My wife, son and I went to Disney World a handful of years ago. Hit Galaxy's Edge and loved it. Went to Savi's to watch my son build his own lightsaber. Standing there, mega-excited for him, a Character approaches and says "Okay, I have a reservation for a party of 2...". I'm confused and then my wife yells surprise and then I'm going in to build a lightsaber WITH my son. Still gets me. IYK,YK.
I think the reason it doesn't publicly say "SAVI'S WORKSHOP" is because this whole "planet" is monitored by The First Order. I don't think they'd be happy if they knew there was a place where resistance members were constructing lightsabers guided by Yoda himself. It fits the lore.
I just feel bad that he paid $250 + most sabers at that price have much more effects and can change colors with out needing to pay for more crystals. Very overrated
I wish they had better consistency with the cast members acting. I’ve seen some truly amazing cast members who make it feel so much more immersive and I’ve seen some that seem like they are just going through the motions
I experienced something similar in Tower of Terror years ago, where 1 CM went above and beyond so much that I not only contacted them but spoke to a supervisor after the ride.. hopefully the CM received acknowledgement.. we ar doing this in a couple weeks.. i hope i get a good one
I believe there are lightsaber-like banners, but I actually like how the shop is hidden (from the First Order). It was expensive, but my daughter loved it. Great experience.
It's a very nice experience you can have there. I really enjoyed it. However, on my last visit I missed the shop's interaction with the soldiers. The first time, it was a real hide and seek between the shop and the soldiers. When a soldier came closer, everything was hidden. There were also far fewer Storm Troopers than before.
The choice is the best part. I had a good time overall with the experience, but I think I would have been just as content at $50 less without the theming, just me a pile of "junk" and building to my heart's content.
Went to Disneyland this past December during Christmas break with the family. It was my first time to Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge all I can say is WOW!! Talk about geeking out . Once I got to Galaxy's Edge I had to build a Lightsaber. I had my 2 grandsons as helpers. They helped me choose the components for my Lightsaber (Protection & Defense) Old Republic. I know I am not the only Science Fiction nerd out there at 64 yrs old, the experience was fantastic in my opinion. I would recommend just do it . Have fun with it.
Thanks for the video! We did it in 2019 and struggled getting it home on a flight- we didn’t know it came apart!! Hoping to do it again in Nov. we also couldn’t have more than one person so good to know we can all go and watch
I think in terms of what you get for your money, there is very little at Disney parks that are worth it. The prices charged at the parks for things is ridiculous, especially for the quality of the products. Like with most things in life, you are paying for the name. It’s nice that a kind of show is put on to go along with the build process, but that’s more for the kids, and makes you feel like you’re getting more for your money. Your video it’s l was good though, and enjoyable to watch. You have an adorable family too
Thank you, so much! Your video helped me decide to do this. I just got back and have to say this was my highlight of an excellent trip (thanks for all your tip videos). It was a truly magical experience and I love my lightsaber.
The first time I did this the main performer said something along the lines of "The lightsaber is a tool of great power, and a tool of great power should never be dropped on the ground" and it was the funniest thing ever
Great video I’m going to Disney land later this month and it will be my first time seeing all the new Star Wars stuff and I’m really looking forward to this part of my experience!!
Overall an awesome experience. I don’t think I would do it again. I just bought a neopixel lightsaber. Blows the Disney saber out of the water. Sav’is lightsaber just doesn’t compare, still love the experience.
Again another great and in depth review of an experience! Thanks Traver! The gf and I just tried making beignets at home for the first time (we posted our experience) and it was NOT easy lol! Have a great day!
Hey Traver, my wife works with your mom at SMCC. We love your videos and hope to see you sometime at DL. I make display stands and boxes for Lightsabers if you are ever interested. The boxes work for the Legacy Sabers, the Savi’s Sabers are often too long and so a stand works better for those. Blessings, Bob
How awesome! My mom has probably talked about her. She usually tells me about when my name comes up in the office. Haha. I'm totally interested, yes. Can you email me some pictures of what have or anything you think would be good for this lightsaber from the video? Thank you! My email is socaldisneydad@gmail.com
@@Wolshanze That’s the Savi’s price. So everything you can build at Savi’s is in that price. But you can get Legacy sabers (Obi-Wan, Luke, Vader, etc) for cheaper. Usually in the $150 range. You can’t build it or disassemble it, but it’s the same lightsaber technology as the Savi’s blades.
