Light Saber

The lightsaber is the weapon of a Jedi, an elegant armament of a more civilized time. In comparison, blasters are crude, inaccurate and loud affairs. To carry a lightsaber is an example of incredible skill and confidence, dexterity and attunement to the Force.

When deactivated, a lightsaber appears as a polished metallic handle, about 30 centimeters long, lined with control studs. At the press of a button the energy contained within is liberated and forms as a shaft of pure energy about a meter long. The saber hums and scintillates with a distinct sound. Its shimmering blade is capable of cutting through almost anything, save for the blade of another lightsaber.

In the hands of a Jedi, a lightsaber is almost unstoppable. It can be used to cut through blast doors or enemies alike. Using the Force, a Jedi can predict and deflect incoming blaster bolts, and reflect them back at the firer.

Although use of the lightsaber is strictly reserved to the Jedi -- the only ones capable of handling the difficult weapon -- it is also used by their sworn enemies, the Sith.

Light Saber Techniques

Basic Lightsaber Attacks

The Light Saber has four basic primary attacks. Each attack can be performed in two ways, depending on how you press the movement keys while holding the Primary Attack button.

Forward Top-Down Hack

Commands: Forward + Primary Attack or Backward + Primary Attack

A fast, deadly attack. If it hits, it can inflict a lot of damage. This attack is best for hitting targets above or below you.

Horizontal Swipe Attack

Commands: Strafe Left + Primary Attack or Strafe Right + Primary Attack

A slower attack, this move gives you the best chance of hitting an upright enemy, even if the enemy is moving horizontally. In this move, you will swing from the right while sidestepping to the left or vice versa. This is useful for hitting an enemy in passing, but not for enemies that are jumping or ducking.

Diagonal Slash Down

Commands: Forward + Strafe + Primary Attack or Forward + Strafe Right + Primary Attack

This attack is best for enemies that are close but are not moving. It does not have as much range as the horizontal swipes, but it is faster and has a good chance of hitting enemies in close quarters.

Diagonal Slash Up

Commands: Backward + Strafe Left + Primary Attach or Backward + Strafe Right + Primary Attack

This attack is excellent when surprising an enemy, especially one charging at you. Execute this while running backwards and being chased. It is also good against enemies who are crouching or jumping.

Light Saber Combat Styles

Medium Lightsaber Combat Style ( Yellow )

These attacks are of a medium speed and range and do a decent amount of damage.

Fast Lightsaber Combat Style ( Blue )

These attacks are fast but limited in range, the damage inflicted is low.

Strong Lightsaber Combat Style ( Red )

These attack are very powerful with a long range. Because of the large wind up this style can leave you open to counter attacks.

Light Saber Locking

When two light sabers lock, the combatants are stuck pushing against each other. Repeatedly tap your Primary Attack button to win the lock.

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