Vernestra took the lead, pulling out her lightsaber and using it to clear the heaviest of the greenery while SD-7, the scout droid Avon had found on the maintenance shuttle, ranged far ahead, searching out the path of least resistance. Even with Vernestra’s lightsaber clearing the way—the bright purple beam glowed in the heavy shadows under the canopy—it was still slow going. They would be lucky to find shelter in the next few hours, if ever.

Star Wars The High Republic A Test of Courage Chapter 12