X-Wing based Lists. Which one?

By BiggsDarklighter, in X-Wing Squad Lists

Hey guys, I've got two different lists I'm looking to play. They're both X-Wing based lists (what can I say, I like them :D). Which one do you think would be better?

List 1:

Wedge - X-Wing (29) (36 Total)

  • Predator (3)
  • R2-D2 (4)
  • Integrated Astro (0)

Red Squadron Veteran - T-70 X-Wing (26) (29 Total)

  • Draw Their Fire (1)
  • Targeting Astro (2)
  • Integrated Astro (0)

Tala Squadron Pilot - Z-95 Headhunter (13)

Green Squadron Pilot - A-Wing (19) (22 Total)

  • Juke (2)
  • Chardaan Refit (-2)
  • A-Wing Test Pilot (0)
  • Push The Limit (3)

List Total: 100

For this list, I picked Wedge because he's great. Red Squadron Veteran With DTF to take some pressure off of Wedge when he inevitably gets targeted. I picked the Tala Squadron over the Bandit so that all ships shoot before the A-Wing to get the most out of Juke. Plus I had the extra points.

List 2:

Poe Dameron - T-70 X-Wing (31) (37 Total)

  • Veteran Instincts (1)
  • R5-P9 (3)
  • Autothrusters (2)

Blue Squadron Veteran (24) (26 Total)

  • Targeting Astro (2)
  • Integrated Astro (0)

Tarn Mison - X-Wing (23) (25 Total)

  • R7 Astro (2)
  • Integrated Astro (0)

Bandit Squadron Pilot - A-95 Headhunter (12)

List Total: 100

For this list, I picked your standard Poe (do I have to explain why? Poe is excellent). I picked up Tarn because with R7, he becomes pretty survivable. For only 25 points you get a 3 dice attack, two agility, and can potentially survive as well as a B-Wing. Blue Squadron Veteran with Targeting Astro to get target locks after the k-turn, and the Bandit to fill out the squad.

I like the X-Wing for its versatility, but it doesn't do a lot of things GREAT; it does a lot of things WELL. I'm leaning toward the second list because I like to see more X-Wings, but I feel like the first one could be a better list.

I'm pretty new to the game, so any insight or criticism will be much appreciated!

With my tests of Wedge, hes great, but gets targeted down fast. So on him i like R2 Astro with IA and Predator. R2-D2 can be useful, if he survives longer.

Both list look interesting.

I've not had a lot of luck mixing T-65 with T-70s. I find the T-70 dial and boost so much more maneuverable and dynamic. I'm sure it's my inexperience but the T-65 can't seem to keep up and is left exposed.

Would you take Biggs instead of the Red Squadron Veteran in List 1, then? He would protect Wedge better and they would more likely be able to stay together.

Also, what's the advantage of R2 astro over R2D2? Is it just saving points since Wedge gets focused so quickly?

Abour R2 instead of R2D2 suggested as pts save, but if u take Biggs, R2D2 can help later as its a regen ship and by time they kill bigs, you should killed something too :) Also boost is nice on t70 :)

I've been flying T65's a lot lately. Probably my last 7 games have been T65 based lists, and Wedge has become a real favourite. But compared to a T70 and many other arc dodgers, even though Wedge moves very late in the phase he often can't get into arc. So I've decided he needs EU if I'm going to continue using him.

Wedge with Predator/EU/R2D2 has been very dangerous. The trick is to pair him with something equally dangerous to cause confusion of who to focus fire on first... like a Poe/VI/AT/R5P9. unfortunately there isn't any points left over for anything more than a Z95 for filler.

One thing I've been having a lot of fun with is Etahn and 3 X-wings (biggs, red, red). no upgrades aside from crackshot on Etahns. Fly it in formation with Biggs in front and Etahn in back with the two Red's on the flanks and you can just shred enemies to bits. Take small asteroids with you to keep firing lanes open.

I've been flying T65's a lot lately. Probably my last 7 games have been T65 based lists, and Wedge has become a real favourite. But compared to a T70 and many other arc dodgers, even though Wedge moves very late in the phase he often can't get into arc. So I've decided he needs EU if I'm going to continue using him.

Wedge with Predator/EU/R2D2 has been very dangerous. The trick is to pair him with something equally dangerous to cause confusion of who to focus fire on first... like a Poe/VI/AT/R5P9. unfortunately there isn't any points left over for anything more than a Z95 for filler.

One thing I've been having a lot of fun with is Etahn and 3 X-wings (biggs, red, red). no upgrades aside from crackshot on Etahns. Fly it in formation with Biggs in front and Etahn in back with the two Red's on the flanks and you can just shred enemies to bits. Take small asteroids with you to keep firing lanes open.

Nice list idea E+3X wings :)