adminsidious wrote:Sorry if this is a newb question, but when do new maps; like in this case, Crystal Caves of Illum, become legal or not? I know the figure does the moment it's released, but the same isn't true of the maps any more is it?
I just picked up the caves pack for Luminara Unduli, and I'm going to play on this map a little for fun, but I don't want to start gambit practicing on it yet.
Thanks!
It never has been true of the maps when it comes to DCI.
Now if you are just playing for kicks at the LGS or the house.... of course you are good to go.
But with DCI it has never been legal at release (for constructed).
I would say that you are going to be looking at a restricted (even more so than now ) map list next update. This is to stop the abuse of certain pieces in DCI. The idea behind the floor rules is to insure fair play. Not allowing maps that favor one type of squad is one of the ways that must be gauged for fair play.
While I know this may not be popular with some.... It must be in the interest of fair play. This year at Gencon played out to be exactly what most people thought it would be based on the map list. What was weird though is on the Teth map many people had the wrong idea about which side was the good one.
Anyways look for your update to come out in January.