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Republic Reinforcements

Published 25 January 2021 | Star Wars: Armada

Republic Reinforcements

Announcing Two New Galactic Republic Expansions for Star Wars™: Armada

Pre-order your own copy of these expansions at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

The first battles of the Clone Wars are rippling across the galaxy as mighty warships from the Galactic Republic and Separatist Alliance meet in epic battles that will shape the conflict to come. Desperate to mount a defense and prevent more star systems from slipping into Separatist hands, the Republic deploys new ships to turn the tide.

You’ve built your first fleets with the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter and Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack. Now, two more iconic Clone Wars-era ships are on their way to reinforce the Republic:

These expansions bring two of the Republic’s most recognizable capital ships to your fleets along with a host of iconic characters, powerful new weapons, and other upgrades to customize your fleets to your exact specifications.

Read on more information on what these expansions bring to your Republic fleets!

Venator-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack

In the vicious battles of the Clone Wars, Jedi Generals such as the wise Plo Koon command their forces from the bridge of mighty Venator-class Star Destroyers, earning these vessels the moniker of “Jedi Cruisers.” Kuat Drive Yards designed the ship to be flexible; capable of fighting toe-to-toe with other warships, launching wings of starfighters, and breaking blockade sieges with devastating bombardments. As a command craft and warship, the Venator-class Star Destroyer has no equal in the Republic Navy.

This Expansion Pack contains everything you need to field this commanding ship in your Republic fleets, beginning with a beautifully detailed, pre-painted Venator-class Star Destroyer miniature. A beacon of the Republic, the Venator-class Star Destroyer often leads fleets into battle and this expansion gives you two different options for adding it to your fleet on two ship cards.

As powerful as it is, the Venator-class Star Destroyer is also commanded and crewed by some of the best the Republic has to offer, including two new commanders that set the tone for your entire fleet. A Jedi Master like Luminara Unduli knows that Republic ships will need to have their defenses up if they are to survive the Separatist onslaught and helps ships in her fleets ready their defense tokens. Apprentices often carry on the wisdom of their masters, of course, and this is certainly the case with , who uses Unduli’s teachings on defense to allow a ship to redirect an attack’s damage to a completely different hull zone.

In addition to these characters, you’ll also find a wide array of other ways to customize your Venator-class Star Destroyer among the 16 upgrade cards found in this expansion, including new weaponry and other offensive and defensive enhancements. We’ll take a look at everything in this expansion in a future preview!

Pelta-class Frigate Expansion Pack

A flexible vessel capable of serving as a combat transport or a medical evacuation craft, the Pelta-class frigate is a mainstay of the Republic Navy. These ships fulfill vital strategic and logistical roles, keeping the Grand Army of the Republic in fighting shape and supporting key operations across the galaxy.

You’ll find everything you need to add a Pelta-class frigate to your Republic fleets within this expansion, including a beautifully detailed, pre-painted miniature and two ship cards that invite you to fly it as a transport or as a medical frigate. Although it may be small, the Pelta-class frigate can still carry some of the Republic’s best tactical minds, including Admiral Tarkin himself.

Including Tarkin, this expansion adds seven upgrade cards to your Republic arsenal, inviting you to upgrade your ship with two new commanders, additional crew, a new fleet command, unique titles for your Pelta-class frigate. We’ll take a look at all these upgrades in a future preview!

For the Republic!

These two new ships add vital new options to the Grand Army of the Republic. Be sure to check this space in the future for more information about these potent new capital ships!

Look for the Pelta-class Frigate Expansion Pack to release with the Venator-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack on April 16 in many parts of the world, though in the US, these products have been delayed until May. Pre-order your copies at your local retailer or online through our webstore—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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Heart of the Swarm

Published 25 January 2021 | Star Wars: Armada

Heart of the Swarm

Announcing Two New Separatist Alliance Expansions for Star Wars™: Armada

“Master, General Grievous’ ship is directly ahead, the one crawling with Vulture droids.”
–Anakin Skywalker, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith

Pre-order your own copy of these expansions at your local retailer or online with free shipping in the continental U.S. through our website today!

Separatist fleets sweep across the galaxy like an unstoppable machine, brushing aside any resistance. The only thing standing between them and total galactic domination is the Republic Navy. To defeat this foe, Separatist leaders add to their arsenal with new technological monstrosities that will ensure victory in the Clone Wars.

Now that Star Wars: Armada has fully entered this new era of the Star Wars™ saga with the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter and the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack, even more ships are on their way to round out your Separatist fleets:

Not only do these expansions add the power of these two large ships to your fleets, they also put the skills of some of the Separatist Alliance’s most nefarious officers at your disposal in the form of upgrade cards. Hyper intelligent droids join members of the Corporate Alliance, Commerce Guild, and more aboard your ships, unlocking even more strategic possibilities. Meanwhile, the Separatist war machine grows even larger with new weapons, fleet commands, titles, and a host of other upgrades.

Read on for a glimpse at what these expansions add to your Separatist fleets!

Invisible Hand Expansion Pack

Flagship of the cruel General Grievous, the Invisible Hand has its own dark reputation. Its presence at the head of the Separatist navy heralds shameless avarice and calculated destruction on a galaxy-shocking scale. But it is not alone. Each Providence-class Dreadnought bristles with heavy armament, shrugs off enemy ordnance with powerful shielding, and leads whole fleets of lesser ships into battle. Carrying countless fighters and battle droids to the front, these dreadnoughts are the soulless heart of the Separatist war machine.

Whether you’re commanding the infamous Invisible Hand itself or another Providence-class Dreadnought, this Expansion Pack gives you everything you need to add one of these daunting warships to your fleet. A beautifully detailed, pre-painted miniature makes an imposing presence on the field while two ship cards allow you to field it as either a Providence-class Dreadnought or Carrier.

As one of the most prominent ships in the Separatist Navy, the Providence-class Dreadnought often leads Separatist fleets into battle and 14 upgrade cards give you the freedom to outfit it for battle. Among them is the Supreme Commander of the Separatist Droid Army himself, General Grievous, who rallies those under his command after a friendly ship or unique squadron is destroyed, allowing them to ready a defense token or recover and exhaust a discarded defense token.

We’ll take a look at everything in the Invisible Hand Expansion Pack–including all the upgrade cards–in a future preview!

Recusant-class Destroyer Expansion Pack

Produced in vast numbers by the Commerce Guild, the Recusant-class Destroyer reinforces the daunting ranks of the Separatist fleet. The Recusant is a formidable warship, capable of independent command and armed with an array of turbolasers for long-range combat and lighter laser cannons to cover against fighter attack. Its speed and maneuverability threaten the weak points of an enemy battle line, but when gathered together, they can overwhelm more powerful Republic ships with their sheer numbers.

Within this expansion, you’ll find everything you need to add a Recusant-class Destroyer to your fleets, beginning with a beautifully detailed, pre-painted miniature. Two ship cards bring this miniature to life on your tabletop as either a Light Destroyer or a Support Destroyer, each featuring their own unique armament and upgrade bar.

Beyond the ship cards themselves, 14 upgrade cards invite you to make your Recusant-class Destroyer even more specialized with additional weapons, titles, and officers such as the Commerce Guild’s Shu Mai, who gives her ship the chance to reroll up to three dice while attacking a ship during two non-consecutive rounds.

We’ll take a look at all the possibilities of the Recusant-class Destroyer Expansion Pack in a future preview!

Separatist Strategies

No matter what sectors of space the Clone Wars spread to next, these expansions will serve as the core of new Separatist tactics. Be sure to check this space in the future for more information about these potent new capital ships!

Look for the Recusant-class Destroyer Expansion Pack to release with the Invisible Hand Expansion Pack on April 16 in many parts of the world, however in the US, these products have been delayed until May. Pre-order your copies at your local retailer or online through our webstore—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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OP Announcement From Atomic Mass Games

Published 31 December 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

OP Announcement From Atomic Mass Games

News on the World Championships for Star Wars™ Miniatures Games.

Hello, Star Wars™ Miniatures players.

Last year was…unusual, to say the least. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone’s lives, and unfortunately we are not out of the woods just yet. It’s going to take a bit more time and a lot more patience before we get through this episode of history, which brings us to our announcement today.

We at Atomic Mass Games believe that our first priority is the health and safety of our staff and community. As the vaccine is being distributed, we wish to remain extra cautious, and so we have decided to delay all Star Wars Miniatures World Championships until 2022.

Now, we understand that this may be disappointing for those of you who were looking forward to flexing your competitive muscles this year. Fortunately, while the World Championships are delayed, we do still plan to have Organized Play take place this year.

So does this mean no events at all in 2021?

Not quite! As we prepare for Worlds 2022, we will continue to monitor the global situation with an eye toward resuming hosting some larger events—near the end of this year and early into next. That way everyone can get back into the swing of attending tournaments and other events before the World Championships arrive.

Of course, keep in mind that all of this is dependent on the timely and widespread distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. If the state of the pandemic has not significantly improved by late summer, there is a good chance we will have to push off reopening events until spring 2022.

I have an invite to the 2020 X-Wing, Legion, or Armada World Championship. What happens with that?

If you earned an invitation for the 2020 World Championship for any of our Star Wars miniatures games that was canceled due to COVID-19, don’t worry—we plan to honor each and every invite at the 2022 corresponding World Championship. Naturally, all invitations issued between now and the 2022 Worlds will be honored as well.

It doesn’t matter if the pandemic situation does not improve and we are forced to push back the 2022 World Championships out even further; whenever we end up having the next Worlds, your invitation will still be valid for it.

Looking Forward to the Future

Rest assured we plan to have plenty of awesome Organized Play events in the future. With patience and perseverance, we will get through these tough times and, with a bit of luck, come back in full strength at the end of this year!

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Available Now: December 4

Published 4 December 2020 | Arkham Horror: The Card Game

Available Now: December 4

New Arkham Horror and Star Wars: Armada Products Are Now Available

Take a look at the latest products from Fantasy Flight Games, now available at your local retailer!

War of the Outer Gods

Our world may seem significant—the center of our personal universes. But amidst the unknowable eldritch Mythos, Earth is a tiny microcosm of primitive life, a laughable mote of dirt and water floating among the stars. We are merely dust on the scales, and any larger ambition only demonstrates an unfortunate surplus of damning hubris.

In the face of this crushing insignificance, the investigators of the Arkham Horror Files are those who push back against the abyss, who refuse to give in to nihilism and despair. But with the latest adventure, those investigators face a challenge unlike any they’ve tackled before.

In War of the Outer Gods, a new scenario pack for Arkham Horror: The Card Game, Arkham is caught in the midst of a world-shattering conflict between three rival cults, raging across all of North America. Each of these cults seeks to summon its own Ancient One—and as they battle each other across the continent, every enemy slain brings one of these dark gods closer to awakening. Can you and your fellow investigators survive being caught in the middle of this war, or will our world be torn asunder?

Pick up your own copy of War of the Outer Gods (AHC59) at your local retailer today!

Devil Reef

The fishing hamlet of Innsmouth may soon be overwhelmed by rising tides and swarming deep ones—but in your fractured memory, you’re still putting together the pieces of your time in this mist-shrouded village. As you stare out at the ill-omened shoals and scattered islands of Devil Reef, you can feel a new piece of the puzzle falling into place. You were out there, among the islands, searching for evidence of the Esoteric Order of Dagon…

Within the Devil Reef Mythos Pack, you’ll find the next scenario of the tangled campaign unfolding around the events of The Innsmouth Conspiracy for Arkham Horror: The Card Game. You’ll flashback to your voyage out to Devil Reef three weeks prior—exploring the islands rumored to be haunted by terrible powers, and where you suspect the Esoteric Order of Dagon is hiding something. With the game’s first vehicle-driven scenario and an assortment of new player cards for every class, Devil Reef is a gripping next chapter in your unfolding tale of rising tides and encroaching madness.

Pick up your own copy of Devil Reef (AHC54) at your local retailer today!

Galactic Republic Fleet Starter

War! The ancient Jedi Order has taken to the stars to defend the Galactic Republic. As the threat of the Separatist Alliance spreads, leaving plundered worlds and petty tyrants in its wake, the Republic fleet is often outnumbered, but never outmatched. Guided by the ideals of the Republic, commanding legions of dedicated Clone Troopers, and equipped with versatile warships and elite starfighters, champions such as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Bail Organa fight to bring a swift end to the chaos of the Clone Wars and restore peace to the galaxy.