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Yeah, it’s pricey. But totally worth it if you love Star Wars and collect bookshelf knickknacks. I have the hilt sitting on my shelf and the blade on top for when I feel like playing with it
Ahhh, you always remember your first... lightsaber. 😉 Though I have not been to Galaxy's Edge, mine was about two decades ago, and was a Master Replicas Darth Vader lightsaber - then only CAD$90 at Costco! A gift from my wife, who sadly thought she was being fiscally responsible and not *also* buying the Luke Skywalker lightsaber at the same time/price! Was never that inexpensive for a lightsaber again, and never returned to Costco 😔 It was the first of five I'd eventually own (or several, as two are MR Lightsaber Construction Kits, with many options), and I'd own many more if I wasn't the one now being fiscally responsible. If I ever do get down to SW:GE, it's predetermined that I will do Savi's Workshop 😎
It was sooooo awesome. I legit want another one. I just don’t want to pay for it again. 😂 They used to sell just the scrap metal pieces for $20/each a few years ago, but they stopped. I really want the pieces I DIDN’T choose just to have as options. But it’s still fantastic as is.
Considering the tech the sabers, the fact that you have to pay for additional crystals to get sound profiles (which are literally already built into it, they still make you pay to have them) as well as the build quality (had multiple issues with them, even right after I got them, had to walk back to the workshop and get replacement parts, good luck doing that at home though) and many more factors, the sabers are not worth it. The experience is great, but after you walk away you feel like you just got railed by a pawn shop. If you care about anything but the 30 minutes you get to enjoy the experience, I'd spend the extra $100-200 on better sabers for a MUCH better experience.
Agree I think its overrated, just get a neo pixel or base lit if you wanna make it feel special just play the force theme as you open and activate your saber lol
@@KaylasStarWorld Bought a Xenopixel and the 1% brightness is brighter than any Disney saber, and every trait I talked about + more it absolutely wins over Disney. From effects to overall customization, no competition.
It was a fun experience. The experience is reflective of how well you like the cast member who is leading the event. I was not the biggest fan of our crew members. However, It was still fun. I built the same saber as you because I thought it looked the coolest. I wish the cast member had mentioned that you could buy additional accessories, like more crystals after we were done.
I finally went after so many years and I loved my experience however I will say you can definitely get a better lightsaber somewhere else but I loved the experience and would definitely do it again but wish they had more options
If it's the only light saber you ever buy, it's a great experience. It may also be a stepping stone for you to get into some of the other markets of light sabers, like the Neopixel ones made 3rd party. Either way, the experience was very enjoyable. I did it a second time to get a Gen 2 Protection and Defense. It isn't as nice as a few of my proffie sabers, but it was my first.
I just came back from Disney last week. We built 2 lightsabers and went to the shop next to Kylo's ship to have them shipped "off world". Cost $40 ish to ship the 2 UPS.
We did this with our 6 and 7 year olds at Disney World last year and it was SO AMAZING! We cried. 100 percent recommend. A once in a lifetime experience.
I built one for myself and it was completely worth it. The experience is much different than just purchasing a saber for dueling or for whatever purpose you desire. This Saber, Peace and Justice, that I built, far exceeds my others in that I built it and the experience behind it. Price is similar to others and the quality is very good, especially for Disneyland.
Awesome! I really like the “grippy” style. Don’t really know what to call it. But I wanted the pommel to match the emitter. Truth be told, I would gladly have all of the parts to mix and match at my leisure.
Our experience was good. The only thing that sucked was we did it for my son's birthday and his was the only one that didn't light up. They fixed it right away, and it's not their fault. Just felt bad for my son that the lighting experience was delayed. He still loved it. Wish the black crystal was easier to get and did more
Hey big tip when you store this hilt take your battery pack out of the hilt the hilt will drain the batteries over a few months. That's being said good choice with power and control I built a first Gen power and control
I’ll be going back to Disneyland (it’s been YERAS) this October and this is one of the things I’m most looking forward to! And the Droid Depot! Thanks for the video! I’m even more excited now!
