It works for either light side or dark side, but dark side is the optimal choice.īoth builds will trivialize the end boss. The guardian build is a strength-based melee fighter with buffs. Light side is the most optimal way to build a consular, whereas dark side builds will be much less effective.
It is a light side build that uses all of the fun dark side powers. The consular build focuses on area damage (Force Lightning) and buffs with moderate melee capabilities. Playing without it limits item choices in a huge way.
This guide assumes you are playing with the Yavin DLC. Though HK-47 is not the most optimal party member for combat, he is the most optimal for enjoying the game. This guide details how to build and play the optimal jedi consular or guardian, including passing all persuade checks and maximizing HK-47 with the repair skill, which unlocks all of his story dialogue.