This Fleet Starter lays the foundation for your Galactic Republic fleets by putting you in command of a mighty Acclamator-class Assault ship and two powerful Consular-class Cruiser miniatures. These ships are joined by four squadrons of V-19 Torrent Starfighters flown by crack clone pilots ready to defend the fleet. Additionally, 20 upgrade cards invite you to customize every aspect of your ships with iconic officers and powerful weapons.

No matter how you decide to outfit your fleet, the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter is an excellent place to begin building your Star Wars™: Armada collection. You’ll find all the components necessary to begin playing within this set, including nine attack dice, 10 command dials, eight speed dials, 12 objective cards, six obstacle tokens, a range ruler, and a maneuver tool. Assemble your fleet and destroy the enemy!

Pick up your own copy of the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter (SWM34) at your local retailer or online through our website!

Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack

Devastate your opponent's squadrons with the speed and power of the Galactic Republic's fighter squadrons! Harness the agility of Delta-7 Aethersprites, bombard enemy captial ships with BTL-B Y-wings, control the battlefield with heavy ARC-170 Starfighters, and escort your forces with versatile V-19 Torrents.

All together, this expansion adds eight Republic fighter squadrons to your fleets, including seven elite pilots. Defend the Republic with the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

Pick up your own copy of the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack (SWM36) at your local retailer or online through our website!

Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter

Commanded by the sinister Count Dooku, the Separatist Alliance has drawn numerous worlds into open insurrection against the Galactic Republic, spreading chaos and tyranny in the name of greed. With its powerful warships and vast reserves of droid forces, the Separatist fleet seems an insurmountable threat to peace and freedom in the galaxy.

This Fleet Starter provides the building blocks for your own Separatist fleet, starting with a Munificent-class Frigate miniature and two Hardcell-class Transport miniatures. These ships are supplemented by four squadrons of Vulture-class Droid Fighters ready to swarm their enemies. In addition to these miniatures, six ship cards give you the power to choose the exact models that make up your fleet and 20 upgrade cards invite you to fine-tune each ship with iconic officers, powerful weapons, and more.

No matter how you decide to outfit your fleet, the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter is an excellent place to begin building your Star Wars: Armada collection. You’ll find all the components necessary to begin playing within this set, including nine attack dice, 10 command dials, eight speed dials, 12 objective cards, six obstacle tokens, a range ruler, and a maneuver tool. Assemble your fleet and destroy the enemy!

Pick up your own copy of the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter (SWM35) at your local retailer or online through our website!

Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack

Overrun your opponents with a full array of Separatist starfighters! This expansion puts droid fighters like Vulture droids, Hyena bombers, and Droid Tri-Fighters at your disposal. Meanwhile, your Belbullab-22 Starfighters can launch devastating attacks while screened by these disposable droids.

All told, this expansion adds eight Separatist fighter squadrons to your fleets, including six elite pilots. Take the power of these sinister pilots into your hands with the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

Pick up your own copy of the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack (SWM37) at your local retailer or online through our website!

Upgrade Card Collection

Unlock a hangar bay of 290 essential upgrades with the Star Wars: Armada Upgrade Card Collection!

This collection provides updated versions of all upgrades, which were previously printed as mini cards, now in a new standard-sized format.

With the addition of the Star Wars: Armada Core Set or a Fleet Starter to get your first ships, along with the tokens and rules that you need to play, this Upgrade Card Collection gives you the flexibility to immediately start building the perfect fleet, making it a perfect introductory product for brand-new players.

Pick up your own copy of the Upgrade Card Collection (SWM39) at your local retailer today!

Dial Pack

The Star Wars: Armada Dial Pack provides players with ten additional command dials and seven additional speed dials, allowing them to easily and conveniently further expand their fleets.

Additionally, this pack includes five pass tokens and six round tokens, giving players additional access to these essential components.

With this tool of convenience, it's easier than ever to take command of a fleet and race into battle against the Galactic Empire or the Rebel Alliance.

Pick up your own copy of the Dial Pack (SWM39) at your local retailer or online through our website!

Honor in Flames

The fissures tearing open within the Emerald Empire have grown into chasms, mighty cracks that divide the seven Great Clans and tear their way of life apart. Every clan now faces its own temptations, and in the face of desperation, the foul practice of mahō blood magic grows more widespread. To what depths will your clan sink in the face of the coming storm? And to what heights will they rise as they push forward into the coming darkness?

Like other Dynasty Packs of the Temptations cycle, the 60 cards included within the Honor in Flames expansion for Legend of the Five Rings: The Card Game provide new dynasty deck and conflict deck options for each of the seven Great Clans, as well as three new provinces. The honor levels of each clan become more important than ever before, and the new dire keyword lets your characters unlock potent new abilities as they near the end of their time in the spotlight. With the expanding Temptations cycle, what dangers will you face—and what choices will you make?

Pick up your own copy of Honor in Flames (L5C37) at your local retailer or online through our website!

The Hunt for the Dreadnaught

Vicious Corsairs have pillaged the Gondorian coastline for months, but now, rumors whisper that the shipyards of Umbar have constructed the most devastatingly gigantic ship ever known: the Dreadnaught. Many are suspicious of such extraordinary reports, but if true, this massive warship is an enemy unlike any you’ve faced before. It will take an equally colossal effort to take down such a potent foe. It’s up to the greatest heroes of Middle-earth to assemble a formidable fleet and scour the seas for this mighty threat!

You and your fellow heroes of Middle-earth take to the high seas and battle the Dreadnaught in The Hunt for the Dreadnaught, a unique scenario pack for The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game. Whether you’re playing with a single group of one to four players, or with any number of groups in Epic Multiplayer Mode, The Hunt for the Dreadnaught is a thrilling race to find and sink a powerful warship. You’ll even find a brand-new contract that can be added to your deck in any game of The Lord of the Rings: The Card Game, challenging you to make a perilous voyage with a super-sized deck!

Pick up your own copy of The Hunt for the Dreadnaught (MEC86) at your local retailer today!

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New Rules of Engagement

Published 1 December 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

New Rules of Engagement

An Updated Star Wars™: Armada Rules Reference is Now Available

Big changes are coming to Star Wars™: Armada. The game enters the Clone Wars on Friday with the introduction of the Galactic Republic and Separatist Alliance factions. To mark this occasion, a new Rules Reference Guide is now available here and on our Armada product page. You can also find a list of all the cards found in the Upgrade Card Collection here. Join us today as we give you an overview of the changes!

Hello Armada fans! The wait is almost over and the Clone Wars arrive on Friday! As we've been discussing in articles and interviews throughout this year, we have updated our Rules Reference Guide to support these products and the future of the game.

Armada veterans will notice a number of significant changes as you read through the updated RRG. However, we encourage you to think of this as Armada version 1.5. It's still the same game, but with some added features to improve play and support a new era of expansions. This release article is meant to give you an overview of the changes and the thinking the design team has put into them.

Revised Rules

A number of key changes have been made to long-standing rules. This section covers the most important.

Pass Tokens

This is the single biggest change to the core Armada game experience. We've repurposed the pass token mechanic introduced with the Super Star Destroyer to provide more parity to fleets with lower activations than their opponents. Tokens are now expendable and spent during the Ship Phase to pass an activation turn.

Armada has always benefited from its great tournament community, which has given us a window into the game played at the highest level. But we've noticed some definite patterns emerge over the years; the kind of fleets that are dominant prioritize an ideal number of activations. This has often led players to feeling pushed toward playing with several extra ships (like flotillas) or taking specific upgrades (such as Strategic Adviser) that assist large ships in delaying their activations.

These new rules for pass tokens help fleets the most during the maneuvering in the early game, but can be spent flexibly, when the player feels they are most crucial. This not only adds balance, but rewards good tactical decisions, which have always been a central part of Armada.

Evade Defense Effect

With the changes to allow more passing, the activation advantage of small ships has necessarily been reduced. As small ships also rely heavily on the Evade token, this would also weaken their survivability. To offset this, we have revised this token's effect so that its medium-range reroll effect now also works at close range (including distance 1).

This changes the dynamic of Evade slightly, while still leaving it chancy for a ship to rely on it at close range. This revision also opens up the token to being used in other contexts, which players of the Clone Wars factions may notice first.

Squadron Play

Squadrons are a signature part of Star Wars, and have always been a core part of the Armada experience. As with activations, some patterns have developed over the years that we wanted to address. Squadrons are often seen as an all-or-nothing component of a fleet. This tendency is reinforced by the context of keywords and the defining abilities of 'ace' squadrons.

We've made several changes to address this, starting with limiting the number of unique-named squadrons with defense tokens that a player can add during fleet building. These squadrons are now limited to one per 100 fleet points of the agreed total for each fleet.

We have also revised the effect of the Intel keyword, so that it is no longer as easy for bombers to completely ignore engaging squadrons. Intel now grants friendly squadrons at distance 1 Grit, instead of giving enemy squadrons Heavy.

New Rules

The updated Rules Reference also includes new major rules introduced with the Clone Wars expansions, bringing them fully into the game.

Upgrade Cards and Token Icons

The biggest of these new rules are the new upgrade card symbology representing cards that start play with command tokens or dials, and upgrade cards that require a cost to be readied. We have added these rules to provide more room in the game for new types of card effects with more concise text. They also allow for and for more options in the pacing of effects, such as a middle ground between discard cards and those that can be used every round. Some older cards that used long-form text for these types of effects (such as Grand Admiral Thrawn) have been revised in the new Upgrade Card Collection to use these icons instead.

Reformatted Ship Cards

As part of updating the line, we have moved to a consistent cards size for new products. We have reformatted where upgrade icons and points costs are displayed on ship cards. We have also introduced a new ship traits box on new ship cards. These traits are rules in themselves, but they can be referred to be other effects or as requirements for upgrade cards. Older ship cards remain legal for play.

A Living Reference

Another great long-term benefit of this update is that we have changed where the rules are gathered and how we treat them. Like X-Wing and Legion, our RRG is now a living document that can be updated regularly as the game expands or requires changes.

Consolidated Rules Source

Players also no longer need to hunt through multiple expansion inserts to find a specific rule during a standard game of Armada. We have consolidated all previously published expansion rules into one source, including keywords, upgrade icons, and new mechanics. It should be noted this does not include rules specific for campaign play, but does cover obstacle types and other standard play components introduced in this expansions.

Integral Errata and FAQ

Armada's errata and FAQ are no longer a separate document but are now sections within the RRG. As part of this process, some older rulings have been moved out of the FAQ section and into rules.

The errata section is also now reorganized into two sub-sections to include all new errata from the Upgrade Card Collection as well as past errata. One section covers significant changes that affect a card's function; the other covers simpler consistency changes. Finally, all card and component images have been updated to reflect their latest versions. Older mini-size upgrade cards remain legal for play, though players should check the errata section of the RRG for any updates to these cards.

These sections will grow over time, so it is important to note that no new FAQ or errata have been introduced to cover the Clone Wars expansions themselves. These will be added in future updates as questions about the new rules and cards are received.

Speaking for Armada's past and present designers, we feel lucky to have some of the most devoted and enthusiastic players in minis gaming as our fans. We're excited for the next phase of this game and hope that these changes will improve play, provide an easier reference source, and continue to support the Armada community. Although this article covers the high notes, we encourage you to begin reading the updated Rules Reference for yourselves, and to let us know how we can continue to improve the game!

Download the Star Wars: Armada Rules Reference Guide for a full look at all the changes and be sure to look here for a list of all the cards in the Upgrade Card Collection. As always, game rules, tournament regulations, and other support materials for Star Wars: Armada can be found on our Armada page!

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Combat Transport

Published 1 December 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Combat Transport

A Final Preview of the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter for Star Wars™: Armada

“Your ship is waiting.”
–General Grievous, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith

The leaders of the Separatist Alliance largely fight a proxy war, letting droids stand in for organic soldiers and starships. While these networked droids often work seamlessly with one another to react to the shifting tides of battle, they often are most effective when receiving direction from a centralized source.

Pre-order your own copy of the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

When ships like the Munificent-class Frigate are unable to perform this role, the Separatists often turn to the Hardcell Transport. Despite being lightly armed, the ship more than makes up for this with its versatility in combat operations. Soon, the Hardcell will form a cornerstone of your new Separatist fleets with the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter for Star Wars™: Armada!

This Fleet Starter introduces the Separatist Alliance into the game with a Munificent-class Frigate miniature, two Hardcell Transport miniatures, and four Vulture-class Droid Fighter Squadrons as well as all the components you need to play the game. Far from playing a singular role in your fleets, both of the capital ships can be deployed in two variants that make them even more specialized while 20 upgrade cards invite you to modify your ships to fit your strategy.

