, increasing penetration and thrusting precision at the cost of beam width.
Effect: "Concentrates blade to a pinpoint for accuracy."
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability +1, Volatility 0, Precision +2, Deflection 0, Overall 3
Notes: "Beam Gems are for puncture. A duelist's thrust, an assassin's strike, narrow, sharp, merciless. But don't expect wide coverage; it's a spear, not a shield."

• Best For: Precision thrusts and piercing strikes
• Skill: Knight → Expert
• Style: Makashi (Form II)

Synthesized Byrothsis Lens
Material: Byrothsis
Description: Artificially boosts plasma density for raw cutting power; reduces finesse and deflection reliability.
Effect: "Boosts blade output, reduces deflection finesse."
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability 0, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection -1, Overall 1
Notes: "Synth Byrothsis is the artificer's gamble. Power beyond measure, but unstable. A saber with this lens demands to be swung, not guided. Use it only if you accept that every fight ends fast one way or another."

• Best For: Pushing blade output to absolute maximum at the expense of defensive finesse
• Skill: Knight → Master (unsafe for initiates)
• Style: Djem So (Form V), Juyo (Form VII), or any aggressive style where overwhelming offense matters more than defense

Crysallite Lens
Material: Crysallite
Description: Shapes plasma with clarity and uniformity, producing a clean, stable cutting edge.
Effect: "Ensures clear, consistent beam shaping."
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability +1, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 2
Notes: "Crysallite is refinement itself. The cut is smooth, the edge flawless. It lacks drama, but the artisan's eye will recognize its elegance. Ideal for those who value a saber that always behaves."

• Best For: Consistent cutting and reliable beam stability
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Works across all forms; training-friendly

Dragite Lens
Material: Dragite crystal
Description: Enhances blade energy and impact, increasing destructive strength.
Effect: "Increases blade energy and impact strength."
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability 0, Volatility +1, Precision 0, Deflection 0, Overall 3
Notes: "If the Dragite crystal is thunder, the Dragite lens is the strike of lightning. Raw power, brutal in effect, but demanding of a steady hand. The line between mastery and recklessness is thin."

• Best For: Breaking defenses and heavy strikes
• Skill: Knight+
• Style: Djem So / Shien (Form V)

Kunda Stone
Material: Kunda
Description: Alters plasma containment to slightly widen the blade profile, improving deflection coverage against blasters.
Effect: "Widens blade for improved deflection coverage."
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability 0, Volatility 0, Precision 0, Deflection +1, Overall 1
Notes: "Kunda teaches patience. It is broader, slower, and better at shielding. You won't score the fastest kills, but in a storm of blasterfire, it will guard your life. A defender's stone."

• Best For: Blaster deflection and shield-style defense
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Soresu (Form III), Shii-Cho (Form I)

Ossus Dueling Lens
Material: Ossus crystal stock
Description: Narrows blade focus for controlled, precise point strikes in dueling.
Effect: "Refines point control for precision dueling."
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability +1, Volatility 0, Precision +2, Deflection +1, Overall 4
Notes: "Ossus lenses reward discipline. Every touch becomes exact, every strike more deliberate. They demand training, but in a duel of equals, they turn precision into victory."

• Best For: Blade-to-blade contests and dueling mastery
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Ataru (Form IV)

Vibration Lens
Material: Vibration crystal
Description: Adds unstable oscillations to the beam, destabilizing targets and increasing armor penetration.
Effect: "Adds unstable oscillations for destructive strikes."
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability -1, Volatility +2, Precision 0, Deflection 0, Overall 3
Notes: "Vibration is violence. It makes the blade tear instead of slice, shredding armor, chewing at defenses. But every tremor you give your enemy, you also give yourself. Control or ruin."

• Best For: Breaching armor, breaking bulkheads, anti-saber combat
• Skill: Master only
• Style: Juyo (Form VII), pure offensive forms

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Dual Composites

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Adegan Kunda
Adegan + Kunda
Materials: Adegan crystal + Kunda stone
Description: Creates a steady, balanced saber with a broader blade that excels in defense without losing offensive reliability.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection +1, Overall 5
Notes: "The shield that bites. Stable as bedrock, but the widened blade makes this one a duelist's wall. Strong in defense, reliable in offense, but don't expect surgical precision."

• Best For: Defensive duelists, reliable balance
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Shii-Cho (Form I), Soresu (Form III)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Kunda Pontite
Adegan + Dragite
Materials: Adegan crystal + Dragite crystal
Description: Retains Adegan's stability while delivering harder-hitting strikes with Dragite's concussive sonic edge.
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability +2, Volatility +1, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 7
Notes: "Balance tempered with weight. The Adegan steadies the hand while the Dragite hammers home. Excellent for breaking guards, but the song is always loud."

