Could the Lightsaber of Darth Vader have turned blue following Anakin's atonement?
The last scene of "The Acolyte" introduced the idea of kyber bleeding—the process whereby a Jedi's lightsaber crystal turns red upon dark side energy infusion. This begs the issue: after Anakin Skywalker's atonement, could the lightsaber of Darth Vader have returned to blue?
Why would the Lightsaber Turn Red for Darth Vader?
Red was the color of Darth Vader's lightsaber since Anakin's Kyber Crystal bled from his great hatred, suffering, and grief upon turning dark side. Living entities, Kyber crystals are impacted by the emotions of their wielder. Red denotes the corruption of the crystal by the dark side.
Might Anakin's Redemption undo the Kyber Corruption?
Although reverse the kyber corruption is a difficult process even theoretically possible. It's not only about the crystal turning back to its natural hue. Changing the color of the crystal would not be as difficult as reversing the corruption; a major act of purification and atonement is needed here.
How Would One Turn Vader's Lightsaber Blue Again?
Anakin would have had to go through a significant spiritual metamorphosis if she were to make darkly blue again the lightsaber blue. This might have included a thorough rejection of the dark side, a major atonement for his past deeds, and a strong allegiance to the Jedi way. The act of atonement by itself might not have been sufficient to instantly undo the corruption.
Did Anakin atone for his sins?
Anakin does exhibit notable regret for his past deeds in "Return Of The Jedi." He says he regrets his decisions and finally gives his life to protect his son and atone. One could argue, though, whether this atonement was sufficient to clean his Kyber Crystal.
Exists any proof that Anakin's Lightsaber turned blue once more?
There is no canonical proof that, upon Anakin's atonement, Darth Vader's lightsaber ever turned blue once more. The lightsaber stays red in "Return Of The Jedi" and in all following appearances of Darth Vader in Star Wars mythology. Although there's no evidence that the corruption actually reversed off-screen, it is plausible.
Does the lightsaber's color matter?
Though a lightsaber's color can represent the wielder's alignment, it is not the determining factor in their morality. The color of Anakin's lightsaber does not define his atonement in and alone. Finally proving his return to the light are his deeds, sacrifices, and metamorphosis.
How Does the Kyber Bleeding Concept Affect Star Wars' Future?
"The Acolyte" introducing kyber bleeding gives the lore of lightsabers and the Force still another level of complexity. It begs interesting issues regarding the nature of the Force and the possibility for atonement since it implies that the dark side can have a significant influence on the very essence of a lightsaber.
