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Roos's exploration begins with a visit to the Saber Museum, where she meets David Q, a superfan and the world's biggest collector of custom-made lightsabers. With between 200 to 300 lightsabers in his collection, David’s passion reveals how deeply fans connect with the franchise. His earliest acquisition was a replica of the prop used in the movies, crafted from a vintage camera flash from 1928—an example of how fans cherish authentic memorabilia.

The allure of lightsabers, David explains, lies in their storytelling power—blending science fiction, martial arts, and fantasy. They emit a distinctive hum and are capable of captivating fans for decades. Some lightsabers, like the rare "Black Mamba," are worth thousands of dollars, underscoring the hobby’s investment appeal.