2 ps5's with predator and 4 Binayre Pirates? Seems alright. You could pair them into little flights of 1 ace +2 pirates and they can do real work on damage and blocking.

I don't know if it was brought up in this thread or not but lightning reflexes and SLAM anybody?

I think the wording allows this.

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

In a hypothetical world with a 24 point PS6 Rogue Squadron Pilot with an EPT then I could see them using Lightning Reflexes for total of 25 points each.

I like the ship, though I find it strange that it is the Scum PS skill deficient faction that has all the generic high PS EPT generics (Khiraxz, Scyk and Firespray), while many of the "elite" ships don't have it (and could really use it).

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

You will not be able to perform an action after using Lightning Reflexes.

Exciting little ship but at least one "error" continues.

NO EPT ON NAMED PILOT who really needs it, yet EPT ON GENERIC who might not even see play.

The midrange named really really need an EPT to stand out unless their ability is insane. Azzamen has the same problem, Laetin too. Neither see play right now and an EPT would instantly change that for at least Emon and maybe Laetin. Graz has potential but would be an instant favorite with an EPT.

It's funny that you pick on them specifically, because I won an escalation tournament with Emon loaded with 2 seismic and a prox, and Laetin with Stealth, title, and HLC.

I think the trick with using them is that they pull their own weight without being so dangerous as to command immediate attention. My whole list was like that, though: no obvious first target.

That being said, I think either of those ships stand on their own. Laetin has an ability which either works well and frustrates the opponent to death, or which doesn't come into play because they get one-shoted.

Emon is great, imo. I mean, I'd like to boost him to ps8, but he doesn't need it. I like loading him with bombs and dead man's switch.

Either way, I'd encourage you to experiment with then both some more, they're fun.

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

You will not be able to perform an action after using Lightning Reflexes.

2 ps5's with predator and 4 Binayre Pirates? Seems alright. You could pair them into little flights of 1 ace +2 pirates and they can do real work on damage and blocking.

Just the build suggested by the Ace card art.

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

I'm not entirely certain. There is a rather key step that is missing when you perform a Daredevil or SLAM maneuver.

Couldn't you perform lightning reflexes on the daredevil maneuver?

And the power creep goes on... Now even scum and villains are laughing at the X-Wing.

A better ship than the X-Wing and cheaper? With ept for generics? With a better PS9 pilot than Wedge?

This game is called X-Wing, because that's the one ship you should avoid to fly.

Your right!

FFG release a ship the no one thinks is OP, that is nicely pointed and doesn't have any remotely game breaking mechanics.

Clearly power creep!

I like Lightning Reflexes w/ PTL on Tycho. Tycho can pull some even crazier maneuvers of course you sacrifice VI. But it lets you pull a K-turn with Tycho. You can do a 2 straight, pop LR then boost forward one. Essentially doing a stationary K-turn.

Though in his case, a 1 right turn and 180 followed by left boost might be more useful.

You don't get an action after LR. It says after the Check Pilot Stress step because if it occurred immediately after your maneuver and the original maneuver was Green, you'd be able to activate LR and fly away stress free. You still receive a stress before your Perform Action step, making the action illegal. But I do like the idea of it on Tycho.

Right now for LR this is how I could see it use.

• The obvious and most utilitarian use would be with a HWK-290 (either scum or rebel) as everyone knows a HWK has no K-turns. Giving this LR will allow the hwk to do a single 18 turn in a round which could be a heack of a lot better than EU bosting and turning your way around.
• A-wings I wouldn't consider it much but since Tycho can perform actions while stressed and with test pilot title he can take 2 epts meaning it won't compete with PTL so defiantly viable. However I don't see much use on soontir or Keyan farlander since it only triggers once per game. You would want more for those pilots.
• Ships with only 1 K-turn. I think they will use it more than the Kihaxz fighter (which have 2) one ship that comes into mind is the TIE advanced. I'm not sure about Vader since he really doesn't like stress (lose 2 actions for stress). Also Juno already has a wide assortment of maneuvers they might not necessarily need the LR. The X-wing and Headhunter could definitely use it effectively.

Y- wings I am not so sure since they only have 2 green maneuvers and they are both straights.B-wings while having a decent maneuver selection they don't have that many non red maneuvers. Tie Bombers could use it for positioning correction for ships they have a target lock on. I already mentioned Soontir and the Interceptors and they would rather have PTL instead. Same for the TPV scyks.

I like Lightning Reflexes w/ PTL on Tycho. Tycho can pull some even crazier maneuvers of course you sacrifice VI. But it lets you pull a K-turn with Tycho. You can do a 2 straight, pop LR then boost forward one. Essentially doing a stationary K-turn.

Though in his case, a 1 right turn and 180 followed by left boost might be more useful.

You don't get an action after LR. It says after the Check Pilot Stress step because if it occurred immediately after your maneuver and the original maneuver was Green, you'd be able to activate LR and fly away stress free. You still receive a stress before your Perform Action step, making the action illegal. But I do like the idea of it on Tycho.

Right now for LR this is how I could see it use.

