23: Tiers or Tears

Summary: In this episode, the hosts discuss pre-release events for Star Wars Unlimited and share their experiences and expectations. They talk about the contents of the pre-release kit and the deck building process. The hosts also encourage listeners to share pictures and stories from their pre-release events. Finally, they engage in a tier list game, where they place leaders from the game into different tiers based on their perceived strength and playability. The conversation methodically reviewed the strengths and weaknesses of each leader in Star Wars:Unlimited. The leaders were categorized into different tiers based on their abilities and versatility. Darth Vader, Palpatine, Boba Fett, and Sabine were considered top-tier leaders due to their strong decks and abilities. Leaders like Jyn Erso, IG-88, and Krennic were placed in lower tiers due to their limited effectiveness. The conversation also provided advice for transitioning from casual play to a more competitive environment, including reaching out to local stores, joining community groups, and studying deck-building strategies. In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming Space Arena Ground Arena Season 1 and the extension of signups. They also introduce the concept of Bounty Coins as an incentive for players to participate in the league. The hosts share their thoughts on transitioning from casual to competitive play and the importance of finding a group to play and practice with. They review their tier list and discuss the community's reaction to it. The hosts answer listener questions about buying showcases and speculate on the aspects of the upcoming Mandalorian and Moff Gideon starters. The episode concludes with final thoughts and plans for the release of Star Wars Unlimited. Takeaways Pre-release events are a great way to meet new players and build a community around a game. The pre-release kit for Star Wars Unlimited includes booster packs, a deck building guide, and promotional cards. Players should aim to build a balanced deck with a mix of units, events, and upgrades. It's important to create a welcoming and supportive environment for new players at pre-release events. Darth Vader, Palpatine, Boba Fett, and Sabine are considered top-tier leaders in Star Wars: Legion. Jyn Erso, IG-88, and Krennic are placed in lower tiers due to their limited effectiveness. Transitioning from casual play to a competitive environment can be facilitated by reaching out to local stores and joining community groups. Studying deck-building strategies and seeking advice from experienced players can help improve performance in competitive play.