• Best For: Heavy hitters who still want stability
• Skill: Knight+
• Style: Djem So (Form V), Niman (Form VI)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Kunda Pontite
Kunda + Pontite
Materials: Kunda stone + Pontite crystal
Description: Defensive-focused saber with exceptional blaster deflection and calm, controlled precision in melee.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +1, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection +2, Overall 5
Notes: "A guardian's pairing. Calm precision with a blade wide enough to catch blasterfire. It will not overwhelm, but it will outlast. Patience is its edge."
[*]Best For: Patient defenders, guardians
[*]Skill: Beginner → Knight
[*]Style: Soresu (Form III), Niman (Form VI)
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FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Pontite - Ossus Dueling Lens
Pontite + Ossus
Materials: Pontite crystal + Ossus dueling lens
Description: Produces an exceptionally precise dueling weapon that enhances the user's control in formal or measured combat.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility 0, Precision +2, Deflection +3, Overall 8
Notes: "The duelist's friend. Calm clarity in the hand, needlepoint precision in the clash. It does not forgive sloppy form; this is for measured strikes only."

• Best For: Precision duelists
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Ataru (Form IV)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Beam Gem Pontite
Beam Gem + Pontite
Materials: Beam Gem lens + Pontite crystal
Description: Creates a highly accurate, penetrating blade guided by the wielder's enhanced calm and focus.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility 0, Precision +2, Deflection +2, Overall 7
Notes: "A piercing calm. The beam is tight, the wielder steady. Use it when accuracy matters more than power, the killing thrust, not the sweeping cut."

• Best For: Calm, precise strikes
• Skill: Knight+
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Niman (Form VI)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Adegan-Dragite
Dragite + Vibration
Materials: Dragite crystal + Vibration lens
Description: Extreme anti-armor performance combining Dragite's concussive resonance with destabilizing oscillations; weak at deflecting blaster fire.
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability -1, Volatility +2, Precision 0, Deflection 0, Overall 6
Notes: "For armor, not for finesse. The resonance tears, the oscillations shred. It will crack plates and bulkheads, but don't try to play at blaster deflection, it'll fail you there."

• Best For: Anti-armor breachers
• Skill: Master only
• Style: Juyo (Form VII), Djem So (Form V)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Kunda Vibration
Kunda + Vibration
Materials: Kunda stone + Vibration lens
Description: Hybrid defense-offense setup that deflects well while retaining armor-piercing power at close range.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability 0, Volatility +2, Precision 0, Deflection +1, Overall 4
Notes: "An odd blade. Wider for defense, but carrying bite at close range. Effective if you fight up close and personal — but lacks grace at a distance."

• Best For: Close-range hybrid fighters
• Skill: Knight+
• Style: Shii-Cho (Form I), Soresu (Form III), aggressive improvisation

FFS – Refined Compound Lens – Pontite Vibration
Pontite + Vibration
Materials: Pontite crystal + Vibration lens
Description: Merges calm precision with destabilizing strikes, effective against armored melee opponents.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +2, Volatility +2, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 7
Notes: "Precision with teeth. The calm point of Pontite, sharpened by destabilization. A duelist's nightmare if you know how to use it, though not forgiving to the untrained."

• Best For: Duelists who mix precision with armor-shredding
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Juyo (Form VII)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Crysallite Dragite
Crysallite + Dragite
Materials: Crysallite lens + Dragite crystal
Description: Produces a blade of exceptional clarity and cutting stability while delivering concussive, high-power strikes.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +1, Volatility +1, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 5
Notes: "A heavy cut, cleanly delivered. The Dragite makes it hit like a hammer, the Crysallite keeps the edge straight. Solid, reliable, but it won't dance."

• Best For: Consistent heavy strikes
• Skill: Knight+
• Style: Djem So (Form V), Shii-Cho (Form I)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens – Beam Gem Kunda Stone
Beam Gem + Kunda
Materials: Beam Gem lens + Kunda stone
Description: Quick, precise thrusting capability with improved defensive coverage for rapid counterattacks.
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability +1, Volatility 0, Precision +1, Deflection +2, Overall 4
Notes: "The thrusting shield. Quick to pierce, broad enough to deflect. A fencer's choice for counterplay, though weaker in raw power."

• Best For: Counter-fencers and defensive duelists
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Soresu (Form III)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Synthesized Byrothsis lens | Vibration lens
Synth. Byrothsis + Vibration
Materials: Synthesized Byrothsis lens + Vibration lens
Description: Maximum offensive output through dense plasma and destabilizing vibrations; extremely poor at blaster deflection.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability 0, Volatility +2, Precision +1, Deflection -1, Overall 4
Notes: "The reckless edge. Maximum destruction, but no subtlety, no safety. To wield this pairing is to wager your life on the first swing."

• Best For: Reckless destroyers
• Skill: Master only
• Style: Juyo (Form VII), Djem So (Form V)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Dragite crystal | Synthesized Byrothsis lens
Dragite + Synth. Byrothsis
Materials: Dragite crystal + Synthesized Byrothsis lens
Description: Combines raw cutting strength with concussive resonance for relentless assault; drains power and weakens defensive capability.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability 0, Volatility +1, Precision +1, Deflection -1, Overall 4
Notes: "The relentless cut. Power upon power, Dragite's echo married to Byrothsis' density. It drains focus and burns energy, but few defenses can stand against it."

