10 Most Epic Star Wars Lightsaber Duels

8. Rey Vs. Kylo Ren - The Force Awakens

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After killing Han Solo and easily defeating Finn in a lightsaber fight, Kylo Ren finally tries to claim Luke's/Anakin's lightsaber as his own. He extends his hand and Force pulls the lightsaber, only to discover that it's heading towards someone else: Rey. She catches it, in one of the most epic moments in all of the sequel trilogy, and challenges Kylo to a duel.

The fight works well, as it showcases the difference between the light and dark sides of the force. Kylo fights to kill Rey, but she just wants to survive.

At first, Kylo overpowers the undertrained Rey, but at his mention of the Force, she channels some of its power and fights back, taking the offensive. The two become so balanced that, after she cuts a massive gash in his face, the planet splits apart and they have to continue their fight another day.

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