If there is one thing the Star Wars movies always deliver on, it’s epic duelling scenes with fan favourite characters wielding their weapons against different formidable opponents. These fight scenes are made all the more cool and captivating with the beloved laser swords that are known as lightsabers.
As far as lightsaber combats and duelling go, there are many different forms and stances that the Jedi and Sith use to gain an advantage over their opponents, some of them better than others. If lightsaber duelling or combat is something that you might be interested in, here are some of the best lightsaber stances and fighting forms from the Star Wars movies.
The Way of the Krayt Dragon (Form V)
This fighting form which is also known as the Perseverance Form or Shien and Djem So, is one of the seven forms of lightsaber combat. The form is characterised by power attacks and defence that are quickly followed by a counterstrike. It is a great stance for creating an opening to strike an opponent rather than waiting for an opportunity to strike.
By relying on previous battle experiences and old Jedi texts, Luke Skywalker utilised this stance in many of his duels and even against Darth Vader, who also used this fighting form back when he was a Jedi Knight.
Jar’Kai (Dual-Wielding Combat)
This is a combat form that involves the use of two weapons (lightsabers). The two lightsabers used in this method can be either a combination of a standard lightsaber with a shoto lightsaber or a combination of two double-bladed lightsabers. If you’re an experienced duelist with good combative application, you can even wield a regular lightsaber in conjunction with a longer melee weapon like a double-bladed lightsaber or a bladed staff. Ahsoka Tano is one of the Star Wars characters who mastered the art of utilising two lightsabers during combat.
Ataru (Form IV)
As far as duelling with star wars lightsabers go, this is the best form for smaller-statured duelers. This aggressive form of attack focuses on speed, strength and agility, so athletic skills are required. The form is also most useful for one-on-one lightsaber combat.
Master Yoda notably uses this form of lightsaber combat due to his small size and athletic nature. Qui-Gon Jinn was another skilled Jedi Master who utilised this form before the fall of the Old Republic.
Obi-Wan Kenobi’s Rendition of Soresu (Form III)
The defensive tactics of Form III- Soresu is what inspired the classic two-finger pose (stance) of Obi-Wan Kenobi that fans love so much. This form, which is known as the best expression of the non-aggressive Jedi philosophy, is quite resilient. Its defensive tactics is also excellent as it allows its users to swiftly deflect any potential shots coming towards them during combat.
Kylo Ren’s Crossguard Stance
The distinctive combat style of Kylo Ren may be something that has inspired a lot of debate among Star Wars fans, but one fact that cannot be denied is that his fighting tactics are quite effective on the battlefield. This fighting stance is excellent for delivering a lot of damage with just a few strikes. However, it does have a short range, so judging the distance between the user and the opponent may be hard.
Conclusion
There are many different types and forms of lightsaber stances in Star Wars, each with its strengths and limitations. Although some of these stances and forms are better than others, there is no perfect or supreme form. The best stance and form come down to the wielder’s preferences and situation.
