Which Lightsabers Color is Best for You? - Lightsaber Color Meanings Explained

Which Lightsabers Color is Best for You? - Lightsaber Color Meanings Explained

 

Lightsabers are the traditional weapons in George Lucas's world of Star Wars. Both good and evil forces (Jedi and Sith) use their specific lightsabers with distinctive variations. They show the alignment, mastery, and skills of the wielder. So, even if you wield a lightsaber in real life, make sure you pick the right one that showcase your personality and connection to the Force. 

 

 

Initially, there were only three common colors in lightsabers. Blue, red, and green. However as the franchise expanded, there comes many different colors, each representing its very own philosophy. This blog delves into every lightsaber color, enabling you hold the perfect one that aligns with your preferences.

 

You will get to know about the meaning of lightsabers as well as their notable wielders. It will also describe the intricate process of making a lightsaber as well as the determination of the color. In sum, we would also conclude the profound impact of lightsabers on your personality and your best pick. Stay with us!

 

How Lightsabers are Crafted?

 

In the galaxy far, far away, both Jedi and Sith wield the lightsaber for different purposes. Non-Force users have also seen using the sabers with a few variations in the franchise. Now the question is how a lightsaber is constructed?

 

The development of lightsabers requires a lot of skill and acumen. There is no shortcut!

 

 

To construct a lightsaber, it needs to draw strength from an appropriate power cell. The active parts are the energy gate and modulation circuit. The other essential parts are the mitter matrix, emitter shroud, and other activities to twirl the lightsaber on and off. The additional parts are the blade length adjuster and handgrip ridges. The lightsabers also have a low-power non-lethal combat setting for training purposes.

 

 

Usability is optimal! Mostly, lightsabers are lightweight. The single-blade lightsabers also have a belt ring to hang from the wearer's belt. Some also have a wheel-shaped attachment to slot into the clip when not in use. 

 

Some exclusive lightsabers use unstable kyber crystals. An example is a lightsaber held by Kylo Ren. The unstable kyber crystals divert excess energy from cracker crystals to keep the lightsaber stable.

 

It is also important not to invert the emitter matrix accidentally as the power grid could backfire. The faulty lightsaber may violently explode, harming all those nearby.

 

Role of Kyber Crystal in a Lightsaber!

 

Master Yoda once said: “The heart of the lightsaber, the crystal is. 

So, Kyber crystal is the essence of the lightsaber. It is the main thing that determines the nature of the saber. 

Kyber crystals are force-attuned that organically grow on scattered planets across the galaxy. Both Jedi and Sith use kyber crystals for the construction of their lightsabers but their process to get the crystals is completely different. Sith defeat the Jedi and steal the crystal then it undergoes a process of "bleeding" to corrupt and turn the crystal into red color. 

 

 

 

 

Crystal Cave of the ice planet of Ilum
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On the other hand, Jedi, as a part of training, send their younglings to the Crystal Cave of the ice planet of Ilum as a part of their spiritual journey. Its the famous mine for kyber crystals.

There are also some rarer and larger crystals that, according to legend, are the superweapons of the Sith. Although all have the same denominator, the different kyber crystals that have been discovered and known so far are:

 

  • Adegan kyber crystal
  • Memphite kyber crystal
  • Christophsis kyber crystal
  • Corrupted kyber crystal
  • Cracked Jedha kyber crystal
  • Dantari kyber crystal
  • Dragonite gem
  • Ghostfire kyber crystal
  • Ilum kyber crystal
  • Memphite kyber crystal
  • Varpeline kyber crystal
  • Nightsister kyber crystal
  • Petite kyber crystal
  • Krayt dragon pearl
  • Lorrdian gemstone
  • Kimber stone
  • Barab ingot
  • Nishalorite kyber crystal
  • Obsidian
  • Seeker kyber crystal
  • Solari kyber crystal
  • Sorian kyber crystal
  • Synthetic crystal
  • Thontiin kyber crystal

 

Lightsaber Colors and their Hidden Meanings

 

After inserting the colorless crystal into the lightsaber colors have been identified based on the personality and connection of the wielder with the Force. Some of the major colors of the lightsaber with their meaning and significance are mentioned below. 

 

Blue Lightsaber

 

 

Blue lightsabers are the most common in the galaxy, mostly wielded by the Jedi Guardian. The impact of the blue lightsaber is a profound one.  It reflects righteousness, bravery, and the strength to protect the Jedi Order. The characters who have used this color in the galaxy remain firmed and loyal, struggling till their end to bring peace.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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The prominent owners of blue lightsabers include:

  • Obi-Wan Kenobi
  • Anakin Skywalker
  • Rey
  • Luke Skywalker
  • Shaak Ti
  • Plo Koon
  • Ezra Bridger
  • Aayla Secura

 

Green Lightsaber

 

 

Green lightsabers have been associated with the powerful Jedi knights. Unlike the blue lightsaber that is associated with combat, the green lightsaber represents skill and wisdom. Green lightsabers are associated with the Jedi who have a heartfelt connection with the Force.

 

Characters who wielded green lightsabers are wise. They understand the hierarchy of Jedi order and are usually found among the higher ranks. Wielders of green lightsabers rely more on cognitive rather than combative skills. They are the most revered and highly regarded Jedi in the whole franchise.

 

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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The highly renowned owner was Grandmaster Yoda. Yoda has been the most powerful Jedi in the Jedi order. Yoda encompasses almost all the qualities associated with green, which is why he is cherry-picked as the prime example. 

