The Ultimate Lightsaber Color Guide

What does the color lightsaber mean, and which one suits me best? The ultimate lightsaber color guide.

If you're looking for information about the different lightsaber colors in the Star Wars universe and what they mean, or which color suits you best, you've come to the right place. Below, you'll find a comprehensive article about the different lightsaber colors, their meanings, and which famous Star Wars characters use which color. The article also includes questions readers can answer to determine which lightsaber color suits them best.

Lightsaber colours: characters and meaning at a glance

Below, we distinguish what the films and series actually show from symbolism and playful fan interpretations. Older stories labelled Legends and colour choices in games are not automatically part of current canon.

Other shades: brown, grey, pink and light blue have no fixed, generally applicable meaning. Below you can read what that means for your colour choice.

Brown · Grey · Pink · Light blue

Introduction: how does a lightsaber get its colour?

A lightsaber is an iconic weapon from the Star Wars universe used by Jedi and Sith. A kyber crystal helps focus the weapon's energy and determines the blade's colour. It is not a battery that stores the Force. Kyber crystals are connected to the Force and gain their colour through their bond with their user. A red blade results when a dark-side user makes a crystal ‘bleed’.

The Jedi search for kyber crystals on the planet Ilum. They embark on a spiritual journey to find the crystal that suits them. The Sith, on the other hand, often steal kyber crystals from the Jedi or find them in other ways. The process of building a Star Wars lightsaber is an important ritual for both Jedi and Sith, as it connects them to the Force and their own identity as Force users.

What colors of lightsabers are there and what do these lightsaber colors mean?

Blue

Blue is one of the best-known Jedi lightsaber colours. Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi wield blue lightsabers, for example in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith. Rey uses the blue Skywalker saber in The Force Awakens. Calm, loyalty and determination are fitting fan associations, but blue does not automatically define a Jedi's personality or role.

If you choose a blue lightsaber, you are likely someone loyal to friends and family, determined to keep the peace and do what is right. You have a strong sense of discipline and are willing to work hard to achieve your goals. Choosing a blue lightsaber means you are a determined Jedi, willing to fight for justice and peace in the universe.

Green

The green lightsaber is known from Luke Skywalker, Yoda and Qui-Gon Jinn. Luke uses his own green lightsaber in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, after losing his father's blue saber in The Empire Strikes Back. Qui-Gon fights with a green blade in The Phantom Menace.

If you choose a green lightsaber, you are likely someone who strives for balance and harmony, and has a strong connection to nature and the environment.

Red

The red lightsaber is associated with the Sith and other users of the dark side. Red is created by corrupting a kyber crystal: making the crystal ‘bleed’. Darth Vader, Darth Sidious and Darth Maul use red blades. Maul's double-bladed lightsaber appears in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. Kylo Ren uses a red crossguard lightsaber in The Force Awakens.

If you choose a red lightsaber, you're likely someone drawn to power and control, even if it means breaking the rules. You're often impulsive and tend to let your emotions take over. However, this can lead to a strong inner strength and self-confidence. Choosing a red lightsaber means you've chosen the side of the Sith and are willing to embrace the dark side of the Force.

Purple

The purple lightsaber is best known from Mace Windu, including during the arena battle in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. Actor Samuel L. Jackson asked George Lucas for a purple blade. The colour makes Windu recognisable, but it does not officially mean that he is half Jedi and half Sith.

In short, if you choose a purple lightsaber, you're probably someone who isn't afraid to go your own way and isn't constrained by traditions and conventions. You're a unique and independent spirit, but you're also loyal to the values ​​that matter to you.

Yellow

The yellow lightsaber is used by Jedi Temple Guards in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Rey reveals her own yellow lightsaber at the end of Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. Protection and a new beginning fit well with these examples.

White

White lightsabers are characteristic of Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars Rebels and Ahsoka. Her blades turn white because she purifies red kyber crystals. Ahsoka was not a Sith who changed sides: she left the Jedi Order. Kanan Jarrus uses a blue blade, not a white one. Purification and following her own path are fitting associations with Ahsoka's story.

