was hoping somebody could esplain the weapon color dye system. I have a preorder that comes with the gold crystal. does that apply to lightsabers only or my blaster rifle as well?? >..>

It works on both. On projectile weapons it changes the color of your beam/projectile.

I believe only certain weapons, of any type, can be changed. If you dont have the ability to 'mod' the weapon (right click to modify message on the tooltip) you cant change the color.

The bonus color crystal is fairly disappointing. I was hoping it would give me more than a different color beam of goo. I was hoping for more damage or better weapon heat management or something other than a cosmetic color.

 

Be sure you remember to keep yanking the crystal out of your old weapon when you upgrade to a new better weapon. During beta I accidentally tossed it out! Once it was gone, it was gone.