ADEGAN CRYSTAL
Adegan crystals were commonly used by Jedi as a main component of a lightsaber. Also known as "Ilum crystals", these rare Force-reactive stones were primarily found in the Adega system, and on the planet Ilum. A fair amount of these crystals could also be found on the planet Halm and in parts of the Cularin system asteroid belt. The vast majority of lightsaber crystals from Ilum were green or blue in color, but all of them had the special properties that made them ideal for a Jedi's weapon. When induced by resonant frequencies, the crystals emitted powerful bursts of light, and further components of a lightsaber harnessed this power into a rod-like beam. Adegan crystals had a special connection to the Force, and it was through their use that Jedi created a bond between themselves, the Force, and their weapon. The Adegan crystals in a lightsaber gave off a weak force signature that could be sensed by any Jedi.
Types of Adegan: * Kathracite was the most common form of Adegan crystal, followed by relacite and danite. These crystals didn't focus energy as well as their rarer cousins, and thus were usually reserved for use in training sabers.
* Mephite was a typical Adegan crystal used by the Jedi.
* Pontite was the rarest and most powerful type of Adegan crystal. Nearly impossible to find, it resonated with a powerful aura that cooled both skin and tempers.
Barab ore
Barab ore was a resource to Barab I. It actually lay on the planet's surface, meaning it was exposed to high doses of radiation and torrential downpours daily. This ore could be found in concentrated ingots that actually stored and magnified the radiation. When placed in a lightsaber, the ingots produced a blade that burned almost to the point of losing its cohesion.
Bondar
Bondar was a type of crystal used in the construction of lightsabers, also known as lightsaber crystals. An asteroid in far orbit around the Alderaan system was the only known source of bondar. This crystal was capable of briefly stunning an opponent if the lightsaber scraped the flesh of an opponent.
Corusca gems
Corusca gems were extremely rare and valuable crystals. They were produced by a combination of the extreme pressures present in the atmosphere of Yavin Prime—pressures great enough to crush elements together—and the scraping of the liquefied air of the planet against its metallic core. The sizes of Corusca gems increased with proximity to the core of Yavin. They could be found only in very select locations in the galaxy, and their vibrancy resulted in them becoming the namesake of the galactic capital: Coruscant. The Corusca Gem Casino was also named after these gems.
Damind
Damind was a type of lightsaber crystal used in the construction of lightsabers. The planet Daminia was the only known source of damind. When set in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, damind created a wider and longer blade than seen on a standard lightsaber, able to more-easily deflect blaster fire.
Dragite
Dragite crystals were found on M'haeli, in the D'lope Mountain Range. The beam they created resonated loudly when it struck, inflicting a minor amount of damage.
Eralam
Eralam was a type of lightsaber crystal once mined on the third moon of Erai, though orbital bombardments by ancient Sith forces against the moon made them very rare. If they could be found, Eralam crystals produced a clear, superior lightsaber beam.
Firkrann
Firkrann crystals were a comparatively heavy lightsaber crystal mined on the planet of Rafa V. The crystal imparts an electrical charge to the weapon that contains it--especially devastating to droids.
Heart of the Guardian
The Heart of the Guardian was an ancient crystal that was rediscovered on the surface of Yavin 4 by the Rodian inventor Suvam Tan some time prior to the Jedi Civil War. Possibly utilized as a lightsaber crystal by the redeemed Revan, it gave the blade of any such weapon into which it was installed a distinct red-orange appearance. The Heart was one of two legendary crystals that Revan possibly obtained from Tan near the end of his quest to find and destroy the Star Forge, the other being the Mantle of the Force. When placed within a lightsaber, it altered the properties of other crystals that the lightsaber carried in a positive way; this crystal created a fast yet devastating blade that was perfect for lightsaber combat. According to prophecies of the Jedi Order, the Heart would appear at the time of greatest turmoil and help in bringing the galaxy into to salvation. However, the Sith also believed it to be an object of their heritage, which in turn would have brought about their domination of known space.
Hurrikaine crystals
Hurrikaine crystals were deep blue to violet lightsaber crystals from the planet Hurikane admired for their unparalleled beauty. When used in lightsabers, they created blades that were very good at penetrating defenses.
Jenruax
Jenruax was a type of lightsaber crystal occasionally used in lightsaber construction. A refined form of Opila, the Jenruax crystal had to be cleansed of impurities before use. When set in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, jenruax made the blade more agile.
Lava Crystal
The Lava Crystal was a lightsaber crystal that could only be found on volcanic planets and moons such as Mustafar. It generated a blade that resembled lava. The crystal itself was less focused and concentrated than normal crystals, therefore lava itself was generated from the extreme heat of the blade and sometimes splashed and dripped out from the blade itself. This rare crystal was rumored to be very powerful.
