Quick start guide
This guide will help you get started with Orbis Galactic, from obtaining your first kyber crystal to wielding a fully functional lightsaber.Your first steps
Start a new game or load your world
Launch Hytale with Orbis Galactic installed and either:
- Create a new world to explore the full mod experience
- Load an existing world to add Star Wars content
For the best experience, create a new world to ensure proper planet generation
Gather initial resources
Before traveling to find kyber crystals, you’ll need:
- Basic mining tools (pickaxe)
- Food and survival supplies
- Torches for cave exploration
- A crafted Ship Call Beacon (for space travel)
Travel to Ilum
Kyber crystals can only be mined on the ice planet Ilum.To get there:
- Craft a Ship Call Beacon
- Place the beacon with at least 17x5x5 blocks of free space in front
- Activate the beacon to call your spaceship
- Board the ship and navigate to Ilum
Mine kyber crystals on Ilum
Once on Ilum, look for kyber crystal ore nodes:
- Kyber Crystal Ore - Stone (most common)
- Kyber Crystal Ore - Basalt
- Kyber Crystal Ore - Slate
- Kyber Crystal Ore - Shale
- Kyber Crystal Ore - Volcanic
Obtain a lightsaber hilt
You’ll need a lightsaber hilt to complete your weapon. Choose from:
- Lightsaber Hilt (Anakin) - Elegant and functional, shaped by great promise
- Lightsaber Hilt (Luke) - Refined with quiet resolve, built to restore hope
- Lightsaber Hilt (Maul) - Brutal double-coupled design for aggressive combat
In creative mode, you can spawn these directly. In survival, check the Laser Weapon Bench for crafting recipes
Using your lightsaber
Once you have your lightsaber, here’s how to use it:Extending and retracting the blade
Use Secondary Ability (E key) to extend and retract the lightsaber blade
- Equip your lightsaber in your hotbar
- Press E to ignite the blade
- Press E again to retract it
Combat mechanics
- Attack - Use primary attack to swing your lightsaber
- Block - Some lightsaber variants support blocking
- Dual wielding - Maul separated double lightsabers can be wielded in both hands
Lightsaber variants
Depending on your hilt choice, you’ll have different combat styles:| Hilt Type | Configuration | Combat Style |
|---|---|---|
| Anakin | Single blade | Standard Jedi combat |
| Luke | Single blade | Defensive and balanced |
| Maul - Single | Single blade | Aggressive strikes |
| Maul - Double | Double-bladed | Sweeping attacks |
| Maul - Separated | Dual wield | Overwhelming offense |
Understanding kyber crystal colors
The kyber crystal you use determines your blade color and Force alignment:Light Side crystals
Blue Kyber Crystal- Steady and resolute, resonating with discipline and resolve
- Preferred by Jedi Guardians and protectors
- Best for defensive combat styles
- Alive with flowing resonance, echoing patience and wisdom
- Favored by Jedi Consulars who master the Force
- Ideal for Force-focused gameplay
- Radiant golden emitting pure harmony
- Ancient and unwavering, exceptionally rare
- Grants exceptional clarity and authority
Dark Side crystals
Red Kyber Crystal- Jagged crimson radiating unstable pulse
- The crystal itself is in pain, twisted by the dark side
- High damage output with aggressive combat bonus
Neutral crystals
Purple Kyber Crystal- Deep violet with conflicting energies
- Balanced on a razor’s edge between control and aggression
- For those who walk between light and dark
- Warm glow with restrained intensity
- Shaped by personal will and unconventional purpose
- Pragmatic balance for independent Force wielders
- Rare prismatic crystal, purified of corruption
- Reflects neutrality, redemption, and independence
- Free from both Jedi and Sith traditions
Exploring Tatooine
While Ilum is essential for kyber crystals, Tatooine offers rich exploration opportunities:Key locations
Mos Eisley- Visit the iconic Cantina
- Trade with NPCs
- Explore city buildings and walls
- Meet various alien species (Twileks, Rodians)
- Beware of hostile Tusken Raiders
- Loot camps for resources and weapons
- Find Cycler Rifles used by Tuskens
- Trade scrap metal for valuable items
- Purchase R2D2 Droid Pods (50 scrap metal)
- Buy Speeder Bikes (100 scrap metal)
- Exchange scrap for Silver Credits (20 scrap metal)
Jawa shops refresh daily at 6:00 AM game time with limited stock
- Scattered across the desert
- Source of scrap metal
- Various configurations: wings, thrusters, cockpits, random parts
- Also find scrap heaps with valuable materials
Tatooine survival tips
Advanced gameplay
Acquiring the Darksaber
The legendary Darksaber is a unique weapon:- Ancient black-bladed lightsaber with white-edged core
- Emits a low, unstable hum
- Heavy and resistant to untrained wielders
- Symbol of authority among Mandalorians
- More challenging to control than standard lightsabers
Building your arsenal
DC-15A Blaster Rifle- Standard issue clone trooper weapon
- Craft at the Laser Weapon Bench
- Ranged alternative to lightsabers
- Effective against multiple enemies
- Long range, high velocity blaster
- Often used by Tusken Raiders
- Excellent for sniping
- Can be looted from Tusken camps
Planetary travel
Using the Speeder Bike- Obtain a Speeder Bike (trade with Jawas or craft)
- Right-click to deploy the bike
- Mount and ride across planets
- Perfect for covering large distances quickly
Economy and trading
Galactic credits
- Silver Credit - Standard galactic currency
- Gold Credit - Worth 10 silver credits
- Trade with NPCs
- Purchase items from shops
- Barter at Stormtrooper and Jawa trading posts
Jawa scrap trader details
| Item | Input Cost | Stock | Refresh |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speeder Bike | 100 Scrap Metal | 2 | Daily |
| R2D2 Droid Pod | 50 Scrap Metal | 2 | Daily |
| Silver Credits | 20 Scrap Metal | Unlimited | Daily |
All shops restock at 6:00 AM game time each day
Common beginner mistakes
Forgetting to extend the blade
Many new players forget that lightsabers start retracted. Always press E to ignite your blade before combat!Insufficient ship landing space
The Ship Call Beacon requires exactly 17x5x5 blocks of free space. Mark out this area before placing your beacon.Mining kyber crystals on wrong planets
Kyber crystals only spawn on Ilum. Don’t waste time searching on Tatooine or other planets.Not managing scrap metal
Scrap metal is valuable on Tatooine. Collect it from:- Ship wreckage (wings, thrusters, cockpits)
- Scrap heaps
- Trading with NPCs
Next steps
Now that you’ve mastered the basics:- Experiment with all lightsaber styles - Try each hilt and crystal combination
- Explore both planets thoroughly - Discover all locations and prefabs
- Build a collection - Gather all kyber crystal colors
- Set up a base - Create a home on your preferred planet
- Master combat - Practice with different weapons and techniques
Return to introduction
Review all mod features and content
Installation guide
Need to reinstall or update the mod?
Getting help
Stuck or need assistance?- Visit the GitHub repository
- Check the Issues section for solutions
- Report bugs or request features
- Join the community discussions