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Qui-Li Djinn
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PostPosted: Fri Jun 03, 2005 10:11 pm


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PostPosted: Sat Jun 04, 2005 8:01 am


Maneuvers and marks of combat
All seven forms of lightsaber combat utilize these ancient terms used by the Jedi for describing the objectives, maneuvers to use, and the various outcomes that could arise out of a fight involving lightsabers as weapons.


Marks of combat

Cho mai
The term cho mai is used to describe the action of cutting off an opponent's weapon hand. This move shows that the Jedi using it has the honor to cause the opponent minimal physical damage; it also shows the skill and mastery of the Jedi performing the move to the opponent.


Cho mak
A cho mak is the act of cutting off an opponent's limb, such as a humanoid's leg.


Cho sun
The term cho sun is used to describe the move used to cut off an opponent's weapon arm.


Sai cha
The term sai cha is used to describe the rare instance when a Jedi beheads his or her opponent.


Sai tok
A sai tok, frowned upon by the Jedi because of its Sith-like nature, is the act of cutting an opponent in half, usually separating his or her legs from torso at the waist.


Shiak
The term shiak is used to describe the honorable action of stabbing an opponent.


ShiimA shiim is a more minute, considered inferior, wound to an opponent by the edge of a lightsaber's blade. It is also considered a sign of desperation or struggle against a potent enemy.


Sun djem
A sun djem is a attack used by Jedi that disarms the weapon of an opponent, the objective usually being not to physically harm the opponent.


Maneuvers

Jung
A jung in lightsaber combat is a 180-degree turn.


Jung ma
The term jung ma is used to describe a maneuver used by Jedi to perform a 360-degree spin in which power is gained for an eminent attack on the opponent.


Kai-kan
Not a maneuver per se, but the kai-kan is a re-enactment of a famous, usually ancient, very dangerous, lightsaber or even sword battle, which only very well trained Jedi attempt to perform.


Sai
A sai is the term used to describe the move used by Jedi to evade an attack directed at their legs. The Jedi jumps up with the Force as the main backbone of the strength, height, and speed at which the jump is executed.


Shun
The term shun is used for when a 360-degree turn is performed with just a one-handed grip, thus gaining speed for an attack.

Qui-Li Djinn
Vice Captain


Qui-Li Djinn
Vice Captain

PostPosted: Sat Jun 04, 2005 8:13 am


Lightsaber History

It is the principal weapon of the Jedi but are also used by the Sith. After the extermination of the Jedi, lightsabers became rare relics. The use of it is usually restricted to the Jedi, partially because it is too dangerous for an unskilled user, but also partly because, for non-Jedi, blasters are more effective. However, lightsabers remain prized by some collectors, and some black market sales do occur.

Typically a Padawan is given his master's lightsaber on his first day of training. Jedi Masters emphasise that the lightsaber is a measure of progress for an apprentice as lightsaber techniques take great skill and concentration. It is considered a final test for a Jedi student to be able to construct their own saber.

Lightsaber Cnstruction Ceremony Chant:
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.




Parts of the Lightsaber:
The lightsaber is made up of a short polished metallic cylindrical tube (30 centimetres) that emits a beam of plasma that acts as a sword blade.

All lightsabers contain some common basic components

A handgrip
An activation stud plate
A safety switch
An emitter matrix
A lens assembly (focusing crystal)
A blade-length adjuster (only on Dual-Length Lightsabers)
A power cell
A power conduit
A recharge socket
A belt ring (optional)
Lightsabers are powered from the control studs by a circuits channel and focusing crystal found only in nature on the planet Ilum. Before 1,000 BBY, the Jedi also used crystals from the planet Ruusan. This appears to be a matter of tradition rather than necessity, as there are examples of crystals from elsewhere in the galaxy being used effectively in lightsabers. Since the Jedi control the supply of suitable crystals, the Sith use synthetic crystals that generate a red blade. Some of the early Sith had other blade colors, but as fallen Jedi they might have re-used the crystals of their old lightsabers. Shadows of the Empire has Luke Skywalker using a synthetic crystal in his lightsaber construction. Luke built a lightsaber with a green blade, implying that the Sith intentionally construct their crystals to produce a red blade.

