U-Wing and HWK-290... A Perfect Pair?

[kempokid 868]

I'm thinking Jan and Cassian's abilities play off each other really well. Here is what I'm thinking:

U-Wing (100)

Cassian Andor (42) - U-Wing

Push The Limit (3), Sensor Jammer (4), Jyn Erso (2), Ezra Bridger (3), Pivot Wing (0), Stealth Device (3)

Jan Ors (40) - HWK-290

Twin Laser Turret (6), Kyle Katarn (3), Moldy Crow (3), Stealth Device (3)

Green Squadron Pilot (18) - A-Wing

Adrenaline Rush (1), Chardaan Refit (-2)

Jyn sends focus tokens to Jan, who stores them ip to use next round with the TLT. Jan gives Cassian an extra attack die and the added stress is removed off Jan at the start of activation.

What do y'all make of this kind of combo?

[Innese 2,394]

I like it, but Stealth Device on the U-Wing is such a hard sell for me. Even running at 2-base agility (With the title) and then having sensor jammer backup, I don't think its worth the points. You'd be better off with a hull upgrade since its a guaranteed 1 extra health, while SD could be lost in the first round/shot

[kempokid 868]

I like it, but Stealth Device on the U-Wing is such a hard sell for me. Even running at 2-base agility (With the title) and then having sensor jammer backup, I don't think its worth the points. You'd be better off with a hull upgrade since its a guaranteed 1 extra health, while SD could be lost in the first round/shot

Thanks! Valid point. The additional dice I thought would be nice since for Jyn to work you need to be in the line of fire. However, I see how the hull upgrade is a guaranteed thing and stealth isn't. Especially considering how easy it is to modify dice these days. I think I'll make the switch to increase hull.

[kempokid 868]

I like it, but Stealth Device on the U-Wing is such a hard sell for me. Even running at 2-base agility (With the title) and then having sensor jammer backup, I don't think its worth the points. You'd be better off with a hull upgrade since its a guaranteed 1 extra health, while SD could be lost in the first round/shot

Also, it seems like having the stealth device with the U-Wing expansion is more about the cross-sale with the TIE Striker. Put one on Countdown and he can negate all dice, take a damage, and keep the stealth device going.

[jmswood 2,705]

I flew Cassian and Jan with Sabine in the Attack Shuttle. (Shuttle Party!) Fun, but as with all HWK lists, not competitive.

[TerTer 74]

Stealth Device on 2 Agility ship is not impressive. I played last tournament against it, if you roll well your SD will remain there for some time and help you, but on average vs an ace you will lose the SD very soon and wasted points. But if you want to try it, try it. It might work for you and you will get the points out of it

[kempokid 868]

Stealth Device on 2 Agility ship is not impressive. I played last tournament against it, if you roll well your SD will remain there for some time and help you, but on average vs an ace you will lose the SD very soon and wasted points. But if you want to try it, try it. It might work for you and you will get the points out of it

Thanks! I've never used Stealth Device before, so I appreciate the warning. In retrospect, I can see how it's better intended to make a tough-to-hit target even more evasive. It's so easy to modify dice that you're right, a 2-agility ship will lose it pretty quickly, especially without an evade action. As the first comment suggested, I'll spend those points on a Hull Upgrade instead.

 

I should be playing a game tomorrow, and I may give this list a test run. I'll be sure to report back!

[4fox100 609]

I flew Cassian and Jan with Sabine in the Attack Shuttle. (Shuttle Party!) Fun, but as with all HWK lists, not competitive.

Unless you are Palob. But then again he is Scum, not Rebel

[Zorprime 122]

Predator is pretty good at getting hits to be consistent with TLT without requiring a precious action and being in range 2. Vectored Thrusters will help keep you in the 2-3 range I much prefer it to Stealth device.

You'll be flying two slow non maneuverable ships. I say play it & find out first hand...

[kempokid 868]

Predator is pretty good at getting hits to be consistent with TLT without requiring a precious action and being in range 2. Vectored Thrusters will help keep you in the 2-3 range I much prefer it to Stealth device.

You'll be flying two slow non maneuverable ships. I say play it & find out first hand...

Awesome, everyone. Based on feedback, here is an updated list. I like the idea of vectored thrusters, and Predator makes sense with TLT, but decided to keep a PS3 A-wing with an upgrade instead of the Prototype. My unlimited supply of focus tokens should be enough to make TLT land hits.

U-Wing- Copy (100)

Cassian Andor (42) - U-Wing

Push The Limit (3), Sensor Jammer (4), Jyn Erso (2), Ezra Bridger (3), Pivot Wing (0), Hull Upgrade (3)

Jan Ors (39) - HWK-290

Twin Laser Turret (6), Kyle Katarn (3), Moldy Crow (3), Vectored Thrusters (2)

Green Squadron Pilot (19) - A-Wing

Juke (2), Chardaan Refit (-2)

[jmswood 2,705]

I flew Cassian and Jan with Sabine in the Attack Shuttle. (Shuttle Party!) Fun, but as with all HWK lists, not competitive.

Unless you are Palob. But then again he is Scum, not Rebel

Of course I was generalizing. Torkil has seen some competitive victories in my area. I might have specified Rebel HWK lists, but there are exceptions. I'm personally looming forward to Roark Garnet and Captured TIE.