Best Lightsabres to Feel the Force in Your Hands in the UK

Laser Sword: Created for Star Warriors

If you were making a film of a story that happened "a long time ago in a galaxy far away", and this film was about knights and villains, good and evil, love and hate, what kind of weapon would be in your characters hands? Making Star Wars saga, George Lucas was also looking for a weapon appropriate for the peacekeepers of the galaxy. It was supposed to be a sword, but not the one with a steel blade. They were looking for a special weapon that would have a futuristic look. After all, the story takes place in a world where space travels are as common as airplane journeys. With the invention of the laser, the idea was in the air, so a lightsabre (or a laser sword as it was called in the first draft) was just meant to be in the film. It took time and effort before the creators managed to make the "elegant weapon" look and sound which would make people believe that it was a part of the Force itself. But it was worth trying, and today there is hardly someone unfamiliar with this fantastic laser weapon and that humming and buzzing sound you can hear during the battles.

Why Are There Green, Blue, and Red Lightsabres?

For the film characters, creating a lightsabre was not an easy task as well. To make such a sword, the Force-users needed a crystal(s) to produce the sword blade; to imbue it with the Force, Padawans needed to obtain a mental state of tranquillity and meditate on that crystal for days. But before that, they went to the planet of Ilum to gather the cyber crystal, one of the thousands that would call for them and put it into a lightsabre. What is interesting, according to the legend, the crystal remains colourless until it is used by a certain warrior for his sword. Jedis' laser swords usually have either blue or green blades (for example, Yoda lightsabre is green, Anakin lightsabre is blue) and are mostly used for defense. However, in the evil hands, a laser sword turns into a dangerous weapon. Forced to serve anyone who is on the dark side, the crystal turns red, as if it is bleeding. That is why Darth Vader lightsabre and other swords possessed by villains have blades of a red colour.

Making the Coolest On-Screen Weapon Even More Powerful

The design of a lightsabre and a blade may vary as well; it is sometimes modified and enhanced (Darth Maul lightsabre is double-bladed, Kylo Ren lightsabre has a crossguard), and for some reason, it's usually done by villains. These laser swords are even more difficult to make, for example, Maul used as many as four crystals, free from impurities, for his weapon. This required all concentration, all power of the mighty warrior. In any case, the deadly weapon of Sith didn't always bring them victory.

Q: How safe is this toy?

A: We can assure you that regardless which model you choose, all the toy swords presented in our review are made with the strictest adherence to safety standards and are really safe for play by the youngest warriors. They all have smooth surfaces without any sharp edges. However, there are several factors you should take into consideration when buying this toy weapon. Firstly, do follow the manufacturer’s age recommendations. 3- to 6-year old kids generally love experimenting with new things but their physical skills are still emerging. It would be hard for them to handle heavy and large swords. So, make sure to check the weight of a toy lightsabre and its dimensions! The length varies immensely across various models; there are really small-sized lightsabres that would be ideal for young Jedi younglings! Besides, the lightsabres made entirely of plastic are likely to be more lightweight and easier to manoeuvre. Just keep an eye on your toddler so that he/she does not accidentally knock off any fragile objects in the room.

Q: Do lightsabres have any special film-like effects?

A: Most lightsabres (especially the ones you can find in our review) offer spectacular and truly authentic both visual and sound effects. Speaking of the visual effects, they would certainly depend on the model you choose. They may include impressive colour transitions. For instance, the blue blade can slowly pulse and crackle to red, thus symbolizing the struggle of Anakin’s fall to the dark side. As you ignite the lightsabre, the blade would slowly power up from bottom of the hilt to the very top like in the saga! Some toys boast amazing battle-clash lights that make the blade glow brighter every time you hit the opponent’s weapon as if sending sparks flying in the air. The sound effects of any lightsabre always have power on and off sounds. Some models equipped with a motion-controlled sensor will allow you to hear your every swing, while other lightsabres will let you feel the presence of the Dark Force with the sound of Darth Vader’s breathing.

Q: Can I replace the blade in my lightsabre if it is broken?

A: It depends. There are models with either removable or fixed blade. So, if your kid wants to take part in role-play battles, we advise either battle with caution or get him/her a lightsabre with a removable blade. Should anything happen to the blade during intense duelling, you will always be able to replace it with minimum cost and effort.

Q: Can I hit other swords with a lightsabre?

A: Generally speaking, most lightsabre models are not meant for hard play, intense duelling, or heavy contact. Even if the blade survives your hits, LEDs inside it can be easily damaged and leave dark “dead” spots on your toy.

Q: Do I need to buy any additional batteries to make a new lightsabre work?

A: Not necessarily. Some models come with the batteries already included in the set. They are ready for use and you can get them started right out-of-the-box. For others, however, you need to purchase the batteries additionally. Hence, it is better to clarify this information before purchasing. Note that many customers complain that their lightsabres simply eat the batteries and under intense use, the toys quickly run out of charge. So, we believe that keeping a spare pack of batteries is a good idea.

Q: Can I turn the power on and sounds off?

A: Normally, lightsabres do not have a separate function to turn the sound effects on or off, as the sound works together and in sync with the light for more spectacular battles. All you can do is to power your sword off and enjoy noiseless swinging.