Editing Star Wars Saga Edition Jedi Academy Training Manual

Students come from all corners of the galaxy to study the ways of the Jedi. Under the guidance of talented Jedi Masters, these students gain knowledge of the Force and become the guardians of peace and justice. Yet the power of the dark side is ever-present, tempting reckless students to walk the path of evil. Your destiny is in your hands. Will you grow to become a powerful Jedi Knight, or succumb to the lure of the Dark Side?{{DISPLAYTITLE:Jedi Academy Training Manual}}

== Introduction ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Introduction|Introduction]]''

You are about to take you first steps into a larger world. Following the Galactic Civil War, Luke Skywalker, the first of a new generation of Jedi Knights, reestablishes [[The Jedi Order]] and begins training new students in the ways of [[The Force]]. The new Jedi Order starts out on [[Yavin 4]], and then eventually moves to other locales, including the Jedi Academy on [[Ossus]]. Many years after Luke's time, his descendant, Kol Skywalker, rises to the rank of Jedi Master and becomes one of the preeminent leaders of [[The Jedi Order]].

It is from this perspective, that of students at the Jedi Academy on [[Ossus]], that this book is written. The ''Jedi Academy Training Manual'' is a guide to [[The Force]], [[The Jedi]], and [[The Sith]]. Inside this book, you will find a wealth of knowledge pertaining to all aspects of [[The Force]] found in the ''Star Wars Roleplaying Game''. This book provides many new options for players of [[Jedi]] characters as well as other [[Force Traditions]], designed to enhance your game experience. Though much of this content is geared toward players, Gamemasters should find this material just as useful in crafting NPCs.

There is more to being a Jedi than just [[Force Powers]] and [[Lightsabers]]. [[The Jedi]] tradition is steeped in history, and [[The Jedi]] are as much soldiers of an ideal as they are masters of incredible Force power. Likewise, [[The Sith]] are far from two-dimensional villains; most every Sith Lord is cunning, devious, and complex. Throughout this book, players and Gamemasters alike are encouraged to look beyond the surface and see the motivations that make these characters memorable parts of the ''Star Wars'' saga.

This book has different kinds of thematic sidebars, as introduced within the [[JATM Introduction|Introduction]]. These sidebars provide extra information, adventure hooks, and ideas to enhance the ''Saga Edition'' experience. Sometimes these sidebars contain new rules elements; other times they simply provide a bit of story or flavor to stimulate the imaginations of players and Gamemasters. Pay special attention to these sidebars, for they often enhance the text of the chapters in which they appear.

== Power of the Force ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Power of the Force|Power of the Force]]''

[[Jedi]] heroes from all eras are as varied in their skills and abilities as any other kind of hero. Some Jedi are warriors, born to use [[The Force]] on the battlefield to banish [[The Dark Side]]. Others are born to be introspective seekers of knowledge, using meditation to peer into the secrets of the universe in search of truth. Regardless of what kind of Jedi your hero might be, this chapter presents many new [[Talents]], [[Feats]], and [[Force Powers]] to help bring your Jedi's unique skills to the forefront. The mechanics presented in this chapter cover a variety of Force powers and methods, some meant for all and others meant only for those who embrace [[The Dark Side]].

This chapter also takes a look at many character archetypes within the ranks of [[The Jedi]] and [[The Sith]]. Among the Jedi Knights, many Jedi are classified by their specialities; there are Jedi Healers, Jedi Investigators, Jedi Battlemasters, Jedi Instructors, and so forth. These Jedi might be described by their archetype, but these archetypes do not necessarily define them. The nature of [[Talent Trees]], the [[Jedi]] Heroic Class, and the [[Jedi Knight]] Prestige Class gives each hero's player the choice of just how closely to follow the archetype. You can choose to make your Jedi a master of one aspect of Jedi Knighthood, embodying the archetype you have chosen in every [[Talent]] choice. Alternatively, you can dabble in two, three, or even more [[Talent Trees]], creating a Jedi who chooses to be more cosmopolitan about their areas of study.

Additionally, many of the mechanics in this chapter can be used to flesh out [[Force Adepts]] of other [[Force Traditions]], including those presented in [[JATM Affiliated Programs|Affiliated Programs]]. Some of the Force Powers in this chapter are specifically the domain of those [[Force Traditions]], such as [[The Aing-Tii Monks]] and their ''[[Fold Space]]'' Force Power, or the ''[[Intercept]]'' Force Power favored by [[The Zeison Sha]] warriors. The [[Talents]] for the [[Force Adept]] Prestige Class also create their own sub-archetypes, many of which may not be appropriate to certain [[Force Traditions]]. Players on non-Jedi Force-users should consult with their Gamemasters to determine exactly which [[Force Powers]] and [[Talents]] are appropriate for creating a character from a particular [[Force Tradition]].

== Philosophy ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Philosophy|Philosophy]]''

Of all the elements present in the ''Star Wars'' saga, the one that brings everything together is [[The Force]]. Without it, Palpatine would have no power to put his plans into motion as effectively as he did. Without it, the Sith-controlled Empire could not replace the Republic as the central government of the galaxy. Without it, neither [[The Sith]] nor [[The Jedi]] would have any extraordinary abilities to help them accomplish their goals. Without [[The Force]], we would not have Anakin Skywalker, destined to fulfill an age-old prophecy.