Had fun at galaxys edge, Stopped by Savis to check it out, then went to SaberForge when I got home and got a much better custom saber for $300. I dont like the feel of the Savi sabers, with the plastic core, covered by more plastic pieces for appearance. They feel huge in the hand compared to the legacy sabers sold in the other shop.
I built my very first lightsaber when I went for 2023 gradnite, the experience is amazing and I would go again (mainly because a week later the hilt stopped working but thankfully I bought anakins lightsaber while I was there so I can make the blade useful)
i could tell you were giving a positive reviiew with the look of your smile @4:30 (and @6:20) 😅 The black crystal is really super uncommon in those red crystal packs. The CMs did an awesome job. I'm glad you had fun.
I know the blacks are uncommon, but I would have loved the chance to even get one (without buying an unnecessary red crystal, that’s why I should have chosen something like blue in the experience). Too bad the black isn’t a chance in all the colors. Then I’d be more inclined to buy one of every color.
Exactly a year to the day right now when I went to Disneyland. Had an appointment at Savi’s. But due to supply chains shortages they were limited to just Power & Control and even then had very limited parts. Like many others, cancelled my appointment on the spot. I was very disappointed. Glad to hear they have new parts and sufficient parts too right now. I am hoping to visit Disney World this coming winter and ensure I try once again.
I went last summer and the bigger guy who was just an assistant in this video played Savi, and he was a MUCH better actor, who made you really feel like you were doing something important. The guy in this video just seemed to be going through the motion.
I just built my first saber this past week and funny it's the exact same as yours, except I went with the purple blade. I carried mine around in the case completely in tact without having to remove the top spikes. I went in with the same mindset that it would be a plastic hilt, because the elemental one looked plastic in all the pics I saw before going. Love the weight of it. I'm thinking of doing a little airbrushing to make it look more battle used and worn.
That’s a great idea! Have you ever played Jedi: Survivor? (Not sure if you play video games) Because one of the things I love about that game was the ability to customize your hilt down to every piece like this experience, plus adding 4-5 different levels of wear and tear. It was great.
I did this experience last year during Star Wars Nights. Was it worth it? Well I think a hard core fan would enjoy it. As a casual like myself it was enjoyable but I had my little gripes with it. Such as; well the light saber you build is more a show piece, not really made for any kind of play like banging it with another light saber as you toy around with friends. Understandable for a over $200 piece and experience, would not something like that to break. The customization portion is nice, however I would have liked to have been able to keep the unused parts so you can always go back and swap them out on your own time. After all for what you pay, would be a nice incentive to have been able to. Was nice to see others experiences and I like you was giddy all inside when going through the whole workshop experience. Would I do it again? Possibly, but think would rather save the money, and save up for a more sturdier piece from some other light saber makers.
I went yesterday and they changed the spikes so now you don’t have to take it off. Not sure what changed but I can confirm it works without removing now
You’re paying for the experience. I say it’s worth it for buying kids their first saber, but otherwise just shop online. There’s some REALLY fantastical and even durable sabers out there. You may have your pay much more for the really fancy ones or ones based VERY accurately (more so than Disney’s) off Legacy (or legends/canon characters’) sabers. Now, as far as whether or not Disney is worth the admission fee, that’s a different debate.
You can choose whatever color. And if you want a chance at Black, I actually recommend picking a different color in the experience and buying a red. Because Red boxes are the only ones with a shot at Black.
We're heading to Disneyland 29th-31st May. Trying to convince my wife to let me and my 5 year old twins to do this hahahahaha! Problem is, we're coming from New Zealand and not sure how to get them back....
My friend went a few years ago. I gave him $100 to buy all red crystals. I got a black one from doing this. It was a surprise. I still don’t have a saber though
Thanks for sharing as always Traver; always insightful. I'll be there the 27th for the first time and looking forward to experiencing this as well. Going with protection/defense. What's your take on the stands tho at dok ondar's? I am probably just going to get on etsy. I know you took yours with you but I'm thinking of having the blade shipped at dok's as well since flying so don't have to carry around and mess with it.
Thanks for the review! I was wondering about the quality of the lightsaber. Is it a real crystal? I’m going next week and am trying to make my time and funds count
How much are the crystals?? I was planning on building a red but since you mentioned the black, I’m thinking of getting a blue, then purchasing the red for a chance at the black!
