I thought that might’ve happened without FFG announcing it, because in the past week I received 2 notifications from the website for my LGS that the Imperial Light Cruiser was back in stock, but when I checked the store page they were out of stock. I don’t know if the online store sold out of them immediately, but I suspect it was just an inventory adjustment error. I’m surprised and disappointed that FFG hasn’t announced reprints for Armada - not just for the Arquitens. There’s nothing on the FFG Upcoming page except the Wave 8 ships. My LGS has been sold out of most Armada ships since Black Friday and Christmas, so it’s uncertain if and when they’ll be restocked.
Good news, the Imperial Light Carrier has been restocked - at least where I live. My LGS and several online board game stores received ILCs on Friday when the Starhawk and Onager were released. Unfortunately, they’re sold out again. I’m not sure how widespread the ILC restocks were - not even the Asmodee Store has ILCs - and I haven’t heard anyone else mentioning it, so it could only be regional.
While I agree because the Onager-class looks much cooler than the lame Xyston-class SD, I do NOT want the Onager tainted by the TRoS. I would absolutely hate if the Onager was associated with TRoS - or the Sequel Trilogy in general. I’m glad that the Onager was inspired by Legends and became canon thanks to Armada. It gives me hope that FFG will pan the Legends river for more gold like the Onager and Starhawk, and Armada will continue, without relying solely on Clone Wars for future Waves.
I might have gone crazy and designed a new wave: For the Imperials the Vindicator heavy cruiser with a fighter pack including the TIE Reaper, TIE/rb Heavy Starfighter, TIE Agressor and TIE Punisher and for the Rebels the DP20 Gunship, the Marauder Corvette and a fighter pack with the ARC-170, the K-Wing, the U-Wing and the Belbullab-22.
That ship is beautiful! I might have to pick myself up one once I actually do get into Armada. I've been thinking about it for a long time and have watch quite a few videos here on this channel about it. I think you've convinced me to pick it up.
Looks like a great ship! Can't wait for mine to arrive! As for ships I'd like to see in Armada: I think I've mentioned this before, but I'd like to see Assault Frigate Mk. 1s. I just always liked the look of that ship. As for the "Star Destroyer sword": you know, I've seen some Celtic spear-heads that are about the size of the SSD, which the Romans described thus: "Their swords are as long as spears, and their spear-heads are as long as swords." So I can see some very crazy Star Wars cosplayer making a spear out of one of those and carrying it about...which would be crazy, but stranger things have happened!
The Onager is nice! I'd really like them to do prequel units - especially CIS ships and fighters (Vulture droids and Tri-Fighters look awesome and I'm also fond of the Commerce Guild destroyers).
Nice video as always! I love that ship and need to buy it to complete my collection, along with the super start destroyer.....I never got that but need it. I like the look of the Onanger and Gladiator, both a little different than the typical wedge.
man Wave 8 really brings a lot of new elements to the game. A breath of fresh air almost. More so than the SSD and RitR campaign. I bet when Clone Wars releases it will have a similar effect.
I haven't been watching all your stuff lately. Any idea if FFG will be doing reprints of older stuff? I can't get AF or Gladiators anywhere. Not to mention the imperial light cruiser and carrier. I'm sort of late to the game and am missing some really cool stuff
Love your videos. Is their a good site to get the armada ships for both rebels and imperials. Ive got some from amazon but like the imperial light crusier I would like to know where's a good place to get it
The other use for Cataclysm is when you no longer have activation advantage, or never had it. Being able to adjust your token based on where ships ended up after your last activation is very interesting. Also, the Star Destroyer Sword is very Transformers, and I love it.
Crabbok, I've noticed you mentioning several new rules that are not written on the pamphlet that comes along with the Onager, like Evade taking 2 dice away from extreme range, something about ignition in close range, maybe I misread it, but is there another source for those new rules? Is there a new FAQ talking about these already? Thanks!!!
Finally! I have mine preordered and am waiting for it to show up. Also I agree with danny, why an earth didn't they use this in the rise of skywalker? I mean they got approval from lucas film to make this new cannon ship. Why not use it in the film? It would even add to the lore what with the "final order" being old imperial tech based.
The Dreadnaught HC has long been suggested for Armada but I think fans are over-estimating its appeal. Firstly, it doesn’t look like any other ship from Star Wars, either Imperial or Rebels. That was the criticism of the AFM2 from non-fans because they’d never seen it before. And the AFM2 continues to be the one Armada ship that remains on store shelves after everything else has sold out because no one wants it. Second, it’s unclear what purpose the Dreadnaught would serve in Armada, considering the Rebels already have the AFM2, and Imperials have the VSD and Gladiator. Third, there are better ships from Legends (and fan-made) than the Dreadnaught.
