Ezra Bridger’s discovery of an ancient crossguard lightsaber is tied to his growing connection to the deeper, forgotten history of the Force. During his later years in Star Wars Rebels, Ezra becomes increasingly attuned to relics and echoes of past Force users, uncovering knowledge that predates the rigid doctrines of the Jedi Order.
The ancient crossguard design originates from an era when lightsaber technology was unstable, requiring side vents to release excess energy.
 
To Ezra, the weapon represents a time when the Force was explored with curiosity rather than rules. Though he does not permanently wield the saber, its discovery influences his understanding of balance, restraint, and choice; reinforcing that strength does not come from power alone, but from wisdom and empathy.
The ancient crossguard lightsaber serves as a symbol of Ezra’s evolution: a bridge between old traditions and a new, more intuitive path forward in the Force.