Lightsaber combat in its present form is the outcome of many generations of discoveries, theories, and technological innovations. One particularly consequential result of all this effort was the invention of the seven classic lightsaber combat forms. But it should be understood that lightsaber combat theory also includes certain widely disseminated ideas and tactics that do […]
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Lightsaber forms are often discussed in terms of broad generalities. For instance, Soresu (Form III) is known as the style that emphasizes defense, while Ataru (Form IV) and Juyo (Form VII) are for those who prefer to go on the offensive, and Niman (Form VI) is the “balanced” form for combatants who want to be […]
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The Knights of Ren first arrived on the scene as allies of the First Order during the tumultuous events depicted in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Led by Kylo Ren, this small but intimidating gang of armed marauders acted as his personal bodyguards, and also aided him in the search for the “last Jedi,” Rey […]
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Now that Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker has completed its impressive run at the box office (to the tune of $1.07 billion in ticket sales) and the film has become readily available through various home-viewing formats, the time has come to discuss a certainly spoilery moment revealed at the finale of the […]
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