So, got back from my league night. I took a new experimental list. The list is a bit... troll...ish...

Outer Rim Smuggler (27)
Intelligence Agent (1)
Navigator (3)
Anti-Pursuit Lasers (2)

Outer Rim Smuggler (27)
Intelligence Agent (1)
Navigator (3)
Anti-Pursuit Lasers (2)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Total: 100

Now, Outer Rim Smugglers get a bad rap. With 2 attack dice, only 4 shields and 6 hull, they are certainly less impressive than their named brethren. I noticed, however, that they can take an interesting combination. APL + Intel Agent + Navigator. Here's how it works:

When activation phase begins, each ORS selects an enemy craft in range 1-2 and looks at its dial. Navigator then allows the ORS to change the speed of any maneuver they select. Since they are PS1, they move before the vast majority of enemy craft. So this change in speed can potentially put them in the way of their hapless victim. At which time an attack die is rolled. On a HIT or CRIT, they take a damage. All this for 33 points.

I thought about taking 3, but I only had 2 YT-1300s (foam slot limitations... don't judge me). But 34 points is exactly 2 PS1 A-Wings. ... Excellent.

The first match was against:

Captain Jonus + Squad Leader

Gamma Squadron + Cluster + Proton Torpedoes

Gamma Squadron + Cluster + Concussion Missiles

2x Academy Pilot

As expected, the list quickly dropped one ORS with an alpha strike. However, as the ships began running into my large, clumsy ships, they were unable to concentrate fire on my second ORS. As both Academy TIEs fell to concentrated fire, he began concentrating on my A-Wings. In one round, he attacked a single A-Wing (with focus) with four ships, three at range 1. All attacks had at least two hits (including one with 2 crits). The A-Wing dodged all of it without spending the focus. He was eventually able to take out the A-Wing, but it was too late. My remaining ORS and A-Wing hunted down each of his bombers to wreak revenge.

The second match was against:

3x Obsidian Squadron

Tempest Squadron

Maarek Steele + Marksmanship

This was my first time facing the ellusive Maarek Steele. He attempted to concentrate fire, but the ORS was just too clumsy, causing him to crash into them repeatedly, doing fistfuls of damage over the course of the game. He was able to take out one ORS, but he just could not escape me as I was able to predict his moves and jam up his flight paths repeatedly. I did get to see Maarek's ability used for the first time, gaining a Direct Hit (of course) because of it.

Third Match was against:

Prototype Pilot

Rookie Pilot

Garven Dreis

Kyle Katarn + Blaster Turret + Recon + Moldy Crow + Shield Upgrade

He had initiative, which caused a couple issues. I attempted to 4 K-Turn into initial combat, but was blocked. Still, this worked out as I had both ORS clogging the center of the map in the asteroids. I was able to do a lot of damage early, but spread out across his forces. I placed the HWK and Garven in a bad position, forcing them to hit the ORS repeatedly. The Anti-Pursuit Lasers earned their pay this day. Still, he was able to take out one A-Wing before his first ship fell, Garven. Shortly thereafter the rest of his fleet fell. He did a lot of damage. In the end, I only lost the one A-Wing but every other ship only had a single hull left. Very close.

Fourth Match was against:

Han + Marksmanship + Gunner + Chewy

2 Rookie Pilots

The classic Han Shoots First list. I setup one A-Wing to the far left, then the rest spread across the middle. He setup to the far right. I swung the ORS up through the middle, one turning up and the other turning right. This meant that I entirely clogged his flght paths. All three craft crashed into the ORS, though one backed up passed the X-Wing. This caused him to not have shots with his X-Wings for several rounds, plus taking a couple damage. As the A-Wings began their assault on Han and the X-Wings and with an ORS blocking heavily, there was little they could do. He managed to eliminate one ORS, but by then it was too late. Both X-Wings had fallen and Han quickly collapsed under the weight of fire.

This list was far, far more successful than I expected it to be. It helps that I can thread a needle when piloting though an asteroid field and frequently surprise opponents with where I can place my craft. Twice I missed an asteroid by less than a millimeter, to the chagrin of my opponent. To be fair, some of that is luck, but I have a reputation for hugging, nuzzling and cuddling asteroids without actually touching them. I didn't expect to go 4-0 with this list. Granted, two of my opponents were relatively new, but two were quite capable fliers.

I believe the problem with fighting this list is that it flies so differently from other lists. I don't have to worry about firing arc with two craft. I'm actively trying to bump and they are large bases so they are capable at that task. Seeing dials and actively fowling the is a brutal tactic and one my opponents were slow to adapt to.

I really want to do a ORS with anti-pursuit lasers someday, unfortunately I still have yet to buy a shuttle to get them....

Always good to see the A wing wing !

I guess there is an added bonus here in that looking at your opponent's dials also enable you to make smarter BOOST decisions with the A-Wings.