Throughout the ''Star Wars'' saga, we have heard [[The Force]] referred to as an energy field created by all living things, the source of power for all Jedi, and that which unites all life in the galaxy. Although [[The Force]] is all that and more, we do not have very specific information about it. This chapter delves into the beliefs held by [[The Jedi]], [[The Sith]], and other [[Force Traditions]] in an attempt to answer pertinent questions about [[The Force]].

== Equipment and Artifacts ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Equipment and Artifacts|Equipment and Artifacts]]''

Most Force-users, especially [[The Jedi]] and [[The Sith]], need little in the way of special accoutrements beyond their robes and their [[Lightsabers]]. Still, over the millenia that [[The Jedi]] have roamed the galaxy, certain objects, weapons, and suits of armor have gained popularity among members of the Order and, in many cases, have subsequently faded into obscurity. However, one item has never gone out of style since its creation: the [[Lightsaber]]. This chapter provides an in-depth look at [[Lightsabers]], including their construction, and includes information on a variety of other objects of significance to Force-users.

Not all items are available in all eras. In the days of [[The Jedi Civil War]], the galaxy is filled with [[Sith Artifacts]] and weapons of strange construction, as [[The Jedi]] and [[The Sith]] try to outdo one another in a Force-assisted arms race. However, by the time of the Rebellion against the Empire, Emperor Palpatine had already confiscated and, in many cases, destroyed ancient Jedi and [[Sith Artifacts]], meaning that very few such objects survive in that time period and beyond. By the time that Luke Skywalker founds the new Jedi Academy, the search for Jedi Artifacts unearths a few items of significance. A Gamemaster must decide which weapons and objects are available in his or her campaign, and should feel free to rule that some items simply no longer exist in the galaxy.

With that in mind, there are many ways to reintroduce lost objects and artifacts in games set farther forward in the ''Star Wars'' timeline. [[The Sith]] are notorious for creating tombs and mausoleums for their dead, honoring great Sith Lords with temples of epic size and complexity. Within these tombs lie many undiscovered secrets, among them lost artifacts (or, perhaps, merely the secret lore of how to recreate them). Gamemasters who rule that some objects are not available for general purchase or construction might dole out those same objects by placing such relics in undisturbed tombs, in the remains of Sith and Jedi ships of war that crashed onto remote, unknown worlds long ago, or in vessels and [[Space Stations]] that have drifted derelict through space for thousands of years.

== Affiliated Programs ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Affiliated Programs|Affiliated Programs]]''

== Instructors and Alumni ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Instructors and Alumni|Instructors and Alumni]]''

Throughout history, [[The Jedi Order]] has worked hard to preserve life in all forms throughout the galaxy while expanding its knowledge of [[The Force]]. Although Jedi do not seek to place any great importance on a single person, some individuals are recognized by their peers as well as those in authority for furthering the cause of [[The Jedi]] and helping others become decent members of the Order. These individuals are the masters and teachers of [[The Jedi]] whose knowledge and wisdom have passed down through the generations and are revered for their contributions that have helped guide the Order in its mission to bring peace and order to the galaxy.

== Dangers of Study ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Dangers of Study|Dangers of Study]]''

The galaxy is vast, and even after thousands of years of study, only a tiny fraction of the planets, [[Species]], and [[Beasts]] that it contains have been discovered, much less studied. Jedi Padawans are warned of the untold dangers that await them in the galactic vastness, which is not to say that [[The Jedi]] should destroy every dangerous beast they encounter. However, if one is to fulfill the role of galactic peacekeeper, one must be aware of the dangers that the galaxy abides.

The creatures and individuals described here are but a sample of the strange, exotic, and lethal dangers that a Jedi might encounter during an adventure. Some creatures are relegated to a single planet or even a single location, but others have managed to spread across the galaxy. In rare circumstances, [[The Jedi]] have deemed some of these creatures, notably those altered by [[The Dark Side]], as grave threats that must be eliminated to help bring harmony to the galaxy.

[[The Jedi]] are interested in [[Beasts]] that have sensitivity to [[The Force]] and the ability to wield it in some manner. The Jedi Council has numerous ongoing programs in place to discover, catalog, and study Force-sensitive creatures, both to learn more about them and to gain a greater insight into their own assumptions on how [[The Force]] manifests itself. One thing is for certain- most creatures are dangerous in their own right, but those that can command [[The Force]] tend to be smarter, faster, tougher, or deadlier than normal.

== Studying Abroad ==
''Main Article: [[JATM Studying Abroad|Studying Abroad]]''

The ''Star Wars'' universe contains many locations that have some importance to the galaxy's various Force sects, especially [[The Jedi]]. Some of these locales are hubs of activity where The Jedi come together, while others are places immersed in [[The Dark Side]] that tempt any Jedi lured into them. Regardless of their origins and histories, all of the following locations have been significant in one way or another to [[The Jedi Order]] throughout its history.
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