I don’t remember because they aren’t out and available to look through. They have everything behind the counter. I guess people try to look into the boxes to see if they can find a black. $15-$20 I think.
Thank you for this video it was really helpful. One question. Will they store your lightsaber like they do the android if you don't want to carry it throughout the day?
What do you do with a 3 foot light saber on the rest of your day at the park?! AND, how to do you fly back home with that thing? Does it count as your personal item? Do you have to check it? (It's 100% getting broken if so....)
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My wife, son and I went to Disney World a handful of years ago. Hit Galaxy's Edge and loved it.
Went to Savi's to watch my son build his own lightsaber. Standing there, mega-excited for him, a Character approaches and says "Okay, I have a reservation for a party of 2...". I'm confused and then my wife yells surprise and then I'm going in to build a lightsaber WITH my son.
Still gets me.
IYK,YK.
That is an AWESOME story. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome story
I think the reason it doesn't publicly say "SAVI'S WORKSHOP" is because this whole "planet" is monitored by The First Order. I don't think they'd be happy if they knew there was a place where resistance members were constructing lightsabers guided by Yoda himself. It fits the lore.
Yes! Someone else pointed this out and I love it. For guest purposes, it makes it a little harder to actually find. But I love the lore aspect.
Yep
you have incredible taste in lightsaber components, the saber you built looks incredible!!!
i know it reminds me of sifo dyas. it's so cool
I just feel bad that he paid $250 + most sabers at that price have much more effects and can change colors with out needing to pay for more crystals. Very overrated
@@KaylasStarWorld yeah i wouldn't be spending money on a Disney lightsaber myself haha
I wish they had better consistency with the cast members acting. I’ve seen some truly amazing cast members who make it feel so much more immersive and I’ve seen some that seem like they are just going through the motions
I experienced something similar in Tower of Terror years ago, where 1 CM went above and beyond so much that I not only contacted them but spoke to a supervisor after the ride.. hopefully the CM received acknowledgement.. we ar doing this in a couple weeks.. i hope i get a good one
It’s almost like they pay cast members poorly and work them far too hard. Weird.
My cast member at batu east was great 11/10
I was lucky when I went. The guy running it was really good.
The guy who did mine was really good at immersing everyone
I believe there are lightsaber-like banners, but I actually like how the shop is hidden (from the First Order). It was expensive, but my daughter loved it. Great experience.
Yes! The obscurity plays into the drama they build with the narrative.
How much was it 😭
@@anderssonascencio5275240$. Not bad for Disney prices and certainly a bit pricey, but I liked the experience.
It's a very nice experience you can have there. I really enjoyed it. However, on my last visit I missed the shop's interaction with the soldiers. The first time, it was a real hide and seek between the shop and the soldiers. When a soldier came closer, everything was hidden. There were also far fewer Storm Troopers than before.
I'm gonna be a negative Nancy and say its overrated
That actually looks like fun. Not a Star Wars fan. But for all those people who are like you, Traver. So happy you got to experience it.
The choice is the best part. I had a good time overall with the experience, but I think I would have been just as content at $50 less without the theming, just me a pile of "junk" and building to my heart's content.
I am so happy I did that experience, it was so awesome 🤩 thank you for sharing
Went to Disneyland this past December during Christmas break with the family. It was my first time to Star Wars : Galaxy's Edge all I can say is WOW!! Talk about geeking out . Once I got to Galaxy's Edge I had to build a Lightsaber. I had my 2 grandsons as helpers. They helped me choose the components for my Lightsaber (Protection & Defense) Old Republic. I know I am not the only Science Fiction nerd out there at 64 yrs old, the experience was fantastic in my opinion. I would recommend just do it . Have fun with it.
That's awesome! I'm glad you got to experience that with them.
I still get chills remembering my experience. Built mine during AP preview of Galaxy’s Edge in 2019. Never regret doing it.
Thanks for the video! We did it in 2019 and struggled getting it home on a flight- we didn’t know it came apart!! Hoping to do it again in Nov. we also couldn’t have more than one person so good to know we can all go and watch
We were told today that they have an option to have it shipped home for you. The CM should let you know when you check in.
plus you dont have to carry it the rest of the day
I think in terms of what you get for your money, there is very little at Disney parks that are worth it. The prices charged at the parks for things is ridiculous, especially for the quality of the products. Like with most things in life, you are paying for the name.
