Jedi Knight (playable class)

**Jedi Knight** is one of the four Galactic Republic playable classes./.

## Overview

#### Game roles

A Jedi Knight, in terms of standard MMORPG games, would be considered a primary damage class or tank. As such, the Guardian will have the abilities you'd expect and need to fulfill this role: snares, taunts, timered damage reductions, the ability to purge movement modifiers, etc.

Even in the most defensive specialization (Defense) the Guardian can do decent damage. In this spec, he also becomes very hard to immobilize and incredibly durable. The Defense Guardian is the quintessential damage sponge, key to raids and useful in PvP as well.

Vigilance is more offensive, but as a Jedi Guardian you still have very thick skin. The Vigilance Guardian focuses on point blank attacks, and has both high direct damage and sever periodic damage attacks; until upper levels, you'll find yourself starved for focus. But; by 50, as the class matures, you'll find yourself with more powers and abilities to use than; you can keep track of.

The Focus Guardian is also more offensive, but trades more medium ranged abilities for slightly lower damage output. It is a fair trade, as the flexibility of even a 10m range gives you freedom that the 4m melee range doesn't. It does mean that you're role is different though, more of a flank guard/harrier than the point of the spear.

With the heavy armor of the Jedi Guardian though, it does mean that; you can become the distraction that can't be ignored. You may find yourself in the company of Jedi Sentinels and Jedi Shadows more than other Jedi Guardians. For big fun, find a friendly Medic Commando to team up with.

### Description

#### Determined, guardian of peace and valiant

A symbol of hope in dark times, the Jedi Knight stands for the legacy of the Jedi Order more than 20,000 years of protecting the Galactic Republic and keeping the peace across the galaxy. Though Jedi Knights have served as generals, guerilla fighters and warriors for generations, their legendary combat prowess faces it's greatest test during this age.

Through years of disciplined training and meditation, the Jedi Knight hones body and mind; into perfect harmony. Combining the foresight of the force with unrivaled reflexes and practiced physical precision, the Knight turns combat into an art form, gracefully executing acrobatic feats in tandem with elegant lightsaber tactics.

A source of inspiration to allies and intimidation to adversaries, the Jedi Knight’s presence is welcome in any confrontation. The Jedi Order's long history of fighting for justice has earned the trust of countless friends and the hate of innumerable enemies. Few, though, are foolish enough to challenge a seasoned Jedi Knight; unless they have the skills and technology to even the odds.

#### Facing the Dark side

The Jedi's dark counterparts scored many victories during the war, expanding their Sith Empire and putting the Galactic Republic on the defensive. Since the Treaty of Coruscant, the Sith have consolidated their military might, even while the Jedi have withdrawn to Tython, a move that's been looked at with suspicion by many of the republic's politicians. Despite this, the war is far from over and the Jedi Knight's resolve remains firm. With unwavering allegiance to the republic and the light side of the force, the Jedi Knight fights with valiant determination, wading into the thick of any battle to protect freedom and democracy and hold fast against those who oppose it.

No matter how dire circumstances may become, the Jedi Knight trusts the force and keeps a cool head. Knowledge and self-control are the critical components of wise decisions, and emotional and mental clarity are an absolute necessity. Maintaining focus; allows the Jedi Knight to rely on intuition; a right mind leads to right action. For many, the Jedi Knight is the guardian of a precious dream; a dream of peace, a dream of justice, a dream of a brighter future. The fate of the galaxy; depends upon the Jedi Knight's ability to keep this dream alive.

#### Outfitting

The Jedi Knight's graceful movements are awesome to behold. Freezing a moment in this display captures the deep commitment underlying the Jedi Knight's dazzling abilities. Though a Jedi Knight's life is filled with battle and adventure, the Jedi Knight's heart is dedicated to peace and service.

An ironic observation to some, but greater wisdom suggests it is the Jedi Knights's humble devotion; which makes them so likely to become; such famous heroes.