We’ve already taken a look at what the Munificent-class Frigate and Vulture Droids add to the faction. Join us today as we highlight the Hardcell Transport!

Into the Action

The Techno Union supplies the Separatists with many weapons of war, including starships that form the bulk of their navy. The Hardcell-class interstellar transport is one of the most versatile of these ships, offering a range of applications that make it an essential part of any fleet.

First and foremost, the Hardcell was designed as a transport. While its blaster cannons are unlikely to have a decisive impact on a battle, then, the additional crew members it brings into battle could. A T-series Tactical Droid is much more intelligent than standard Separatist droids and has the processing power to run complex combat analysis in a short amount of time. As a result, they allow a ship to resolve a repair, navigate, or squadron command token as if it had spent a dial of the same type instead.

Droids may be the most common passengers on the Hardcell-class Transport as they help direct combat, but they are certainly not the only ones. Separatist leaders such as Rune Haako also use the ship from time to time and they, too, can contribute to Separatist strategy. In Haako’s case, that means choosing another friendly ship at distance 1–5 when revealing a command and discarding command tokens from it and Haako’s own card to gain matching tokens for each one discarded.

These leaders aren’t the only way the Hardcell-class Transport can support the rest of the fleet, either. It can also be outfitted with the means to perform a Munitions Resupply that helps friendly ships at range 1–5 concentrate their fire. Alternatively, the Hardcell can bolster your fleet’s defenses with a Parts Resupply that replenishes their supply of repair tokens at a critical moment. This gets even better if the ship carries the Beast of Burden title that allows it to spend its defense tokens to allow friendly ships at distance 1–3 to ready their own.

Clearly, the Hardcell-class Transport has plenty of utility, but this isn’t your only option for the ship. It can also be refitted for battle to take on a more direct role in combat. Beyond improving its effective attack range, this version of the ship also feature upgrade slots that invite you to outfit it with a variety of new weaponry.

The ship could be an unconventional pick to fend off incoming enemy squadrons with some Reactive Gunnery, for example, making its defense tokens even more versatile. At the same time, it can be a cheap way to support friendly fighter squadrons, especially if it’s been outfitted with a Reserve Hangar Deck. The Separatists in particular rely heavily on starfighters with the Swarm keyword, and one of these can keep their fighters operational a bit longer.

Even with its long range blaster cannons, the Hardcell-class Battle Refit will inevitably be more involved heavy combat than the Transport. Although its weakly shielded side hull zones make it particularly vulnerable to attack, the Foreman’s Labor is legendary for its ability to hold out in the heaviest fire. As long as the defending hull zone has at least one shield remaining, this ship can reduce the total damage it takes in an attack by one.

Separatist Support

Whether it's carrying high-ranking officers directing the Separatist efforts or blasting into the thick of the action, the Hardcell-class Transport is a vital addition to Separatist fleets. Begin building yours with the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter!

The Clone Wars come to Star Wars: Armada on December 4. Pre-order your copies of these expansions at your local retailer or online through our webstore—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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Swarm the Opposition

Published 25 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Swarm the Opposition

Preview the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack for Star Wars™: Armada

“You lose, General Kenobi!”
–General Grievous, Star Wars™: Revenge of the Sith

The Separatist Alliance’s strength is drawn from sheer numbers. Nowhere is this more evident than in the epic space battles of Star Wars™: Armada, where the Separatist Navy can unleash swarms of cheap, mass-produced fighters that can overwhelm even the most experienced Jedi Masters in their Delta-7 Aethersprites.

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As the game begins exploring the Clone Wars, the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter lays the foundation for your starfighter assault with four squadrons of deadly Vulture-class Droid Fighters, but this is only the beginning. Soon you’ll be able to tap into the vast array of starfighters the Separatists deployed during the Clone Wars with the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

This expansion gives you access to eight additional Separatist fighter squadrons, including two Hyena-class Droid Bomber squadrons, two Droid Tri-Fighter squadrons, two Belbullab-22 Starfighter squadrons, and an additional two Vulture-class Droid Fighter squadrons. The Separatists are always looking for ways to improve their droid starfighters, and 10 squadron cards invite you to choose between four standard squadrons and six more exotic and experimental variants.

Join us today as we take a full look at everything in the Separatist Fighter Squadron Expansion Pack!

Destructive Droids

Mass production has many advantages. For the Separatist Alliance, it means they can build an army and navy rather than recruit one. The Vulture-class Droid Fighter Squadron is the purest expression of this philosophy. These droids feature the same speed, hull value, and ability to swarm enemy squadrons at the same cost as an Imperial TIE Fighter squadron, but with even more benefits.

In addition to removing the risk of losing irreplaceable organic pilots, droid starfighters come with the added advantage of artificial intelligence that help them take on specialized roles with Separatist attack groups. Vulture droid AI in particular gives them some extra firepower while attacking squadrons if they’ve been activated by a squadron command, but this is only the basic model.

The squadron designated DFS-311 is even more intelligent, combining the ability to force an attacker to re-roll a die during an obstructed attack against it with the benefits of defense tokens and the Intel keyword. This intel is particularly valuable for friendly squadrons flying within distance 1 of DFS-311, as it grants them the Grit to keep moving while they are engaged by only one squadron.

Vulture-class Droid Fighters are only the beginning of the Separatist starfighter onslaught. The faction features a variety of different models, each with its own specifications and role to play. Rather than focus on enemy squadrons, the Hyena-class Droid Bomber’s AI is programmed to inflict maximum damage to enemy ships. This programming becomes even more nuanced if you choose to deploy some Baktoid Prototypes that can improve their accuracy when a friendly bomber squadron is at distance one of the defender. DBS-404, on the other hand, shows little regard for its own safety, instead choosing to ramp up its own firepower while it is touching the defender at the cost of suffering damage.

While the Vulture-class Droid Fighter is designed to overwhelm opponents with superior numbers, the Droid Tri-Fighter is more in line with traditional interceptors. Its speed and ability to counter the attacks of enemy squadron make it ideal for hunting down and eliminating squadrons that stand between you and your target.

Like the Separatists other droid squadrons, Tri-Fighters also come in two variants that prove even more effective at this task. Simple but deadly, the attacks of DIS-T81 cannot be obstructed, helping it Snipe squadrons from a distance while ignoring their Counter keyword. The Phlac-Arphocc Prototypes are even more straightforward, causing any enemy squadron that ends its activation at distance one to suffer one damage.

Droid fighters may make up the bulk of Separatist fighter squadrons, but they are actually only one facet of a larger strategy. The faction’s leaders often enter the fight in squadrons of Belbullab-22 starfighters that use screens of droids as cover. These distractions give the Belbullab pilots a much better chance to dodge enemy fire by forcing attackers to reroll dice.

Better still, having the Belbullab-22 so close to friendly droid helps ensure that they stick to their protocols. As long as they are in range to be activated, these ships can always relay squadron commands to a squadron at distance 1–3. If the squadron is led by none other than General Grievous himself, it can relay commands to an additional squadron while also piling on the damage to ships or squadrons with no readied defense tokens.

Strength in Numbers

The Galactic Republic may have elite clone troopers and Jedi Masters, but the Separatist Alliance has the technological advantages in the epic space battles of the Clone Wars. Use it to the fullest with the Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

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Ready for Battle

Published 23 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Ready for Battle

A Final Preview of the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter for Star Wars™: Armada

"Captain, tell them we wish to board at once."
–Qui-Gon Jinn, Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace

As the Galactic Republic attempts to match the might of Separatist fleets, it makes use of every available ship, even those not originally designed for military service. Although it is recognized throughout the galaxy as a diplomatic vessel, the Consular-class cruiser is one such ship that now finds new life as part of the Republic Navy.

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Outfitted for combat and crewed by expert clone troopers, these cruisers will soon play an integral role in your first Republic fleets for Star Wars™: Armada with the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter!

This Fleet Starter lays the foundation for the Republic faction with an Acclamator-class Assault Ship miniature and two Consular-class Cruiser miniatures as well as four squadrons of V-19 Torrent starfighters. With these miniatures as the building blocks, the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter also invites you to fine-tune your fleets with six ship cards that allow you to deploy your capital ships in two variants each as well as 20 upgrade cards that add additional officers, weapons, and more to your ships.

We’ve already shown you both variants of the Acclamator-class Assault Ship and some of the upgrades you’ll find in the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter. Join us today as we did even deeper and examine the Consular-class Cruiser!

Republic Retrofit

The sudden onset of the Clone Wars has left the Republic scrambling to put together a navy. While the powerful corporate backers of the Separatist Alliance can use their manufacturing might to mass produce warships, the Republic instead must rely on existing ships like the Consular-class Cruiser that have been retrofitted for combat.

But just because the Consular-class Cruiser wasn’t strictly built for battle doesn’t mean it can't be an effective warship. In fact, refitting the Consular-class Cruiser for combat missions has enabled it to take on wildly different capabilities and you can make use of two different versions of the ship in your fleets. The Armed Cruiser variant is prepared to use the Consular-class Cruisers inherent speed to the fullest by charging into battle and pestering enemies at close to medium range.

For an added punch, this version of the ship can also be equipped with ordnance, allowing it to slam an opponent with some Assault Concussion Missiles during an attack and spread the damage to the hull zones adjacent to the defending hull zone. Getting so close to the enemy also means drawing their fire, of course, and the Armed Cruiser can make effective use of an Auxiliary Shields Team that treats the maximum shield values of its left and right hull zones as increased by one when recovering or moving shields to those zones.

The Charger c70 variant, on the other hand, is effective from longer range and may prefer to operate from the edges of a battle. Doing so makes this ship an ideal carrier for a Clone Navigation Officer, who can coordinate with friendly ships at distance 1–5 to get them an additional concentrate fire, navigate, or squadron token that matches his own ship's command.

No matter which type of Consular-class Cruiser you choose for your fleet, specific titles make the ship even more versatile. A ship like the Radiant VII, for instance, can take on a completely new role in the fleet supporting other ships. In this capacity, it can perform a Parts Resupply to assign Engineering tokens to friendly ships at distance 1–5. Perhaps even more crucially, the Radiant VII can also help the entire fleet focus on its targets with a Munitions Resupply that helps them all concentrate fire at just the right moment.

The Consular-class Cruiser's maximum speed of four helps the Radiant VII maintain a solid position relative to the rest of the fleet, but other ships take advantage of it in their own way. A Cruiser like the Swift Return, for example, uses obstacles to its advantage. It becomes more unpredictable when it's at distance 1–2 of one by changing its speed by one or increasing its yaw value by one during the Determine Course step.

Report to Battle Stations

The Clone Wars will come down to every last ship. Prepped for battle and ready for anything, the Consular-class Cruiser adds a crucial component to Republic fleets looking to stand against the Separatist menace. Add yours with the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter!

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Form Up

Published 19 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Form Up

Preview the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack for Star Wars™: Armada

“Give it everything you’ve got!”
–Anakin Skywalker, Star Wars™: The Clone Wars

As the Republic mobilizes its fleets to meet the rising Separatist menace, the smallest ships can make the biggest difference. Working in concert with larger warships like the Acclamator-class Assault Ship, the Republic’s array of starfighters are an integral part of its strategy and can play a decisive role in the epic space battles to come.

Pre-order your own copy of the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

With Star Wars™: Armada entering the tense combat of the Clone Wars, these starfighters are more important than ever. Soon, you can have access to an entire stable of Republic starfighters with the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

This expansion puts eight additional fighter squadrons representing some of the Republic’s most iconic starfighters at your fingertips, including two Delta-7 Aethersprite squadrons, two BTL-B Y-wing squadrons, two ARC-170 squadrons, and two V-19 Torrent squadrons. Some of the Clone Wars most enduring heroes flew these starfighters into battle, of course, and 11 squadron cards give the freedom to choose between generic fighter squadrons or seven led by elite pilots.

Join us today as we take a closer look at the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

Working Together

The Republic has no shortage of skilled pilots. Jedi Knights skilled in the Force and clone troopers bred for battle are both available to support Republic fleets in a variety of starfighters. Just like the crews of their warships, then, Republic starfighter squadrons feature a mixture of these two groups working together to complete the mission.

Jedi often take the lead in these engagements and, with the Force to aid them, it should be no surprise that they are particularly skilled pilots. Flying into battle in the Delta-7 Aethersprite, a ship fine-tuned for their unique abilities, even a simple squadron of Jedi can pose a challenge for enemy fighters.