It’s nice that a kind of show is put on to go along with the build process, but that’s more for the kids, and makes you feel like you’re getting more for your money.
Your video it’s l was good though, and enjoyable to watch. You have an adorable family too
Most of the sabers they sell you should only be like $80 at best instead you pay $250 + super overrated
@@KaylasStarWorld Totally agree.
Normal ppl: why tf r ppl spending so much on Star Wars?!
Star Wars fans: I find your lack of faith disturbing
Amazing bag instructions. Never would have figured it out.
My saber looks the same only I picked purple as my girls were with me
I got huge respect for the guys doing this act multiple times a day. This is where i can feel some semblence of that old Disney warmth.
This looks amazing! My dad would absolutely love this experience being a Star Wars fan his whole life. ☺️ Thank you for sharing!
It was phenomenal. If you're headed to Disneyland, he should definitely consider doing this!
I'm based in the UK and will be visiting for the first time in a few weeks. Now I'm even more excited. Great video 🔥
Thank you, so much! Your video helped me decide to do this. I just got back and have to say this was my highlight of an excellent trip (thanks for all your tip videos). It was a truly magical experience and I love my lightsaber.
Glad you enjoyed it and had a great time!
It was such a memorable thing to do, it’s not something I’ll forget anytime soon. I loved it, too.
The first time I did this the main performer said something along the lines of "The lightsaber is a tool of great power, and a tool of great power should never be dropped on the ground" and it was the funniest thing ever
Amazing! I'm for sure doing this next year.
Great video I’m going to Disney land later this month and it will be my first time seeing all the new Star Wars stuff and I’m really looking forward to this part of my experience!!
Overall an awesome experience. I don’t think I would do it again. I just bought a neopixel lightsaber. Blows the Disney saber out of the water. Sav’is lightsaber just doesn’t compare, still love the experience.
why would you do it a second time anyways?
Well it should given the price difference. 🤨
Again another great and in depth review of an experience! Thanks Traver! The gf and I just tried making beignets at home for the first time (we posted our experience) and it was NOT easy lol! Have a great day!
My aunt used to make beignets all the time. They lived in Baton Rouge for 10 years or so. We’d always buy a box of Cafe Du Monde beignet mix.
Did it once and truly enjoyed it. Now with the new scraps they have, definitely doing it again
The new scrap looks really great!
Coming here and doing the light saber workshop in November! I'm so excited!
Thank you for your insights! This video was super helpful explaining if the high price tag is worth it!
It is definitely not cheap, but worth every penny at least once for an avid Star Wars fan, I think.
Hey Traver, my wife works with your mom at SMCC. We love your videos and hope to see you sometime at DL. I make display stands and boxes for Lightsabers if you are ever interested. The boxes work for the Legacy Sabers, the Savi’s Sabers are often too long and so a stand works better for those. Blessings, Bob
How awesome! My mom has probably talked about her. She usually tells me about when my name comes up in the office. Haha. I'm totally interested, yes. Can you email me some pictures of what have or anything you think would be good for this lightsaber from the video?
Thank you! My email is socaldisneydad@gmail.com
This experience looks like a lot of fun! We have done the droid depot and have thought about doing this next time!
I did Droid Depot before. I don’t think I’d do it again. But definitely would for sure do Savi’s again, even with the $219.99 price tag.
@@SoCalDisneyDad $219.99 is that the same price on the whole range of lightsaber's
@@Wolshanze That’s the Savi’s price. So everything you can build at Savi’s is in that price.
But you can get Legacy sabers (Obi-Wan, Luke, Vader, etc) for cheaper. Usually in the $150 range.
You can’t build it or disassemble it, but it’s the same lightsaber technology as the Savi’s blades.
This is Craig Dennis did you all had a nice trip did you all have a nice trip back home i watch all of your new videos all the time you all take care👍👍👍👍👍
We had an awesome time. Thank you!
I'll never go to Disney and not build a saber...very fun fan stuff 😂
Pretty cool! If it wasn't so expensive I would do it too lol 😅 😆
Yeah, it’s pricey. But totally worth it if you love Star Wars and collect bookshelf knickknacks.