#### Combat tactics

The Jedi Knight's graceful movements are awesome to behold. Freezing a moment in this display captures the deep commitment underlying the Jedi Knight's dazzling abilities. Though a Jedi Knight's life is filled with battle and adventure, the Jedi Knight's heart is dedicated to peace and service. An ironic observation to some, but greater wisdom suggests it is the Jedi Knights's humble devotion which makes them so likely to become; such famous heroes.

Whether defending allies by deflecting a barrage of blaster-fire or charging in to challenge a Sith Lord, the Jedi Knight's role is crucial in any conflict. The Jedi Knight enjoys the benefit of ancient teachings that; have been passed down through hundreds of generations. Combining these time-tested maneuvers with the natural guidance of the force, the Jedi Knight is capable of achieving extraordinary feats.

Focusing body and mind, the Jedi Knight is capable of blasting opponents with a powerful wave of force energy, knocking them off their feet. More powerful Jedi Knights have even been known to practice this technique against large groups. The Jedi Knight's lightsaber techniques; include powerful, synergistic combinations designed to render any enemy defenseless against a decisive finishing move.

While completing this maneuver, the Jedi Knight is preparing to take on an additional enemy. Combining physical prowess and force focus, the Jedi Knight can throw his/her lightsaber in spinning arc to strike enemies at a distance. Practice and mastery of this maneuver; enables the Jedi Knight to ensure his/her lightsaber returns to his hand after it's lethal circuit.

## Powers and Abilities

* *See Jedi Knight powers and abilities*.

Jedi Knights use a focus system to fuel their powers and abilities. Focus is generated; by basic attacks, and certain powers and abilities; such as force leap or sundering strike. Focus can be built up; but it has a cap and it goes down slowly overtime; when out of combat.

Use focus wisely and it is very beneficial. Compared to a mana system; which can run out completely; during prolonged fights focus can be constantly built up and long as you are alive you can get focus.

This makes the jedi knight and his sith warrior counterparts more important in larger and more protracted fights. When every other class is already having to conserve their remaining store of mana, power, heat, cells or whatever, your focus bar is just getting full.

Judicious use of abilities will allow you to keep it mostly full most of the time, so that; when things get crazy you have powerful tools to bring to the party. A jedi knight can hold his own in a quick fight; but in the darkest of times it is likely to be the jedi that's left standing alone to finish the fight; when all else have fallen. The jedi knights are highly skilled in melee combat.

Focusing on lightsaber combat, jedi knights can specialize in dual wielding combat as a jedi sentinel or develop a more defensive style as a jedi guardian.

## Known Advanced classes

### Jedi Guardian

Jedi Guardians like to wear heavy armor to defend themselves from any enemy attack. The use of the force; allows them to move quickly despite this.

Jedi Guardians are the perfect tanks as they can also taunt any enemies that; may be attacking their teammates. Their trees are defense (tank) vigilance (dps) and focus (dps); which can be used; by both the jedi guardians and jedi sentinals's advanced classes.

### Jedi Sentinel

Jedi Sentinels are able to use two lightsabers to swiftly take care of any enemy that; comes in their way. The focus this takes is immense and jedi sentinels do it; with style.

Jedi Sentinels are perfect in physical combat and they are able to adjust to any physical situation using the force and their knowledge of lightsaber combat. The watchman skill tree focuses on a melee style of fighting; with a combination of focused mind powers and physical attacks.

The combat skill tree lends itself towards lightsaber style fighting. The shared focus skill tree focuses on force centric skills; within combat.

## Known companions

* Archiban Kimble
* C2-N2
* Fideltin Rusk
* Kira Carsen
* Scourge
* T7-O1

## Trivia

* Jedi Knight is one of the two Galactic Republic-aligned force-sensitive classes.

## Gallery

Jedi Knight playable class.Jedi Knight video game icon.

## External links

* File:Star Wars: Old Republic Wiki.jpg Jedi Knight on Star Wars: Old Republic Wiki