Across the galaxy, there are always tyrants, and those unlucky enough to suffer under their rule. Some Guardians take direct action through military force to attempt to overthrow such despots. Other Guardians see wars ravaging planets and harming the weak and defenseless. They step in to defend those innocents, and enforce peace at the tip of a lightsaber. These Guardians are often known as Peacekeepers.
Guardians are often driven by their compassion for the plights of those who cannot protect themselves. Protectors ensure these innocents never come to harm. Few are tougher than a Protector, and even fewer can get through his guard to attack those he defends. Even if his charges do suffer harm, the Protector possesses basic medical knowledge to heal their wounds.
Guardians frequently and deliberately put themselves in harm’s way in order to aid others. However, just as the Protector is unmatched at keeping others safe, the Soresu Defender has mastered the art of self defense. With lightsaber in hand, Soresu Defenders can fend off hordes of enemies or stand firm against hails of blaster fire, surviving the worst the enemy can throw at them.
Consulars are often drawn to their career by a strong sense of compassion. In many, this is expressed by a desire to mitigate bodily harm and cure the sick. A Flealer trains to do so, recognizing that helping the individual can be just as important as helping the entirety of galactic civilization.
Even the most accomplished of negotiators can see negotiations fail and come to violence. In the time of the Republic, many Jedi peacemakers trained with the lightsaber to prepare themselves for that eventuality. Today, Consulars who wish to do the same can focus on self-defense and gain a working knowledge of lightsaber combat by following the path of the Niman Disciple.
Many Consulars know the universal truth: knowledge is power, and understanding a situation can give one a decisive advantage. This holds just as true when resolving disputes or negotiations as it does on the battlefield. A Sage focuses on studying the world around him, recognizing that information offers tremendous advantages to himself and his allies. He then uses that power to help change the hearts and minds of others to achieve his goals.