Alex Pahl The AFM2 is “affectionately” referred to as the “Space Potato”. Only hardcore Armada players appreciate it for its ship titles and compatibility with Ackbar builds. To everyone else the AFM2 is a JOKE. And it doesn’t look like a Mon Calamari ship at all. Just because its rounded doesn’t make it MC. I’ve shown my Armada collection to numerous people and the AFM2 is always stands out from the Rebel fleet because: 1) No one recognizes it; 2) It doesn’t look like a Rebel or a Star Wars ship; 3) It’s butt ugly; and 4) It’s not to scale with the other ships. When my friends use my ships to play Armada, they never pick the AFM2. The Dreadnaught would be redundant since the AFM2 is a heavily refitted Dreadnaught, which is superior to the original. What would the point in FFG adding an INFERIOR version of the same ship? The Dreadnaught has a very devoted, VERY SMALL fan base. You’re grossly over-estimating its appeal. If FFG released the Dreadnaught, I guarantee most would end up gathering dust on store shelves alongside the AFM2. If you contacted Shapeways or Mel Miniatures and asked how popular their Dreadnaught custom ship was, I bet they’d tell you it’s one of their least sold custom ships. Given the state of Armada, FFG would be fools to release a ship with such a small niche appeal. If the Rebels “need” more medium ships, a far better choice would be the MC40a light cruiser. It’s the perfect size at 500-600 metres and it fills the gap of a medium-size Mon Calamari ship in the Rebel fleet.
Also perhaps Old Republic era cotent one day, like Hammerhead cruisers and Star Forge Sith vessels. The Legends novels are rife with different design names, as are the games like KOTOR I and II.
Is it a siege breaker or a siege engine? Also, I'd love to see the Dornian gunship show up as an armed flotilla and Assault Frigate Mark I for the Rebels countered by Dreadnought class Heavy Cruisers, Vigil class Corvettes, and Lancer class Frigates for anti starfighter duty
I've just unboxed mine today, and glorious as the model is... am I the only one confused as to why it doesn't come with any command tokens? Is this just a development oversight or am I missing something obvious here?
At first glance, which of the Wave 8 ships offer more utility for their respective factions? Also it would be awesome to see Kyle Katarn in the Ravenclaw as a squadron and the Rebel Viscount class ship as a Rebel huge ship
Marauder corvettes would be a neat little support ship or a tartan patrol craft, I really, really, really, want to see a Lancer frigate though for the empire, just tearing squadrons to pieces. Rebels need a DP20 Gunship. An MC40 would be cool, but something in the medium size too. the original assault frigate perhaps. A Dauntless would be beautiful. There are so many ships. If the the NJO era wasn't trashed by the might overlord Disney, the Nebula-class would be a mean one. We have an imp SSD, what about the Viscount Star Defender? There are plenty other imp SSD classes too that would be beautiful as well. Now that clone wars is out, if they make a lucrehulk battleship and/or control ship my heart would be complete.
The one ship I would want is the Enforcer-class picket cruiser for the Empire, and for the Rebels I think the MC80 wingless-class Cruiser. Also i think the Onager is one of the best star destroyers of all time.
Heavy Fire Zone. To me it sounds like this is still at Medium Range.. Blue Dice Range, however YOU MAY.... replace the blue with red dice as an option. I believe this gives the attacker the ability to possibly get the double hit from the red die. At least this is how I read it.
No idea if you take video requests or questions, but I'm starting to get into the game but want to do squadron builds, even if they don't work! Do you have tips for interesting builds for each faction? Both with and without unique squadrons
@@Crabbok Thank you! I shall have a look! In regards to ships, it might be cool to have some of the old Republic ships. Stuff like the Acclemator that was used during the cross over or for poor systems.
If I am to pick one ship, would like FFG to make the Nebulon-B2. It is a very pretty ship. Or they could maybe remake the first Nebulon B and the Corvette, to make them better detailed. As for the Onager, I am curious to see how good both the Super Weapons works.
A Lancer class frigate would be nice. Something realy anti squadron. A lot of dices against squadrons, with limited or no battery armement to compensate
What I most want from FFG is an Imperial Light Cruiser reprint.
I thought that might’ve happened without FFG announcing it, because in the past week I received 2 notifications from the website for my LGS that the Imperial Light Cruiser was back in stock, but when I checked the store page they were out of stock. I don’t know if the online store sold out of them immediately, but I suspect it was just an inventory adjustment error.