The Dual-Phase Lightsaber used crystals that handle differing power level requirements. These are wired to the diatium power cell, which acts like an energy source for the lightsaber. The hilt of this lightsaber rotates in such a way that it aligns the crystals, which doubles the length of the lightsaber and changes the color. Users of this lightsaber type include Anakin Skywalker, Micah Giiett, Gantoris, and Corran Horn.

A Double-Bladed Lightsaber or Lightstaff is essentially two lightsabers in a single oversized hilt. It is a very difficult weapon to handle, but extremely dangerous in the hands of a master. Notable users of double-bladed lightsabers are the Sith Lord Exar Kun and Sith Apprentice Darth Maul. Kun's lightsaber was both double-bladed and dual-phase.

When the activator is pushed, internal power cells create photoelectric energy and the blade is focused from the crystal. A tight, non-thermal parallel beam of plasma energy appears on command which is focused through one, two, or three multi-faceted crystals. The activation button energizes the weapon forming a positively-charged shaft of coherent packets of energy about a meter long. The plasma beam is attracted back to the saber hilt by a negatively-charged, high-energy flux aperture. The plasma packets are recycled to create the glowing blade by a power cell superconductor. The saber hums and scintillates with a distinct sound and has a shimmering blade. The entire functioning processes are completely contained and self-regenerative.
PostPosted: Tue Jul 12, 2005 7:32 pm


Lightsaber Crystals:


BONDAR
Description: This crystal was mined on a far orbit asteroid circling the Alderaan system. It produces a volatile lightsaber beam that pulses on impact, potentially stunning an opponent. Location(s): Crystal Cave (Dantooine)


RUBAT
Description: Used in lightsaber construction, rubat crystal is mined on Phemis. It produces a clearly defined blade that a Jedi can easily track, making it easier to hit opponents.
Location(s): Crystal Cave


SIGIL
Description: Mined in the Sigil system, this crystal is a costly but valued addition to a lightsaber. It produces a fiercely bright beam that sears on contact, inflicting great damage. Location(s): n/a


DAMIND
Description: Found on the desert world of Daminia, this crystal can be used in lightsaber construction to produce a clearly defined beam of subtly wider width and length.
Location(s): Kashyyyk


NEXTOR
Description: The crystal is mined in the mountains of planet M'haeli, and when used in lightsaber construction it produces a volatile blade that can cause surprising amounts of damage.
Location(s):Kashyyyk


OPILA
Description: Found in the asteroid fields of the Fyrth system, this crystal can be used in lightsaber construction to produce an intense beam that seams extraordinarily quick to the cut.
Location(s): Tantooine


KRAYT DRAGON PEARL
Description: Taken from the gullet of a krayt dragon, this crystalline "pearl" appears to have qualities that might allow it to function as a lightsaber crystal once properly adapted.
Location(s): given after slaying a Krayt Dragon


JENRUAX
Description: The refined form of Opila, this crystal has been cleansed of all impurities. When used in lightsaber construction it produces a blade of unerring quickness.
Location(s): n/a


LUXUM
Description: Ambria was a world in the grip of the dark side. Through years of mental battle, strange Jedi Master Thon contained the evil to Lake Natth. Long meditation can form this powerful crystal from the tainted water.
Location(s): Manaan


ERALAM
Description: Once mined on the third moon of Erai, ancient Sith bombardment shattered much that remained. If they can be found, these crystals produce a clear, superior lightsaber beam.
Location(s): Korriban


PHOND
Description: The strange byproduct of rare impurities bonding during the making of certain alloys and some random external condition, this crystal produces a fiercely burning lightsaber beam.
Location(s): Korriban


FIRKRANN
Description: This heavy crystal is created by the natives of Rafa V. If used in lightsaber construction it produces an electrically charged beam that is devastating to droids.
Location(s):Korriban


