Workbench: Lightsaber upgrades can be particular valuable as they are normally difficult to find. Lightsaber upgrades that can be crafted include lenses, emitters, and power cells. These can have a variety of effects and all lightsabers are fully upgradeable. Lightsabers are also equipped with a color crystal. This crystal determines the color of the blade, but has no other effect. Color crystals cannot be created. Finally, a lightsaber can also be upgraded with up to two power crystals. Lightsaber crystals can have profound effects, but these rare items must be found and cannot be crafted through normal means.
All energy cells, emitters and lenses can be created using a workbench with sufficient skill rank and components.
Energy cells
This power cell modifies the energy output of lightsabers, allowing skilled users to better deliver powerful attacks. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Deflection emitters are optimized for use against blaster fire. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Disrupting emitters create an unsteady beam which can wreck havoc on a victim's nervous system. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Made for the more aggressive combatant, the phobium emitter is heavier and less wieldy than the typical disrupting emitter. It is also indisputably more effective. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Refined Phobium Emitter
This most advanced disruptor emitter is both effective and easier to use than most phobium emitters.
Fencing emitters are most suitable for parrying hand-to-hand attacks. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
The kunda stone has numerous practical applications in medicine and communications. It can also be combined with normal lens to produce a broader, yet still focused beam. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Ossus was known for its Great Jedi Library, however other training still took place on its surface. After being consumed by the Cron supernova, several pieces of equipment were still found in the halls of the Jedi Enclave.
The dueling lens was meant to focus a lightsaber into a finely tuned blade meant for dueling and other instances where complete control is needed. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Though typically used as a focusing crystal, dragite is one of several crystals that can also be used to create suitable lightsaber lenses. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Though typically used as a focusing crystal, adegan is one of several crystals that can also be used to create suitable lightsaber lenses. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
The rare pontite crystal is not only a powerful focusing crystal, but also an ideal substance for a lightsaber lens. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Byrothsis was originally used to create infrared camera lenses, but has since found use in other applications, including lightsaber lenses. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
The aptly named beam gem crystals are common in optical computers such as those involved in navigational systems. Not surprisingly, they also can create a highly focused lightsaber beam. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
This lens vibrates very rapidly, resulting in a less stable, but more deadly beam. The modifications require a workbench with adequate tools and a weapon of high quality marked as upgradeable.
Color crystals
Lightsabers always have one crystal which determines blade color, so getting a lightsaber always gives you a color crystal as well. Lightsabers can be upgraded to change their color, but since they must have a color crystal you cannot do so if the only crystals you have are in other lightsabers: you must have at least one of the separate color crystals listed below to allow this.
Crystal, Blue
Blade Color: Blue
A facetted crystal used in the constructing of a lightsaber. It glows faintly with an inner blue light.
A facetted crystal used in the constructing of a lightsaber. Yellowish-brown in color, the same sort of crystal is sometimes used in high resolution displays.
This may only be acquired using the Giveitem cheat, or by acquiring a lightsaber containing one.
Power crystals
Lightsabers can be upgraded with two power crystals of different types. Although rare, there are some sources which normally contain one:
For example, a Kaiburr crystal can never be selected before your main character gains level 23, and it's only a rare selection before level 28: beyond this, only the seven highest crystals can be a normal or rare selection.
Used in lightsaber construction, rubat crystal is mined on Phemis. It produces a clearly defined blade that a Jedi can easily track, making it easier to hit opponents.
Ruusan crystals come from the Mid Rim planet of the same name. While not directly affecting a lightsaber's effectiveness, they aid a Jedi in focusing the Force.
This crystal is mined in the mountains of planet M'haeli, and when used in lightsaber construction it produces a volatile blade that can cause surprising amounts of damage.
Dragite crystals are found on M'haeli, in the D'olop mountain range. The beam they create resonates loudly when it strikes, inflicting a minor amount of sonic damage.
This heavy crystal is collected by the natives of Rafa V. If used in lightsaber construction it produces an electrically charged beam that is devastating to droids.
The strange byproduct of rare impurities bonding during the making of certain alloys and some random external condition, this crystal produces a fiercely burning lightsaber beam.
This crystal was mined on a far-orbit asteroid circling the Alderaan system. It produces a volatile lightsaber beam that pulses on impact, potentially stunning an opponent.
Mined in the Sigil System, this crystal is a costly but valued addition to a lightsaber. It produces a fiercely bright beam that sears on contact, inflicting great damage.
The refined form of Opila, this crystal has been cleansed of all impurities. When used in lightsaber construction it produces a blade of unerring quickness.
This crystal is traditionally used by the Cereans as a meditation tool. When used as a lightsaber crystal, it helps clear the wielder's mind of distractions, even during tense combat.
Found in the asteroid fields of the Fyrth system, this crystal can be used in lightsaber construction to produce an intense beam that seems extraordinarily quick to the cut.