On top of the ability to launch counterfire against squadrons that attack them, the Force aids these Jedi both offensively and defensively. Their adeptness helps them hone in on targets, allowing them to reroll a die while attacking. At the same time, they can more easily dodge enemy attacks by forcing their opponent to reroll a die of their choice after dice modifications have been made.

Jedi Masters bring even more skill and precision to the Delta-7, lending the squadrons they lead unique abilities. Master Luminara Unduli, for instance, does even more to support the non-unique squadrons she leads into battle. Her squadron may lack the Dodge keyword, but it gains defense tokens and the chance to obstruct the attacks of enemy squadrons at distance 1 against non-unique friendly squadrons. Similarly, Plo Koon gives non-unique friendly squadrons at distance 1 without Counter a better chance to return fire while also increasing the offensive capabilities of his own squadron’s ships.

Rather than protect friendly squadrons, other Jedi focus on honing their own abilities while augmenting the offense of their fellow pilots. Evan a padawan like Ahsoka Tano can contribute by both giving another friendly squadron at distance 1 the chance to attack an enemy squadron after she moves and with her own Grit that allows her to move while she is engaged by only one squadron. Kit Fisto takes this even further, using his Intel to grant friendly squadrons at distance 1 Grit. Beyond this, Fisto is just as Adept a Force user as Plo Koon and has plenty of ways to reduce the damage his squadron takes, including discarding a defense token to reduce the total damage by three.

With Jedi leading the way and taking on enemy fighters, the Republic’s clone pilots are free to focus on other targets. Those that fly the lumbering ARC-170 Starfighter can use the ship’s firepower and durability to inflict massive damage on capital ships while weathering the blistering return fire from these vessels. With the ability to reroll up to two dice after moving, “Odd Ball” is particularly effective at leading such attack runs.

Alternatively, BTL-B Y-wing squadrons can close in on a target a bit faster while still delivering a hefty punch. While commonly flown by clones, Jedi General Anakin Skywalker led the famed Shadow Squadron into battle in a BTL-B Y-wing on several occasions and he brings all the skills of a Jedi to the ship. In addition to enhancing his squadron’s attacks, he can also spend a defense token to completely ignore engagement and blow past enemy squadrons en route to a larger target.

Finally, both the ARC-170 and BTL-B Y-wing will need escorts to be the most effective and the V-19 Torrent is a cheaper alternative to the Jedi and their Delta-7 Aethersprites. This expansion supplements your fleets with two additional V-19 squadrons beyond what you find in the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter while also bringing you a new elite pilot in the form of “Kickback.” This dedicated clone pushes his squadron forward after performing an attack helping them pave the way for other squadrons.

Rally the Republic

A well organized starfighter assault can strike a decisive blow in the epic space battles of the Clone Wars. Gather the best Jedi and clone pilots the Republic has to offer and facedown the Separatist Alliance with the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack!

The Clone Wars come to Star Wars: Armada on December 4. Pre-order your copies of the Galactic Republic expansions at your local retailer or online through our website—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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An Important Star Wars Announcement

Published 16 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

An Important Star Wars Announcement

News About the Future of Our Star Wars Miniatures Games

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Atomic Mass Games Takes Its First Steps Into The Star Wars™ Miniatures Games Galaxy

Development of Star Wars: X-Wing, Star Wars: Armada, and Star Wars: Legion Moving from Fantasy Flight Games to Asmodee’s Miniatures Games-Focused Studio

SEATTLE, WA, November 16, 2020 – In a strategic reorganization of its Star Wars miniatures titles, Asmodee is announcing today that oversight of its three Star Wars miniatures titles will be moving to their dedicated miniatures games studio, Atomic Mass Games.

Development of all future miniatures games will be handled by Atomic Mass as well. The move to a specialty studio positions Asmodee’s miniatures titles for even greater success in the future.

“Atomic Mass is committed to bringing people together through fun games, and Star Wars has been bringing people together through the power of myth and story for over 40 years,” Steve Horvath, Head of US Publishing, said. “Combining their talent with the strength of our current Star Wars miniatures games and the limitless possibilities of a galaxy far, far away is going to lead to incredible new experiences for tabletop gamers and Star Wars fans to enjoy.”

Simone Elliott, who has shepherded Fantasy Flight’s relationship with Lucasfilm Licensing since 2015, will lead Atomic Mass Games during this time of expansion as Head of Studio. Will Shick assumes primary creative oversight as Head of Product Development. Joining them will be key members of the teams involved in the creation and evolution of Fantasy Flight’s current Star Wars miniatures games, Star Wars™: X-Wing, Star Wars™: Legion, and Star Wars™: Armada.

About Atomic Mass Games

Composed of veterans from the tabletop miniatures games industry, Atomic Mass Games is committed to delivering immersive lifestyle hobby games that combine industry leading tabletop miniatures and fast, fun, kinetic game rules to create lifelong collectors and players.

About Asmodee USA

Asmodee USA is a sales, marketing, and distribution arm of the global Asmodee Group, a leading international company dedicated to bringing great games and amazing stories to all corners of the world. Asmodee USA represents the strongest portfolio of board games in the industry, including such favorite titles as CATAN®, Ticket to Ride, Spot It!, Pandemic, Just One, Dixit, Dead of Winter, and many more.

About Asmodee Group

Asmodee Group is a leading international games publisher and distributor committed to telling amazing stories through great games with over 34 million games sold in more than 50 countries. Through our portfolio of iconic game titles, including CATAN®, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic, Dobble/Spot it!, Arkham Horror, Splendor, KeyForge, and Star Wars: X-Wing, we create a dynamic transmedia experience for players across a variety of digital and physical platforms. Asmodee also creates inspiring and innovative products in partnership with leading entertainment and technology companies. Asmodee operates in Europe, North America, South America and Asia and is headquartered in Guyancourt, France. Learn more at corporate.asmodee.com.

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Mechanized Might

Published 16 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Mechanized Might

Your First Look Inside the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter for Star Wars™: Armada

"You may fire when ready."
–Count Dooku, Star Wars™: The Clone Wars

The Separatist Alliance is on the offensive, deploying their massive droid armies to planets throughout the galaxy in an all-out effort to destabilize the Republic. Before they can get these troops on the ground, however, they must first win the fight in space. To do this, they make use of massive battle fleets, hoping to overwhelm the Republic with warships.

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With Star Wars™: Armada exploring the Clone Wars for the first time, you’ll soon have the chance to take command of these formidable Separatist navies with the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter!

On top of adding more ships to your collection, this Fleet Starter gives you your first taste of the Separatist Alliance faction, inviting you to begin building your Separatist fleets with iconic characters and upgrades. Everything begins with a Munificent-class Frigate miniature and two Hardcell-class Transport miniatures that form the foundation of your fleets. The Separatist Alliance is well known for its starfighters, of course, and you’ll also find four squadrons of Vulture-class Droid Fighters ready to launch into battle.

Alongside these miniatures, you’ll also find all the tools you need to outfit and equip them for any scenario. Not only do six ship cards outline two different variants of each capital ship, but two squadron cards invite you to field either generic Vulture-class Droid Fighters or the more powerful Haor Chall Prototypes. Finally, 20 upgrade cards give you the power to assign some of the Separatist Alliance’s most iconic characters and weapons to your ships.

Join us today as we take our first look at the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter!

Corporate Clout

Secretly bolstered by an array of corporations, the Separatist Alliance stands in stark contrast to the Galactic Republic. Rather than ships crewed by Jedi and clones working for a common cause, the Separatists’ deep pockets give them the freedom to fight with faceless fleets of mechanized droids. Still, organic beings make up a large chunk of the Separatist high command and it is not uncommon for them to dictate the faction’s larger strategy.

Both droid and organic leaders are cunning in their approach to the defining space battles of the Clone Wars, as evidenced by the two commanders who can lead your first Separatist fleets. As the leader of the entire Separatist Alliance, Count Dooku spins his machinations across the galaxy. When he leads your fleet, you begin the game by choosing three command tokens of at least two different types to place on his card. Then, at the start of each ship phase, you discard one of these tokens to force each enemy ship to gain a raid token matching that token.

While Count Dooku thwarts his enemy’s plans, the super tactical droid Kraken puts his ships in position to inflict maximum damage. Once per activation, he gives friendly ships the chance to change one die to a face with any one icon if another friendly ship is at close-medium range of the defender. This gives that ship great freedom to adapt to the circumstances, potentially pushing through extra damage, triggering a critical effect, or improving its accuracy.

Whether you choose an organic or droid commander, Separatist capital ships themselves are remarkably flexible and the Munificent-class Frigate is a prime example. On the one hand, it can act as an excellent Comms Frigate, especially if it is equipped with a Hyperwave Signal Boost that helps it stay in close contact with friendly squadrons.

Such a signal boost allows Separatist droid starfighters that rely on AI like the Vulture-class Droid Fighter to operate at peak efficiency during the Squadron phase. Rather than randomly seeking out targets, these ships can act as though they were activated by a squadron command and hunt down enemy fighter squadrons by adding an additional die to their attack pool. At the same time, unique versions of the Vulture-class Droid Fighter such as Haor Chall Protoypes are even more intelligent, anticipating and reacting to enemy movements with extra attacks.

While the Munificent-class Comms Frigate is coordinating starfighter squadrons, the Star Frigate variant has its own uses. The valuable Defensive Retrofit upgrade slot invites you to boost its durability in a variety of ways and two potential titles can make the Star Frigate even more hearty. Deploying the Tide of Progress XII gives you a ship that can repair itself on the fly by discarding a faceup damage card with the Ship trait before it is even dealt and resolved. Similarly, the Sa Nalaor can evade damage while it is moving at top speed.

In addition to their seemingly endless supply of droids, Separatist fleets can also leverage the expertise of organizations like the Techno Union to their advantage. In this regard, none are better at repairing a damaged ship than Wat Tambor , who provides you with a wealth of engineering points. This advantage becomes even more pronounced if your ships are filled with Battle Droid Reserves that can make your fleet the finest in the galaxy. Not only do these droids let you flip any number of damage cards with the Crew trait facedown, they also reduce the cost of discarding facedown damage cards by one, helping you get the most out of Wat Tambor. With their corporate overlords to oversee them, not even the Grand Army of the Republic can stand in the way of the Separatist Alliance's droid fleets.

Show Your Strength

Bringing down the Republic is no easy task, but the Separatist Alliance has the ships and droids to do it. Mass your fleets and strike at the heart of the Republic with the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter!

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Teaming Up

Published 9 November 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Teaming Up

Your First Look Inside the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter for Star Wars™: Armada

"I know if we work together, we will stay alive."
–Plo Koon, Star Wars™: The Clone Wars

War has shaken the peaceful Galactic Republic to its core. Pushed to the brink by the seemingly endless fleets of the Separatist Alliance, the Senate now relies on the Jedi Knights and legions of clone troopers to turn the tide. Together, these two groups man their own warships in the desperate fight for the fate of the galaxy.

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As Star Wars™: Armada enters the epic space battles of the Clone Wars, players will be able to mount their own defense of the Republic with the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter!

More than just adding new ships, this set introduces an entirely new faction to the game, giving you your first opportunity to assemble fleets of iconic Republic warships and fighter squadrons while experiencing everything the faction has to offer. To begin building your first fleets, you’ll find an Acclamator-class Assault Ship miniature and two Consular-class Cruiser miniatures as well as four squadrons of V-19 Torrent starfighters.

In addition to the miniatures, this Fleet Starter invites you to fine-tune your fleets down to the smallest detail. All three of the capital ships can be fielded in two variants depicted on six ship cards, giving you the freedom to choose the ship type that best fits your strategy. Meanwhile, two squadron cards let you choose between a generic group of V-19s and one led by the elite clone pilot “Axe”. Finally, Republic ships are remarkably customizable and you can use the 20 upgrade cards found here to outfit your ships with additional officers, weapons, and more.

Read on for first glimpse inside the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter!

A Greater Cause

The Republic may not be able to match the sheer numbers of Separatist fleets, but what it lacks in numbers, it more than makes up for in skill and experience. Unlike opposing Separatist ships manned by expendable droids, Republic warships are commanded and crewed by Jedi, clones, and other personnel from across the Republic all united to defend the cause. As a result, Republic fleets are characterized by a sense of cooperation and synergy between ships and their crews.

This sense of cooperation begins from the very top of the chain of command and this Fleet Starter lets you choose your fleet’s commander from two of the Clone Wars most iconic leaders. Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi knows that the Republic will need every last ship if it is to win the war. As such, he does his best to keep his fleets safe by allowing any friendly ship to reduce the total damage by one when it spends a readied Redirect token.