• Best For: Relentless attackers
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Djem So (Form V), Juyo (Form VII)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Beam Gem lens | Vibration lens
Beam Gem + Vibration
Materials: Beam Gem lens + Vibration lens
Description: Devastating pinpoint strikes with destabilizing force, but difficult to control and unstable under heavy use.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability -1, Volatility +2, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 6
Notes: "The assassin's point. Needle sharp and violently unstable. One mistake and it turns on you. Handle with utmost discipline, or don't handle it at all."

• Best For: Assassins and pinpoint killers
• Skill: Master only
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Juyo (Form VII)

FFS - Refined Compound Lens - Crysallite lens | Vibration lens
Crysallite + Vibration
Materials: Crysallite lens + Vibration lens
Description: Produces a perfect cutting edge undermined by dangerous instability at high vibration speeds.
Ratings: Intensity 0, Stability -1, Volatility +2, Precision +1, Deflection 0, Overall 5
Notes: "A perfect edge, ruined by rage. The Crysallite would cut cleaner than any… if the vibrations didn't threaten to shatter it. Tempting, but treacherous."

• Best For: Precision duelists who risk volatility
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Makashi (Form II), Juyo (Form VII)

Tri-Composites

Guardian's Bulwark
Materials: Pontite crystal + Kunda stone + Crysallite lens
Description: Defensive mastery: Pontite brings calm control, Kunda adds width and stability, and Crysallite keeps the beam crisp. Fortress-like blade for shielding allies.
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +3, Volatility 0, Precision +2, Deflection +1, Overall 7
Notes: "This one I call the Bulwark. Calm, wide, and clear. Pontite steadies your mind, Kunda widens the blade, Crysallite keeps the edge crisp. You'll feel like you're carrying a shield made of light itself."

• Best For: Soresu masters and Shien defenders
• Skill: Reliable even for Padawans, but shines in the hands of disciplined Knights
• Style: Defensive anchor, built to stand firm, cover allies, and outlast the storm

Siege Breaker
Materials: Dragite crystal + Vibration lens + Synthesized Byrothsis lens
Description: Maximum destructive resonance: Dragite's concussive energy, Vibration's destabilization, and Synth. Byrothsis' raw output make a brutal breacher—potent but volatile.
Ratings: Intensity +5, Stability -1, Volatility +3, Precision +1, Deflection -1, Overall 7
Notes: "This one is a monster. The Dragite's resonance, the Vibration's chaos, and Byrothsis' overdrive, together they make a blade that doesn't cut, it wrecks. Doors, droids, armored brutes, it eats them alive. But it'll fight you as much as your enemy if you lack control."

• Best For: Juyo berserkers, Djem So power-strikers
• Skill: Only for seasoned Masters who thrive in chaos
• Style: Breacher's weapon. Expect power surges, unstable edges, and a blade that strains your endurance

Harmonized Convergence
Materials: Beam Gem lens + Dragite crystal + Crysallite lens
Description: Balanced perfection: Beam Gem focuses thrusts, Dragite adds resonance, and Crysallite keeps the edge clean. Adaptable, precise, and steady—an all-purpose knight's blade.
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability +2, Volatility +1, Precision +3, Deflection 0, Overall 8
Notes: "Here's balance. Beam Gem gives you thrusting precision, Dragite adds weight to your blows, and Crysallite smooths the current. The result is a saber that can duel, defend, and strike with equal grace. It's the closest thing to an all-rounder I've found."

• Best For: Makashi duelists, Ataru skirmishers
• Skill: Excellent for Knights who haven't fixed themselves to one path
• Style: Balanced blade for those who move between duel and battlefield seamlessly

Razor Tempest
Materials: Beam Gem lens + Ossus dueling lens + Vibration lens
Description: Hyper-focused instability: Beam Gem sharpens accuracy, Ossus refines point control, Vibration adds chaos. Devastating in expert hands; punishing for mistakes.
Ratings: Intensity +2, Stability +1, Volatility +2, Precision +4, Deflection +1, Overall 10
Notes: "This one's for killers. Beam Gem narrows, Ossus sharpens, Vibration tears. The blade becomes a needle wrapped in lightning, if you've got the hand for it. But one slip, one lapse of focus, and it'll punish you harder than your foe."

• Best For: Makashi masters, Juyo aggressors
• Skill: Demands flawless control, leave it to Masters
• Style: Duelist-killer. Precision like a scalpel, volatility like a storm

Crystal Serpent
Materials: Crysallite lens + Ossus dueling lens + Pontite lens
Description: Surgical precision, calm clarity, and immaculate edge control. The Crysallite keeps the blade crisp, Ossus hones the point, and Pontite steadies the hand. A duelist's dream—made for formal one-on-one contests.
Effect: "High-clarity, high-control point work for formal dueling."
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +4, Volatility 0, Precision +4, Deflection +1, Overall 10
Notes: "The serpent coils and strikes with calm inevitability. This blend has no wasted motion; every thrust is exact, every edge clean. It requires discipline, but in the dance of Makashi, it is near perfection."

• Best For: Dedicated duelists and precision stylists
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Makashi (Form II)

Thunder Fang
Materials: Dragite crystal + Beam Gem lens + Vibration lens
Description: Explosive strikes with destabilizing bite. Dragite fuels raw power, Beam Gem sharpens thrusts, and Vibration turns every hit into a tearing shock. Built for fast, overwhelming offense in motion.
Effect: "Explosive strikes with tight thrust control and destabilizing bite."
Ratings: Intensity +4, Stability 0, Volatility +3, Precision +2, Deflection 0, Overall 9
Notes: "The Fang strikes quick and hard—power condensed into acrobatic fury. Perfect for hit-and-run fighters, though control is sacrificed for speed and chaos."

