So I finally got the chance to try out Jake Farrell at the local X-Wing game night. I flew him with Push The Limit, Outmaneuver, A-Wing Test Pilot and Proton Rockets for a whopping 33 points. At first I was hesitant to sink so many of my build points into a single ship, but as it turns out, he was the MVP of the game. I used him as a flanker and late game closer. PTL grants him incredible maneuverability and Outmaneuver helps to offset the A-Wing's low damage output. I managed to fire off the Proton Rockets and get 3 damage onto a Sigma Squadron Pilot with them. I really like Proton Rockets, especially on a high PS A-Wing. The lack of a Target Lock requirement gives you a lot of flexibility in using them. That being said, by dropping them I could be saving a full 5 points. In either case I feel this piece has the potential to perform really well in a competitive environment and I look forward to seeing him in Rebel squads.
Has anyone else had the chance to fly Mr. Farrell yet? If so; what have you kitted him out with? Who do you fly alongside him and in what role?