The broadsword Kylo uses in the dojo when fighting against other bladed weapons has taken some getting used to, but it's a necessity when your own blade is a laser designed to cut through metal.

There's something satisfying about the sounds of metal blades clashing, so different from the electrical hum and hiss of lightsabers. It's different, new, no reminders of what is lost for now.

The next time their blades meet, he gives a laugh. "Nice one. The people of your world must start training very early, for you to be so skilled at your age."