In the past few months, we have seen several blog posts going back to the same old question: What is an ace*? I started writing this piece back in 2019, last touched it in August 2020, and felt it might now be time to finish and post it. First, I want to compile some answers, … Continue reading The definition of an ace*
Tag: very basics
Fundamentals: Swarms, and how to change formation
Just saw that on the Gold Squadron Podcast Stream during the Atlanta System Open. A player with a TIE swarm of 6 TIEs. He had the wrong formation as he was moving with a 3x2 but had to turn by 90°. He did something with banks, and it arguably cost him the game due to … Continue reading Fundamentals: Swarms, and how to change formation
The Very Basics 2: Single, Small Ship Maneuvers
Once you know about the general dimensions of the board and ships, you should learn about the maneuvers. They are the core element of the game. Some people are better at estimating positions from their professions, years of other tabletop games or other reasons. Others practice a lot - which is possible and really helps. … Continue reading The Very Basics 2: Single, Small Ship Maneuvers
The Very Basics 1: Dimensions of the Board, Range Ruler and Ships
Casual and competitive X-Wing are usually played on a square 3’ x 3’ game mat. The background pictures vary, from the stars in outer space to iconic places like the Death Star, Bespin, Hoth or Starkiller base – there are several official mats. Some prefer to play on other surfaces. But they all have one … Continue reading The Very Basics 1: Dimensions of the Board, Range Ruler and Ships
