Description and History
The path of the Jedi is one of harmony, one that avoids violence and seeks to unite living beings through the peace of the Force. Jedi Guardians are needed to prevent the spread of evil, but it is the Jedi Consulars who uphold the central precepts of the Jedi Code. A Jedi can study the ways on the Consular following their ascension to the rank of Jedi Knight. The Consulars seek diplomatic measures in spreading peace and harmony throughout the galaxy. Refraining from drawing their lightsabers (many Consulars wielded a green bladed lightsaber) except as a measure of last resport, Consulars spend a great deal of time studying the mysteries of the Force. A Consulars role in the Jedi Order has remained largely consistent throughout its history.
What Jedi Guardians achieve through combat, Jedi Consulars achieve with words or non-violent use of the Force. Concentrating on mental refinement through study and meditation, Consulars seek to perfect the art of diplomacy and mediation, hoping to calm a tense situation or mend hurt feelings through civil discourse, reasoning, and parley, rather than drawing their lightsabers and cutting down an attacker. While Jedi Consulars would attempt to avoid conflict for as long as possible, the Consulars were sensible and carried a lightsaber, often with a green blade to symbolize their commitment to peace. Teachers, seers, and healers all claimed alignment to the Consular’s way of thinking and were respected members of the Order. While there are many sub-branches to the Consular class, the most skilled and learned Jedi Masters were granted the honorific title of Sage Master. According to the Jedi Archives, it was two Sage Masters that were said to have joined two Warrior Masters in the founding of the Jedi Temple on Coruscant circa 4,000 BBY. These four Masters were honored with bronzium depictions on the main entrance stairs at the terminus of the Processional Way. Profound skill with the Force is the mark of a Jedi Consular. The greatest Healers, Seers, Prophets and Researchers have come from the ranks of the Jedi Consular. Consulars can be outstanding fighters if pushed, but are more likely to rely on Force talents such affect mind or telekinesis. While the Force is a significant part of our effectiveness as is useful in detecting deception, using the Force to prod warring parties to sign a treaty is considered an abuse of a Jedi’s power.
Paths of the Jedi Consular
If you have chosen the path of the Jedi Consular, your empathic talents are strong and you have a deep connection to the Force. Throughout your career you will improve thousands of lives through your actions.
Jedi Seer
Jedi Healer
Jedi Researcher
Jedi Ambassador
Jedi Diplomat
Lore Keeper
Role In The Dark Jedi Brotherhood