Once mined on the third moon of Erai, ancient Sith bombardment shattered much that remained. If they can be found, these crystals produce a clear, superior lightsaber beam.
Found on the desert world of Daminia, this crystal can be used in lightsaber construction to produce a clearly defined beam of subtly wider width and length.
This crystallized material was excreted once every 11 years by the ancient Volice worm of Lwhekk, now extinct. It produces a more intense lightsaber beam, granting better control.
Strangely, this crystal is usually encountered scattered in the orbit of primarily forest worlds. It is brittle but versatile, and a Master Jedi can get it to produce many effects.
An unusual choice for a lightsaber focusing crystal, this rare stone can be found on Calamari. Difficult to properly install in a lightsaber, this valuable stone has powerful effects.
There are many famous lightsaber crystals spoken of in the history of the Jedi Order. An artifact of true light side power, only those Jedi who are pure in spirit can wield a lightsaber equipped with this gleaming white gem.
When the great Jedi Master Ood Bnar initiated his life-cycle change after a thousand years of serving the Order, he bequeathed the Solari crystal to his most promising student, a young female Jedi named Shaela Nuur. When Shaela disappeared shortly after the time of the Great Hunt, the Solari crystal vanished with her.
During their subjugation, the Lorrdians were banned from speaking to each other and thus learned to use subtle gestures and ticks to communicate. The few Force-Adepts found after the Jedi freed the population of slaves has imprinted these gemstones with the Force to enhance the ability to read an opponent.
The ore from Barab I actually lies on the planet's surface, meaning it is exposed to high doses of radiation and torrential downpours daily. This ore can be found in concentrated ingots that actual store and magnify the radiation.
When placed in a lightsaber, the ingots produce a blade that burns almost to the point of losing its cohesion.
This crystal possesses legendary healing powers and numerous other effects. It is one of the most potent crystals that can be used in lightsaber creation.
Qixoni crystals were formed on a planet that was destroyed millenia ago when its star went supernova. They are exceedingly rare and also quite powerful.
The very rare Hurrikaine crystal is best known for its unparalleled beauty. When used in a lightsaber, the dark gemstone creates a devastating beam that can partially penetrate any defenses.
This may only be acquired using the Giveitem cheat. However, it is available from a corpse within the Trayus Academy on Malachor V with the Restored Content Mod installed.
Name Crystal
This crystal is bound to Name. Its power reflects that of its master.
You acquire this crystal from the Glowing Crystal Formation in the middle of the Crystal Chamber at the back of the Crystal Cave on Dantooine. The color in its description is affected by your alignment:
Alignment
Very dark (0)
Dark (1-39)
Neutral (40-60)
Light (61-99)
Very light (100)
Color
Black
Dark
Grey
Light
White
Restricted to
Dark Side
Dark Side, Neutral
Light Side, Neutral
Light Side
Since this is a power crystal, its color doesn't affect the color of your lightsaber, but it reflects the bonuses it grants. Its description also reflects the bonuses granted based on your character level:
Level
Description
Level
Description
1-11
The crystal is opaque.
24-26
The crystal glows brightly.
12-14
The crystal is translucent.
27-29
The crystal glows brilliantly.
15-17
The crystal glows very faintly.
30-32
The crystal glows intensely.
18-20
The crystal glows dimly.
33-50
The crystal radiates an immense amount of light, almost blinding anyone who looks at it.
21-23
The crystal glows moderately.
Kreia can refocus your crystal to change or upgrade its bonuses:
Kreia: That crystal is bonded to you. Through you it acquires its character and strength. And through it, your power is enhanced.
Kreia: Most interesting... your crystal does not perfectly reflect your current self. Remove it from your lightsaber, then ask me about it again.
Kreia: Let me focus on the crystal for a moment... There... now it is fully in tune with you again.
Kreia: Should your power increase or your resolve change, speak to me again about this matter and I will help you refocus your crystal.
Kreia: Is there something else you wished?
She only refocuses it if your alignment or level changes sufficiently, and you can no longer speak to her about it once you have found the last of the Lost Jedi.
Both light and white crystals grant these bonuses, including On Hit: Slowed 25% chance, 6 seconds. Only white crystals grant the Light Side: vs Dark Side damage bonus.
Workbench: Lightsaber upgrades can be particular valuable as they are normally difficult to find. Lightsaber upgrades that can be crafted include lenses, emitters, and power cells. These can have a variety of effects and all lightsabers are fully upgradeable. Lightsabers are also equipped with a color crystal. This crystal determines the color of the blade, but has no other effect. Color crystals cannot be created. Finally, a lightsaber can also be upgraded with up to two power crystals. Lightsaber crystals can have profound effects, but these rare items must be found and cannot be crafted through normal means.
Kreia: That crystal is bonded to you. Through you it acquires its character and strength. And through it, your power is enhanced.