Black (Darksaber)

The black lightsaber is called the Darksaber, a unique weapon with a glowing white edge. Tarre Vizsla, the first Mandalorian Jedi, created it. He was not a Sith and did not found Death Watch. After his death, the Jedi kept the weapon; members of House Vizsla later took it from the Jedi Temple. The Darksaber became a symbol of Mandalorian leadership. It appears in The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels and The Mandalorian, wielded by characters such as Pre Vizsla, Darth Maul, Sabine Wren, Din Djarin, Moff Gideon and Bo-Katan Kryze. A black blade does not automatically indicate allegiance to the dark side. Read more in our Darksaber guide.

Orange

Orange lightsabers are seen with Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati in the series Ahsoka. If you see yourself as an explorer and a practical person, an orange lightsaber may suit you.

Brown

Brown is not a common lightsaber colour in the Star Wars films and series and does not have a fixed meaning there for diplomacy or a Jedi class. If you see yourself as a peaceful person and someone who likes to resolve conflicts without violence, a brown lightsaber may suit you.

Grey

A grey lightsaber is not an official designation for a Jedi who stands between the light and dark side. If you see yourself as someone who does not like being put in boxes and can weigh different perspectives, grey may suit you as a personal colour choice.

Pink

Pink does not have a fixed meaning for diplomacy, love or a particular group. Pink is a personal style choice and is not tied to gender or a specific Jedi role. If you choose a pink lightsaber, you are probably a warm person who is emotionally involved with others and strongly believes in the good in people. You may also be an independent thinker who chooses your own path instead of following the crowd.

Light blue

If you like a calm, bright appearance, light blue may suit you as a personal colour choice.

Time for the selection guide! Which lightsaber color is right for me?

Which lightsaber colour suits you? The following 13 questions are a playful guide to help you find your favourite colour. Answer the questions and then look at the colour ideas in the answers.

1. What's your primary motivation for using the Force ? Are you focused on personal growth and development, or are you more focused on helping others?
2. How do you handle confrontations? Are you willing to fight for what you believe in, or do you prefer to seek peaceful solutions?
3. What is your concept of justice? Are you focused on punishing evil, or on promoting good?
4. How important is it to you to have a strong connection with the Force ? Are you willing to invest time and energy in meditation and training, or are you more focused on practical applications of the Force ?
5. How important is your connection to nature and the environment around you? Are you sensitive to the energies and feelings of others and nature, or are you more focused on technology?
6. How do you deal with fear and emotions? Are you able to control your fears, or do they tend to overwhelm you?
7. How important is being a leader to you? Are you focused on leading others and making decisions, or are you more focused on following others and collaborating?
8. How important is it to you to become a master of the Force? Are you willing to dedicate your entire life to training and developing your skills, or are you more focused on finding a balance between your powers and the rest of your life?
9. How important is it to you to forge your own path, rather than following the rules and traditions of others? Are you willing to take risks and explore new paths, or are you more focused on adhering to established norms and values?
10. How important is it to you to protect others? Are you willing to sacrifice yourself for the greater good, or are you more focused on protecting yourself and your loved ones?
11. How important is it to you to maintain your own identity, even if it means being different from others? Are you willing to forge your own path, even if it means facing opposition, or are you more focused on following the crowd?
12. How important is it to you to have control over your environment? Are you willing to manipulate your environment to achieve your goals, or are you more focused on accepting things as they are?
13. How important is it to know and understand the truth? Are you willing to gather knowledge and information, even when faced with a difficult truth, or do you prefer to follow your intuition?

Meaning of the answers:

These are colour ideas for this guide, not official meanings from Star Wars canon.

1. Personal growth and development: green
2. Willingness to fight for justice: blue
3. Your own perspective on justice: purple
4. Exploring the Force: yellow
5. Connection with nature: brown
6. Calm and a new beginning: white
7. Power and a bold appearance: red
8. Discovery and adventure: orange
9. Following your own path: black
10. Protecting others: yellow
11. Preserving your identity: grey
12. Warmth and personal expression: pink
13. Knowledge and understanding: blue

Choosing a Star Wars lightsaber starts with what you like: a favourite colour, character or hilt. Adjustable RGB Baselit and Neopixel versions let you change the blade colour; controls and available settings vary by soundboard. You do not have to rely only on the colour in a product photo. Check the product page for the version that suits you. An LED saber imitates a blade's light: a truly black, glowing blade like the Darksaber cannot be selected as an ordinary LED colour.

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Above all, choose a lightsaber that suits your favourite Star Wars character and your own style. May the Force be with you!