The decades-old dream of Star Wars fans of all ages is about to be realized with the creation of a glowing toy lightsaber that won't raise welts on your opponent or, y'know, put an eye out.

Calimacil, a Canadian company that produces high-quality foam weapons for live-action role-playing, has developed a "high-tech foam LEDsaber" that produces not only light but also sound. As the video below demonstrates, the foam is "practically indestructible," but also perfectly safe for when you want to do battle with a Sith Lord, or your neighbor.

The sound effects are possibly even more impressive than the glowing or the durable foam: The "Master" version of Calimacil's lighstaber can discern between hits and swings, and will produce the appropriate sound.

You can order the LEDsabers through Calimacil's already-successful Kickstarter campaign. They're a bit on the pricey side, with the Basic Plasma Blue or Red costing $275; the completely decked-out Master, equipped with multiple colors and sound effects, will run you $500. They're expected to ship in May.

(via Toyland)