Alternatively, Bail Organa may not be a military leader, but he can still use his authority as a Senator to aid Republic fleets. He begins each game with a combination of Navigate and Repair tokens totaling five on his card and, when a friendly ship reveals a command, Organa can discard up to one token of each type to grant that ship an additional command dial matching the token’s type.

With these commanders leading the way, Republic ships have plenty of ways to support one another, beginning with the Acclamator-class Assault ship. With a well-rounded mix of speed and firepower focusing on a heavy front assault, this ship can take the lead of any Republic attack group. What’s more, each of its two variants brings its own strategies to the table.

Featuring two Offensive Retrofit upgrade slots, an Acclamator I-class Assault Ship can expand a fleet’s capabilities in many ways. If one outfits its V-19 Torrent Squadrons with Hyperspace Rings , for instance, there’s no need for these starfighters to wait in the ship’s hangar bay. Instead, they can Scout ahead and be placed outside of deployment zones and do not have to be placed at a distance 1–2 of a friendly ship. At the same time, they must be beyond distance 1–5 of enemy ships when placed, forcing them to choose the best approach into the fight.

The benefits are increased If the Acclamator leading them into battle happens to be the Nevoota Bee . This ship can use its squadron dials and tokens to help its starfighters Swarm opponents during their activation. At the same time, the Nevoota Bee can make squadrons that already have Swarm, such as the one led by “Axe,” even more dangerous by letting them reroll a die while attacking a ship.

While the Acclamator I-class focuses on offensive upgrades to expand its potential, the Acclamator II-class can rely on its own raw firepower. This version of the ship features an extra blue die in its forward arc, both improving its overall firepower and making it a bit stronger at medium range. Better yet, the ship is already well suited to return fire and can increase these capabilities by plugging some Reactive Gunnery into its Defensive Retrofit slot. If it does, it can then spend any readied defense token to resolve the Salvo effect instead.

No matter which Acclamator option you choose, both can be outfitted with weaponry and crew that enhance the ship’s inherent strengths and exhibit the Republic’s tendency toward cooperation. Adding some Swivel-Mount Batteries , for instance, allows the ship to boost a single hull zone with a die of any color from an adjacent hull zone’s attack pool.

The Acclamator may be the most powerful from its front hull zone, but Clone Captain Zak can further enhance a Swivel-Mount attack from the side or rear hull zones with yet another die. Finally, this attack can be made even better with the help of some Clone Gunners who can discard another friendly ship’s concentrate fire token to make the attack even more accurate.

The offensive synergy between Republic fleets is evident, but isn’t the only way they can support one another. If all else fails, ships like the Implacable are ready to sacrifice some of their own shields to reduce the amount of damage a friendly ship or squadron takes. Altogether, Republic fleets band together to fight for the greater cause.

Join Forces

With the Jedi in command and clones following their lead, the Republic's fleets must come together as one if they hope to stave off the Separatist menace. Bring your forces together in a fleet totally your own with the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter!

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Protect the Republic

Published 31 July 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Protect the Republic

Announcing Two Galactic Republic Expansions for Star Wars: Armada

"The shroud of the dark side has fallen. Begun, the clone war has."
–Yoda, Star Wars™: Attack of the Clones

War! The threat of the Separatist Alliance is spreading, leaving plundered worlds and petty tyrants in its wake. To counter this menace, the Galactic Republic has mobilized its fleets, meeting the Separatists in epic clashes among the stars. Guided by the ideals of the Republic, the ancient Jedi Order and legions of clone troopers manning these ships fight to bring a swift end to the chaos of the Clone Wars and restore peace to the galaxy.

Pre-order your own copies of these Galactic Republic Star Wars: Armada expansions at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

Soon, you will be able to take up the mantle of the Galactic Republic as the tactical fleet combat of Star Wars™: Armada enters a new era of the Star Wars saga. Fantasy Flight Games is happy to announce the first Galactic Republic expansions for Star Wars: Armada:

Featuring three highly-detailed, pre-painted capital ships, two commanders, and 12 starfighter squadrons between them, these expansions include everything you need to begin building your Galactic Republic fleet and play out the battles that will decide the fate of the Star Wars galaxy. Additionally, players will also find all the essential components needed for one player to learn the game, making this the perfect entry point for new players or veterans looking to experiment with new ships.

Read on for more information on adding the Galactic Republic to your Star Wars: Armada collection!

Galactic Republic Fleet Starter

As great armadas clash in battles across many systems, the final fate of the Galactic Republic will be decided by massive capital ships and the vast number of starfighters they unleash. Legendary Jedi Knights led these fleets and their elite clone forces against the Separatist menace. The Galactic Republic Fleet Starter is your entry point to the epic space battles of the Clone Wars.

This set lays the foundation for your Republic fleets by putting you in command of a mighty Acclamator-class Assault ship and two powerful Consular-class Cruiser miniatures. Each of these ships can be deployed in one of two variants, giving you the freedom to fine-tune your fleet’s firepower. Though these ships are often outnumbered by seemingly endless Separatist fleets crewed by battle droids, they are never outmatched. Twenty upgrade cards see champions of the Republic like Bail Organa step forward to boost your fleets while the crews of ships like the Implacable are ready to sacrifice themselves for others.

Meanwhile, four squadrons of brave clone troopers launch into battle in the V-19 Torrent, ready to defend the fleet from swarms of Separatist droid fighters. Ideal light escorts, two squadron cards give you the freedom field a generic squad of V-19s or use the skills of elite Blue Squadron pilot “Axe.”

No matter how you decide to outfit your fleet, the Galactic Republic Fleet Starter is an excellent place to begin your Star Wars: Armada journey. You’ll find all the components necessary to begin playing within this set, including nine attack dice, 10 command dials, eight speed dials, 12 objective cards, six obstacle tokens, a range ruler, and a maneuver tool.

We’ll take a closer look at everything in this expansion in a future preview!

Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack

With the fate of the Republic hanging in the balance, Jedi and clones alike do more than just crew capital ships in the large-scale space battles of the Clone Wars. They also take to a variety of starfighters to counter the Separatist threat and the Republic Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack brings the power of the Republic Navy’s redoubtable starfighter corps to Star Wars: Armada, giving you access to skillful Jedi and elite clone pilots that expand your fighter squadron options.

This pack includes everything you need to add eight more fighter squadrons to your fleet, including seven elite pilots. Devastate your opponent’s squadrons with the speed and power of the Delta-7 Aethersprite, bombard their capital ships with BTL-B Y-wings, control the battlefield with heavy ARC-170 Starfighters, and escort your own forces with versatile V-19 Torrents.

In addition to two squadrons of each type of fighter, you’ll also find everything you need to use them in battle in this expansion, including 10 squadron disks, eight activation sliders, and 11 squadron cards.

We’ll take a closer look at all of the ships in this expansion in a future preview!

Fly for Freedom

With the galaxy engulfed in conflict, Jedi and clone crew massive warships and take to the stars to defend the Republic. Assemble your fleet, issue your commands, and enter the epic space battles of the Clone Wars!

The Clone Wars come to Star Wars: Armada in the fourth quarter of 2020. Pre-order your copies of these expansions at your local retailer or online through our webstore—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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Conquer the Galaxy

Published 31 July 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Conquer the Galaxy

Announcing Two Separatist Alliance Expansions for Star Wars: Armada

"I smell fear, and it smells good."
–Admiral Trench, Star Wars™: The Clone Wars

Turmoil is spreading across the Star Wars™ galaxy. Commanded by the sinister Count Dooku, the Separatist Alliance has drawn numerous worlds into open insurrection against the Galactic Republic. Massive Separatist fleets crewed by battle droids and commanded by nefarious corporate leaders move from the Outer Rim to the Core Worlds, launching fresh assaults after each one the Republic thwarts. As the Separatists bring the full weight of their armada to bear, it could bring the Republic crashing down at any moment.

Pre-order your own copy of these Separatist Alliance expansions for Star Wars: Armada at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

Soon, you’ll be able to assume command of these fleets and experience the tactical fleet combat of a whole new era. Fantasy Flight Games is proud to announce the first Separatist Alliance expansions for Star Wars™: Armada:

With three highly-detailed, pre-painted capital ships, two commanders, and 12 starfighter squadrons between them, these expansions form the foundations for your Separatist fleet and invite you to begin your quest to dominate the galaxy. What’s more, you’ll also find all essential components needed for one player to begin playing Armada, making this the perfect entry point for new players or veterans looking to explore a new faction alike.

Read on for more information about adding the Separatist Alliance to your Star Wars: Armada collection!

Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter

The Separatist Alliance enters Star Wars: Armada prepared for war. Backed by corporate entities like the Trade Federation and Techno Union, its powerful warships and vast reserves of droid forces pose a threat to even the wisest Jedi Knights and their crews of clone troopers. As you begin your campaign to overthrow the Republic, the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter is the ideal entry point to the battles of the Clone Wars.

Within this set, you’ll find everything you need to begin building your own massive Separatist fleet, including a Munificent-class Frigate and two Hardcell-class Transport miniatures. Six ship cards give you the power to fine-tune your fleet by deploying them in one of two variants while twenty upgrade cards invite you to further customize your ships with additional officers, weapons, titles, and more. Add a cunning T-Series Tactical Droid to boost your ship’s performance or take command of ships like the Tide of Progress XII and shrug off some incoming damage.

But no fleet is complete without starfighters and the Separatist Alliance prefers to overwhelm their opponents with countless swarms of Vulture-class Droid Fighters. This expansion puts four of these squadrons at your disposal, and you’re free to use the standard model or dispatch the upgraded Haor Chall Prototypes to complete your objectives.

Whatever ships and squadrons you choose to deploy, the Separatist Alliance Fleet Starter does more than just introduce the Separatist Alliance as a new faction. It also contains all of the components necessary to learn and play the game, including nine attack dice, 10 command dials, eight speed dials, 12 objective cards, six obstacle tokens, a range ruler, and a maneuver tool.

We’ll take a closer look at everything in this expansion in a future preview!

Separatist Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack

With the vast resources at its disposal, the Separatist Alliance fields a deadly array of advanced starfighters in its campaign against the Republic. The sinister power of these starfighters is at your command with the Separatist Alliance Fighter Squadrons Expansion Pack. Overrun your opponents with Vulture Droids, Hyena Bombers, and Droid Tri-Fighters while your Belbullab-22 Starfighters strike at your enemies with impunity from behind screens of disposable droids.

This pack contains everything you need to add eight more fighter squadrons—two of each type—to your Separatist fleets, including six elite pilots. On top of these squadrons and their cards, you’ll find everything you need to incorporate them into your fleets, including 10 squadron disks, eight activation sliders, and 10 squadron cards.

We’ll take a closer look at everything in this expansion in a future preview!

Smash the Republic

With the technological might of the Separatist Alliance at your disposal, nothing can stand between you and your conquest of the galaxy. Assemble your fleet and jump into the epic space battles of the Clone Wars!

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Fleet Essentials

Published 31 July 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Fleet Essentials

Announcing Two Accessory Packs for Star Wars: Armada

"Proceed with the countdown."
–Admiral Ackbar, Star Wars™: Return of the Jedi

In the epic space battles of Star Wars™: Armada, no two fleets are the same. Not only do you have the power to hand pick the ships under your command, you’re also invited to outfit your ships with a range of upgrades. From assigning iconic commanders and officers to lead your fleets to outfitting your ships with additional weapons and ordnance, you’re free to fine tune your fleets down to the last detail.

Pre-order your own copy of these Star Wars: Armada expansions at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

Even the best admirals rely on these tools to claim victory and, with Armada entering the Clone Wars, you’ll soon have access to everything you need to dominate the galaxy. Fantasy Flight Games is excited to announce two expansions for Star Wars: Armada:

Upgrade Card Collection
Dial Pack

Bringing together a hangar bay of 290 essential upgrades in a new standard-sized card format, the Upgrade Card Collection gives you the flexibility to immediately start assembling the perfect fleet. Meanwhile, the Dial Pack allows you to further expand your fleets with 10 additional command dials and seven additional speed dials.

Whether you’re comfortable commanding a fleet of Imperial-class Star Destroyers or are just entering the game with a Fleet Starter, these packs give you more power than ever to assemble the Star Wars fleet that you've always wanted to command.

Upgrade Card Collection

Customization is at the heart of Star Wars: Armada. Since the game was launched, players have been free to unlock new tactical possibilities by equipping their ships with upgrade cards. From there, ship expansions have brought additional upgrade options with them, broadening game’s already epic scope.

