haha, I understand JVit, I just really don't desire to have my saber on my belt. I'll decide eventually where to place it...maybe...
haha, I understand JVit, I just really don't desire to have my saber on my belt. I'll decide eventually where to place it...maybe...
We are all pursuing our convictions. The Jedi's truth is simply that which they desire to be true, as it is with us. In that way, Jedi are no different than we Sith, even if they would like to be. -Darth Shadox-
If you want to adhere to what 'everyone else thinks'... ...
... a belt might be "required".
If you prefer to do things with your own style and tastes... ...
... well... you can do things with your own style and tastes!
It's of little consequence in the "real world", or in the "fan film" world or even in the "fan groups" or whatever, but--Novastar does not wear a belt. He never did.
Whether that means it is correct or incorrect isn't the point... it's just a fact. Whether it means others think that the choice was/is "stupid", "interesting" or even irrelevant--also isn't the point... it's just a fact.
I say do what you want.
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Belts aren't the only thing that cling well to the body, and on the contrary, with that lightsaber swinging back and forth when you run, there are far more effective things to have.
And belts are not strict canon, as my counterexample, I present General Grievous. He kept lightsabers in his pockets.
Now, for the alternatives.
The thigh holster:
Not much of a deviation from the belt, but more secure.
The shin holder:
A little awkward for quick draw, but most saber battles were slow draws anyway, just to keep them looking cool.
This is my personal favorite
The shoulder holster:
Quick draw possibilities, fits snug on the body, and conceals nicely under the cloak without the hindrance during combat.
Aaaaand the two back styles:
well, that last one is still technically a belt, but you get the idea.
For the jedi canoneers, why not have both! >.>
Well, if you insist on NOT wearing a belt, you could always go with a dress and a murse, or even a purse. :P :P :P
This Jedi Ranger has a name....Terek Kelrune. Don't forget it.
You could also rig up something so the lightsaber hangs inside your cloak.
I think that would look pretty cool.
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you could just put your saber in your obi like a samurai.
I've been thinking about costumes a bit recently, my advice when designing a costume is to look at what martial artists wear, it's generally loose, though sometimes skin tight and stretchy. The reason for this is pure freedom of movement, you want to be able to move as freely as possible in hand to hand combat.
If you look at sith and Jedi costumes, they generally work along those same lines, the belt as others have stated is there to keep your clothes from getting in your way. It's also a very convenient place to hang stuff to be at hand when you need it, which is why humans have been using belts for thousands of years and show no signs of stopping. It's simply one of the most utilitarian items man has ever invented. If it were remotely provable I'd bet that hominids made belts to carry tools before they managed to migrate far enough north to need heavier clothing.
Also you have to take into account the fact the simplicity is often a virtue in and of itself, you can make or repair a belt just about anywhere, but if the plastic holster built into your space age leotard snaps then you're back to making a belt. It may not be worth the effort or even less efficient to rely to rely on complex engineering that can break or be fouled when a simple belt will do the job.
That's not to say it's always the right item, if your saber is too big for a belt, there are different ways to wear it, my thought would be to create something akin to a cross between a classic sword belt and a belt holster.
Basically you could use something that hangs from the belt at an angle, and holds the saber like a holster, kind of like the picture, but replace the scabbard with the holster.
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