Your "bump" strategy must have REALLY fun against Kyle. Maybe he built up a few Focus tokens before getting engaged but after that I figure you would stay in his way so badly that he never got to Focus again which makes him nearly useless.

I think that this list is probably more effective than his Kath Scarlet list. For action denial it's just brutal.

I think that this list is probably more effective than his Kath Scarlet list. For action denial it's just brutal.

I win more soundly with Scarlet Cowgirl. This list is certainly more frustrating for my opponents though.

Wow this combo look so fun!

Using the ORS as annoying blockers and Anti-Puisuiting the faces of the enemy...I really like your way of thinking sir!

Do you think a sinlge ORS would do the trick? I only have one and don't plan on buying a second...and less likely to buy a second Shuttle just for a second Anti-Pursuit laser...

So 1 ORS backed by a nice 3 ship crew...i'll have to try it someday!

I might try that for the kicks:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Navigator + Intelligence Agent + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Blue Squadron Pilot + Fire-Control System + Heavy Laser Cannon (31)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Roark Garnet (19)

Roark to boost the PS of the Blue so it can fire sooner. A-Wing as a flanker and ORS doing his shiznitz!!!!

Wow this combo look so fun!

Using the ORS as annoying blockers and Anti-Puisuiting the faces of the enemy...I really like your way of thinking sir!

Do you think a sinlge ORS would do the trick? I only have one and don't plan on buying a second...and less likely to buy a second Shuttle just for a second Anti-Pursuit laser...

So 1 ORS backed by a nice 3 ship crew...i'll have to try it someday!

I might try that for the kicks:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Navigator + Intelligence Agent + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Blue Squadron Pilot + Fire-Control System + Heavy Laser Cannon (31)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Roark Garnet (19)

Roark to boost the PS of the Blue so it can fire sooner. A-Wing as a flanker and ORS doing his shiznitz!!!!

You know, if you want to shoot sooner with the Blue, it's cheaper to increase to Ten Numb than it is to have a largely useless Roark hanging around. Afterall, without a turret, his main attack is 1 die. And he maneuvers poorly.

One ORS can work, though it is harder to clog all escape venues with one. Still, if that's all you have, consider this:

Outer Rim Smuggler (27)

Intelligence Agent (1)

Navigator (3)

Anti-Pursuit Lasers (2)

Blue Squadron Pilot (22)

Advanced Sensors (3)

Rookie Pilot (21)

Rookie Pilot (21)

Total: 100

This way you have the massive blocker. You have two Rookie Pilots, which are quite sound craft, capable of dealing significant damage. And you have a B-Wing with advanced sensors to dance around in combat.

I knew i needed a second shuttle...but now to need a second Millenium Falcon?!?!?! **** you Sable!

Seriously, this looks fun. I enjoy that style where sometimes messing with my opponent is more satisfying then just blowing them up outright.

Thanks Sable, great idea. I always struggle in squad building mainly due to the fact that I don't squad build enough lol.

What I like to see is squads like yours that are a bit more unique than most of the sqauds we see around the interwebs. It's refreshing and inspiring.

Thanks again!

Thanks Sable, great idea. I always struggle in squad building mainly due to the fact that I don't squad build enough lol.

What I like to see is squads like yours that are a bit more unique than most of the sqauds we see around the interwebs. It's refreshing and inspiring.

Thanks again!

Thank you. I always try to do something a little bit different and play with things that most ignore. It helps when my opponents don't quite know what to expect.

http://community.fantasyflightgames.com/index.php?/topic/99034-fun-shuttle-conga-line/

Kind of a imp twist

Might try this one thursday against a friend that's just starting:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Navigator + Intelligence Agent + Millennium Falcon + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (34)

Ibtisam + Advanced Sensors (31)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Sable, it's a bit derived from your squad and your idea of an ORS intentionally bumping and dealing damage is really cool. Opens up a new way to play and will GREATLY complement my piloting clumsiness lol

I think that this list is probably more effective than his Kath Scarlet list. For action denial it's just brutal.

I win more soundly with Scarlet Cowgirl. This list is certainly more frustrating for my opponents though.

I suspect though that this list will be more reliable in it's wins. Remember you win more soundly with red cow but there's a big difference in firepower too.

Might try this one thursday against a friend that's just starting:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Navigator + Intelligence Agent + Millennium Falcon + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (34)

Ibtisam + Advanced Sensors (31)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Prototype Pilot (17)

Sable, it's a bit derived from your squad and your idea of an ORS intentionally bumping and dealing damage is really cool. Opens up a new way to play and will GREATLY complement my piloting clumsiness lol

This looks pretty solid. I was regularly wishing for Evade as my action, as I usually ended up using Focus. Still, I'm curious to hear how it goes for you.

I'll do my best to remember to post a quick session report to you Sable.

I just bought a second A-Wing this afternoon for this squad test and for a second PTL which is never a waste.

