Bokken saber

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Bokken sabers,[4] also known as lightsaber training staffs and Jedi training sabers,[5] were wooden swords[1] used for lightsaber combat training.[3]

Bokken sabers were an essential part of any Jedi's training. Padawans used them to learn basic fighting techniques and combat moves in a safe setting. After a student moved comfortably with a Bokken saber, either against sparring opponents or lightsaber training technology, they could progress to actual lightsabers. Jedi could turn to Bokken sabers at any point for additional training drills for either themselves or their Padawan.[6]

History

High Republic Era

Jekki Lon holding a Bokken saber.

Jekki Lon holding a Bokken saber.

During the High Republic Era, several Jedi including Padawan Jecki Lon used Bokken sabers during a lesson with Jedi Master Lakshay.[7]

Clone Wars

During the Clone Wars, Petro practice with a training staff while he was on board the Paladin-class corvette Crucible, deflecting shots from a Marksman-H training remote and then showing his fellow trainees an original move he had created named the "Whirlwind of Destiny."[3]

Imperial Era

During the Imperial Era Sabine Wren and Ezra Bridger used training sabers made by Kanan Jarrus and Garazeb Orrelios to help the Mandalorian learn how to wield the Darksaber.[2]

New Republic Era

Sabine Wren trained with Bokken saber under Ahsoka Tano.

Sabine Wren trained with Bokken saber under Ahsoka Tano.

During the New Republic Era, Wren would later use a Bokken when sparring against the droid Huyang and Ahsoka Tano, after agreeing to resume training as Tano's Padawan.[4] Tano's training of Wren with Bokken sabers included using them for zatochi training.[6]

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Behind the scenes

In the real-world, bokken are wooden swords used for training in Japanese swordsmanship.[8]

Appearances

Non-canon appearances

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Notes and references

  1. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Rebels-mini-logo Star Wars Rebels — "Trials of the Darksaber"
  2. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 TCW mini logo Star Wars: The Clone Wars — "A Test of Strength"
  3. ↑ 4.0 4.1 AhsokaTitle-Template Star Wars: Ahsoka — "Part Three: Time to Fly" (Subtitles from Disney+)
  4. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Star Wars Encyclopedia: The Comprehensive Guide to the Star Wars Galaxy
  5. ↑ The Acolyte logo Celebration Star Wars: The Acolyte — "Day"
  6. ↑ Premium-Era-real Everything You Need To Know About Bokken — Japanese Wooden Sword on www.trueoriental.com (backup link archived on January 17, 2024)

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