The lightsaber is one of the most recognizable and iconic parts of "Star Wars," a veritable symbol for the media series' legacy. There's perhaps no better proof that George Lucas was looking to make an epic science-fiction fantasy (emphasis on the "fantasy") than the Jedi Order's medieval-like plasma sword weapons. The lore behind the lightsaber is expansive and any dedicated "Star Wars" geek will mention that the colors symbolize rank and personality. The honest truth, though, is that the different colors were originally the result of special effects decisions. It was pretty easy to distinguish the good guys from the bad guys in the original "Star Wars" trilogy. The Jedi wielded blue lightsabers while Darth Vader repped his Sith loyalties with a glaring red blade. After Luke loses his hand along with his lightsaber in "The Empire Strikes Back," he changes his color preference in "Return of the Jedi," reappearing...