The Upgrade Card Collection conveniently puts the entire library of all upgrades previously printed as mini cards at your fingertips in a new standard-sized card format. Additionally, it contains duplicates of many essential upgrades such Engine Techs and XI7 Turbolasers to ensure list-building flexibility. All of these cards are also printed with updated icons to bring them in line with new rules introduced in the upcoming Clone Wars expansions.

Beyond upgrade cards, you'll also find a handful of necessary tokens in this expansion, including six proximity mine tokens, eight raid tokens, and two focus/chaff tokens, ensuring that you have everything you need to bring your fleets to life. No matter if you represent the Galactic Republic, Separatist Alliance, Galactic Empire, or the Rebel Alliance, these cards help unlock the full potential of your fleets while giving you the chance to experiment with new strategies.

Dials Pack

As your Armada collection grows, you can ensure you have it running at maximum efficiency with the Dials Pack. Not only does this pack include 10 command dials and seven speed dials that allow you to grow your fleet, it also includes additional copies of essential tokens, giving you access to these necessary components.

Rebel or Imperial, Republic or Separatist, whatever type of fleet you command, make sure you have everything you need to keep your fleet up and running with the Star Wars: Armada Dials Pack!

Prepare for Battle

Star Wars: Armada is expanding into a whole new era of the Star Wars saga. As you begin to build new fleets, make sure you have every tool available to you with these expansions!

Look for these Star Wars: Armada expansions at your local retailer in the fourth quarter of 2020. Pre-order your copies of these expansions at your local retailer or online through our webstore—with free shipping in the continental United States—today!

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Watch Our Gen Con Livestreams

Published 22 July 2020 | KeyForge

Watch Our Gen Con Livestreams

The In-Flight Report and Deep Dives into New Announcements

For Gen Con this year, we can’t gather in person in Indianapolis, but that doesn’t mean we have any less to show off. Gen Con always brings the opportunity to show off our newest upcoming games in the In-Flight Report, and this year, we’re bringing the In-Flight Report to you, no matter where you live in the world!

Our Gen Con programming kicks off with the In-Flight Report, broadcasting live on our Twitch channel on July 29, 2020 at 7:00 PM Central Time! Even if you can’t watch the show live, you’ll find it archived on our YouTube channel immediately after the show ends.

If you’ve watched the In-Flight Report in previous years, you know what to expect! We’ll be presenting our most exciting announcements and showing off a whole host of new products. You can look forward to getting a first look at some brand-new product lines, as well as what’s coming next for existing lines like Marvel Champions: The Card Game, Star Wars™: Legion, KeyForge, Star Wars™: Armada, and much, much more!

The next day, we start our individual livestreams with Marvel Champions: The Card Game! We’re announcing plenty of new Marvel Champions expansions during the In-Flight Report, and during this stream we’re sitting down with designers Michael Boggs and Caleb Grace to show off some new cards and answer your questions!

Then, in the afternoon of July 30, tune in for our conversations about Star Wars™: X-Wing! We’ll have plenty of new content to reveal there, as well as talking about the Hyperspace format.

You can come back for more Star Wars miniatures content on Friday morning, as we turn our attention to Star Wars: Armada. You’ve known the Clone Wars are coming to Star Wars: Armada for a long time, and during the In-Flight Report, you’ll get your first real look at what to expect. Watch our stream for a preview of Clone Wars content and rules!

On Friday afternoon, we have an unboxing of a very special product! There’s so much to share, but we can’t reveal exactly what this product is yet—you’ll just have to watch the In-Flight Report, and check our schedule after the broadcast to see what we’ll be unboxing here.

It should come as little surprise for fans of KeyForge that the game’s fifth set will be announced during the In-Flight Report. Come join developer Aaron Haltom on the morning of August 1 to watch some gameplay, share a brand-new type of deck that we’re making available through print-and-play, and ask your questions about the next KeyForge set!

The afternoon of August 1 sees a return to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: Legion. Here, we’ll once again feature reveals of new content, as well as a discussion of the highly detailed sculpts that bring your armies to life on the tabletop.

Sunday marks our final day of Gen Con streams, but there’s still a lot for us to share with everyone watching! In the morning, we’ll be playing another game that has not yet been revealed—come and join us to learn how the game works in practice. You can check our schedule after the In-Flight Report to find out what game we’ll be playing here.

We close out our Gen Con streams with an Arkham Horror double-feature! First, we’ll be sharing some gameplay from the upcoming Under Dark Waves expansion, playing with expansion designer Phil Henry to explore just what you’ll find waiting for you in Innsmouth and Kingsport. Then, we turn to Arkham Horror: The Card Game, joining Matt Newman and Jeremy Zwirn to work with the community to create a brand-new card for the Arkham Horror LCG!

Even though we can’t meet you face-to-face, we could not be more excited to share our Gen Con programming with you and hear from you in the chat. We hope to see you watching live on our Twitch channel, and you can always catch the videos after the stream on our YouTube!

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Deploy the Fleet

Published 2 March 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Deploy the Fleet

A New Star Wars: Armada FAQ is Now Available

Hello Armada fans! We realize it's been a wait, but our first FAQ update in nearly two years is here! Several major products have debuted in that time, and this FAQ covers essential questions and errata about them, including the Super Star Destroyer, Corellian Conflict campaign expansion and Onager-class Star Destroyer.

Errata

The most important card errata are the changes to Admiral Raddus that were originally published in January on the Armada Forum's Official Rulings thread. These changes restrict Admiral Raddus' effect to being resolved on a ship with a command value 3 or less and also make Admiral Raddus' flagship the focus for deploying the set-aside ship. These changes have been planned to balance Raddus' effect with the arrival of the Starhawk-class Battleship, which packs more firepower into a single ship than anything the Rebels had before. The change to this card's deployment rule is meant to provide more counterplay to Raddus' opponents.

We have also updated the Hyperspace Migration objective from Rebellion in the Rim to clarify its End of Round rules. While playing this objective, a ship can at most score every other round, and players move each purrgil after checking all ships' token status.

In addition to these changes, we have updated the extreme range rules introduced with the Onager-class Star Destroyer. This change increases the evade token's effect at extreme range and was omitted from the published version.

There are several errata for Rebellion in the Rim's campaign guide. These updates clarify exogorth obstacle attacks, Task Force battle setup, and pivotal battle interaction with objectives.

Finally, we have updated the deployment rules for the Super Star Destroyer to make it clearer how this huge ship interacts with its player's deployment zone.

FAQ

We've received many player questions about the new content and have expanded this section. These include general questions about command interaction with raid tokens and other effects. Some existing questions have also been updated to reflect rules errata, new content, or to give clearer answers.

We've also added a new Rebellion in the Rim section to cover essential questions, especially about the new obstacles introduced in the campaign.

Card Clarifications

With so many new cards added to the game, this section has grown the most. We've added clarifications for many objectives from Rebellion in the Rim but also older objectives introduced in The Corellian Conflict. These cover many unique situations created by these objectives' effects, new obstacles, and huge ships.

Our most important new squadron clarification covers the interaction between IG-88B's ability and the escort keyword.

Finally, there a lot of upgrade clarifications! Several cover new cards, such as Commander Beck and Linked Turbolasers. Others cover new interactions between older cards, such as delayed timing cards that are discarded by effects like Darth Vader's boarding team card. We have also expanded Chimaera and Grand Admiral Thrawn's clarifications to cover interactions with Rebellion in the Rim content and the Super Star Destroyer.

We hope these updates answer some important tournament questions as we head into Worlds 2020, as well as helping players have a smoother campaign play experience. Thanks for the wait!

Download the Star Wars: Armada FAQ now to read the entire update! As always, game rules, tournament regulations, and other support materials for Star Wars: Armada can be found on our Star Wars: Armada page.

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Available Now – January 31

Published 31 January 2020 | Star Wars: Armada

Available Now – January 31

New Star Wars Products Are Available Now

Take a look at the latest products from Fantasy Flight Games, now available at your local retailer!

Luke Skywalker Operative Expansion

One of the Rebellion's most enduring heroes, Luke Skywalker has sparked hope across the galaxy. As the first new Jedi Knight in a generation, he helped bring the Empire to its knees and began the process of restoring peace and justice to planets that had only known oppression.

The Luke Skywalker Operative Expansion for Star Wars™: Legion gives you the chance to bolster your Rebel armies with a powerful Jedi Knight. Here, you’ll find one unpainted, finely sculpted miniature depicting Luke Skywalker as he appeared in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Meanwhile, three command cards that can be used alongside the Luke Skywalker command cards from the Star Wars: Legion Core Set give you the freedom to shape exactly how you make use of this powerful operative in battle. Finally, four upgrade cards invite you to further augment Luke Skywalker with additional Force powers and training.

Pick up your copy of the Luke Skywalker Operative Expansion (SWL56) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Darth Vader Operative Expansion

Feared by friend and foe alike, Darth Vader is the living embodiment of the Empire’s might. Before he could become one of the most fearsome field commanders in the galaxy, however, he honed his skills hunting Jedi to the far corners of the galaxy. Now he is ready to carry out the Emperor’s bidding by decimating the Rebel Alliance wherever it can be found.

In the Darth Vader Operative Expansion for Star Wars: Legion, you’ll find an unpainted, easily assembled Darth Vader miniature in a different pose from the one found in the Star Wars: Legion Core Set. This miniature is accompanied by three new Darth Vader command cards that can be used by both the operative and commander versions of the unit, letting you tailor your strategy to fit your needs. Rounding out this expansion are four upgrade cards that invite you to augment Darth Vader with even more Force powers or training.

Pick up your copy of the Darth Vader Operative Expansion (SWL57) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Imperial Bunker Battlefield Expansion

As outposts and data centers, Imperial bunkers play a pivotal role in securing the Empire's reign over the galaxy. Found on Imperial-controlled planets such as Scarif and the forest moon of Endor, these bunkers keep safe some of the Empire's most vital military secrets and command centers. Whether protecting what lies within, or fighting to extract vital information, any battle fought over a bunker could stand as a turning point in the war.

This Battlefield Expansion contains one unpainted, finely sculpted Imperial Bunker miniature and six modular computer terminal miniature miniatures that can enhance any Star Wars: Legion battlefield. Alternatively, six new battle cards make this miniature the centerpiece of an exciting, two-act scenario that sees both sides battling for the bunker.

Pick up your copy of the Imperial Bunker Battlefield Expansion (SWL58) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Crashed Escape Pod Battlefield Expansion

R2-D2 and C-3PO set the entire Star Wars saga into motion when they crash landed on Tatooine, and the Crashed Escape Pod Battlefield Expansion invites you to play our the early stages of their desperate mission in your games of Star Wars: Legion.

This expansion contains one finely sculpted crashed escape pod miniature, one C-3PO miniature, and one R2-D2 miniature, along with new battle, unit, upgrade, and command cards. The crashed escape pod miniature can be used as a terrain piece to enhance your battlefield or fought over as part of a unique scenario using the battle cards. Meanwhile, the C-3PO and R2-D2 miniatures can be used as either scenario objectives or fielded as a Rebel Alliance or Galactic Republic unit.

Pick up your copy of the Crashed Escape Pod Battlefield Expansion (SWL43) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Phase I Clone Troopers Upgrade Expansion

The Galactic Republic’s Phase I Clone Troopers are always armed with state-of-the-art equipment. For most clone troopers, this means carrying the powerful and versatile DC-15A blaster rifle, but a select few Phase I Troopers are trained in the use of even more weapons, ensuring the Grand Army of the Republic is prepared for any situation.

The Phase I Clone Troopers Upgrade Expansion for Star Wars: Legion contains four unpainted, finely sculpted soft plastic Phase I Clone Trooper miniatures, different from those found in the Clone Wars Core Set or the Phase I Clone Troopers Unit Expansion, to enhance your existing Phase I Clone Trooper units or to form one corps unit, along with new personnel and heavy weapon upgrade options.

Pick up your copy of the Phase I Clone Troopers Upgrade Expansion (SWL55) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

B1 Battle Droids Upgrade Expansion

The Separatist Alliance’s B1 Battle Droids are manufactured to attack in massive numbers and wear down enemy forces through raw attrition alone. But that does not mean they don't have other purposes to serve as the Separatists seek to overthrow the Galactic Republic. Other series of battle droids perform a variety of tasks for the Separatist military and a select few droids are outfitted with different weapons that give them unique capabilities.

