CS Guide: Lightsaber Forms: Difference between revisions

From Wikipedia of the Dark Brotherhood, an online Star Wars Club
m (pc'd for the lighties)
No edit summary
Line 1: Line 1:
{{Eras|real}}
{{Eras|real}}
{{Construction}}
{{Construction}}
[[File:Makashi.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Lightsaber Combat]]
[[File:Picture-emblem1.jpg|200px|right|thumb|Lightsaber Combat]]
== Use in the Character Sheets ==
== Use in the Character Sheets ==
Upon reaching the rank of [[Protector]], members gain access to their first Lightsaber Form: [[Form Zero]]. It is not until [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]] where a member will gain access to the Core Forms. Furthermore, [[Equite]]s also have access to a secondary [[lightsaber]] form.  
Upon reaching the rank of [[Protector]], members gain access to their first Lightsaber Form: [[Form Zero|Banlanth]]. It is not until [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]] where a member will gain access to the Core Forms. Furthermore, [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]’s also have access to a secondary [[lightsaber]] form.  


While the Lightsaber Guide is under construction, this page has been designed as a quick reference to each form's prerequisite [[rank]].  Please note that the Guide is still in progress and as such any information presented here is subject to change.
While the Lightsaber Guide is under construction, this page has been designed as a quick reference to each form's prerequisite [[rank]].  Please note that the Guide is still in progress and as such any information presented here is subject to change.


== Basic Form ==
== Training Form ==
=== [[Form Zero]] ===
=== [[Form Zero|Banlanth Training]] ===
'''Prerequisite:''' Minimum rank of Protector
'''Prerequisite:''' Minimum rank of [[Protector]]


Form Zero is the basic training form of the [[Dark Brotherhood]], compromised of basic attacks and defensive movements.
Banlanth is the basic training form of the [[Dark Brotherhood]], comprised of basic attacks and defensive movements.


==  Core Forms  ==
==  Forms  ==
===  [[Shii-Cho]]  ===
===  [[Shii-Cho|Form I: Shii-Cho ]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Brutal and deceptively direct, this most ancient lightsaber form is a favorite of those who prefer a more direct solution to combat.
Brutal and deceptively direct, this most ancient lightsaber form is a favorite of those who prefer a more direct solution to combat.


===  [[Makashi]]  ===
===  [[Makashi|Form II: Makashi]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Elegant and svelte, the "Duelist's Form" focuses definitively on saber on saber combat.
Elegant and svelte, the "Duelist's Form" focuses definitively on saber on saber combat.


===  [[Soresu]]  ===
===  [[Soresu|Form III: Soresu]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Quick and reflexive, Soresu's defenses are intensely effective and is often referred to as the reason so many jedi survived as long as they did.
Quick and reflexive, Soresu's defenses are intensely effective and is often referred to as the reason so many jedi survived as long as they did.


===  [[Ataru]]  ===
===  [[Ataru|Form IV: Ataru]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Ataru is known for overwhelming aggressive barrages and wildly kinetic positioning.
Ataru is known for overwhelming aggressive barrages and wildly kinetic positioning.


===  [[Djem So]]  ===
===  [[Djem So|Form V: Djem So]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Aggression used in defense, Djem So seeks to use an opponents own weapons against them.
Aggression used in defense, Djem So seeks to use an opponent’s own weapons against them.


===  [[Niman]]  ===
===  [[Niman|Form VI: Niman]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]


Diversity in defense and offense, Niman uses maneuvers from many forms in striving for perfection.
Diversity in defense and offense, Niman uses maneuvers from many forms in striving for perfection.
===  [[Juyo|Form VII: Juyo]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Knight]]/[[Jedi Knight]]
Purely virulent, Juyo chains raw aggression into brutally acrobatic attacks.


== Advanced Forms ==
== Advanced Forms ==
===  [[Jar'Kai]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Side Adept]]/[[Force Adept]]
Blindingly quick, those who master the two sabers of Jar'Kai Niman can unleash flurries of precise strikes.
===  [[Vapaad]]  ===
===  [[Vapaad]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Side Adept]]/[[Force Adept]]
Teetering on the edge of malevolence, Vaapad uses emotion as fuel for its unpredictability.
===  [[Trakata]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Equite 2]]
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Equite 2]]


Teetering on the edge of malevolence, Vaapad uses emotion as fuel for its unpredictability.
Unpredictable and abrupt, Trakata is reviled by those uncomfortable with its murderous style.


===  [[Dun Moch]]  ===
===  [[Lus Ma]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Equite 2
'''Prerequisites:''' Mimimum rank of [[Dark Jedi Master]]/[[Jedi Master]]


Using vulgar displays of the Force in tandem with the saber, Dun Moch users seeks to dominate the spirit.
Once thought lost, this devastatingly offensive style is known only to the most dedicated and powerful.