Any one thought about using (Pirate Fleet)

ORS
Intelligence Agent
Navigator
Anti-Pursuit Lasers

OGP

Intelligence Agent
Navigator
Anti-Pursuit Lasers

BH

Anti-Pursuit Lasers

Ion Cannon

98 pts or you could use Auto blaster for an even 100 pts.

Any one thought about using (Pirate Fleet)

ORS

Intelligence Agent

Navigator

Anti-Pursuit Lasers

OGP

Intelligence Agent

Navigator

Anti-Pursuit Lasers

BH

Anti-Pursuit Lasers

Ion Cannon

98 pts or you could use Auto blaster for an even 100 pts.

I doubt it, given that "Pirate Fleet" is not a faction in X-Wing (yet). Allowing you to take both sides ships is a bad idea imo.

I doubt it, given that "Pirate Fleet" is not a faction in X-Wing (yet). Allowing you to take both sides ships is a bad idea imo.

He's talking about the Pirate Tournament style. You may take ships from both sides, but no named pilots or unique cards and you can have only one of any given ship type. The restrictions rule out a number of issues for faction restriction removal. I hear they can be pretty fun.

As for the list itself, I'm not sure it's a good one. The shuttle will be dead weight after the initial engagement without Engine Upgrade. I would probably do:

ORS + Intel Agent + Navigator + APL

Bounty Hunter + APL

OGP + Gunner + FCS + Engine Upgrade

The ORS and BH are good enough blockers and then the albino space gembok can slowly move in, mauling everything that smashed into the rest of your ships.

Your list was really fun to play against Sable. Kept me guessing the whole time. I have never had that tough of a matchup with my Bomber squad. I've handled bloody daggers, and all other manner of lists with my Bomber squad but this one gave my squad the most trouble for sure. From the initial planning phase I was just thinking "I don't know what to expect and I'm not even sure how to fly against this!!"

Would love to play against it again!

Your list was really fun to play against Sable. Kept me guessing the whole time. I have never had that tough of a matchup with my Bomber squad. I've handled bloody daggers, and all other manner of lists with my Bomber squad but this one gave my squad the most trouble for sure. From the initial planning phase I was just thinking "I don't know what to expect and I'm not even sure how to fly against this!!"

Would love to play against it again!

I'm glad I could give you a challenge. It certainly is a different list to fly against. A lot of the standard tactics don't work. The strength of this list is that it blunts an enemy's strength and exploits its weakeness.

I did make a serious misstep against the bombers, whish is why I lost that initial ORS so quickly. I got into a situation where I could not avoid getting hit by an alpha strike, which was not a good thing. Still, even the loss of one of those craft wasn't a crippling blow as the other got to start disrupting you.

Okay, I'll play:

"Spies Like Us"

Outter Rim Smuggler w/APL w/recon Specialist w/Intelligence Agent (x3)

99 points

Okay, I'll play:

"Spies Like Us"

Outter Rim Smuggler w/APL w/recon Specialist w/Intelligence Agent (x3)

99 points

Interesting. My concern, however, is that Intel Agent doesn't help you here. That's because you have no ability to adjust your movement. No boost or barrel roll. Further, if you want them deep in the fray, you're going to have to be bumping, so you will lose your action anyway. That means Recon Specialist isn't going to help much. I'd add further that an extra focus for defense is of limited use here, when you only have one evade die.

No, I think you're better off with Navigator. It certainly helps you snarl flight vectors and it means you are able to use Intel Agent as well as get more milage out of APL.

If you do give this a try, let me know how it goes.

Yep the point on taking Intelligence Agent on ORS is to get to use Navigator and get in the way and then pewpew with APL, like that:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Anti-Pursuit Lasers + Intelligence Agent + Navigator (33)

Outer Rim Smuggler + Intelligence Agent + Navigator + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Outer Rim Smuggler + Intelligence Agent + Navigator + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Could really be interesting to play with AND against. 3 huge bastards that always get in the way and if played well denying most of the enemy's attacks each round while not taking care too much about your positioning since the Falcon can shoot at 360 degres.

**** that look like a fun squad to try!

Yep the point on taking Intelligence Agent on ORS is to get to use Navigator and get in the way and then pewpew with APL, like that:

Outer Rim Smuggler + Anti-Pursuit Lasers + Intelligence Agent + Navigator (33)

Outer Rim Smuggler + Intelligence Agent + Navigator + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Outer Rim Smuggler + Intelligence Agent + Navigator + Anti-Pursuit Lasers (33)

Could really be interesting to play with AND against. 3 huge bastards that always get in the way and if played well denying most of the enemy's attacks each round while not taking care too much about your positioning since the Falcon can shoot at 360 degres.

**** that look like a fun squad to try!

This is actually the squad I developed a while back because I was seeing a lot of hate against the ORS at the time. The only reason I went with 2 ORS and 2 A-Wings is I didn't have a third YT-1300.

I'm probably going to play the list again, since several people were impressed and wanted to face it. We'll see. I'm working on a Fel's Wrath + Maarek Steele list at the moment.