The first look at a live-action lightsaber whip in “Star Wars: The Acolyte” trailer

The first live-action lightsaber whip is shown in the latest teaser video for “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” which showcases a new element to the “Star Wars” world.

The Disney+ series takes place around a century before the events shown in the 1999 prequel “The Phantom Menace,” during the High Republic era, which was a time of wealth and expansion for the Jedi.

The story of the series centers on the rise of a powerful dark force during this period of light, and it follows a Jedi master as he sets out to find a former Padawan who has become evil.

Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, Charlie Barnett, and Carrie-Anne Moss are among the cast members of the program.

Not only does the just released 30-second teaser recapitulate the series’ premise, but it also includes a big bombshell.

A character brandishes a lightsaber that expands and becomes flexible, resembling a whip, in a quick wide angle shot taken from above.

This cutting-edge weapon introduces a new facet to the “Star Wars” franchise as it is the first of its kind to appear in a live-action film.

The lightsaber whip represents the show’s dedication to creatively extending the “Star Wars” lore while also introducing a fresh element of warfare.

This teaser makes fans more excited about the new paths “The Acolyte” will explore within the cherished universe as they await the show’s premiere.