SOLARI (Jedi use only)
Description: There are many famous lightsaber crystals spoken of in the history of the Jedi Order, though none is as powerful as the legendary Solari Crystal. An artifact of true light side power, only those Jedi who are pure in spirit can wield a lightsaber equipped with the gleaming gem. When the great Jedi Master Ood Bnar initiated his life-cycle change after a thousand years of serving the Order, he bequeathed the Solari Crystal to his most promising student, a young female Jedi named Shaela Nuur. When Shaela disappeared shortly after the time of the Great Hunt, the Solari Crystal vanished with her.
Location(s) biggrin antooine, Kashyyyk, Korriban


SAPITH
Description: This crystallized material was excreted once every 11 years by the ancient Volice worm of Lwhekk, now extinct. It produces a more intense lightsaber beam, granting better control.
Location(s): Lwhekk


UPARI
Description: Strangely, this crystal is usually encountered scattered in the orbit of primarily forest worlds. It is brittle but versatile, and a Master Jedi can get it to produce many effects.
Location(s): Kashyyyk, Endor



Legendary Crystals



Heart of the Guardian

Blade Color: Dark Blue

Description: Though its origins have been lost, the legendary artifact known as the Heart of the Guardian was rumored to have been instrumental in the founding of the guardian order of Jedi. Nothing further is mentioned in any Jedi archive, but both Sith and Jedi whisper their own legends. According to the Jedi, the Heart will appear in a time of greatest turmoil and deliver the galaxy into salvation. The Sith, however, believe it to be an object of their heritage, which will bring the galaxy under their dominion. The Heart of the Guardian appears to be a magnificently shaped lightsaber crystal of unknown composition. Analysis by Suvam Tan has yielded inconclusive results, not being able to identify what mineral it's made of. Suvam has even begun to wonder if it is a normal crystal at all, for at times it almost seems as if it were alive. All known lightsaber crystals seem to have a strange resonance with the Heart of the Guardian, their properties being altered or enhanced when in close proximity to it. Additionally, energy focused through the Heart results in a beam of unique clarity and color.



Mantle of the Force

Blade Color: Blood Red

Description: The Mantle of the Force is an item assembled by Suvam Tan from pieces found in the ruins of Exar Kun's temples on the fourth moon orbiting Yavin. It appears to be the remains of an even older artifact of unknown origin. It is not known if it was used by Exar kun, or just uncovered when his temples were destroyed. Nor is it known what the original properties of the item were, but given the current abilities, in its original state it must have been fearsome indeed. The Mantle is a crystalline lattice, resembling a lightsaber crystal in many ways, but having the additional property of being able to radically alter the flow of energy that passes through it. When combined with other crystals, the Mantle warps their properties, often enhancing them to incredible levels. Additionally, the Mantle seems to almost act as a focusing tool for Force- sensitive individuals, leading to the idea that the original artifact may once have been a powerful tool of the Sith, or perhaps something they took with them when the dark Jedi originally split from the Order.

Qui-Li Djinn
Vice Captain


Qui-Li Djinn
Vice Captain

PostPosted: Tue Jul 12, 2005 7:41 pm


Lightsaber Combinations



Sigil, Upari

Benefits: This combination is good for straight up power against any force. It makes a double-bladed lightsaber an effective killing machine. This combination also serves as a powerful main- hand lightsaber for heavy damage.



Upari, Solari

Limitation: Can only be used by a Light Jedi
Benefits: All Light Side players should have this combination in one of their lightsabers. This is an effective Dark Jedi killing combination.



Luxum, Firkrann

Benefits: These two crystals combined can make a lightsaber a highly effective weapon against any droid. Though I would not recommend this for a double- bladed lightsaber. It does make a great off-hand lightsaber for dual lightsabers.



Nextor, Opila

Benefits: This combination increases the chance of a more powerful strike.



Bondar, Jenruax

Benefits: This combination makes an effective off-hand lightsaber, more for defense rather than power. It adds a nice bonus to blaster deflection and also adds a chance to stun an enemy.



Krayt Dragon Pearl, Sapith

Benefits: Increase your chance of a direct hit to the body. This combination works well as a main lightsaber or an off-hand lightsaber paired with the Power combination to make an unstoppable duo.
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