For those looking to speculate beyond the conventional explanations already supplied by Lucas and Jackson it could be imagined that there is deeper meaning to the color of Windu's lightsaber. One plausible theory could incorporate the difference in lightsaber fighting technique, as "Vapaad" (the style mastered by Windu), utilizes the light side (sometimes represented as blue) and the dark side (represented as red) sides of the Force, which of course mix to make purple. Another could make a case for Windu's skill level and mastery of lightsaber combat resulting in Windu having the ability to construct a uniquely colored blade. Aside from color, his lightsaber is also unique in another way — only a senior member of the Jedi Council could have such an intricately designed lightsaber hilt as Master Windu.