How many troopers come in a unit

By KennedyHawk2, in Rules

Hi everyone,

Sorry for the rather basic question, we have played the intro game and loved it. So naturally I went and bought a bunch of expansions and got to painting. I'm now building my first army for a casual match in store and was slightly confused by miniature count. In the learning game each trooper unit consists of 4 regular troopers and a leader trooper. But the card only lists 4 as the miniature count.

1) If I use Rebel troopers should I plan to use 3 troopers + a leader so the unit leader is distinct? Or is the unit leader in addition to the 4 listed on the card. I think I get 3 + a leader figure. The learning game just gives a bonus to up miniature count?

2) If I use a heavy weapon or personnel upgrade do I replace a unit or add that figure increasing the overall figure count? I think the answer is to add them.

Thanks

I've glanced through the relevant topics in the RRG but wasn't able to find the answer and thought I'd ask here before prioritizing what to paint this weekend!

Hey!

You are correct on both accounts.

To be more specific though, Yes a Unit is 4 Including the leader, and Yes you would Add the Heavy weapon in making the unit size 5.

The learning game just adds the upgrade that gives an extra trooper to the unit.

Thanks for all the helpful response!

My first army is assembled and ready for battle this weekend!

Great supportive community here 😄