Lorrdian Gemstones
Lorrdian gemstones were crystals used to upgrade lightsabers. They originated during the Kanz Disorders, when the enslaved Lorrdians were forced to develop kinetic communication to communicate with one another. This gave the Lorrdians the ability to better predict the actions of others, including their Argazdan overlords, by careful observation of subtle changes in body language. A few Force-sensitive Lorrdians imbued certain gemstones with simlar abilities. When these gems were installed in a lightsaber, the user was better able to read the actions of their opponents. This enhanced the wielder's overall defenses and ability to deflect blaster bolts.
Luxum crystal
A Luxum crystal was a type of crystal that could be used in lightsaber construction. These crystals were from the world of Ambria, a planet gripped by dark energies, where they were formed out of the minerals and Force energy contained in Lake Natth through long and deep meditation. They were more effect against droids, imparting an ion effect to a lightsaber blade when used the construction of the weapon. Luxum crystals were one type of mineral sought out by fugitive Jedi
Mantle of the Force
The Mantle of the Force was a powerful crystal rediscovered by Suvam Tan and possibly used by Revan. It added a silver-cyan color to a lightsaber. Revan purchased this crystal from Suvam Tan near the end of his search for the Star Forge, as well as another legendary crystal, the Heart of the Guardian. He discovered that when placed in a lightsaber, its properties altered depending on the other crystals the lightsaber carried, making it more powerful in the areas that the other crystals improved; though it always enhanced Force abilities.
Nextor
Nextor was a type of crystal occasionally used in lightsaber construction. The crystal was mined in the mountains of the world M'haeli. When set in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, nextor generated a highly volatile, yet powerful blade.
Opila
Opila was a type of crystal occasionally used in lightsaber construction. The crystal was mined in an asteroid field in the Fyrth system. When set in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, opila generated an intense blade capable of cutting through most materials quickly.
Phond
Phond was a strange byproduct resulting from rare impurities bonding during the making of certain alloys due to as-yet-unknown external conditions. This crystal produced a fiercely burning lightsaber beam.
Qixoni
Qixoni crystals were exceedingly rare lightsaber crystals of a dark red color. These unique, powerful gems were formed when a certain planet was consumed as its star went supernova. The power of a Qixoni crystal could only be harnessed by one with great strength in the Dark side of the Force. The crystal was said to enhance one's Force abilities, in addition to enhancing the lightsaber blade's power to significant degree.
Rubat
Rubat was a type of crystal used in the construction of lightsabers, also known as lightsaber crystals. The planet Phemis was the only known source of rubat. When placed in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, rubat sharpened the appearance and definition of the blade, allowing its wielder to easily track the blade and strike opponents properly. The crystal would also help its wielder attack faster.
Ruusan
Ruusan crystals come from the Mid Rim planet of the same name. While not directly affecting a lightsaber's effectiveness, they aided a Jedi in focusing the Force. Ruusan crystals were lost after the Ruusan Reformation.
Sapith
Sapith was a type of crystal occasionally used in lightsaber construction. The crystal was excreted by the now extinct Volice worm, a creature from the Ssi-ruuk homeworld Lwhekk, once every eleven standard years. When set in a lightsaber's crystal chamber, sapith generated an intense blade, easier to control than most other blades.
Solari
Solari was one of the oldest and most powerful lightsaber crystals of the Jedi Order. It was a light orange gem that only a Jedi who was pure in spirit and an ardent follower of the light side of the Force could use. It could not be corrupted by the dark side and its owner had to always stay pure of heart for it to function. The Solari crystal could rarely be found. It was only visible in the late evening and was found on the planet Sacorria, a peaceful yet secretive planet.
Velmorita
Velmorite was a yellow lightsaber crystal found only on the planet Velmor. They were used to produce high quality Velmorite energy swords, though other applications were certainly possible. When used in a lightsaber, this crystal created a fine, thin blade for graceful, fluid wielding.
Viridian crystal
The viridian crystal was a rare type of lightsaber crystal, that when used in a lightsaber, produced a silvery-green beam. Many ancient Jedi and Sith alike used this crystal as a sign of honor and rank among fellow Jedi or Sith. In more recent years, the viridian crystal could be found in many museums and private collections around the galaxy, making it hard for a lightsaber wielder to find a rare crystal such as this. The Jedi prized this crystal as an artifact with Force-sensitive capabilities. Some Jedi enhanced these crystals with Force energy, whereas the Sith chemically enhanced their crystals, allowing the lightsaber beam to inflict greater damage.
Subject: Lightsaber 
Mon Sep 01, 2008 2:09 pm
