"This is the weapon of a Jedi Knight. Not as clumsy or as random as a blaster, but a more elegant weapon for a more civilized age." - Obi Wan Kenobi, teaching Luke Skywalker about lightsabers.

The iconic symbol of the Jedi and the Sith, lightsabers are regal but dangerous - especially for those who have never wielded them. For this haiku, imagine what it is like to teach the art of lightsaber combat. Picture it in the hands of a complete beginner, guided by you - their teacher.

Entries will be graded according to this rubric: 50% creativity, 25% poetic structure, 25% spelling and grammar. Submissions should be in some kind of word processor format (no links, files must be submitted or typed in the text box), and written in the style of a haiku.

Low participation will result in extension of entry deadline.