Exploring the Savage Opress' Lightsaber: A Double-Bladed Weapon of Destruction

Savage Opress’s lightsaber was a weapon that embodied his brutality, rage, and servitude to the dark side. This weapon did not reflect his personality but his tragic existence as a pawn of greater Sith Lords. While he never constructed it himself, its raw power and devastating design made it a perfect fit for his combat style. This blog delves into the details of his lightsaber, how it was constructed, and how it became a tool of destruction that instilled fear throughout the galaxy. 

A Red Dual Bladed Lightsaber 

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Unlike all Jedi and Sith, Savage Opress did not construct his lightsaber. Instead, he received a red dual-bladed weapon from Dooku while being his apprentice. Dooku gave it to Savage as a tool to channel his inner strength and darkness. Savage was unnaturally transformed into a Sith warrior, so it made sense that his weapon was also given to him rather than personally forged. 

Combat Style of Savage 

Savage’s red blades first appeared in a mission when Dooku sent him to capture King Katuunko of Toydaria. He followed the lightsaber Form VII: Juyo/Vaapad, the most unpredictable and aggressive. This form emphasized relentless offense, overwhelming opponents with raw power and brute force. Savage also incorporated elements of Djem So (Form V), using his immense power to overpower enemies with heavy strikes. However, Savage lacked the refined technique and precision of a true Juyo master like Darth Maul or Mace Windu. He followed brutal attacks over skillful dueling. 

Design and Symbolism 

Savage’s double-bladed red lightsaber closely resembled Darth Maul’s iconic weapon but with slight differences. For example, Savage’s saber was longer than the standard sabers. It was heavier, more brutal, and lacked refinement. The blades were powered by a synthetic kyber crystal. Savage could ignite one or both blades, depending on combat needs. The hilt was silver and black, featuring rugged, battle-ready construction, without the elegant curves of a Jedi lightsaber. Savage Opress’s lightsaber remained a symbol of manipulation, ruthlessness, tragedy, and enslavement. 

A Tool of Destruction 

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Savage used his red dual-bladed lightsaber to crush weaker enemies and overpower Jedi. His weapon was considered a tool of destruction because Savage himself was never meant to be a Sith Lord. Instead, he was a tool of disaster and brutality, and his saber reflected that clearly in his battles. Some of his major missions and battles in which he has used his weapon include: 

• The assassination of King Katuunko. Dooku sent Savage to capture the king, but he brutally murdered the king with his lightsaber, marking his first failure as an apprentice.

• In a duel between Asajj Ventress, Dooku, and Savage, he turned on his masters, challenging both simultaneously. Although he failed, the battle showcased his strength and courage by blasting both his masters with a massive force explosion.

• In a battle with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Adi Gallia, Savage combined his brutal hand-to-hand combat with his dual-bladed lightsaber to cut Gallia and finish her. 

• In a battle with Mandalorians, Savage fought alongside Maul, helping him overthrow Duchess Satine Kryze.

• In a final duel with Darth Sidious, Savage used his red blade against the most powerful Sith Lord in the galaxy. However, Sidious overpowered him easily and killed him by stabbing him in the chest. 

Legacy of Savage Opress’s lightsaber

Savage Opress’s lightsaber was lost after his death, and there were no clues as to where it went. Although it was never mentioned again, unlike the iconic lightsabers of Darth Vader and Darth Maul, it remained a symbol of aggression and brutality. This red dual-bladed weapon left a long-lasting influence in history, representing how warriors like Savage were used as mere tools for seeking revenge and destruction, only to be discarded once they had served their purpose.

Its disappearance further reinforces Savage’s tragic fate, as he left no true legacy behind—neither as a Sith nor as a ruler. Like the warrior himself, his weapon was forgotten, swallowed by history, leaving only echoes of the destruction it once caused.