I have the hilt sitting on my shelf and the blade on top for when I feel like playing with it
You can actually get an rfid reader/writer and program in the black Saber or any of the other colors
Got to do this solo, literally, weird but awesome experience lol 😂
I love how everything just turns to chaos once people start building. 😂
Ahhh, you always remember your first... lightsaber. 😉
Though I have not been to Galaxy's Edge, mine was about two decades ago, and was a Master Replicas Darth Vader lightsaber - then only CAD$90 at Costco! A gift from my wife, who sadly thought she was being fiscally responsible and not *also* buying the Luke Skywalker lightsaber at the same time/price! Was never that inexpensive for a lightsaber again, and never returned to Costco 😔
It was the first of five I'd eventually own (or several, as two are MR Lightsaber Construction Kits, with many options), and I'd own many more if I wasn't the one now being fiscally responsible.
If I ever do get down to SW:GE, it's predetermined that I will do Savi's Workshop 😎
This is REALLY making me consider booking the experience for my trip this summer.
It was sooooo awesome. I legit want another one. I just don’t want to pay for it again. 😂
They used to sell just the scrap metal pieces for $20/each a few years ago, but they stopped. I really want the pieces I DIDN’T choose just to have as options. But it’s still fantastic as is.
I'll be flying out to Florida and getting my own Saber next Thursday, and I'm definitely gonna take inspiration from what you chose!
Considering the tech the sabers, the fact that you have to pay for additional crystals to get sound profiles (which are literally already built into it, they still make you pay to have them) as well as the build quality (had multiple issues with them, even right after I got them, had to walk back to the workshop and get replacement parts, good luck doing that at home though) and many more factors, the sabers are not worth it. The experience is great, but after you walk away you feel like you just got railed by a pawn shop. If you care about anything but the 30 minutes you get to enjoy the experience, I'd spend the extra $100-200 on better sabers for a MUCH better experience.
Agree I think its overrated, just get a neo pixel or base lit if you wanna make it feel special just play the force theme as you open and activate your saber lol
@@KaylasStarWorld Bought a Xenopixel and the 1% brightness is brighter than any Disney saber, and every trait I talked about + more it absolutely wins over Disney. From effects to overall customization, no competition.
It was a fun experience. The experience is reflective of how well you like the cast member who is leading the event. I was not the biggest fan of our crew members. However, It was still fun. I built the same saber as you because I thought it looked the coolest. I wish the cast member had mentioned that you could buy additional accessories, like more crystals after we were done.
I finally went after so many years and I loved my experience however I will say you can definitely get a better lightsaber somewhere else but I loved the experience and would definitely do it again but wish they had more options
If it's the only light saber you ever buy, it's a great experience. It may also be a stepping stone for you to get into some of the other markets of light sabers, like the Neopixel ones made 3rd party. Either way, the experience was very enjoyable. I did it a second time to get a Gen 2 Protection and Defense.
It isn't as nice as a few of my proffie sabers, but it was my first.
Awesome build. Know the boys need to get there lightsabers.
I just came back from Disney last week. We built 2 lightsabers and went to the shop next to Kylo's ship to have them shipped "off world". Cost $40 ish to ship the 2 UPS.
We did this with our 6 and 7 year olds at Disney World last year and it was SO AMAZING! We cried. 100 percent recommend. A once in a lifetime experience.
For sure! Absolutely! It was so awesome. I want to do it again. 😂 But don’t want to pay another $250 😭
@@SoCalDisneyDad 😆 oh yeah. This is a "one and done" kind of thing for us.
I can't wait to build a lightsaber for my Disney vacation with my mom. I need to make sure and make reservations and everything
i did this a couple years ago...loved it.
Your lightsaber is pretty much exactly like my first build. ie, you have great taste. 😂
I built one for myself and it was completely worth it. The experience is much different than just purchasing a saber for dueling or for whatever purpose you desire. This Saber, Peace and Justice, that I built, far exceeds my others in that I built it and the experience behind it. Price is similar to others and the quality is very good, especially for Disneyland.
I very much agree with this
I did the elemental nature one when I did it. I want to do it again since they offered new versions since when I did it.
Yeah, I saw the old ones, at least for Power and Control and Peace and Justice, and I much prefer the newer options.
