3 Amigos = Nym, Fenn, Scout (mindlink)

By Greedo_Sharpshooter, in X-Wing Squad Lists

99 points

Captain Nym (39) Scurrg H-6 Bomber (30), Attanni Mindlink (1), Autoblaster Turret (2), Bomblet Generator (3), Havoc (0), Accuracy Corrector (3), “Genius” (0)

Fenn Rau (32) Protectorate Starfighter (28), Attanni Mindlink (1), Concord Dawn Protector (1), Autothrusters (2)

Contracted Scout (28) JumpMaster 5000 (25), Cad Bane (2), Attanni Mindlink (1)

interested in feedback on this list in current competitive meta.

I don't really like Attanni Mindlink on Nym, particularly with Autoblaster Turret and Accuracy Corrector. That build of the ship just doesn't really need a focus token. Sure, having a focus for 1 agility is better than not, I don't really think it adds much to the total list, since you'll always have 2 hits for the ABT from the AccC. Meanwhile, an opponent's Fenn Rau or Dengar will be able to dodge your Bomblets. I'd stick to VI on Nym. I know it's boring, but there is a reason everyone takes it. I personally prefer Advanced Sensors to Accuracy Corrector, since having more bomb drop options is very strong.

As to the rest of the list, it seems fine. Using a Cad Bane carrier as a focus battery for Fenn Rau has a logic to it. I don't think there's a better candidate than a Contracted Scout. With it's barrel roll, it can be a great blocker. Gand Findsman isn't going to have the durability, so the only other real option would be to use a second Scurrg, in this case a Lok Revenant. You'd just get Cad Bane, Attanni, and Long-Range Scanners, and it would cost the initiative bid (but 1 point isn't that large of a bit anyhow). Your ship wouldn't be that much worse off defensively, so it's mostly a swap from a 2-dice turret to a 3-dice single-arc. That said, you'll have a target lock from Long Range Scanners during the initial engagement, or the option to save it for a strong 4-dice range 1 shot. If you'd rather hit harder but less often, Lok Revenant could be the way to go.

Thanks BFigg good points raised.

here is version 2.0

100 points Pilots

Fenn Rau (31) Protectorate Starfighter (28), Adaptability (0), Concord Dawn Protector (1), Autothrusters (2)

Captain Nym (43) Scurrg H-6 Bomber (30), Veteran Instincts (1), Twin Laser Turret (6), Bomblet Generator (3), Havoc (0), Advanced Sensors (3), “Genius” (0)

Karthakk Pirate (26) Scurrg H-6 Bomber (24), Cad Bane (2), Long Range Scanners (0)

loadout on Nym is more solid, both aces PS10 and switched out scout for pirate

version 3.0

100pts

Fenn Rau (31) Protectorate Starfighter (28), Adaptability (0), Concord Dawn Protector (1), Autothrusters (2)

Captain Nym (43) Scurrg H-6 Bomber (30), Veteran Instincts (1), Twin Laser Turret (6), Bomblet Generator (3), Havoc (0), Advanced Sensors (3), “Genius” (0)

Contracted Scout (26) JumpMaster 5000 (25), Intelligence Agent (1)

I have used Adaptability Fenn... and while fun, it's not nearly as good as PTL, he really needs the second action.... perhaps you could drop TLT to ATB and have a point for bid? Or switch IA on the scout to Cad Bane for 100 pts.

1 hour ago, DanteStorm said:

I have used Adaptability Fenn... and while fun, it's not nearly as good as PTL, he really needs the second action.... perhaps you could drop TLT to ATB and have a point for bid? Or switch IA on the scout to Cad Bane for 100 pts.

yes, agree that fenn wants PTL to max his damage and reposition for a range one shot with focus :) will keep tinkering with this list and repost version 3.0 soon!

I think Nym needs VI and Fenn PTL (or Mindlink). With that in mind I made these two suggestions, that you might like

List 1
Fenn, PTL, Concord Dawn Protector, Autothrusters (34)
Nym, VI, TLT, Bomblet Generator, Havoc, LRS, Genius (40)
Scout, Intelligence Agent (26)

OR

List 2
Fenn, PTL, Concord Dawn Protector, Autothrusters (34)
Nym, VI, Autoplaster Turret, Advanced Sensors, Bomblet Generator, Havoc, LRS, Genius (39)
Unkar Plutt, Cad Bane, Pattern Analyzer, Spacetug Tractor Array, Cluster Mines (27)

8 hours ago, Everyday Ace said:

I think Nym needs VI and Fenn PTL (or Mindlink). With that in mind I made these two suggestions, that you might like

List 1
Fenn, PTL, Concord Dawn Protector, Autothrusters (34)
Nym, VI, TLT, Bomblet Generator, Havoc, LRS, Genius (40)
Scout, Intelligence Agent (26)

OR

List 2
Fenn, PTL, Concord Dawn Protector, Autothrusters (34)
Nym, VI, Autoplaster Turret, Advanced Sensors, Bomblet Generator, Havoc, LRS, Genius (39)
Unkar Plutt, Cad Bane, Pattern Analyzer, Spacetug Tractor Array, Cluster Mines (27)

Cheers Ace!

i really like list 1.

i know not having adv. sensors is questionable on nym but i think the addition of PTL on fenn is worth it.