• Best For: Acrobat duelists, shock-assault fighters
• Skill: Knight+ (unsafe for initiates)
• Style: Ataru (Form IV)

The Anvil
Materials: Adegan crystal + Dragite crystal + Synthesized Byrothsis lens
Description: A heavy counter-striker's blade. Adegan anchors stability, Dragite adds concussive resonance, and Byrothsis forces maximum plasma density. The result: crushing blows that punish aggression.
Effect: "Increased output and concussive weight; finesse and deflection suffer."
Ratings: Intensity +4, Stability +2, Volatility +1, Precision +2, Deflection -1, Overall 8
Notes: "Like the forge anvil, this saber absorbs the enemy's strike and returns it twice as hard. It is raw force given form—but finesse suffers, and defense against blasters is poor."

• Best For: Duelists who dominate through power and counters
• Skill: Knight → Master
• Style: Djem So (Form V), Shien counter-strikes

Mirror Shard
Materials: Adegan crystal + Crysallite lens + Beam Gem lens
Description: Stable, clean, and forgiving. Adegan provides a balanced core, Crysallite sharpens clarity, and Beam Gem narrows focus for accuracy—without sacrificing safety. Ideal for training and adaptable combat.
Effect: "Balanced focus with clean stability and a forgiving profile."
Ratings: Intensity +1, Stability +4, Volatility 0, Precision +4, Deflection 0, Overall 9
Notes: "This saber reflects discipline back at the student—sharp, stable, but merciful when mistakes are made. For beginners it is guidance; for masters, it is reliable simplicity."

• Best For: Training, all-around balanced fighting
• Skill: Beginner → Knight
• Style: Shii-Cho (Form I), adaptable across forms

Saber Emitters

On Emitters
At the crown of every saber rests the emitter; the throat through which the crystal's song becomes a blade. It is here that the energy is bent into plasma, caught and folded back on itself by magnetic fields so it does not spill away. The type of emitter chosen decides the blade's nature: whether it will cut with precision, turn aside blaster fire, carry unstable force into a bind, or simply sing with balance and stability. Remember; the emitter is the final step that shapes your blade.

Link	Blade Emitter Type	Effect Description
Crude phobium emitter	Crude Phobium Emitter	Heavier and more unwieldy than most disrupting emitters, but arguably far more effective.
Damping emitter	Damping Emitter	Modified to release limited energy, making the blade non-lethal. Often used for training.
Deflection emitter	Deflection Emitter	Specialized for generating a blade well-suited for deflecting blaster bolts. Favored by Form III users.
Disrupting emitter	Disrupting Emitter	Creates an unsteady beam that wreaks havoc on nervous systems, but reduces wielder control.
Fencing emitter	Fencing Emitter	Heightens usefulness for parrying and blade control, but less effective at blaster deflection.
FFS – Adaptive Phase Emitter "Ghost Edge"	Adaptive Phase Emitter	Experimental emitter with multiple blade profiles and short destabilization bursts for cutting efficiency.
FFS – Electrostatic / EMP Emitter "Sparkler"	Electrostatic / EMP Emitter	Adds a corona of electrical discharge and localized EMP bursts, effective vs. droids, shields, and cybernetics.
FFS – Refined Deflection Emitter	Refined Deflection Emitter	Stabilized for superior blaster deflection and defensive combat, but weaker at cutting dense targets.
FFS – Refined Disruptor Emitter	Refined Disruptor Emitter	Delivers controlled disruption shocks with reduced instability, effective in blade clashes but power-hungry.
FFS – Refined Fencing Emitter	Refined Fencing Emitter	Fine-tuned for precision parries and ripostes, excelling in duels but poor at ranged deflection.
FFS – Refined Phobium Emitter	Refined Phobium Emitter	Balances the raw power of phobium emitters with improved stability and maneuverability.

Saber Types & Variants

On Saber Types & Variants

The blade is near infinite in its possibility. Some designs are born of tradition, others of necessity, and still others of arrogance or desperation. Each form is a mirror of its maker's intent, a reflection not only of craftsmanship but of philosophy.

Different weapon shapes guide different ways of fighting. A long reach demands patience and timing. A short edge favors speed and proximity. A heavy blade asks for rooted strength, while a slender one rewards precision and control.

Most sabers you will encounter follow the traditional lines of the Order, but there are countless exotic variants. Be wary when you face a design you are unfamiliar with, for its wielder has likely built their style to exploit its strengths. To underestimate such intent is to hand them advantage.

Some sabers are simple to wield but difficult to master, while others are treacherous even in the hands of experts. Do not think that complexity makes a weapon superior, it merely shifts the lessons you must learn. The true question is always the same: does the form suit your spirit, your body, your purpose?

A wise duelist studies not only the weapon in their hand, but also the principles behind it: distance, balance, timing, pressure. These truths remain constant whether the blade is straight or curved, single or double, whip or pike. Know the principles, and the form will follow.