I’m surprised and disappointed that FFG hasn’t announced reprints for Armada - not just for the Arquitens. There’s nothing on the FFG Upcoming page except the Wave 8 ships. My LGS has been sold out of most Armada ships since Black Friday and Christmas, so it’s uncertain if and when they’ll be restocked.
This so much.
I need to get some more, 1 just isn't enough.
Good news, the Imperial Light Carrier has been restocked - at least where I live. My LGS and several online board game stores received ILCs on Friday when the Starhawk and Onager were released. Unfortunately, they’re sold out again.
I’m not sure how widespread the ILC restocks were - not even the Asmodee Store has ILCs - and I haven’t heard anyone else mentioning it, so it could only be regional.
This is the ship they should’ve use in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker not the Xyston-class
Then they couldn't reuse the model from Rogue One and would have to rely on creativity and something other than nostalgia.
At least should have uses the central channel from this ship on the xyston
That would have been cool.
While I agree because the Onager-class looks much cooler than the lame Xyston-class SD, I do NOT want the Onager tainted by the TRoS. I would absolutely hate if the Onager was associated with TRoS - or the Sequel Trilogy in general. I’m glad that the Onager was inspired by Legends and became canon thanks to Armada. It gives me hope that FFG will pan the Legends river for more gold like the Onager and Starhawk, and Armada will continue, without relying solely on Clone Wars for future Waves.
@@reavern isn't the Onager based on unused SW Rebels concept art?
I might have gone crazy and designed a new wave:
For the Imperials the Vindicator heavy cruiser with a fighter pack including the TIE Reaper, TIE/rb Heavy Starfighter, TIE Agressor and TIE Punisher
and for the Rebels the DP20 Gunship, the Marauder Corvette and a fighter pack with the ARC-170, the K-Wing, the U-Wing and the Belbullab-22.
That's really cool. I would like to see them one day.
@@nicklasaskerod738 Thank you. I also went further in my mind with the Praetor-II and the Lucrehulk, but that might be too far.
No what do you mean, it sounds awesome. The two battlecruisers from the clone wars, are teh best battlecruisers in Star wars.
R41 over the belbullab-22 the R41 is more important to the rebels being there only bomber at the start of the civil war
I agree Alex Pahl, but the R-41 is a fighter and not a star ship. It would do great if it was put into a set like the Marauder-class corvette.
So awesome to see Wave 8 ships! Love the Starhawk especially, but the Onager looks so much cooler in reality than the pictures
I want a venator for armada...
Hopefully when we get the new factions
Ye. Open circle fleet paint job would look great on it.
Venator is my favorite ship... I want it so bad, but I think it can be used for rebels, empire, and republic. Maybe different focuses?
Doesn't everyone? :)
I want Clone War era content so badly I can taste it. So many designs to add, both ships and squadrons.
That ship is beautiful! I might have to pick myself up one once I actually do get into Armada. I've been thinking about it for a long time and have watch quite a few videos here on this channel about it. I think you've convinced me to pick it up.
Reeva Demesne is pronounced “De-main” I believe. At least that’s how the Catalyst audiobook pronounced it.
I would love to see an official Invisible Hand in Armada
Or perhaps even the "Invincible" Providence Dreadnought.
I think the malevolence would be amazing
The cross pieces in the firing mechanism make this look awesome, nice touches of detail
I’ve personally always liked the look of Keldabe-Class Battleship.
That would have to be added with an Old Republic era branch, as well as the Kandosii-Class Dreadnought.
I'd love to see the Ebon Hawk in either Armada or X-Wing. It would also be cool to get the SunGem.
Interesting mechanisms with the super weapon, would love to see how this looks in action in a future batrep!
This ship is beautifull i didnt think it would have this much detail!
Pre-ordered and just waiting on shipping confirmation. Thanks for the videos. You're one of the only people I watch at regular speed lol.
by the way, Spinal Armaments or any other upgrade that adds (or modify?!) dice can affect the ignition dice pool, right? ...or maybe no?
Looks like a great ship! Can't wait for mine to arrive!
As for ships I'd like to see in Armada: I think I've mentioned this before, but I'd like to see Assault Frigate Mk. 1s. I just always liked the look of that ship.
As for the "Star Destroyer sword": you know, I've seen some Celtic spear-heads that are about the size of the SSD, which the Romans described thus: "Their swords are as long as spears, and their spear-heads are as long as swords." So I can see some very crazy Star Wars cosplayer making a spear out of one of those and carrying it about...which would be crazy, but stranger things have happened!
The Onager is nice!
