Mystic

"Mystic" was a term usually used in reference to an individual who was adept in the Force but was not part of a larger Force order such as the Jedi, Sith, Jensaarai, or the Potentium cult. The term may also refer to a member of a Force order that does not operate outside of their native sector and thus only participated in local affairs with varying principles and abilities. Some Mystics traveled the galaxy independently as treasure hunters, bounty hunters, and assassins. Upon the formation of the Galactic Empire, many Mystics were recruited by Imperial Inquisitors to serve Emperor Palpatine as Dark Jedi. Many accepted, though those who were refused were typically attacked and often killed by the Inquisitors. Many of these Imperial Mystics took up jobs within Imperial Intelligence or as part of the Inquisitorious, while others joined the Imperial Guard as part of the Emperor's Shadow Guard. By the time of the Galactic Civil War, it was estimated by Imperial Intelligence agents that there were thousands of trained Mystics operating for various organizations throughout the galaxy. Contrary to popular belief, most independent Mystics wielded blasters or vibroswords, as only Imperial Mystics were known to have been trained in the use of lightsabers.