The B1 Battle Droids Upgrade Expansion for Star Wars: Legion contains four unpainted, finely sculpted B1 Battle Droids different from those found in the Clone Wars Core Set or the B1 Battle Droids Unit Expansion. These miniatures arrive on frames, giving you freedom to customize their appearance. On the battlefield, these miniatures can become the basis for a new unit of B1 Battle Droids, or you can use the new heavy weapon and personnel upgrade cards options they bring to enhance your existing units.

Pick up your copy of the B1 Battle Droids Upgrade Expansion (SWL54) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Rebel Troopers Upgrade Expansion

The Rebellion is made up of beings from countless worlds, all standing united in opposition to the tyranny of the Empire. No matter what world they hail from, every Rebel trooper dedicates their life to fighting on the front lines for the cause of the Rebellion. Now, you can add even more diversity to your Rebel ranks with the new miniatures and upgrades found in the Rebel Troopers Upgrade Expansion.

This expansion for Star Wars: Legion contains four unpainted, finely sculpted soft plastic Rebel Trooper miniatures different from those found in the Star Wars: Legion Core Set and the Rebel Troopers Unit Expansion, to enhance your existing Rebel Trooper units or to form one corps unit, along with new heavy weapon and personnel upgrade options.

Pick up your copy of the Rebel Troopers Upgrade Expansion (SWL53) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Imperial Stormtroopers Upgrade Expansion

A ubiquitous sight across the galaxy, white-armored stormtroopers strike fear into the hearts of all those who would oppose the Empire. Though their uniform armor and rigid tactics emphasize the crushing weight of Imperial might, Stormtroopers can be surprisingly flexible units that serve a multitude of roles in Imperial strike forces.

This expansion for Star Wars: Legion contains four unpainted and finely sculpted soft plastic Stormtrooper miniatures different from those found in the Star Wars: Legion Core Set and the Stormtroopers Unit Expansion, inviting you to enhance your existing Stormtrooper units or to form a corps unit of their own. Alongside these new miniatures, you'll also find new heavy weapon and personnel upgrade options to outfit your Stormtroopers for any situation.

Pick up your copy of the Imperial Stormtroopers Upgrade Expansion (SWL52) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Nadiri Starhawk Expansion Pack

The Starhawk-class Battleship was the first capital ship commissioned by the nascent New Republic Defense Fleet after the Battle of Endor. Assembled at the Nadiri Dockyards from the salvage of captured Star Destroyers, Concord served as the flagship for Commodore Kyrsta Agate during the capture of the infamous Kuat Drive Yards, while Amity and Unity joined her in time for the climactic Battle of Jakku. There, all three Starhawks bore the brunt of the battle to destroy the remnants of the Galactic Empire.

The Nadiri Starhawk Expansion Pack for Star Wars™: Armada provides your rebels with everything they need to add 1 Starhawk-class Battleship to your game, including 1 painted ship, 1 speed dial, 4 command dials, 2 ship cards, 15 upgrade cards, and a collection of assorted tokens.

Pick up your copy of the Nadiri Starhawk Expansion Pack (SWM32) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack

The Onager-class Star Destroyer is a specialized platform for some of the Empire’s most dangerous weaponry. The arrival of its ominous silhouette in orbit heralds a bombardment by massive particle cannons, or, more rarely, a devastating pulse from superheavy composite beam turbolasers. Its deployment in more sensitive Imperial operations can be neither confirmed nor denied.

The Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack for Star Wars™: Armada provides your imperial officers with everything you need to add 1 Onager-class Star Destroyer to your game, including 1 painted ship, 1 speed dial, 3 command dials, 2 ship cards, 15 upgrade cards, and a collection of assorted tokens.

Pick up your copy of the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack (SWM33) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Major Vonreg's TIE Expansion Pack

As the personal ship of the First Order elite ace Major Baron Elrik Vonreg, the Sienar-Jaemus Fleet Systems TIE/ba Baron Space Superiority Interceptor strikes fear in the hearts of even the most grizzled Resistance pilots. Major Vonreg personally guided the enhancement of proven designs, transforming the Empire's TIE/in Interceptor into the First Order's TIE/ba Interceptor, a one-of-a-kind precise and lethal craft.

Engineered with precision and lethality in mind, the TIE/ba interceptor has many ways to put pressure on your opponents. Whether you're using its prodigious speed, fine-tuned thrusters or missiles, a single skilled pilot can wreak havoc on squadrons unprepared to face them.

Within this expansion, you’ll find six pilots ready to fight for the First Order, as well as six upgrade cards to fine-tune your TIE/ba interceptor’s capabilities. Accompanying these are two Quick Build cards with pre-built combinations of pilots and upgrades to help you get flying right away.

Pick up your copy of the Major Vonreg's TIE Expansion Pack (SWZ62) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Fireball Expansion Pack

A labor of love to the crew of Jarek Yeager’s garage, the Fireball is a highly combustible, scratch-built racing ship. Flown by undercover Resistance operative Kazuda Xiono, this explosion with wings is able to push the limit around the course before living up to its name. Lightly armed but lightning fast, the Fireball can careen around the battlefield, gaining a superior position on almost any enemy.

Already an explosively fast racing machine, the Fireball is also highly customizable, giving you the chance to make your own modifications that fit your personal style.

This expansion features a beautifully detailed, pre-painted Fireball miniature that can bring its incredible speed to your Resistance squadrons. In addition to this miniature, you'll also find four ship cards representing the brave pilots willing to fly this explosion with wings. Finally, seven upgrade cards invite you to add your own improvements to the ship while two Quick Build cards offer useful pre-defined combinations of pilots and upgrades to get your ship into the battle.

Pick up your copy of the Fireball Expansion Pack (SWZ63) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Hound's Tooth Expansion Pack

The reptilian bounty hunter Bossk is as tenacious as he is notorious, pursuing his targets doggedly in his customized YV-666 light freighter, the Hound’s Tooth, or launching his Z-95-AF4 Headhunter to engage other starfighters up-close and personal. Beside Bossk, the YV-666’s spacious triple-decker design makes it popular with bounty hunters of all stripes, who often retrofit an entire deck for prisoner transport.

Now, the infamous Hound's Tooth can be a part of your Scum and Villainy squadrons, giving you a contingency plan if a battle turns in your opponent’s favor. Any pilot can escape via the Nashtah Pup, but Bossk himself can partner with whoever pilots the Hound’s Tooth to track down a target together.

The Hound’s Tooth Expansion Pack contains everything you need to start your own bounty hunting career, including a YV-666 light freighter miniature and a Z-95-AF4 Headhunter miniature painted in the striking Nashtah Pup scheme. Joining these miniatures are six ship cards—four for the YV-666 and two for the Z-95-AF4 Headhunter—and fourteen upgrade cards. Finally, three Quick Build Cards give you even more options for deploying your YV-666.

Pick up your copy of the Hound's Tooth Expansion Pack (SWZ58) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

TIE/in Interceptor Expansion Pack

With incredible engine output, a lightweight frame, and precise thrusters for close maneuvering, the TIE/in interceptor is a vessel for the most elite Imperial aces. Only those with nerves of steel can ride the knife’s edge to draw out this craft’s full potential. This includes the ship’s four wing-mounted laser cannons, a dramatic increase in firepower over its predecessors.

Not only is the TIE/in interceptor the craft of choice of the Empire’s elite Saber Squadron, this fighter group is led by the legendary Soontir Fel, one of the best starfighter pilots in the galaxy. Taking full advantage of the ship’s maneuverability, Fel is the bane of Rebel squadrons across the galaxy.

The TIE/in Interceptor Expansion Pack gives you the chance to put Soontir Fel and three other pilots at the controls of this swift and deadly craft. Joining them are five upgrade cards that give these elite pilots even more advantages in the thick of a space battle. Finally, two Quick Build cards provide useful combinations of pilots and upgrades, allowing you to test all of the TIE/in interceptor’s capabilities.

Pick up your copy of the TIE/in Interceptor Expansion Pack (SWZ59) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

TIE/D Defender Expansion Pack

A fighter so powerful and advanced that Phoenix Squadron feared its mass production could make the Imperial Navy unbeatable, the TIE/D defender features powerful shields, speed and maneuverability, and a suite of potent weapons including missiles and cannons. In the right ace’s hands, the TIE/D defender can bring down nearly any target.

As a departure from the design of most Imperial starfighters, the Defender opens a wide range of possibilities for Imperial squadrons. Rather than rely on large numbers of small fighters, this ship gives the Empire an option that can match more powerful Rebel fighters. The TIE/D defender is also highly customizable, and adding a variety of systems and weapons can give it the edge in battle.

Within the TIE/D Defender Expansion Pack, you’ll find everything you need to bulk up your Imperial squadrons, including a TIE/D defender miniature, five ship cards, and four upgrade cards that invite you to outfit your ship with new systems, missiles, and cannons. Meanwhile, two Quick Build cards provide exciting combinations of pilots and upgrades, inviting you to see everything the ship can do.

Pick up your copy of the TIE/D Defender Expansion Pack (SWZ60) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

RZ-1 A-Wing Expansion Pack

The favored craft of Rebel aces who value precision handling, the RZ-1 A-wing can fit through narrow gaps between obstacles or fly circles around enemy craft. What these nimble interceptors lack in durability, they more than make up for in speed and maneuverability.

The RZ-1 proved its worth by crippling Star Destroyers during the Battle of Endor, and it now adds its deadly speed to Rebel squadrons across the galaxy. Skilled pilots make the most of the RZ-1’s capabilities, turning the ship’s maneuverability into an offensive asset.

The RZ-1 A-Wing Expansion Pack includes everything you need to add one of these speedy ships to your Rebel Alliance squadrons. An RZ-1 A-wing miniature painted in the colors of Phoenix Squadron is accompanied by four ship cards representing the Rebel pilots willing to take on the challenge of flying this craft. You can improve these pilots’ capabilities in battle with five upgrade cards of your choosing, or you can take the recommendations of two Quick Build cards for even more ways to use your RZ-1 A-wing.

Pick up your copy of the RZ-1 A-Wing Expansion Pack (SWZ61) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Never Tell Me the Odds Obstacles Pack

In the vast depths of space, one can find countless wonders—comets with icy trails, nebulas filled with ionizing gas, or even living creatures, like mynocks, hiding within wreckage.

The Never Tell Me the Odds Obstacles Packs collects every Star Wars™: X-Wing obstacle in one convenient package. In addition to adding nine asteroids, three debris fields, and three gas clouds to your collection, this pack also contains six environment cards that reflect the strange and terrifying places a space battle could take place.

Each environment card changes the placement or rules around obstacles, adding even more variety to your games. Now you can take your battles to an asteroid shower or find yourself battling amongst the recent wreckage of a ship. Enter a new environment and prove your skill!

Pick up your copy of the Never Tell Me the Odds Obstacles Pack (SWZ64) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Fully Loaded Devices Pack

Set the timer and brace for detonation! The Fully Loaded Devices Pack collects numerous devices for X-Wing, giving you access to a vast arsenal of options for your squadrons. In addition to the upgrade cards and tokens for Proximity Mines, Conner Nets, Ion Bombs, and more, this devices pack contains six environment cards that use devices as part of setup.

With these cards, you can battle in deadly minefields, fly your shipsthrough star fields riddled with unexploded ordnance, or even maneuver to avoid continuous bombardments. From altering the way you set up your games to the way your battlefield evolves over the course of a game, these cards change the very fabric of your X-Wing games.

Outfit your ships with deadly devices from across the galaxy and test your skills in a variety of environments with the Fully Loaded Devices Pack!

Pick up your copy of the Fully Loaded Devices Pack (SWZ65) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

Hotshots and Aces Reinforcements Pack

A squadron is only as good as the pilots that make it up. From the Rebellion’s ragtag band of freedom fighters assembled from across the galaxy to TIE/fo pilots trained in space combat from childhood, every X-Wing faction has pilots that put their own spin on piloting the galaxy’s most iconic starfighters.

Now, with the Hotshots and Aces Reinforcements Pack, you can enhance your squadron options and launch new pilots into battle. This pack contains a variety of new pilots for numerous ships in the Rebel, Imperial, Scum, Resistance, and First Order factions, you can now add iconic characters like Leia Organa, Captain Phasma, and K-2SO to your squads.

Pick up your copy of the Hotshots and Aces Reinforcements Pack (SWZ66) at your local retailer today or online through our website here!