 

In addition to Yoda, some other famous figures also wielded green sabers. For example: 

  • Qui-Gon Jinn
  • Luke Skywalker
  • Ahsoka Tano
  • Kit Fisto 
  • Luminara Unduli

 

 

Red Lightsaber

 

 

Kyber crystal has a strong connection with the characters of Star Wars. But, these noble objects have a natural resistance to dark side followers. Sith could not access the planet where organic crystals are found.

 

To get the kyber crystals, Sith defeat the Jedi and steal their crystals. Then to connect with the crystal, they undergo a process of "bleeding" that corrupts the crystals and it turns into red colored. 

 

Hence, the red kyber crystal does not embody evil but suffering and pain. The red also embodies the hate of Sith. These are the reasons why red is related to the Sith as such traits are not the characteristic of the bright side of the force.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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Almost all the Sith Lords have been the owners of red lightsabers. The designs could vary like Kylo Ren and Darth Maul had had the exclusive ones. Darth Sidious has been the most powerful Sethi so far. His apprentice Darth Vader has also upheld the red values. Interestingly, Count Dooku who had left the Jedi Order joined the evil Force with a red lightsaber.

 

Purple (Amethyst) Lightsaber

 

 

The saga of the purple lightsaber is an intriguing one. The origins are rooted off-screen. Lucas was not inclined to introduce a purple lightsaber, but Samuel Jackson wanted his saber to be purple as it was his favorite color. Lucas, reluctantly, agreed and introduced this new color into the Star Wars franchise. Initially, the purple lightsaber did not have a particular meaning.

 

Nevertheless, the Expanded Universe authors retroactively gave purple a meaning and stated that it represented reconstruction, inevitability, and diversification. This proposition was extracted as purple is a combination of blue and red.

 

It directly means that an individual with a purple lightsaber has allegiance to both Dark and Light sides. These forces have to suffer the temptation of the other side to pursue their own goals.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

The famous owner of purple blade is Mace Windu. Other famous characters who have shown wielding this unique color include: 

  • Revan
  • Mara Jade
  • Jayna Solo
  • Vernestra Rwoh

 

Black Lightsaber (Darksaber)

 

 

Black lightsaber also known as Darksaber is a unique one. There is only a single example. It is crafted like a traditional sword but shorter than the actual lightsaber. The black lightsaber is also associated with Tarre Vizsla, the first Jedi who crafted this one-of-a-kind darksaber.

 

The weapon was used in Mandalorians’ war and has been a powerful tool in the fight. At one point, the black lightsaber was conquered by the Jedi and kept under close protection, until it was stolen by Mandalorians and returned to the lineage of Tarre Vizsla. This is why the owner of the black lightsaber claims the title, "The Ruler of The Mandalorians".

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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The famous owners of the Darksaber have been Sabine Wren, Pre Vizsla, and Tarre Vizsla. On the Mandalorian side, the owners are Din Djarin and Moff Gideon.

 

White Lightsaber

 

 

White lightsabers are one of the rarest. It has been depicted on only two occasions by Ahsoka Tano. White lightsabers represent independence and impartiality. Because of this impact, the wielders are neither aligned with the Dark nor Light Side.

 

An interesting fact is that the white kyber crystal is not organic. It is created by the reversal process of which Sith created their signature red kyber crystals.

 

For example, when Ahsoka was trying to purify the red kyber crystal. during this purification process, the crystal lost redness and instead became pure white.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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Ahsoka Tano is not only notable but also the lone user of a white lightsaber. She succeeded in purifying the red crystals from the Sixth Brother's lightsaber.

 

Yellow Lightsaber

 

 

Just like the white lightsaber, yellow is also one of the rarest. No one truly knows its meanings, nor does anyone explain the essences at length. In non-canonical SW legends,  a red kyber crystal was once turned yellow by Jaden Korr on one occasion. The same crystal was later turned white.

 

Jedi Sentinels, the mighty protectors of the Jedi Temple, are often affiliated with the yellow lightsaber. However, their possession does not reveal any story behind this symbolism. The famous characters carrying yellow lightsabers in Star Wars Movies.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

Ahsoka Tano was the owner of the yellow lightsaber, as was Asajj Ventress. Rey, the protagonist of the Sequel Trilogy, has also featured wielding yellow colored saber in The Rise of Skywalker.

 

Orange Lightsaber

 

 

Due to the scarcity, there is not much information known about the orange color. Previously, it had been featured in the Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order video game and Disney Purge.

 

Legend has it that the orange lightsabers have a restricted history because these are owned by those who had sworn not to utilize lightsabers unless necessary. This might mean that orange represents pacifism.

 

Another theory says that initially, Sith adopted the yellow lightsaber, but they abandoned it later. The previous ownership contains traces of red into the original orange. Orange lightsaber represents an identity with a deep void but is doomed never to be refilled.

 

Famous Owners

 

 

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Yaddle, a female Yoda that played a cameo in the Prequel Trilogy, is known as the owner of an orange lightsaber. Moreover, orange is also associated with Cal Kestis when the Fallen Order emerged.

 

Other Colors

 

 

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Apart from these famous ones, there are other colors too. We are not going to address everyone individually as no credible story about the other origin is in the chronicles of history. The scattered colors are magenta, cyan, and indigo and its sub-types such as bronze or gold without any particular history.

 

 

So the blog must have cleared the philosophy behind the colors of lightsabers and their associations. You can pick up the color according to your connection with the Force.

Surely, more colors are going to be added up in the future, so we will update the article accordingly. Do visit us, whenever you see an unusual spark in Star Wars. You will always get the spot-on answers here!

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