On October 5, Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort confirmed an immediate update to the lightsaber-building experience in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The change affects both locations at Disneyland Park in California and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida.Savi’s Workshop Hilt Theme UpdatedOn Monday, Disney Parks Blog announced an upgraded hilt theme and additional upgrades for lightsabers available at Savi’s Workshop, the lightsaber-building experience in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The latest series of the “Protection and Defense” hilt theme allows Disney Park guests to build a customized lightsaber featuring striking white finishes and rich gold detailing.Credit: Disney Parks BlogThe new design is inspired by the optimism and grandeur of the High Republic, adorned with mysterious ancient Jedi iconography that honors those who dedicated themselves to protecting others. The “Protection and Defense” hilt theme “reflects a time when the Order stood as a symbol of peace and hope across the galaxy.”“Protection and Defense” is the second hilt theme to receive a third-generation update, following the upgraded “Power and Control” hilt theme in May 2026.Other Lightsaber-Building ChangesCredit: Disney Parks BlogIn addition to the updated hilt theme, Disney Parks Blog announced that every lightsaber’s chassis and blade, regardless of hilt theme, has been enhanced with brand-new features, including a thermal cutting effect, deflection effects, a spinning effect, upgraded audio quality, and smoother blade activation.Guests can pair their lightsabers with special “cracked” Kyber crystals to unlock a color-change effect with “a quick flick of the wrist, showcasing the inner battle between the light side and the dark side of the Force.” The effect changes the lightsaber color from blue to red.When Can Guests Purchase Upgraded Lightsabers?Credit: Disney Parks BlogAccording to Disney Parks Blog, the upgraded lightsabers are already available on Planet Batuu at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. Advance reservations for Savi’s Workshop are highly recommended, and guests must purchase a lightsaber to take part in the interactive experience.What do you think about the new lightsaber effects at Savi’s Workshop? Share your opinion with Inside the Magic in the comments! The post Disney Parks Retire Original ‘Star Wars’ Lightsaber-Building Experience, Effective Immediately appeared first on Inside the Magic.