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Any Republic characters in this Epic set? We need something that's not Yoda or Mace. They're the obvious 1st and 2nd choices for Epics, but in Epic squads there are times when you almost want to go with a Tarentatek instead of the 'real' Republic Epics. If you go with Epic Mace, you may as well go with Critdu instead and save 75 points, unless you REALLY need that CE. With Yoda, oftentimes you want one of his smaller versions since he's easier to fit in at 500 points - even Clone Strike Yoda gets new life at 500 points.
That said, I have no idea who the perfect Republic Epic would be. Anakin and Obi-Wan would both have the same problems mentioned above (useful stuff on the cheaper versions) in addition to already having a bazillion renditions (across 2 factions!) each. Qui-Gon just got an upgrade in set 10. Cin Drallig is cool, but his mini already captures the character pretty well. No one else is significant enough to be an epic.
Maybe we could go with a super-expensive Captain Rex? :P
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Mando wrote:spryguy1981 wrote:There is an Epic III set but there's been little to no playtests for it so it's not gonna release for GenCon.
I'd like to get some playtesting in for Epic III, but with playtesting for Vset's taking place, it is hard to prioritize what needs to be tested first. I'll try and get some in soon. I encourage people to sign up for playtesting Epic III also as we don't have many signed up for it. I helped test a couple but I am free to help with more playtesting of the rest of the epic list if needed.
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CorellianComedian wrote:Any Republic characters in this Epic set? We need something that's not Yoda or Mace. They're the obvious 1st and 2nd choices for Epics, but in Epic squads there are times when you almost want to go with a Tarentatek instead of the 'real' Republic Epics. If you go with Epic Mace, you may as well go with Critdu instead and save 75 points, unless you REALLY need that CE. With Yoda, oftentimes you want one of his smaller versions since he's easier to fit in at 500 points - even Clone Strike Yoda gets new life at 500 points.
That said, I have no idea who the perfect Republic Epic would be. Anakin and Obi-Wan would both have the same problems mentioned above (useful stuff on the cheaper versions) in addition to already having a bazillion renditions (across 2 factions!) each. Qui-Gon just got an upgrade in set 10. Cin Drallig is cool, but his mini already captures the character pretty well. No one else is significant enough to be an epic.
Maybe we could go with a super-expensive Captain Rex? :P Also there are lots of cool options but to me the obvious choice is Master Skywalker the Chosen One.
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Hey guys, great conversation about Epics, but let's start a new thread to talk about Epic III.
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Here's what I am excited about playing - these pieces will be fun!
2. Old Republic Drop Pilot
3. Old Republic Veteran Trooper
8. Lost Tribe Isolationist
13. Yaddle, Jedi Master
21. Luke Skywalker, Red 5
23. Nightsister Shaman
27. Lando Calrissian, New Republic Liaison
28. Wraith Squadron Grenadier
30. Dengar on Swoop Bike
34. Ree-Yees
37. Zakarisz Ghent
38. Mandalorian Pilot
39. Mandalorian Squadron Leader
41. Apostle of the Undying Flame
45. Yuuzhan Vong Consul
2. Ezra Bridger, Padawan
5. Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
8. Count Denetrius Vidian
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and here's the pieces I think might make a big splash competitively:
4. Sylvar, Betrayed Jedi
7. Gloom Walker Infiltrator
16. NR-N99 Droid Enforcer - Tank Droid HUGE
19. Bria Tharen
20. Crimson Fury Pilot
29. Aves, Communications Officer
33. Nightsister Hunter
35. Ugor Droid Scrapper
43. Khalee Lah, Warrior Progeny
6. Sabine Wren
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TimmerB123 wrote: So what pieces are everyone most excited about?
Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker.
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I think Lando will be pretty cool - I'm interesting in trying him in a few different builds - I think Kyle Combat Instructor might be a feasible option with him.
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TimmerB123 wrote: So what pieces are everyone most excited about? Republic 9. Clone Commander Wolffe 10. Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker 11. Qui-Gon Jinn, Follower of the Living Force 12. Wolfpack Trooper 13. Yaddle, Jedi Master Excited for pretty much all of the Republic ones. Yaddle especially looks fun. I like groups of low-cost Uniques. Super excited to see Wolffe and the Wolfpack  . Separatists 16. NR-N99 Droid Enforcer - Tank Droid HUGE Rebel 19. Bria Tharen 21. Luke Skywalker, Red 5 Luke looks awesome, but I'm really excited to see Bria Tharen. I only discovered the character about three or four months ago, but I like the Red Hand Troopers, so I can't wait to see how they're boosted  Imperial 22. Lord Hethrir I really like the Reborn subfaction, and Hethrir looks like a cool addition. New Republic 25. Garm Bel Iblis, Ruthless Tactician Fringe 29. Aves, Communications Officer 30. Dengar on Swoop Bike 31. Gorman "Camper" Vandrayk Mandalorian 40. Tor Vizsla, Death Watch Founder And of course, I'm excited for the entire mini-set. That looks awesome 
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I'm most excited about the Lost Tribe Isolationist. That piece was one of "my" babies (with lots of input from the other designers, of course), and the playtesters seemed to really like what it brought to the faction. I'm excited to see what people come up with for that piece.
Otherwise, I'm really excited to build with the new Lando (everyone knows how I love pilots) and of course Camper. I think the Fringe builds are getting some really interesting stuff with this set, as well as some new good Lobot options.
In addition to all of the huge love, the Seps are getting some interesting support for living characters, which I personally really enjoy.
And of course the mini-set has lots of cool stuff. I'm interested to see what people think of Count Vidian, in particular.
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Have we seen any stats for Wolffe and the Wolfpack? I'm always excited for more clone subfactions. Love ARCs and Fox and his Guard Troopers from a few sets back
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The trooper's stats have not been spoiled...Commander Wolffe maybe soon...
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UrbanShmi wrote:The trooper's stats have not been spoiled...Commander Wolffe maybe soon... Foreshadowing of tonight SHNN? 
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Weeks wrote:TimmerB123 wrote: So what pieces are everyone most excited about?
Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker. shocker!
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atmsalad wrote:UrbanShmi wrote:The trooper's stats have not been spoiled...Commander Wolffe maybe soon... Foreshadowing of tonight SHNN? Getting previewed as we speak (along with the Domain Carr Warrior).
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what i think are cool
4. Sylvar, Betrayed Jedi
8. Lost Tribe Isolationist
13. Yaddle, Jedi Master
14. BX Commando Droid Infiltrator
15. Lok Durd
19. Bria Tharen
20. Crimson Fury Pilot
21. Luke Skywalker, Red 5
22. Lord Hethrir
28. Wraith Squadron Grenadier
33. Nightsister Hunter
36. Vornskr Alpha
3. Hera Syndulla
6. Sabine Wren
8. Count Denetrius Vidian
9. The Inquisitor, Jedi Hunter
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Thanks for posting the set list. I can't wait to receive/use/and enjoy the new set!
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nice,
.... so when the cards going to ship?
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They have shipped
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