In “The Phantom Menace,” Qui-Gon Jinn faces Darth Maul in an epic lightsaber duel.
Unfortunately, Qui-Gon loses the battle, and his lightsaber falls to the floor.
After that, Obi-Wan Kenobi picks up Qui-Gon’s lightsaber and uses it to defeat Darth Maul.
But what happens to Qui-Gon’s lightsaber after this battle? Let’s explore four fascinating theories about its fate.
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1. Obi-Wan Kept Qui-Gon’s Lightsaber
After Qui-Gon Jinn’s death at the hands of Darth Maul on Naboo, the young and determined Obi-Wan Kenobi found himself in a moment of deep sorrow and triumph.
The battle had been fierce, and in the end, he was left holding two lightsabers.
One was his own, scorched and damaged from the intense fight.
The other was Qui-Gon’s, still humming with the power of the Jedi who had wielded it with such wisdom and courage.
In that solemn moment, Obi-Wan looked down at the weapon of his fallen master.
Qui-Gon had been more than just a teacher; he was a mentor, a guide, and a symbol of everything Obi-Wan aspired to be.
To honor his fallen master, Obi-Wan made a heartfelt decision.
He would keep Qui-Gon’s lightsaber, not just as a weapon, but as a symbol of his memories and the lessons he learned from Qui-Gon.
For many years, Obi-Wan carried this lightsaber with him.
When the Republic fell and the sinister Order 66 was executed, marking the near-extinction of the Jedi, Obi-Wan went into hiding on the desert planet of Tatooine.
Despite the dangers, he held onto Qui-Gon’s lightsaber.
It was a constant reminder of his mission to watch over young Luke Skywalker and the enduring spirit of the Jedi.
2. Obi-Wan Returned the Lightsaber to the Jedi Temple
After the flames of Qui-Gon’s funeral pyre flickered out, Obi-Wan knew that his master’s lightsaber belonged among the relics of the Jedi Temple.
With a heavy heart, he returned it to the Temple, placing it with other treasures of the Jedi.
This act was more than just a return; it was a way to honor Qui-Gon’s memory and ensure that his legacy would be remembered by future generations of Jedi.
When the Great Jedi Purge began, the Temple was attacked, and the Jedi were hunted down.
In the chaos, many relics, including Qui-Gon’s lightsaber, were scattered or hidden to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.
Some believe that during this tumultuous time, the lightsaber might have been lost or taken by someone who found it valuable.
3. Obi-Wan Gave the Lightsaber to Anakin
After Qui-Gon’s death, Obi-Wan took on the responsibility of training a young Anakin Skywalker.
At the beginning of his training, Anakin had no lightsaber of his own.
Seeing the need and understanding the importance of passing on the legacy, Obi-Wan decided to give Qui-Gon’s lightsaber to Anakin.
For several years, Anakin used this lightsaber during his early training as a Jedi.
Eventually, Anakin built his own blue lightsaber, putting aside Qui-Gon’s.
4. Luke Found the Lightsaber
Years after Obi-Wan’s death, a young Luke Skywalker explored Obi-Wan’s old home on Tatooine.
While searching through the belongings, Luke found a kyber crystal, the powerful heart of a lightsaber.
Many fans believe this crystal once powered Qui-Gon’s lightsaber.
Using this crystal, Luke built his own green lightsaber.
It was as if the legacy of Qui-Gon Jinn lived on through Luke, connecting him to the Jedi legacy and continuing the story that Qui-Gon started.