When I add the lightsaber as a prop, (.3ds model,) and set up the colors just the way I want them, ie. with all transparency settings just right to get the exact 'glow' effect above, then either save the file, or add as a new character, the lightsaber IS added to the saved file, the .pz3, or the .cr2; however, and here is the punch: Poser is adding a new generic 'MATERIAL' to the lightsaber when I either reload the scene, or add/replace the character in the scene. This new material overrides my current object coloring settings, and so even if the file is saved with the appropriate settings, it gets HOSED when it is reloaded. If anyone can help with this, please let me know. I have worked very hard on this model, and would like some possible way to circumvent the above from happening. I leave it now to the people of this wonderful forum to help me figure this out. Thank you. Communion