==  Elite Forms  ==
===  [[Shien]]  ===
===  [[Shien]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Equite 3]]
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Equite 2]]


The reverse grip, violent strikes, and diverse weapons of Shien lends itself well to the more warlike users.
The reverse grip, violent strikes, and diverse weapons of Shien lends itself well to the more warlike users.
===  [[Jar'Kai Niman]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Equite 3
Blindingly quick, those who master the two sabers of Jar'Kai Niman can unleash flurries of precise strikes.


===  [[Sokan]]  ===
===  [[Sokan]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Equite 3
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Side Adept]]/[[Force Adept]]


Maddeningly dynamic, this acrobatic throwback to ancient times uses unorthodox angles of attack and impassable defense.
Maddeningly dynamic, this acrobatic throwback to ancient times uses unorthodox angles of attack and impassable defense.


===  [[Juyo]]  ===
===  [[Dun Moch]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of Equite 3
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Equite 2]]
 
Using vulgar displays of the Force in tandem with the saber, Dun Moch users seeks to dominate the spirit.


Purely virulent, Juyo chains raw aggression into brutally acrobatic attacks.
===  [[Praetoria Twins]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[GMRG|GMRG Rank VI]]/[[Fictional Society Rank VI]]


== Elder Forms ==
Whether for offense or defense, the Whole is devastatingly greater than the Sum of its parts.
===  [[Trakata]]  ===
'''Prerequisites:''' Minimum rank of [[Dark Side Adept]]/[[Force Adept]]


Unpredictable and abrupt, Trakata is reviled by those uncomfortable with its murderous style.




[[Category:Lightsaber Combat]]
[[Category:Lightsaber Combat]]

Revision as of 16:14, 3 December 2014

Real World Perspective.
Under Construction
This page seems to be Under Construction. Watch out for large groups of Rebel fighters.
After construction is complete, please place a note on the article's talk page and remove this message.
Lightsaber Combat

Use in the Character Sheets

Upon reaching the rank of Protector, members gain access to their first Lightsaber Form: Banlanth. It is not until Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight where a member will gain access to the Core Forms. Furthermore, Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight’s also have access to a secondary lightsaber form.

While the Lightsaber Guide is under construction, this page has been designed as a quick reference to each form's prerequisite rank. Please note that the Guide is still in progress and as such any information presented here is subject to change.

Training Form

Banlanth Training

Prerequisite: Minimum rank of Protector

Banlanth is the basic training form of the Dark Brotherhood, comprised of basic attacks and defensive movements.

Forms

Form I: Shii-Cho

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Brutal and deceptively direct, this most ancient lightsaber form is a favorite of those who prefer a more direct solution to combat.

Form II: Makashi

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Elegant and svelte, the "Duelist's Form" focuses definitively on saber on saber combat.

Form III: Soresu

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Quick and reflexive, Soresu's defenses are intensely effective and is often referred to as the reason so many jedi survived as long as they did.

Form IV: Ataru

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Ataru is known for overwhelming aggressive barrages and wildly kinetic positioning.

Form V: Djem So

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Aggression used in defense, Djem So seeks to use an opponent’s own weapons against them.

Form VI: Niman

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Diversity in defense and offense, Niman uses maneuvers from many forms in striving for perfection.

Form VII: Juyo

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Jedi Knight/Jedi Knight

Purely virulent, Juyo chains raw aggression into brutally acrobatic attacks.

Advanced Forms

Jar'Kai

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Side Adept/Force Adept

Blindingly quick, those who master the two sabers of Jar'Kai Niman can unleash flurries of precise strikes.

Vapaad

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Side Adept/Force Adept

Teetering on the edge of malevolence, Vaapad uses emotion as fuel for its unpredictability.

Trakata

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Equite 2

Unpredictable and abrupt, Trakata is reviled by those uncomfortable with its murderous style.

Lus Ma

Prerequisites: Mimimum rank of Dark Jedi Master/Jedi Master

Once thought lost, this devastatingly offensive style is known only to the most dedicated and powerful.

Shien

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Equite 2

The reverse grip, violent strikes, and diverse weapons of Shien lends itself well to the more warlike users.

Sokan

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Dark Side Adept/Force Adept

Maddeningly dynamic, this acrobatic throwback to ancient times uses unorthodox angles of attack and impassable defense.

Dun Moch

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of Equite 2

Using vulgar displays of the Force in tandem with the saber, Dun Moch users seeks to dominate the spirit.

Praetoria Twins

Prerequisites: Minimum rank of GMRG Rank VI/Fictional Society Rank VI

Whether for offense or defense, the Whole is devastatingly greater than the Sum of its parts.