• The obvious and most utilitarian use would be with a HWK-290 (either scum or rebel) as everyone knows a HWK has no K-turns. Giving this LR will allow the hwk to do a single 18 turn in a round which could be a heack of a lot better than EU bosting and turning your way around.
• A-wings I wouldn't consider it much but since Tycho can perform actions while stressed and with test pilot title he can take 2 epts meaning it won't compete with PTL so defiantly viable. However I don't see much use on soontir or Keyan farlander since it only triggers once per game. You would want more for those pilots.
• Ships with only 1 K-turn. I think they will use it more than the Kihaxz fighter (which have 2) one ship that comes into mind is the TIE advanced. I'm not sure about Vader since he really doesn't like stress (lose 2 actions for stress). Also Juno already has a wide assortment of maneuvers they might not necessarily need the LR. The X-wing and Headhunter could definitely use it effectively.

Y- wings I am not so sure since they only have 2 green maneuvers and they are both straights.B-wings while having a decent maneuver selection they don't have that many non red maneuvers. Tie Bombers could use it for positioning correction for ships they have a target lock on. I already mentioned Soontir and the Interceptors and they would rather have PTL instead. Same for the TPV scyks.

Every time a new 1-point EPT is introduced the Black Squadron cheers.

The shuttle wouldve need the lighting reflexes gameplay wise. Although it doesnt really make sense fluff wise.

Another ship better than an X-Wing *Sob*

The shuttle wouldve need the lighting reflexes gameplay wise. Although it doesnt really make sense fluff wise.

Its 'Small Ships only' anyways.

So, it isn't that much of a meta changer - even if we would see more small ships in the future.

Mauler could utilize it to get a range 1 shot behind his prey. But then you're down to pure luck with your 4 red dice.

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

You will not be able to perform an action after using Lightning Reflexes.

That's why you trigger it off of the second maneuver.

No EPT on the K-wing.

Still theoretically possible, though.

You will not be able to perform an action after using Lightning Reflexes.

That's why you trigger it off of the second maneuver.

Indeed. The rules card specifically says it's a maneuver.

In fact, I believe that if you had experimental interface and a bomb (for example) you could move, slam, drop bomb, and then LR and you wouldn't even care if it was a green maneuver for SLAM because LR doesn't require you to have no stress, IIRC.

That's why you trigger it off of the second maneuver.

Gotcha. Apologies, I wasn't picking up on that. It does look like this will be legal per how the SLAM rules card is worded. It won't get you a shot - because your weapons are disabled - but it might be a nice way to set up for a subsequent round.

How exactly do you rotate a ship 180 degrees? There are no guide nubs on the sides of the base.

Lol...Apparently Darth Ruin has never done a K-Turn

Now i am a bit dissapointed it can t do a 360.

rofl

Defenders must be the ultimate badasses, since they alone are capable of the legendary 360.

Another error in the article, seeing as we're spotting them. This one's a very easy one to make, and we've all probably done it at least once.

For starters, both the Kihraxz and the X-wing boast similar squad point costs, primary weapons with attack values of "3," agility values of "2," and the ability to withstand five hits, divided between shield and hull values. However, those shield and hull values aren't assigned in the same way; whereas the X-wing features two shields and three hull, the Kihraxz features four hull and just one shield, making it slightly more vulnerable to critical hits.

Anyone see it?

Another error in the article, seeing as we're spotting them. This one's a very easy one to make, and we've all probably done it at least once.

For starters, both the Kihraxz and the X-wing boast similar squad point costs, primary weapons with attack values of "3," agility values of "2," and the ability to withstand five hits, divided between shield and hull values. However, those shield and hull values aren't assigned in the same way; whereas the X-wing features two shields and three hull, the Kihraxz features four hull and just one shield, making it slightly more vulnerable to critical hits.

Anyone see it?

No. Could you just say what it is?

That's why you trigger it off of the second maneuver.

Gotcha. Apologies, I wasn't picking up on that. It does look like this will be legal per how the SLAM rules card is worded. It won't get you a shot - because your weapons are disabled - but it might be a nice way to set up for a subsequent round.

It seems odd that the wording states 'maneuver on your dial' instead of revealed maneuver. If that's the case TIEs and A-wings can use LR after Daredevil, after their regular maneuver. Virago could Daredevil with Advanced Sensors and Lightning Reflex, then get their maneuver going in a completely different direction. I'm gonna wait for the FAQ for this one before I get my hopes up on super maneuverable ships with LR.

How exactly do you rotate a ship 180 degrees? There are no guide nubs on the sides of the base.

Lol...Apparently Darth Ruin has never done a K-Turn

Now i am a bit dissapointed it can t do a 360.

rofl

Defenders must be the ultimate badasses, since they alone are capable of the legendary 360.

ultimate 360 is Awing with title Adren rush, and LR. do 5K turn, Adren rush then LR

That's why you trigger it off of the second maneuver.

Gotcha. Apologies, I wasn't picking up on that. It does look like this will be legal per how the SLAM rules card is worded. It won't get you a shot - because your weapons are disabled - but it might be a nice way to set up for a subsequent round.

It seems odd that the wording states 'maneuver on your dial' instead of revealed maneuver. If that's the case TIEs and A-wings can use LR after Daredevil, after their regular maneuver. Virago could Daredevil with Advanced Sensors and Lightning Reflex, then get their maneuver going in a completely different direction. I'm gonna wait for the FAQ for this one before I get my hopes up on super maneuverable ships with LR.

Oh wait, no, only the A-wing, because of their title. No TIEs or Starvipers have two EPTs. Sorry