Key

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

Weapon	Difficulty
Battle Saber
Broadsaber
Cane lightsaber / Sabercane
Holographic lightsaber
Lightsaber shoto / Shoto lightsaber
Training lightsaber / Training lightsaber (Legends)
Unidentified imitation lightsaber
Crossguard lightsaber / Crossguard lightsaber (Legends)
Curved-hilt lightsaber / Curved-hilt lightsaber (Legends)
Dual-phase lightsaber / Dual-phase lightsaber (Legends)
Guard shoto / Guard shoto (Legends)
Lightfoil / Lightfoil (Legends)
Lightsaber-baton
Lightsaber pike / Lightsaber pike (Legends)
Long-handle lightsaber
Protosaber
Sickle-bladed lightsaber
Sith lightsaber / Sith lightsaber (Legends)
Darksaber / Darksaber (Legends)
Double-bladed lightsaber / Double-bladed lightsaber (Legends)
Double-bladed spinning lightsaber
First Blade
Flickerphase blade
Forcesaber
Great lightsaber / Lightclub
Hinged double-bladed lightsaber
Interlocking hilt
Kyber Saber
Lightsaber-blaster hybrid
Lightsaber gauntlet
Lightsaber parasol
Lightsaber rifle
Lightwhip / Lightwhip (Legends)
Lohim Nara's lightsaber
Octo-bladed lightsaber
Phase-knife
Soulsaber
Split saber

Saber Modifications

Saber Forms

Combat & Training

Saber Philosophies

Cultural Variants & Legacy

 

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Core Components

Component	Function
Power Cell	A compact energy source, often stabilized with diatium cells, fueling the weapon
Focusing Lens / Crystal Focusing Assembly	Aligns the energy from the crystal, sharpening the blade into its precise form
Emitter Matrix / Blade Emitter Shroud	Directs and stabilizes the blade, protects the emitter, and ensures plasma flow is contained
Kyber Crystal (Primary Crystal)	The heart of the saber, resonating with the Force and giving the blade its color and connection to the wielder
Casing / Hilt	The external shell, crafted to fit the Jedi's hand, often reflecting personal artistry or cultural heritage

Essential Internal Parts

Component	Function
Crystal Chamber	Stores and stabilizes the kyber
Crystal Mount	Locks crystal in place
Energy Gate	Regulates current flow from power cell to crystal
Energy Modulation Circuits	Ensures energy flow is balanced across all components
Cycling Field Energizers	Keep the plasma loop stable and the blade's containment steady
Field Energizer	An auxiliary stabilizer that supports the cycling field energizers
Cyclic Crystal Array	Allows multiple crystals or dual-phase functionality for variable blade lengths
Flux Aperture	Fine-tunes plasma venting and output at the emitter
Blade Energy Channel	Conduit for plasma projection
Focusing Crystal Activator	Allows precise alignment and activation of crystals
Power Field Conductor	Shapes magnetic containment around the blade
Inert Power Insulator	Prevents overload
Power Vortex Ring	Stabilizes internal current
Control / Activator Switch (Activation Stud)	The on/off control mechanism, sometimes multiphase or dual mode

Optional / Customizable Parts

Component	Function
Blade Length Adjuster	Lets user shorten or extend blade
Blade Power Adjustment Knob	Precise control for tuning blade intensity
Magnetic Stabilizing Ring	Keeps blade coherent and prevents dispersion
Ring Tuning Flange	Calibrates energy resonance
Handgrip Attachment / Ridges	Provides ergonomic grip
Belt Ring or Clip	For carrying when not in use
Pommel Cap	Seals the hilt, often doubles as belt clip or resonance chamber
Cooling Vents / Side Vents	Example: Kylo Ren's crossguard exhaust stabilizers for cracked crystals
Radiator	Dissipates excess heat generated during prolonged use
Training Mode Setting	Reduced power for practice
Dual Phase Switch	Allows blade length or width change mid combat
Bifurcating Cyclical-Ignition Pulse	Waterproof modification for submerged use
Non-Dimetris Circuits | Dimetris Circuits	Circuitry variants that alter stability and resistance
Superconductor	Enhances energy flow efficiency between cell, crystal, and emitter
Specialized Mods	Hidden blades, biometric locks, crossguards, and other advanced features

Structural and Aesthetic Materials

Category	Examples
Metals	Haysian smelt, alloys, phrik, beskar (rare)
Organics	Brylark wood, bone, leather wrapping
Decoratives	Pastillion ore, black onk, gemstones, whale bone inlays
Design Philosophies	Duty and Resolve; Peace and Justice; Elemental Nature; Valor and Wisdom. Sith: Passion and Strength; Power and Control. Ancient: Protection and Defense

Critical Construction Notes

Note	Detail
Emitter Matrix Orientation	Must be properly aligned or the saber can backfire or explode
Cracked or Unstable Crystals	Require modifications such as vented crossguards
Species Customization	Grips or switches tailored to wielder's physiology

 

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Materials & Craftsmanship
Various Substances can we used in Lightsaber construction.

