Both Empire and Rebel factions are going to continue to grow without a doubt. However I would like to see a new faction come into play.

Mercenaries. Here are just a few examples of ships and fighters that could be used.

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http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Special:Search?search=mercenary%27s+starships&fulltext=Search&ns0=1&ns14=1#

http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Special:Search?search=mercenary%27s+starfighters&fulltext=Search&ns0=1&ns14=1#

It's only a though, but what are some of your thoughts on the idea?

EDIT:

After thinking about it, the Mandalorians could be a faction all their own.

there are plenty of other factions/ groups in the SW universe..

Zann Consortium

Hutt Cartel

Bounty Hunters Guild

ect..

I agree with you a third faction would spice it up a bit.

And i like your Idea of the mercenaries..opens up alot of possiblilites.

many different ship combos..freighters and firesprays in the same squad.. lol pretty neat idea!!!!

I'm certainly in favour of Zann or Black Sun, especially since Shadows of the Empire is well known and often still praised in this community. I want some V-Wings and Star Vipers, dang it.

The SW universe is so vast that there are countless possibilities and I know how long it takes to go from initial idea to miniatures on the table. So maybe they have something in the works already but I definitely want more factions. I dont think you can go wrong as long as you stay true to the franchise (leers at Abrams).

FFG has said in the past that they don't have any intention of doing a 3rd faction. Which doesn't mean they won't do one, just that as of 6 months or so ago they weren't planing on it.

Considering the issues they've had with keeping up with supply, the huge ships and wave 4 yet. I don't think a 3rd faction is likely anytime this year.