I have a question I have been kicking around, on a green a-wing is Expose or Predator better?
A-wing with Expose or Predator
Are we talking as a single EPT, or as a second coupled with PTL?
2FR = 1.83
2FRR = 1.88
3 = 1.50
At R1
3FR = 2.68
3FRR = 2.80
4 = 2.00
So, as you can see, as a single EPT, expose is not as good at pumping out the damage, decreases your defense, costs your action, and is 4 points. Heck, lets look at Predator if you don't use Focus for offense:
2R = 1.38
2RR = 1.50
3 = 1.50
@ R1
3R = 1.94
3RR = 2.19
4 = 2.00
It's almost as good as taking the expose action, and it doesn't cost your action...
Predator, because it doesn't consume your action--meaning you can focus along with it, and (with PTL) also evade or boost.
There are very few scenarios where expose is even worth considering . Yes, expose is that bad.
There are very few scenarios where expose is even worth considering . Yes, expose is that bad.
Once the rebel aces comes out, it should be considered along with PTL. However, with all of these new W4 cards, I have a feeling that you'd be better off with PTL + Predator/Outmaneuver... Outmaneuver for the ultimate flanker... TL+F+Wedge's ability... Predator for a more consistant (and maneuverable A wing) with basically a free TL, coupled with F and then... boost/evade.
There are very few scenarios where expose is even worth considering . Yes, expose is that bad.
It's funny last weekend I took Wedge with Expose and did 5 damage at range one. I really liked him with it.
Here is what I was thinking about for Rebel Aces we are getting refit, this brings my cost for a green pilot to 17 add to him pred/expose the A-wing comes in at 20/21. I would love to run,
1- ORS (27)
2- A-wings with retro fit and pre/expo (40/42)
2- Z95 with Ion (30)
It would leave 1/3 points left. The A-wing becomes a really good flanker, and I was think 3 atk is enough to destroy tie fighter/inter vs two with rerolls, I personally don't mind the trade off for the 1 more atk, 1 less evi.
Fly a Green Squadron pilot with Opportunist, then fly Wes with the Green pilot. You still get your action, and you are pretty much assured you will be rolling an extra attack die (abet you will get a stress but this is an A-wing, they have ways of getting rid of stress).