There are several definitions for a lightsaber, each description varies but the
basic principles remain the same. A lightsaber is constructed by a
Jedi, Dark Jedi, and Sith Padawan/Apprentice to reach that next "level" in training,
constructing your own lightsaber, shows that you have matured enough in
the Force to learn the more advanced techniques. When you build your
lightsaber you learn patience, control, logic, physics, and other needed
skills for without the knowledge of them, your lightsaber would fail
to operate properly, and if a crystal should be mis-aligned, the
results could be tragic, as it would cause the lightsaber to detonate
upon activation.

Although each saber is unique, the weapon's basic design remains the
same, the handle is generally 24 to 30 centimeters long, holding a power cell
as well as one or more crystals, typically of the Adegen Family, but not limited
to them. Seldom is there more than three gems within one saber hilt, the purpose of
them is to focus the energy released by the power cell into as tight, blade-like beam.
The blade's color is thought to depend on the nature of the jewel/crystal it springs from
and while its length is fixed in the case of a single jewel/crystal lightsaber,
sabers equipped with multiple crystals can have their length varied, by a
rotating knob switch which allowsthe focusing crystal activator to subtly
modify the refraction pattern between the gems/crystals.

A lightsaber can cut through virtually anything, except another lightsaber blade but they
require years of practice to wield effectivly. Each lightsaber hilt is handcrafted as part of
a Jedi/Dark Jedi/Sith's training, typically resembling the hilt of their Master. Some saber
hilts have very unique design elements, and are considered works of art, as well as weapons
of protection. Lightsabers typically take a month to construct and test, however during an
emergency a Jedi/Dark Jedi/Sith can construct a "makeshift" lightsaber, that tends to
break down after a few days, but perfect for emergencies, given the
craft is understood, and easily duplicated slightly, as there is no known
"set" way to construct a saber, due to the unique angles cut along the crystals inside.
 
 

~Metallic Cylinder~
This metallic casing is the main element to
holding the components together, typically constructed of durasteel
or in some cases mandale steel.

~Focal lens~
This component is used to focus the beam created
by the jewels/crystals and power cell.

~Superconductor~
This conductor is a prime element in saber construction
used to balance the heat distrubution as well as aid the power cell in creating the
shimmering beam of energy, known as the saber blade.

~Adegen Crystals~
These crystals are the most known, used
to focus and tighten the lightsaber beam. They are also the best choice
for doing this task, however other gems can be used, but have lesser effect,
making the saber beam, below its potential.

~Power Cell~
The power cell is just as the name implies, its
used to give the power needed to create the energy for a lightsaber's
vibrant blade.

~Concave Disk~
This is basically used to aid in
the saber blade focusing process.

~Exterior Controls~
These consist of adjustment knobs,
power switches, and
other key componets needed to
allow control over the function of the lightsaber.

~High Energy Flux Aperture~
This compont is simular to the concave disk.
 
 

I

A lightsaber blade is 1 meter long with no mass, the hilt is 24-30 centimeters in length.
Typical colors are red, blue, green, and purple...but not limited to them.

II

A lightsaber's blade can be extended to a certian degree, if there are multiple
gems within it, and the appropriate controls to control it.

III

A lightsaber can cut through virtually anything EXCEPT another lightsaber
blade, when the blade contacts another surface the energy in the blade
tends to weaken its power, yet increase the heat within the object it has
contact with, thus melting it or increasing the heat to a white-hot temperature.

IV

Lightsabers, are not proven to not be able to function underwater.
 
 

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