KOTOR Remake Wiki: Lightsaber Crystals, Force Powers & Star Maps
Comprehensive guide to KOTOR Remake's lightsaber crystals, Force powers, influence system, and star map locations. Stats, effects, and pro tips for every build.
## Key Takeaways
Lightsaber crystals in the KOTOR Remake retain their original stat bonuses but add new tiered upgrades. The **Mantle of the Force** crystal boosts damage by +5 and critical threat range by 1.
Force powers split into three categories: **Light Side**, **Dark Side**, and **Neutral**. Mastering a single alignment path gives you access to exclusive high-tier powers like Force Storm or Force Enlightenment.
Influence with companions affects quest outcomes and unlocks unique dialogue. Maxing influence with **Jolee Bindo** at 100% gives you an extra Force power slot.
Star map locations remain the same as the original but now have optional puzzle shortcuts. The **Manaan** star map requires completing the entire Sith base dungeon unless you bring a high-INT character to hack the control room.
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Lightsaber Crystals: Stats and Where to Find Them
The KOTOR Remake keeps the classic crystal system but adds a crafting layer. You can now upgrade crystals at workbenches using rare components dropped by bosses and found in hidden caches.
### Major Crystals (Single-Player Campaign)
| Crystal | Damage Bonus | Special Effect | Location |
|---------|--------------|----------------|----------|
| Mantle of the Force | +5 | +1 critical threat range | Yavin Station (purchase from Suvam Tan, 10,000 credits) |
| Heart of the Guardian | +4 | +1-10 energy damage on hit | Korriban, Sith Academy tomb (chest behind Force Cage puzzle) |
| Krayt Dragon Pearl | +3 | +2 Strength, +2 Wisdom | Tatooine, reward for killing the Krayt Dragon (requires level 12+) |
| Solari Crystal | +2 | +1-8 damage vs. dark side characters, +2 Charisma | Dantooine, Jedi Enclave (granted by Council after completing trials) |
| Baragwin Assault Blade Crystal | +3 | +2 attack bonus, +2 damage | Yavin Station (Suvam Tan, 20,000 credits after selling him 3 advanced items) |
**Pro tip:** If you are a **Guardian** class, stack the Heart of the Guardian with the Krayt Dragon Pearl for a raw damage build. For **Consulars**, the Solari Crystal plus Mantle of the Force gives you a balanced boost to Force powers and lightsaber damage.
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**Carth Onasi** – Gains influence when you protect civilians and follow orders. Give him a blaster rifle upgrade (e.g., Jamoh Hogra's Carbine) for +15 influence. Max influence gives you the **Soldier's Resolve** feat: +10 HP.
**Mission Vao** – Gains influence when you help underdogs and defy authority. Let her pickpocket a guard on Taris for +10. At 100%, she gives you a **Security Spike** that opens any lock (one-time use).
**Jolee Bindo** – Gains influence when you show wisdom and reject extremes. Agree with his gray morality statements. At 100%, you get the **Old Republic Knowledge** perk: +1 Force power slot.
**Canderous Ordo** – Gains influence through combat and dominance. Let him finish off enemies. At 100%, he gives you a **Mandalorian Core** – a crafting component for a unique armor upgrade.
**Bastila Shan** – Gains influence when you follow Jedi teachings. At 100%, she grants **Battle Meditation** – a temporary +2 attack bonus to your party.
**Juhani** – Gains influence when you show compassion and restraint. Forgive her betrayal on Dantooine. At 100%, you get **Cat's Grace** – +2 Dexterity permanently.
**HK-47** – Gains influence when you let him kill organics. At 100%, he unlocks **Assassin Protocol** – +5 damage to all attacks.
**T3-M4** – Gains influence when you repair droids and hack terminals. At 100%, he gives you a **Slicer's Tool** – +4 to computer use.
**Warning:** Taking too many Light Side actions will lose influence with HK-47 and Canderous. Plan ahead if you want both maxed.
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**Location:** Jedi Enclave, underground ruins.
**Requirements:** Must complete Jedi trials. No combat if you use Force Persuade on the dark side entity.
**Puzzle:** Three crystals must be aligned. Solution: Red, Blue, Green in that order.
### Map 2: Tatooine
**Location:** Sand People enclave, east of Anchorhead.
**Requirements:** Must have the **Sand People Uniform** or kill all Sand People. Fastest route: bribe the chieftain with 500 credits.
**Puzzle:** Solve the riddle of the ancient droid. Answer: "The Force is my ally."
### Map 3: Kashyyyk
**Location:** Shadowlands, near the giant tree.
**Requirements:** Must free the Wookiee slaves or kill the Czerka overseer. Shortcut: use a stealth generator to sneak past the Rancor.
**Puzzle:** Navigate the maze. Follow the left wall – you'll reach the map in 2 minutes.
### Map 4: Manaan
**Location:** Sith Base, underwater section.
**Requirements:** Must complete the Sith base dungeon unless you have Computer Use 10+ to hack the control room door.
**Puzzle:** The pressure plates must be stepped on in order: 2, 4, 1, 3.
### Map 5: Korriban
**Location:** Sith Academy, tomb of Naga Sadow.
**Requirements:** Must defeat the academy's master or sneak through the tomb. Shortcut: use Force Speed to run past the terentatek.
**Puzzle:** The three trials: strength (combat), wisdom (riddle), and spirit (resist dark side temptation). Answers: fight, "The darkness within", refuse the Sith holocron.
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