We're almost saber twins, except you picked a different pommel. It was a tough choice for me too.
Awesome! I really like the “grippy” style. Don’t really know what to call it. But I wanted the pommel to match the emitter.
Truth be told, I would gladly have all of the parts to mix and match at my leisure.
I’m coming to do this! I’m subscribing to this guy 🎉😁
New scrap!!! Nice gotta add to my collection. Pro Tip; if you decide to display be sure to take batteries out, so it does not leak and ruin it.
That kid is super wanting to build a saber ! Come on friend/Dad…… kid is dieing! 😂😢
Our experience was good. The only thing that sucked was we did it for my son's birthday and his was the only one that didn't light up. They fixed it right away, and it's not their fault. Just felt bad for my son that the lighting experience was delayed. He still loved it. Wish the black crystal was easier to get and did more
Hey big tip when you store this hilt take your battery pack out of the hilt the hilt will drain the batteries over a few months. That's being said good choice with power and control I built a first Gen power and control
I’ll be going back to Disneyland (it’s been YERAS) this October and this is one of the things I’m most looking forward to! And the Droid Depot! Thanks for the video! I’m even more excited now!
Had fun at galaxys edge, Stopped by Savis to check it out, then went to SaberForge when I got home and got a much better custom saber for $300.
I dont like the feel of the Savi sabers, with the plastic core, covered by more plastic pieces for appearance. They feel huge in the hand compared to the legacy sabers sold in the other shop.
I built my very first lightsaber when I went for 2023 gradnite, the experience is amazing and I would go again (mainly because a week later the hilt stopped working but thankfully I bought anakins lightsaber while I was there so I can make the blade useful)
Yep! Definitely building a life saber next visit
so cool! the only thing i'd have to worry about is getting this thing on an airplane
Once is great more than that haven’t done it in four years of visiting
Your ligthsaber is so cool bro ima select that one!
i could tell you were giving a positive reviiew with the look of your smile @4:30 (and @6:20) 😅
The black crystal is really super uncommon in those red crystal packs.
The CMs did an awesome job. I'm glad you had fun.
I know the blacks are uncommon, but I would have loved the chance to even get one (without buying an unnecessary red crystal, that’s why I should have chosen something like blue in the experience).
Too bad the black isn’t a chance in all the colors. Then I’d be more inclined to buy one of every color.
Exactly a year to the day right now when I went to Disneyland. Had an appointment at Savi’s. But due to supply chains shortages they were limited to just Power & Control and even then had very limited parts. Like many others, cancelled my appointment on the spot. I was very disappointed. Glad to hear they have new parts and sufficient parts too right now. I am hoping to visit Disney World this coming winter and ensure I try once again.
Definitely do it! I think it’s a must for any Star Wars fan.
My dad made his today. It's an expensive experience, but very cool. Our CM's were great.
Bro takes his kids to Disney but has them watch him have the fun from the side😂
That's what I was thinking. Very strange parenting decision. Adult Disney people are weird.
You can buy crystals separately after your build to change the lights and sound so it's a good investment
I went last summer and the bigger guy who was just an assistant in this video played Savi, and he was a MUCH better actor, who made you really feel like you were doing something important. The guy in this video just seemed to be going through the motion.
I just built my first saber this past week and funny it's the exact same as yours, except I went with the purple blade. I carried mine around in the case completely in tact without having to remove the top spikes. I went in with the same mindset that it would be a plastic hilt, because the elemental one looked plastic in all the pics I saw before going. Love the weight of it. I'm thinking of doing a little airbrushing to make it look more battle used and worn.
That’s a great idea! Have you ever played Jedi: Survivor? (Not sure if you play video games) Because one of the things I love about that game was the ability to customize your hilt down to every piece like this experience, plus adding 4-5 different levels of wear and tear. It was great.
I did this experience last year during Star Wars Nights. Was it worth it? Well I think a hard core fan would enjoy it. As a casual like myself it was enjoyable but I had my little gripes with it. Such as; well the light saber you build is more a show piece, not really made for any kind of play like banging it with another light saber as you toy around with friends. Understandable for a over $200 piece and experience, would not something like that to break. The customization portion is nice, however I would have liked to have been able to keep the unused parts so you can always go back and swap them out on your own time. After all for what you pay, would be a nice incentive to have been able to. Was nice to see others experiences and I like you was giddy all inside when going through the whole workshop experience. Would I do it again? Possibly, but think would rather save the money, and save up for a more sturdier piece from some other light saber makers.
