Imperial List for Regionals

By impspy, in X-Wing Squad Lists


I am thinking of running a 2 gunboat and Ace list for the upcoming Houston regionals and would like some comments/critiques/feedback on my ideas.

I'm building the list around:

Rho Squadron Veteran w/Deadeye, Harpoons, XG-1 Title, Chips, Flechette Cannon, and Linked Battery x2 (31 pts. each).

My reasoning is that this configuration makes them decent close range ships to combat TLT who can still attack with the Flechette Cannon after SLAM-ing if need be.

With 38 points left I've been wondering who to run; so far I have a couple of options:

Darth Vader w/ Wired, Cruise Missiles, x1 Title, Engine Upgrade, ATC (38 points)

Maarek Stele w/Predator, x7 Title, and MK II (37 points)

F.O. Test Pilot w/Veteran Instincts, Accuracy Corrector, Primed Thrusters, F.O. Vanguard Title, and Autothrusters (38 points)

Quickdraw w/VI, FCS, Targeting Synchronizer, Spec. Ops Title, and LWF (38 Points)

How do you think my Gunboat build stands up? And which Ace works best with them?

EDIT: I am also considering running the Rho's with OS-1 and Advanced Slam for 30 instead of 31 each. In that case, I can run:

Rexler w/Expertise, x7 title, and MK II (40 points).

Edited by impspy

So, I like your Rho builds. A lot! I might suggest considering Adv. SLAM.

Even with those more expensive mods, you would have room for Vader with Adaptability/title/ATC/EU, QD with title/LWF/FCS/choice of 1 pt EPT or Tech/O pt EPT, Countess Ryad with X7/Juke or Intimidation, or several other choices.

My vote is for QD. If Vader fired after Harpoons on the first turn of engagement, I would vote for him.

I'm a Fan of wanting to Bring back Vader.

Rho Squadron Veteran (21)
Deadeye (1)
Harpoon Missiles (4)
Flechette Cannon (2)
Linked Battery (2)
Guidance Chips (0)
XG-1 Assault Configuration (1)

Rho Squadron Veteran (21)
Deadeye (1)
Harpoon Missiles (4)
Flechette Cannon (2)
Linked Battery (2)
Guidance Chips (0)
XG-1 Assault Configuration (1)

Darth Vader (29)
Veteran Instincts (1)
Cruise Missiles (3)
Advanced Targeting Computer (1)
Engine Upgrade (4)
TIE/x1 (0)

Total: 100

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