I was thinking about expanding to another faction and thought that Scum would be a good route to take. I mainly play Empire, and by Empire, I mean Defenders paired with something else. I really like the tactics behind Mindlink lists, and thought it would be fun to jump in on this faction. Furthermore, I really like the diversity that the Scum faction offers. I was planning on picking up a Punishing One Expansion (or 2), a Hound's Tooth, a Protectorate Starfighter, a Shadow Caster, and the Most Wanted Expansion. Do you think that this would be a good starting point for Scum?

That looks like a great start for Scum, especially if you are interested in Mindlink squads.

They are the power faction of late. The synergies coupled with red dice and amazing movement dials are simply sick. I too see the draw of the faction less faction; it is increasingly hard to create lists that have a great chance at fighting them....so, as they say, if you can't, join them. Hahaha!

You are doing it right.

looks good but I would actually hold off on the most Wanted pack. Most wanted was really designed to get scum as many ships as possible in a single wave and right now they have more than enough in their own faction that hold their own. Only get the most wanted pack if you want to start another faction like rebels or something unless you already have your HWK, Ywings and Firespray.

Brobots + Star Viper is a real good quick and cheap list to start of with. Two IG-2000 Agressors and the Star Viper for Auto thrusters will get you plenty you need to start out with.

If that isn't your think then Two Jumpmasters aka Punishing ones might be better. Throw in a protectorate or mist hunter for a tough list with as much synergy as brobots.

Speaking of Mist Hunter the G-1A along with the Hound Tooth YV-666 expansion pack makes for the perfect party bus. Best part is you don't need to double up on ships so you don't ened up with a lot of duplicate cardboard. Add in a single Jumpmaster and lots of customization options for you.