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// The Lightsaber 
// Story: Fluttershy's First Trial: Years of Memories 
// by Hikarikurai24587 
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Chapter Ten: The Lightsaber


Fluttershy sat looking at the crystal, Satele Shan had instructed her on the construction of the lightsaber. Her first task was to gather the materials needed to build the lightsaber. It wasn’t the most interesting of adventure but it was an important step in her personal journey. Sans, Mir’grok, and Asriel hadn’t started, Fluttershy had the feeling that none of them thought of themselves as ready or even worthy to have such a blade. Fluttershy wouldn’t have either if it wasn’t for her desire to help those who needed help. Spending time with the True Mandalorians helped her understand that being kind did not mean that she couldn’t defend others. In fact there was a kindness in protecting others, a nobility in showing mercy. She took a deep breath as she focused on the present before standing up ready to head out and find the much needed materials.


Sans watched Fluttershy leave the temple from one of his normal napping spots on the roof. He wasn’t sure why she had gotten serious about making her lightsaber. Yeah, he got that it was a Jedi’s weapon and that it was an honor to finally make one. Yet it didn’t make sense for Fluttershy to be so determined to create hers. ‘determination. i really need to think of a different word.’ Sans thought as he watched her take off. He thought back to when she had returned the week prior from her trip to Mandalore. Apparently she had decided to help a group called the “True Mandalorians” and was picked on for not knowing how to fight. She said it was just minor joking that got shot down rather quickly but Sans knew she tried to see the best in people. What disturbed him more was the fact that the Jedi of this era had been fooled too easily. ‘that group, death watch, i should be keeping an eyesocket out for them. maybe the next time fluttershy leaves the planet, i’ll go with her.’ Sans thought as he stared out across the horizon. He wanted to check out the station in orbit, even though it hadn’t been used and took a few hits it was still functional. That part concerned him as he considered how long the station had been there for.

Sans didn’t want to take a nap anymore. It didn’t feel right without Papyrus looking for him constantly. The familiar ache of loneliness was swelling  ‘i can’t go back… there’s nothing to go back to.’


Asriel sat playing with Belia, he normally stayed in his flower form most of the time as it was a more familiar form to him. Yet the strange fire cat gryphon like creature had a tendency to want to set him on fire in that form. Apparently she found it fun to watch him dodge the little flames she produced. However when he was in his Boss Monster form she would curl up in his lap and keep her temperature cool. He enjoyed stroking her fur relaxing in the sun. It was a feeling he hadn’t had in a very long time. Shaking his head Asriel leaned back slightly to watch the sky. Satele Shan said that they were progressing quickly enough that they had earned the right to build their lightsabers. Apparently there had to be trials one would have to face, trials that would test them as Jedi. Yet for them, she knew that during the journey to gather the materials and crystals themselves would allow their trials to happen without the Ghosts’ intervention. Yet the idea of forging a blade used by honorable warriors. Asriels’ heart sank as he thought about his past deeds. He didn’t think he was worthy of such an honor.

“What would you do?” Asriel asked looking down at Belia, the cat glancing up at him before rolling his eyes. “Seriously? Well I am talking to a cat so this one is one me. Well a cat that wasn’t a Monster anyways.”

Belia just huffed before returning to her nap.


Mir’grok sat meditating, he was home, not like the cave he lived in away from others of his kind. Here he felt at peace, he wasn’t sure if it was Caretaker Fluttershy’s doing or not. He had always been corrected by Sans and Asriel about using her name instead of calling her Caretaker all the time. She told him that she didn’t mind as it must have been easier for him to say it. Mir’grok never understood what she saw in the other two. They weren’t physically strong, Sans often using his own tricks and speed to make up for his lack of strength. Mir’grok sensed power in him yet Sans would often use his words. Like he was afraid to fight or had no reason to. Asriel feared fighting, it radiated off of him. They two had stories that they wouldn’t tell. Why they would follow the way of the Jedi and yet care not for their traditions. Mir’grok was preparing for his own travels, he knew that he could not just rely on his strength anymore. Knowledge and serenity would guide him, but he couldn’t forget where he came from. 

“Become Jediiiii, honor Caretaker.” he said pulling the ties on his bag watching it shut. “Travel, face the triiials, I must do this to honor Ancestor Fahsk.”

He heaved the large bag over his shoulder heading off to gather the supplies for his own saber.


Fluttershy looked down at the list she had made for everything required. Instead of looking for the processed metals or even going to where the stronghold once was she decided to communicate with the animals. The burrowing beasts told her where the best metals were that the Jedi had always looked for. Some even offering her the crystals buried beneath the surface. Once she made sure that they were regular crystals, Fluttershy accepted their kindness. She wanted to leave the rare Kyber Crystals alone. Her journey didn’t take too long as she decided to stay on the continent. Travelling further would take the time that she could use to help those displaced by the Civil War happening around Mandalore. She was worried that the war would spread to the other systems and she wanted to be there when the war ended. She also wanted to return to Galidraan and find out exactly what happened to Jango Fett. It had been almost a week since she started her journey.

“Miss Fluttershy?” one of the smaller burrowing creatures of Tython questioned. Fluttershy had found out that they weren’t given a name as it was a rather shy creature always hiding at the presence of another. It reminded her of a meerkat but with an armadillo shell to protect it from the predatory birds. She looked at the creature as it held up some of the ore causing her to smile as she plucked it from its fingers.

“Thank you.” Fluttershy replied watching as it ducked back into the ground. “That should be enough. I should really head back now.”

She heard the complaints of the local wildlife, but none moved to stop her from returning. They all understood that her mission was important. Yet she liked being able to spend time in nature. It reminded her of home, but another experience all together. 

“Perhaps I’ll build myself a home out here, just a place where I can retreat to.” Fluttershy mused as she took off heading back towards the temple. Soon it was time to forge her lightsaber. The first step was melting down the ores for each of the components. Something she knew could take some time. She touched down at the temple feeling a bit worried. It was something she hadn’t considered, the length of time it would take to forge her lightsaber. Both Satele and Marr were waiting outside.

“Have you gotten the materials?” Marr asked and Fluttershy nodded her head. “Good.”

“Your next task will be to go to an ancient Tythonian City. There you will find the next stage of your task. Follow the path and let the Force guide you.” Satele instructed, Fluttershy nodded her head again as a sign that she understood. She smiled before heading off again, she felt tired and yet excited. She followed the path past the bridge and had to choose between two ways to go. She opened her mind and followed the path to the left, then to the right, finally she entered a cave hidden behind a waterfall. There, ancient droids lay in ruin, Fluttershy wondered if she should bring one to Sans. Upon finding her way out of the cave she saw the city ruins. Despite this being a place that held importance Fluttershy knew that it could be rebuilt to house people. Perhaps allowing Tython to thrive once again, not just as a place for Jedi but for many people. She felt her worries lift as she continued onwards to forge her lightsaber.