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2020 Spring World Championships

Published 10 December 2019 | Star Wars: Armada

2020 Spring World Championships

Details for the Upcoming Star Wars World Championships at AdeptiCon

“That lightsaber was Luke's. And his father's before him. And now, it calls to you.”
–Maz Kanata, Star Wars: The Force Awakens

War continues to spread across the galaxy, but the greatest battles have yet to come. Join the fight by taking part in the Star Wars™: Legion, Star Wars™: Armada, and Star Wars™: Imperial Assault World Championships! You can face off against the best competitors around at AdeptiCon 2020, the world's premiere wargaming convention, taking place in Schaumburg, Illinois from March 25–29.

World Championship events are the pinnacle of Organized Play, bringing players from countries around the world out for the thrill of competition, a spread of fantastic prizes, and the chance at becoming the next World Champion. With these three World Championships taking place at an epic convention that's the home of hundreds of events for thousands of attendees, you can join in on all of the excitement and an assortment of tabletop activities as you experience your favorite Star Wars™ game at its very highest level.

Registration for AdeptiCon closes on Friday, February 28, 2020 at 12:00 PM (CT), so be sure to get your badge before then! While these events will mostly consist of players who have earned invitations, both the Star Wars: Armada and Star Wars: Imperial Assault World Championships will both have Last Chance Qualifier events, which offer players without invitations one last chance to compete in a Star Wars World Championship! These qualifiers are first come, first served for all AdeptiCon attendees.

Each of these World Championships will be further detailed below, but for now, here is a quick look at these upcoming events.

Star Wars: Legion	Star Wars: Armada	Star Wars: Imperial Assault
March 26: Heat 1 March 27: Heat 2 March 28: Day 2 March 29: Semifinals/Finals	March 26: Qualifier March 27: Day 1 March 28: Day 2	March 26: Qualifier March 27: Day 1 March 28: Day 2

For players with invitations, you will need to claim your reserved seat by filling out this form by January 10. After submitting this form, you will later be sent an email from AdeptiCon that includes a private link for you to purchase your ticket for the event. The entry fee for each World Championship is $25. The entry fee of each Last Chance Qualifier is $25, but if you qualify, you do not have to pay an additional fee to participate in the main event. Players who are unable to qualify will still be able to participate in side events.

For more information about the upcoming World Championships, we first turn our focus to Star Wars: Legion.

Star Wars: Legion

The most capable armies of the Star Wars galaxy—Galactic Empire, Rebel Alliance, Galactic Republic, or Separatist—come to all-out warfare at the Star Wars: Legion World Championship! Unlike the other two Star Wars: World Championships at AdeptiCon, this event does not feature a Last Chance Qualifier, so if you'd like to participate in this World Championship, you'll have to qualify for it through other events like Rallypoint Qualifiers, Prime Championships, Grand Championships, and Continental Championships.

Fierce competition won't be the only draw for this World Championship, as a host of exclusive prizes await you along with fun side events, including a standalone tournament that uses the brand-new 500-point Skirmish format. As this format reduces the size of armies, commanders are invited to adapt their playstyles and come up with creative, new strategies. Stay tuned for more details on side events!

The Star Wars: Legion World Championship formally begins on Thursday, March 26, with the first Heat consisting of four Swiss-paired rounds. Players with a 3-1 record or better will advance to Day 2. The second Heat will take place on Friday, March 27, and will follow the same structure as the first Heat. Day 2 will consist of four rounds, where those who qualified in the two Heats will fight to make the Top 4 cut on Day 3.

Those four elite players will then battle it out in a final elimination bracket on Sunday to determine the new Star Wars: Legion World Champion! We'll have more detailed information about the Star Wars: Legion World Championship soon, as well as a preview of the prizes that you can win!

If you want to be a part of the action and participate in the Star Wars: Legion World Championship, make sure to register for AdeptiCon, and if you have an invitation, fill out this form by January 10. If you earn an invitation after that date, please contact us directly at OrganizedPlay@FantasyFlightGames.com so we can accommodate you.

With this event being invite-only, you can expect a highly competitive field that's certain to challenge your abilities as a seasoned commander. Cut through the fog of war and outmaneuver the opposing forces with your specialized army to seize victory!

Star Wars: Armada

The Star Wars: Armada World Championship kicks off on Thursday, March 26 with the Last Chance Qualifier event, offering up to 80 players one last chance to compete in the main event. After four Swiss rounds, a minimum of four players will qualify and advance to Day 1 of the main event. For those who don't qualify, you will still be able to play and participate in Star Wars: Armada side events, including an epic Team Battle side event. We'll have more to share soon on these side events!

The World Championship proper will begin on Friday, March 27. With a capacity of 80 players, only those who have earned their seats can take part in this spectacular series of space battles, on a scale like no other. Competitors will play four Swiss-paired rounds and the Top 8 players will advance to Day 2.

Only the most skilled and cunning fleet admirals will make it to the final engagement on Saturday, March 28. Here, the eight remaining players will play three Swiss-paired rounds to crown a new World Champion. We'll have more detailed information about the Star Wars: Armada World Championship soon, as well as a preview of the prizes that you can win!

If you are planning on participating at this World Championship, make sure to register for AdeptiCon, and if you have an invitation, fill out this form to secure your seat by January 10. If you earn an invitation after that date, please contact us directly at OrganizedPlay@FantasyFlightGames.com so we can accommodate you. Otherwise, you may attempt to earn your spot through the Last Chance Qualifier.

Whether you fly on behalf of the Imperial Navy or the Rebel Alliance, ensure your personal fleet is in tip-top shape, as your adversaries will unleash everything they have in order to defeat you!

Star Wars: Imperial Assault

Muster your greatest soldiers and seek out the ultimate mission objective: become the last Star Wars: Imperial Assault World Champion! Running alongside the Star Wars: Armada World Championship at AdeptiCon, the final Organized Play event for Star Wars: Imperial Assault serves as the grand finale for this spectacular game of combat and strategy.

Starting on Thursday, March 26, the tournament begins with the Last Chance Qualifier event, offering up to 80 players one last chance to participate in the World Championship. Consisting of six Swiss-paired rounds, at least four players will qualify and advance to Day 1 of the main event. Those who are unable to secure their seats may still play and participate in Star Wars: Imperial Assault side events. Stay tuned for more details!

Day 1 of the main event begins on Friday, March 27, with a capacity of 80 players with invitations or those who have earned their seats through the Last Chance Qualifier. All competitors will play six Swiss-paired rounds and those with a 4-2 record or better will advance to the Day 2 elimination rounds.

Those who advance on Saturday will play off in an elimination bracket until a new World Champion is crowned. If needed, byes will be granted to top seeds in order to generate a bracket. We'll have more detailed information about the Star Wars: Imperial Assault World Championship soon, including a preview of the prizes that you can win!

If you would like to take part in the final Star Wars: Imperial Assault World Championship, make sure to register for AdeptiCon, and if you have an invitation, fill out this form by January 10. If you earn an invitation after that date, please contact us directly at OrganizedPlay@FantasyFlightGames.com so we can accommodate you. Otherwise, you may attempt to earn your spot through the Last Chance Qualifier.

In the end, one player will triumph where all others fall short. Rally your forces and secure the title of World Champion!

Ready to Deploy

Whether in the deep reaches of space or on the battlefield of a distant planet, you can take part of the thrilling Star Wars action in March. Play your favorite game while facing off against some of the best players in the world! Don't miss out—make your plans to compete in one of these World Championships today and join the excitement of AdeptiCon!

Stand by as we'll have more information to share soon, including full schedules with additional tournament details, and a reveal of the awesome prizes!

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The Siege Breaker

Published 25 November 2019 | Star Wars: Armada

The Siege Breaker

Preview the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack for Star Wars: Armada

"You may fire when ready."
–Grand Moff Tarkin, Star Wars: A New Hope

Pre-order your own copy of the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack at your local retailer or online through our website with free shipping in the continental U.S. today!

The Death Star may be the most visible symbol of Imperial might, but it's not the only superweapon employed by the Galactic Empire. An even greater threat may be lurking in the shadows for those who stand in opposition to the Empire: the Onager-class Star Destroyer. Capable of leveling an enemy base from orbit or punching through an enemy cruiser with its heavy armament, this mysterious ship is a deadly addition to any fleet.

Soon, you’ll be able to harness the power of one of these specialized weapon platforms during your epic space battles with the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack for Star Wars™: Armada! Join us today as we take a closer look at the many ways this ship can help you use the Empire’s most dangerous weaponry.

Out of the Shadows

Unlike the ubiquitous Victory- and Imperial-class Star Destroyers found throughout the Imperial Navy, the Onager-class Star Destroyer is a rare sight, only emerging from its veil of secrecy for sensitive Imperial operations. Despite this, it’s easy to see what makes it such a threat. Outfitted with a special battery armament that accounts for over half the ship’s length, the Onager’s power is evident from the first moment it enters battle.

It should be no surprise, then, that strategies involving the Onager focus on using this armament to deadly effect through ignition attacks—a new form of attack that uses a pool of dice and a special firing arc not associated with a hull zone. While undoubtedly powerful, ignition attacks are all the more effective because they can target ships beyond long range.

The Onager-class Star Destroyer measures its ignition attack from its targeting token rather than the standard attack range, allowing it to attack the CR90 Corvette at extreme range!

The first step to performing an ignition attack occurs at the end of a ship’s activation, when it can place its targeting token within its special firing arc at close range. Then, at the beginning of its Attack step, the ship must perform an ignition attack against a ship in the special firing arc as its first attack of the activation. The dice for this attack are gathered from the special battery armament like normal, but the range for this attack is determined by measuring from the attacker’s targeting token rather than the ship itself.

Anchored by its special battery armament, the Onager-class Star Destroyer is a threat to virtually any enemy ship in play, and two ship cards let you add one to your fleet in two distinct configurations. The Onager is still being refined, of course, and you can always choose to deploy it in its experimental form as a way to test the ship’s great potential. For a more well-rounded capital ship, however, you can always field a full Onager-class Star Destroyer that supplements its special battery armament with additional firepower in its standard arcs and gives it more chances to coordinate with friendly squadrons.

Beyond selecting exactly what type of Onager-class Star Destroyer you want in your fleet, you can also enhance the ship’s special battery armament itself. For a default ignition attack, your ship must place its targeting token at close range. But this can be modified by equipping it with more potent weapons. Orbital Bombardment Particle Cannons for example, stretch this all the way to long range while also spreading the damage the attack inflicts to the ships and squadrons close to the defender. The attack from some Superheavy Composite Beam Turbolasers, meanwhile, is slightly more limited in range, but can tear through a ship, inflicting a damage for each red or blue critical effect icon in the pool.

Given the impact an Onager-class Star Destroyer can have on a battle, it should be no surprise that the personnel you can assign to the ship also work to enhance its ignition attacks. A commander like General Romodi benefits the entire fleet by increasing the firepower of friendly ships making an obstructed attack—of course, this is especially useful for the Onager and its extreme long-range attacks that can easily become obstructed by ships or obstacles. Similarly, Gunnery Chief Varnillian can boost an attack by constantly swapping in a die from her card, helping you pile on extra damage or gain another accuracy at a critical moment.

The forward firepower of an Onager-class Star Destroyer is the ship's defining characteristic and, as such, it is protected by heavy shielding. But this does leave your ship's side and rear arcs exposed to attack. Thanks to her groundbreaking work with shield generator design, Reeva Demense can help remedy this weakness. If she’s a part of your crew, you can ready one defense token after becoming the target of an attack so long as the defending hull zone has at least one shield remaining.

Although they are a relative rarity, several distinct Onager-class Star Destroyers saw service in the Galctic Civil War, and the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack lets you use the unique characteristics of three such ships. The Cataclysm, for instance, speeds up the process of making an ignition attack, letting you place its targeting token at the start of the ship phase at the cost of a concentrate fire token.

Similarly, the Sunder does more than simply bombard a ship with its powerful cannons—it can also use its blue or black critical effects to target and destroy a specific upgrade on an enemy ship. Finally, because the Onager-class Star Destroyer can attack from such extreme distances, you’ll most likely want to keep its speed low while turning it to acquire new targets. This is easier with the Rakehell, which can reposition and line up shots with its special battery armament without moving forward at all.

Intensify Forward Firepower

The Rebellion scored a major victory when it destroyed the Death Star, but the technology behind this massive superweapon endures. Shrouded in secrecy, the Onager-class Star Destroyer is stark reminder of the Empire's might!

Pre-order your copy of the Onager-class Star Destroyer Expansion Pack (SWM33) at your local retailer today or online through our website—with free shipping in the continental United States—here! These expansions will arrive at retailers in the fourth quarter of 2019.

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