Hi All,

New Pilot here. Leaning Empire mostly but don't mind mucking about in the Rebel [scum] pool.

Currently, I have 2 TIEs (core set, just the pilots), TIE interceptor, A-wing and Slave 1 (minus the gunner card). I have on the way: 2 core sets, X-wing, M. Falcon, Slave 1, TIE Advance, TIE Interceptor.

With that what is possible to field right away? And what would be some good ships to pick up next. Yes TIE blister is at the top of the list and the Aces pack as soon as I see it. Other than those what should I look forward to for needed upgrades?

Thanks.

Welcome! There's a lot of posts like this one that have come up recently. I would start there, because, as i found out, there's so many variables with squad building and ship preferences, that it's really hard to say what one might 'need'. When I started, I just bought 2 of all the small ships initially and 1 of the larger ships. As I've been learning I've been adding other ships to try different squads and suggestions from other players. As you'll find out; there are plenty of options.

General rule of thumb is to get 2 of just about everything. And if you can't do that yet, at least get one of everything.

Now, in the mean time, I would invest in a B-Wing if I were you. It's my favorite rebel ship and is a good blend of maneuverability and firepower.

For the Empire, you probably want to get a Lambda shuttle. They are extremely versatile.

And that sucks you have no gunner for the Slave.... gunner is HUGE - get another slave!

General rule of thumb is to get 2 of just about everything. And if you can't do that yet, at least get one of everything.

Now, in the mean time, I would invest in a B-Wing if I were you. It's my favorite rebel ship and is a good blend of maneuverability and firepower.

For the Empire, you probably want to get a Lambda shuttle. They are extremely versatile.

And that sucks you have no gunner for the Slave.... gunner is HUGE - get another slave!

Not trying to tell you you're wrong Crabbok... but I disagree with you. I don't think gunner is that huge actually. Its good don't get me wrong. But it only kicks in if you wiff on you first attack. I prefer to spend my points to make sure my first and only attack hits and does as much damage as possible, with Weapons Engineer, Recon Specialist, HLC or some other card that increases my damage output. Gunner is awesome on the Lambda with FCS though. The point is I think its personal preference. Gunner is good for trying to strip a ship of its token (focus or evade) with the first shot and then using gunner on a now unfocused/evaded ship, or trying to strip 2 ships of their tokens for the rest of your squad to hit. But I still don't think it is always worth the points. Gunner was the go to crew member before wave 3 I think. But as waves go forward and we get more upgrade options I think it will become/is becoming less and less of an auto include. Now the Slave 1 is a great ship so if the OP wants another 1 (or 2) that certainly isn't a bad idea. But i wouldn't get it primarily for the Gunner card. In fact i would suggest getting at least 1 each of the other ships he doesn't have first so as to really increase his build options with the ships and upgrades.

Edit: Just realised the OP already ordered a 2nd Firespray but stll only has the 1 Gunner. I would definitely say your next ships should be Wave 3 ships

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It sounds like Baron Fel has a spot for you right away:

Fel + stealth + PTL

Bounty Hunter + recon specialist (if you can't proxy cards put a stealth on backstabber or a seimic here)

Night Beast

Backstabber

I called this list Baron's Focus. There is a developing list thread all about it.

*EU Spoilers

Yes... fly with Baron... He knows what's good for him, and soon he will defect to the rebels, where we call you by your name, not your designation, isn't that right DS-61-3... I mean... Backstabber? Here Leia, Winter, and other beautiful Alderaanian women bake us cookies daily. While we do what we can to make sure everyone in the galaxy is safe from the horrible Kyptos virus, we take care of our own first, so you will have first class medical care. Also, all of that rage you built up during your time serving the empire as he forced you to kill younglings and enslave entire species can now be used to motivate you to do the right then, that is why you're here, right?

Rogue squadron is looking for a new pilots capable of handling the latest in our technology:

Wedge

Luke

Tycho

Prototype

I hope you enjoy your many years fighting along side of us, after all, with our shields and hyperdrives, our survivor rate is much higher than that of the Empire.

*note... I don't actually recommend that squad.

It sounds like Baron Fel has a spot for you right away:

Fel + stealth + PTL

Bounty Hunter + recon specialist (if you can't proxy cards put a stealth on backstabber or a seimic here)

Night Beast

Backstabber

I called this list Baron's Focus. There is a developing list thread all about it.

I would be most interested in any reading material you have a link for. Looks fun. While I can't quite run that yet as I don't have Backstabber. I need to get a TIE booster or 2.

*EU Spoilers

Rogue squadron is looking for a new pilots capable of handling the latest in our technology:

Wedge

Luke

Tycho

Prototype

I hope you enjoy your many years fighting along side of us, after all, with our shields and hyperdrives, our survivor rate is much higher than that of the Empire.

Can't field that as I don't have a second A-wing. But in a few days I should have 3 x-wings to field the classic Luke, Wedge and Biggs.

Thanks to all for any info you dropped. I've been reading for the past few days enjoying the spirit of the boards. Looking forward to setting up a couple of lists.

EMPIRE:

TIE swarm

TIE/Int squad

TIE/Adv list- just cause I want the pain

REBELS:

Rogue squad

Falcon with escort

Maybe a all rookie x-wing for the pain