The materials chosen for a lightsaber hilt define durability, symbolism, and function.
Metals & Alloys: Provide strength and resilience. Rare alloys like Phrik, Songsteel, and Beskar resist lightsaber strikes, while common Durasteel ensures reliability. Prestige metals such as Electrum mark rank or heritage.
Crystals & Gems: Beyond the kyber crystal, decorative or secondary stones (e.g. Krayt pearls, Rainbow gems) add cultural or Force significance.
Organics: Woods, bone, and tusks personalize the weapon, often symbolizing harmony with nature or a Jedi's heritage.
Force-Enhanced Materials: Some hilts are bound with mystically imbued metals or crystals, letting the weapon channel the wielder's Force connection.

Choosing materials should be a blend of practicality and an expression of personal spirituality. The saber is an extension of the Jedi, reflecting their identity, culture, and bond with the Force.

Metals & Alloys - Metals | Alloys

Material	Importance
Electrum / Aurodium	Prestige metal, used for gold detailing (e.g. Jedi Council sabers). Symbol of authority and mastery. During the era of the Republic, the Jedi High Council often adorned their sabers with electrum detailing as a mark of mastery. Electrum embellishments may denoted Council rank. Among the Sith, electrum was also used symbolically, often to project wealth, power, or divine right. Though not stronger than other alloys, its true value lay in status, tradition, and legacy.
Cortosis	Famous for shorting out lightsabers; woven into hilts or guards for dueling and ambush tactics.
Beskar	Mandalorian iron, legendary resilience. Rare outside Mandalorian smiths; resists saber strikes.
Adamantite	"Metal of Legends," used in hilt cores and scabbards. Associated with indestructibility and mythic craftsmanship. Resists saber strikes.
Krysteel (Kyber-Iron)	Force-sensitive alloy; bonds with kyber, amplifying connection to the Force and enhancing saber resilience.
Durasteel	The galaxy's most common durable alloy. Used in armor, starship hulls, and saber hilts. Resists lightsabers to a degree but not impervious. Favored for practicality and availability.
Phrik	Rare, lightsaber-resistant alloy. Stronger than durasteel, yet lighter than beskar. Used in electrostaffs, Sith sabers, and rare Jedi weapons. Darth Sidious' apprentice sabers were made from phrik.
Songsteel	Elegant and lightweight, yet highly durable against lightsabers. Favored for refined dueling blades and ceremonial weapons where grace and resilience meet.
Stygian-triprismatic polymer	Advanced hardened duraplast variant. Lightsaber-resistant and capable of enhancing stealth fields and sound dampeners. Used in Shadow Stormtrooper armor and stealth-based Mandalorian gear.

Crystals, Gems & Pearls Gemstones

Material	Importance
Meditation Crystal	Enhances focus and clarity; often set into hilts as ornamental eyes or accents.

Organics & Natural Materials

Material	Importance
Jakobeast Tusk	Ivory-like material carved for smooth grips, culturally tied to hunters and warriors.
Veshok Wood / Greel Wood / Kriin-Wood / City-Tree-Wood	Durable Force-attuned woods, used in hilts or scabbards; symbolic of natural harmony with the Force.
Shimmersilk / Dramassian Shimmersilk / Vine-Silk	Rare fabrics, used for wrapping or ceremonial bindings; shimmer and shift in the light, often gifted to Jedi of high esteem.

Force-Enhanced Materials

Material	Importance
Force Weapon	Weapons enhanced to resonate with the Force, adapting to the wielder's connection.
Force-Imbued Blade	Mystically imbued; grants durability, energy channeling, and the ability to reflect the wielder's Force alignment (even color-shifting blades).

 

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Saber Crystals
At the heart of every lightsaber lies a crystal, the conduit that focuses raw energy into a coherent plasma blade. The most iconic are Kyber crystals, naturally attuned to the Force and bonded to their wielder through ritual and meditation. This bond gives each saber its unique color, resonance, and connection.

Other rare crystals from Krayt dragon pearls to Rainbow gems , may add exotic properties, cultural prestige, or personal symbolism. Some enhance cutting power, others refine focus, and many reflect the philosophy or heritage of their wielder.

For Jedi, finding a saber crystal is a sacred rite called the "Gathering." For Sith, the process of bleeding or corrupting a crystal is equally defining. In both cases, the crystal is the soul of the weapon, and a mirror of its wielder's essence.

 

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On the Attunement of a Kyber Crystal

A kyber crystal is no lifeless gem. It is alive in the Force, and it will not serve one who seeks only to wield it as a tool. To attune to a crystal is to open yourself utterly to the currents of the Living Force, so that crystal and wielder may become as one.

The process is as follows:

The initiate journeys to a sacred site where kyber crystals grow: Ilum, Jedha, or another world where the Force runs strong. Here, the crystal waits for the most open spirit. Many will see crystals glimmer and call out to them in the Force. The right crystal chooses the one it will bond with.

When you first touch the crystal, you do not seize it. You listen. Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and let the currents of the Force flow between you and it. You may feel warmth, hear a tone, or glimpse visions. Each crystal speaks differently, for each carries its own resonance.

In seclusion, the initiate spends hours, sometimes days, meditating with the crystal. One projects thoughts of purpose, discipline, and identity into the gem, and in return, the crystal opens itself. Slowly, the bond forms. The kyber aligns with your spirit, and your spirit with it. It is in this act that the blade’s color is set for a Kyber.

