Usually, I'm lost when it comes to Rebel builds. The amount of time I dedicate to Imperials or Scum is far greater, and I do not tend to see many Rebel players at the few tournaments I attend. But I want to change my ways and gain a deeper understanding of its strategy to improve my overall X-Wing game.
This squad comes from a brain-storming session during working hours, trying to include dual ARC-170's. I didn't think it was possible to run them how I wanted and had points left over for a third ship, but I've stretched the goal further to add a fourth ship, and the squad so far is very fun flying
This squad comes from a brain-storming session during working hours, trying to include dual ARC-170's. I didn't think it was possible to run them how I wanted and had points left over for a third ship, but I've stretched the goal further to add a fourth ship, and the squad so far is very fun flying
Braylen Straam
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Whilst I've never used Straam until this squad, I do enjoy his pilot ability. I've combined him with R3-A2 to give a stress-inducing mechanic to the list, and thanks to Hera on board, I don't miss out on performing a red manoeuvre when I need to close on the enemy.
THane Kyrell
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Having another ARC-170 in the squad allows for added flexibility: the ability to catch enemy ships in two rear facing arcs as opposed to one ensures some damage, but the extra 9 hit points in the squad don't hurt, either. I continued along the stress-inducing course and added Tactician with Kyrell which works for both firing arcs at range 2.
I did experiment a little with the Astromech upgrade slot and tried R2-D6, but couldn't find an Elite Pilot Talent that clicked with him at this stage. I may re-visit that idea once my experience with the squad grows. Until then, it's simply an R2 for some added green manoeuvres.
As compelling as Thane's pilot ability is, it is better to pair him with a second ARC-170, rather than build around his ability. That is why there are no Vectored Thrusters or Engine Upgrade cards in the list.
I did experiment a little with the Astromech upgrade slot and tried R2-D6, but couldn't find an Elite Pilot Talent that clicked with him at this stage. I may re-visit that idea once my experience with the squad grows. Until then, it's simply an R2 for some added green manoeuvres.
As compelling as Thane's pilot ability is, it is better to pair him with a second ARC-170, rather than build around his ability. That is why there are no Vectored Thrusters or Engine Upgrade cards in the list.
Airen Cracken
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I've never been a massive fan of the Z-95 Headhunter simply because of how low its values are. Aversions aside, however, it's a damn cheap chassis for what you get, and Airen sports a helpful ability which works well with the squad. I've kept him inexpensive and simply added Adaptability to boost him to pilot skill 9. Aside from that, he flies in formation, staying at range 1 of friendlies to pass actions. Between himself and Ashoka, the ARC's should always blaze into combat with a focus token and target lock.
Ashoka Tano
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Similarly to how I feel about the Headhunter, the one shot needed for a TIE Fighter to fall is the primary reason I've never loved them. However, the inclusion of Ashoka with the Captured TIE modification increases its survivability. I've used Veteran Instincts to take her to pilot skill 9, to not only match Airen but also to ensure anything with a lower pilot skill can't attack her.
Sabine's Masterpiece is also added, allowing Rey to sit in the crew slot banking up focus tokens to spend these at pivotal moments in the game and help out the ARC's.
Lastly, with Black Market Slicer Tools on board, she's able to feed off of Airen or use an action to have a 50% chance of dealing a facedown damage card bypassing shields from an enemy stressed ship. Hopefully, with Tactician and R3-A2 around, there will be plenty of such opportunities.
I will endeavour to post up a battle report of this squad in late May, but for the time being, I thank you for stopping by. Please subscribe to stay up to date with the blog.
- James
Sabine's Masterpiece is also added, allowing Rey to sit in the crew slot banking up focus tokens to spend these at pivotal moments in the game and help out the ARC's.
Lastly, with Black Market Slicer Tools on board, she's able to feed off of Airen or use an action to have a 50% chance of dealing a facedown damage card bypassing shields from an enemy stressed ship. Hopefully, with Tactician and R3-A2 around, there will be plenty of such opportunities.
I will endeavour to post up a battle report of this squad in late May, but for the time being, I thank you for stopping by. Please subscribe to stay up to date with the blog.
- James
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