Me when you touched the blade of an activated lightsaber. 😳
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So cool!!!! I'm going to have to sign up for this on my next trip to disneyland!!
Definitely do!
Wow. The guy running your experience was the same one who did ours back in 2019!
That’s cool.
I can't remember how it's done. BUT you CAN recode any crystal to get the different colors. so you could make it black
Yeah, it’s just an RFID reader. I am not RFID-savvy though.
Mine didn’t break but it comes apart so easily. The pieces doesn’t screw tight.
I wanna build a lightsaber so badly!
If I were to do this, I'd make one like the one he made.
My husband did this and we got to watch…. I legit cried,😂
Oh! And I searched on Etsy and found a wall mount so he has his hanging vertically on the wall in his office.
@@brandikorte8151 I did see a few on Etsy! I haven’t bought anything yet though.
I went yesterday and they changed the spikes so now you don’t have to take it off. Not sure what changed but I can confirm it works without removing now
You’re paying for the experience. I say it’s worth it for buying kids their first saber, but otherwise just shop online. There’s some REALLY fantastical and even durable sabers out there. You may have your pay much more for the really fancy ones or ones based VERY accurately (more so than Disney’s) off Legacy (or legends/canon characters’) sabers. Now, as far as whether or not Disney is worth the admission fee, that’s a different debate.
If you build a sith saber, can you still pick whatever color crystal you want? Or does it have to be red?
You can choose whatever color. And if you want a chance at Black, I actually recommend picking a different color in the experience and buying a red. Because Red boxes are the only ones with a shot at Black.
I got 4 reds and got a black. It was for me and a friend to play a game of who could a black. He won
We're heading to Disneyland 29th-31st May. Trying to convince my wife to let me and my 5 year old twins to do this hahahahaha! Problem is, we're coming from New Zealand and not sure how to get them back....
My friend went a few years ago. I gave him $100 to buy all red crystals. I got a black one from doing this. It was a surprise. I still don’t have a saber though
Thanks for sharing as always Traver; always insightful. I'll be there the 27th for the first time and looking forward to experiencing this as well. Going with protection/defense. What's your take on the stands tho at dok ondar's? I am probably just going to get on etsy. I know you took yours with you but I'm thinking of having the blade shipped at dok's as well since flying so don't have to carry around and mess with it.
I did not drop the $50. 😂
I haven’t bought one yet but I do plan to get one somewhere. Most definitely online.
Great video, such a magical experience. Do you know if any of the lockers are large enough to hold a lightsaber or if there is a "bag check" for them?
I wish I could visit this place
Will these fit in a case if you remove the handle? Coming from the U.K. but would love to do this!
Do they allow mixing things to make unique light saber tilt
I have the exact same build for my lightsaber
I wish they have more colors and components to choose from
I think a fifth set composed of more "scrappy" looking parts would be nice!
I didn’t know that they updated the pieces
Lol how come the adults are the ones building? 😂
I was also dying watching his son with a frown on his face as his dad took over 😂
Thanks for the review! I was wondering about the quality of the lightsaber. Is it a real crystal? I’m going next week and am trying to make my time and funds count
The Experience Itself feels like you're forging your saber on Ilum (The planet you get your Kyber Crystal On).
How much are the crystals?? I was planning on building a red but since you mentioned the black, I’m thinking of getting a blue, then purchasing the red for a chance at the black!
I don’t remember because they aren’t out and available to look through. They have everything behind the counter. I guess people try to look into the boxes to see if they can find a black.
$15-$20 I think.
Thank you for this video it was really helpful. One question. Will they store your lightsaber like they do the android if you don't want to carry it throughout the day?
The store where you buy it should be able to either store it or send it to the front of the park to pickup at the end of the day.
The experience was really fun but when I went I had to wait the whole day until 10 at night to get a spot and actually do it.
What do you do with a 3 foot light saber on the rest of your day at the park?! AND, how to do you fly back home with that thing? Does it count as your personal item? Do you have to check it? (It's 100% getting broken if so....)
How long is the experience?