For Jedi, the bond is gentle. They seek harmony, balance, and unity with the Force. The crystal responds in kind, producing blades of blue, green, or other hues born of clarity. For the Sith, the ritual is a perversion called bleeding. They pour rage, pain, and dominance into the crystal until it screams and cracks, bending its will to theirs. Thus, its natural light is choked into red flame.

Once the bond is strong, the crystal is set into the focusing chamber of the hilt. It must be done with patience, for misalignment may cause the blade to short, or stutter. When the emitter ignites for the first time, the crystal and wielder breathe as one, bound in symbiosis.

Attunement is not a single act, but a lifelong relationship. The crystal grows with you, resonating with your triumphs, your struggles, even your doubts. In time, it may change hue or intensity as your connection to the Force evolves. Some masters report their blades "sing" in harmony with their meditations, a sign that crystal and wielder have become truly inseparable.

Thus, a lightsaber is not merely constructed. It is born of a union between living crystal and living soul. Treat the crystal as a servant, and it will betray you. Treat it as a partner, and it will illuminate your path.

 

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On Purification and Corruptions

The kyber crystal is alive in the Force, and like all living things, it may be nurtured or it may be wounded. In the hands of the Jedi, crystals are brought into harmony, singing with the wielder’s spirit. Yet in the hands of the Sith, these same crystals may be bent, choked, and broken until their light is strangled into crimson.

Bleeding: The Way of Corruption

To “bleed” a crystal is to smother it beneath one’s rage and hatred. A Sith takes a natural kyber and pours into it their pain, their fury, their will to dominate. The crystal, attuned to harmony, resists. It screams in the Force, sometimes shattering beneath the weight of corruption.

In this torment, the crystal’s natural light is extinguished. Its bond is broken, and in place of resonance comes only obedience. The blade ignites red, a wound made manifest.

The Sith view this as victory: proof that even the living Force may be enslaved to their dominance. Yet it is a hollow victory, for such a blade reflects not unity, but suffering.

Purification: The Way of Healing

A corrupted crystal may yet be healed. Through deep meditation and surrender, a Jedi may take a bleeding kyber into themselves, not to dominate it, but to listen.

The Jedi reaches into the heart of the crystal’s pain, offering compassion, patience, and serenity. Slowly, the corruption is drawn out, the darkness undone.

When the wound is healed, the crystal shines again. Yet it no longer returns to its original state...rather, it becomes something new: a white crystal, purified of past alignment, a symbol of renewal.

The white blade stands as testament to resilience. It is the song of survival after suffering, clarity after corruption. Those who wield such blades are often seen as guardians, healers, or seekers.

Thus the truth is revealed: a kyber crystal is a mirror to the soul. In corruption, it reveals the wielder’s wounds. In purification, it reveals the wielder’s capacity for compassion. In both, the bond between living being and living Force is laid bare.

 

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On Emitters
At the crown of every saber rests the emitter, the throat through which the crystal’s song becomes a blade. It is here that the energy is bent into plasma, caught and folded back on itself by magnetic fields so it does not spill away. The type of emitter chosen decides the blade’s nature: whether it will cut with precision, turn aside blaster fire, carry unstable force into a bind, or simply sing with balance and stability. Remember; the emitter is the final step that shapes your blade.

Link	Blade Emitter Type	Effect Description
Crude phobium emitter	Crude Phobium Emitter	Heavier and more unwieldy than most disrupting emitters, but arguably far more effective.
Damping emitter	Damping Emitter	Modified to release limited energy, making the blade non-lethal. Often used for training.
Deflection emitter	Deflection Emitter	Specialized for generating a blade well-suited for deflecting blaster bolts. Favored by Form III users.
Disrupting emitter	Disrupting Emitter	Creates an unsteady beam that wreaks havoc on nervous systems, but reduces wielder control.
Fencing emitter	Fencing Emitter	Heightens usefulness for parrying and blade control, but less effective at blaster deflection.
FFS – Adaptive Phase Emitter "Ghost Edge"	Adaptive Phase Emitter	Experimental emitter with multiple blade profiles and short destabilization bursts for cutting efficiency.
FFS – Electrostatic / EMP Emitter "Sparkler"	Electrostatic / EMP Emitter	Adds a corona of electrical discharge and localized EMP bursts, effective vs. droids, shields, and cybernetics.
FFS – Refined Deflection Emitter	Refined Deflection Emitter	Stabilized for superior blaster deflection and defensive combat, but weaker at cutting dense targets.
FFS – Refined Disruptor Emitter	Refined Disruptor Emitter	Delivers controlled disruption shocks with reduced instability, effective in blade clashes but power-hungry.
FFS – Refined Fencing Emitter	Refined Fencing Emitter	Fine-tuned for precision parries and ripostes, excelling in duels but poor at ranged deflection.
FFS – Refined Phobium Emitter	Refined Phobium Emitter	Balances the raw power of phobium emitters with improved stability and maneuverability.

 

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On Saber Types and Hybrids

The blade is near infinite in its possibility. Some designs are born of tradition, others of necessity, and still others of arrogance or desperation. Each form is a mirror of its maker's intent, a reflection not only of craftsmanship but of philosophy.

