5. Adjustable Lightsaber
Did you know Vaders signature lightsaber has a dual-phase function that allows him to change the size of his blade? While this little fact is canon in the Star Wars universe, we are never shown it in action, and it's now time to show it in action. Adjusting the length of the blade presents options during combat, and it would be great to see those options available. Its not clear how easily or quickly the lightsaber blade can change size, but most likely its an instantaneous process. Just look at how quickly the blade can ignite and you can take it from there. Instantly shifting from a dagger to a sword is an interesting idea that could get some play, particularly as it messes with an opponent's expectations of your range. Imagine your opponent is standing X feet away from the edge of the blade, and suddenly X isnt what it used to be.
Sean Capelle
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A wry wit writer from Florida, Sean literally bleeds Star Wars. He enjoys spending time with his three kids and indulging in a game of Hearthstone or Magic: The Gathering every now and then.
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