But while weve seen lightsaber-resistant material in Star Wars plenty already, what could cause this strange effect?
An infamous material from the Expanded Universe.
What Is Cortosis?
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On top of its rarity, cortosis was extremely difficult to mine due to its conductive properties.
How Does Cortosis Work?
What Other Materials Resist Lightsabers?
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Why Use Them Over Cortosis?
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