Different weapon shapes guide different ways of fighting. A long reach demands patience and timing. A short edge favors speed and proximity. A heavy blade asks for rooted strength, while a slender one rewards precision and control.

Most sabers you will encounter follow the traditional lines of the Order, but there are countless exotic variants. Be wary when you face a design you are unfamiliar with, for its wielder has likely built their style to exploit its strengths. To underestimate such intent is to hand them advantage.

Some sabers are simple to wield but difficult to master, while others are treacherous even in the hands of experts. Do not think that complexity makes a weapon superior, it merely shifts the lessons you must learn. The true question is always the same: does the form suit your spirit, your body, your purpose?

A wise duelist studies not only the weapon in their hand, but also the principles behind it: distance, balance, timing, pressure. These truths remain constant whether the blade is straight or curved, single or double, whip or pike. Know the principles, and the form will follow.

Key

Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced

Weapon	Difficulty
Battle Saber
Broadsaber
Cane lightsaber / Sabercane
Holographic lightsaber
Lightsaber shoto / Shoto lightsaber
Training lightsaber / Training lightsaber (Legends)
Unidentified imitation lightsaber
Crossguard lightsaber / Crossguard lightsaber (Legends)
Curved-hilt lightsaber / Curved-hilt lightsaber (Legends)
Dual-phase lightsaber / Dual-phase lightsaber (Legends)
Guard shoto / Guard shoto (Legends)
Lightfoil / Lightfoil (Legends)
Lightsaber-baton
Lightsaber pike / Lightsaber pike (Legends)
Long-handle lightsaber
Protosaber
Sickle-bladed lightsaber
Sith lightsaber / Sith lightsaber (Legends)
Darksaber / Darksaber (Legends)
Double-bladed lightsaber / Double-bladed lightsaber (Legends)
Double-bladed spinning lightsaber
First Blade
Flickerphase blade
Forcesaber
Great lightsaber / Lightclub
Hinged double-bladed lightsaber
Interlocking hilt
Kyber Saber
Lightsaber-blaster hybrid
Lightsaber gauntlet
Lightsaber parasol
Lightsaber rifle
Lightwhip / Lightwhip (Legends)
Lohim Nara's lightsaber
Octo-bladed lightsaber
Phase-knife
Soulsaber
Split saber

 

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A lightsaber is already a finely crafted tool. By its very nature it can cut, burn, and cauterize, while also providing light and heat.
Modifications are not necessary, but they can add versatility, improve safety, or tailor the weapon to a wielder's unique needs.
The following examples show how a saber can be enhanced beyond its standard design:

Emitter Modifications

Name	Description / Lesson Note
Adjustable Emitter Matrix	Controls blade width, length, or intensity—adapts to many forms of combat.
Crossguard / Emitter Guards	Protects the wielder’s hands; deflects angled strikes.
Damping Emitter	Enables a non-lethal stun-field blade.
Flickerphase / Phantom Projections	Generates erratic or illusory blades to confuse an opponent.
Thisspiasian Stabilizing Coils	Smooths plasma flow, reducing strain on the wielder.

Power & Circuitry Enhancements

Name	Description / Lesson Note
Advanced Power Cells	High-capacity energy cells for longer engagements.
Bifurcating Cyclical-Ignition Pulse	Permits underwater ignition without failure.
Energy Modulation Circuit	Stabilizes or alters blade output for precision combat.
Fusion Shunt	Channels extreme cutting power at the cost of stability.
Ionizing Emitters	Increases effectiveness against droids and vehicles.
Overcharged Cells	Unleashes devastating blows, but risky to maintain.
Rapid Recharge Ports	Allows swift energy replenishment between battles.

Security & Safeguards

Name	Description / Lesson Note
Anti-Theft Beacon	Emits a signal if saber is stolen or moved without consent.
Biometric Locks / Force Activation	Ensures only the rightful wielder may ignite the saber.
Emergency Deactivation	Failsafe for immediate shutdown in emergencies.
Locking Activator	Prevents accidental deactivation during combat.
Pressure Grip	Deactivates blade when released from the hand.
Trapped Grip / Crystal Chamber	Booby-trapped; discharges energy if tampered with.

Utility & Specialized Designs

Name	Description / Lesson Note
Auxiliary Components	Optional additions: grappling lines, stun emitters, shields.
Beckon Call	Slave circuit that summons a starship or vehicle.
Blade Lock	Keeps blade active after being thrown.
Blaster-Saber Hybrid	Integrates blaster or stun functionality into hilt.
Concealed Compartment	Hidden cavity for storing crystals or tools.
Electrum Detailing	Ornamental finish, symbol of Jedi mastery.
Extended Hilt	Grants reach and leverage in combat.
Hilt-Masking Kit	Disguises saber as cane, staff, or ornament.
Interlocking Hilt	Connects multiple sabers into a staff or pike.

Materials & Craftsmanship

Name	Description / Lesson Note
Reinforced Materials	Phrik, beskar, or heartwood for durability.
Specialized Grips	Shien reverse grip, ergonomic shaping, reflex sensors.
Upgraded Hilt Craftsmanship	Artisan balance and aesthetics tuned to wielder.