So I had an idea for a squad of X-Wings that could mitigate damage while still having pretty nasty damage output, and I think I might have a humorous idea. It gets shredded by TLT of course but I think for casual it has potential.

http://xwing-builder.co.uk/view/599122/3-x-durable#view=cards

Why would you spend 3 on tarn with his droid, when you can just give him and R7 for 2 pts and get to re-roll more dice on defense. I'm confused I don't see the benefit.

Why would you spend 3 on tarn with his droid, when you can just give him and R7 for 2 pts and get to re-roll more dice on defense. I'm confused I don't see the benefit.

I think the idea is that Tarn can use the droid to buff a friendly's attack then switch it to a foe if he's attacked. Still not great, but it does have a little benefit.

I still don't think he's a good carrier for it. I'd drop Elusiveness and Tarn for M9 on Jess. She's a good choice in 3 ship lists like this.

I was debating Jess, yeah the Tarn idea was early game support and mild damage mitigation, he can force refills no matter who the enemy (or ally) is attacking, hopefully allowing Wedge or Poe to avoid a few shots and then protecting himself later on. Or if they aren't in danger helping Wedge or Poe hit. Jess is tempting but forces a tight formation which I have mixed feelings about . At that point I would do she and Biggs with two others.