How to Unlock All Lightsaber Types in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
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The lightsaber is an iconic weapon in the Star Wars universe, and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order allows players to wield this powerful tool with considerable customization. While you don’t get different types of lightsabers in the sense of varied hilts or physical forms beyond the dual-bladed option, the game does offer distinct blade colors and combat stances. In this article, we’ll guide you through unlocking all the available lightsaber options to maximize your Jedi experience.
The primary lightsaber ‘types’ in Fallen Order revolve around blade colors and combat stances. You cannot unlock a true Darksaber, or change the physical design of the hilt substantially, but you have a surprising degree of customization available to you. Let’s break down how to obtain each.
Blade Colors in Fallen Order
Initial Colors
You’ll start your journey with two colors immediately available:
- Blue: This is the default color of Cal Kestis’ lightsaber, representing his connection to the Jedi Order and their ideals of righteousness and bravery.
- Green: You’ll have access to the green blade from the very beginning. There’s no need to do anything specific to unlock this classic Jedi color.
Ilum Kyber Crystal Colors
To unlock the remaining lightsaber colors, you must progress through the game until you reach the planet Ilum. Here, you’ll discover Kyber Crystals that will grant you these additional options. You can’t miss them. The crystals are encountered as part of the story, and cannot be missed. The colors available on Ilum are:
- Purple: A distinctive color often associated with powerful and sometimes conflicted Force users, a classic choice for any player.
- Cyan: A bright, vibrant blue-green, offering an appealing alternative to the standard blue.
- Magenta: A reddish-purple hue, adding an interesting visual variation to the saber.
- Indigo: A deep, dark blue-purple, providing a more subdued color option.
These colors are unlocked once you progress to Ilum and obtain the respective kyber crystals. Once you acquire them, you will be able to change the color of Cal’s lightsaber at any lightsaber workbench located throughout the game.
No Black Lightsaber
It is important to note that while the game offers several color options, a black lightsaber is not available in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. The Darksaber is an extremely rare and iconic weapon with a unique lore. In Fallen Order, the Darksaber is canonically in the hands of Darth Maul, meaning Cal cannot get his hands on it. While some games may explore this option in the future, it isn’t within Fallen Order‘s scope.
Combat Stances
Beyond colors, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order also features different lightsaber stances that alter Cal’s fighting style. These can be switched freely at any time. You do not get multiple lightsabers, you change the way in which you use the single lightsaber available.
Single Blade
The Single Blade stance is the most basic and fundamental of the combat styles. Cal uses a single lightsaber, offering a balanced fighting style with good offensive and defensive capabilities. This is the stance you begin the game with.
Double-Bladed Lightsaber
At the start of the game, Cal’s lightsaber breaks when he uses it to defend against stormtroopers. During his second visit to the planet Bogano, BD-1 finds an upgrade for his lightsaber – to transform it into a Double-Bladed Lightsaber. This stance allows for wider, sweeping attacks and effective crowd control, but does sacrifice some power. This is unlocked through normal story progression, and cannot be missed.
Related Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can you get a black lightsaber in Jedi: Fallen Order?
No, a black lightsaber is not available in Jedi: Fallen Order. While a Darksaber is a popular item in the Star Wars universe, it is not obtainable in this game due to its specific canonical location in the story.
2. What is the best lightsaber style in Fallen Order?
The most powerful combo is generally considered to be the Single Blade combined with the Double-Bladed Lightsaber. The Single Blade is great for focused single-target attacks, while the Double-Bladed Lightsaber excels in crowd control.
3. Can I change my lightsaber color at any time?
Yes, you can change your lightsaber color at any lightsaber workbench in the game once you have unlocked the corresponding kyber crystals.
4. Does the lightsaber color affect combat?
No, the lightsaber color is purely cosmetic in Fallen Order. It does not have any impact on your combat stats or abilities.
5. Is the Darksaber in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order?
No, the Darksaber is not present in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. It is, at this time in the timeline, in the hands of Darth Maul.
6. What is Cal Kestis’ canonical lightsaber color?
Cal Kestis’ canonical lightsaber color is blue. This is consistent with most promotional materials, cutscenes, and merchandise.
7. What do the different lightsaber colors represent?
Historically:
- Blue represents righteousness and bravery.
- Green is often associated with peace and wisdom.
- Purple can represent moral ambiguity and a powerful connection to both the light and dark sides of the Force.
- Other colors offer unique aesthetics, but their meaning is more open to interpretation.
8. How do I unlock the double-bladed lightsaber in Fallen Order?
You unlock the double-bladed lightsaber during the main story on Bogano during your second visit. It’s a story-driven unlock and cannot be missed.
9. Is there a ‘rainbow’ lightsaber in Jedi: Fallen Order?
No, there is no rainbow lightsaber in Jedi: Fallen Order. This feature is present in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor through a New Journey Plus mode.
10. Can I have two separate lightsabers in Fallen Order?
No, you cannot wield two separate lightsabers simultaneously. Cal uses a single lightsaber that can be modified to a double-bladed one.
11. What is the strongest lightsaber form in Star Wars lore?
Form VII, also known as Juyo or Vaapad, is considered one of the most aggressive forms, but the effectiveness varies with each fighter’s style.
12. Where do I find lightsaber workbenches?
Lightsaber workbenches can be found throughout the game on various planets, including the Mantis (your ship), and on each planet you visit.
13. Is Cal a Gray Jedi?
Cal is not a Gray Jedi. He follows the Jedi Order’s principles.
14. What is the rarest lightsaber color in Star Wars?
Black lightsabers are generally considered the rarest in Star Wars lore. While unavailable in Fallen Order, they are associated with Dark Side users.
15. Can I change the look of the lightsaber hilt in Fallen Order?
You cannot fundamentally alter the lightsaber hilt beyond some minor cosmetic upgrades with the materials you can find. The shape and design will largely remain constant throughout the game.
By understanding these elements of lightsaber customization, you can fully personalize Cal’s journey and experience the game with the iconic weapon that Star Wars is known for. Enjoy your Jedi adventure!