I'd really like them to do prequel units - especially CIS ships and fighters (Vulture droids and Tri-Fighters look awesome and I'm also fond of the Commerce Guild destroyers).
We need these like nobody's business. Do you think they could add buzz Droid missiles?
Nice video as always! I love that ship and need to buy it to complete my collection, along with the super start destroyer.....I never got that but need it. I like the look of the Onanger and Gladiator, both a little different than the typical wedge.
Great unboxing. The Armada comunity here in Brazil really like your videos :)
man Wave 8 really brings a lot of new elements to the game. A breath of fresh air almost. More so than the SSD and RitR campaign. I bet when Clone Wars releases it will have a similar effect.
Thank you for the video! As a new player, I am always looking for insights on what ships to get so thank you for these videos!
Always look forward to your unboxing videos - thanks for sharing and for the tactical insights!
"You're also getting an extra red die in the rear" "EXCUSE ME!?! ...LMAO
The onager is pretty cool, I feel like it really got shadowed by the Star hawk
Thats the might of the Empire! We also need Imperial Lancer Frigate, Rebel Gunship or medium size ships and new fighters! ARMADA!!!
I haven't been watching all your stuff lately. Any idea if FFG will be doing reprints of older stuff? I can't get AF or Gladiators anywhere. Not to mention the imperial light cruiser and carrier. I'm sort of late to the game and am missing some really cool stuff
Thank you for the unboxing and size comparison to the ISD.
Love your videos. Is their a good site to get the armada ships for both rebels and imperials. Ive got some from amazon but like the imperial light crusier I would like to know where's a good place to get it
The other use for Cataclysm is when you no longer have activation advantage, or never had it. Being able to adjust your token based on where ships ended up after your last activation is very interesting.
Also, the Star Destroyer Sword is very Transformers, and I love it.
Nice design. Can’t wait to get mine as well as the Starhawk
So my local game store has had bare shelves for Armada and Xwing products since a couple of weeks before Christmas. Is FFG shipping new product?
Crabbok, I've noticed you mentioning several new rules that are not written on the pamphlet that comes along with the Onager, like Evade taking 2 dice away from extreme range, something about ignition in close range, maybe I misread it, but is there another source for those new rules? Is there a new FAQ talking about these already? Thanks!!!
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@@Crabbok Thanks!!! =D
Finally! I have mine preordered and am waiting for it to show up. Also I agree with danny, why an earth didn't they use this in the rise of skywalker? I mean they got approval from lucas film to make this new cannon ship. Why not use it in the film? It would even add to the lore what with the "final order" being old imperial tech based.
A fine addition to my collection
I would like a Dreadnought from the Katana Fleet, to make it interesting let it be the first Armada ship you could use for either faction.
It could be the dreadnought for empire and assault frigate mk1 for rebel the dreadnought is now the wolf class in canon
Pretty cool ideal 👍
The Dreadnaught HC has long been suggested for Armada but I think fans are over-estimating its appeal. Firstly, it doesn’t look like any other ship from Star Wars, either Imperial or Rebels. That was the criticism of the AFM2 from non-fans because they’d never seen it before. And the AFM2 continues to be the one Armada ship that remains on store shelves after everything else has sold out because no one wants it. Second, it’s unclear what purpose the Dreadnaught would serve in Armada, considering the Rebels already have the AFM2, and Imperials have the VSD and Gladiator. Third, there are better ships from Legends (and fan-made) than the Dreadnaught.
first the afmk2 look mc and the dreadnoughts/wolf is canon and has a very devoted fan base and we need more medium ships boyyyyyyyy
Alex Pahl The AFM2 is “affectionately” referred to as the “Space Potato”. Only hardcore Armada players appreciate it for its ship titles and compatibility with Ackbar builds. To everyone else the AFM2 is a JOKE. And it doesn’t look like a Mon Calamari ship at all. Just because its rounded doesn’t make it MC. I’ve shown my Armada collection to numerous people and the AFM2 is always stands out from the Rebel fleet because: 1) No one recognizes it; 2) It doesn’t look like a Rebel or a Star Wars ship; 3) It’s butt ugly; and 4) It’s not to scale with the other ships. When my friends use my ships to play Armada, they never pick the AFM2.
The Dreadnaught would be redundant since the AFM2 is a heavily refitted Dreadnaught, which is superior to the original. What would the point in FFG adding an INFERIOR version of the same ship?
The Dreadnaught has a very devoted, VERY SMALL fan base. You’re grossly over-estimating its appeal. If FFG released the Dreadnaught, I guarantee most would end up gathering dust on store shelves alongside the AFM2. If you contacted Shapeways or Mel Miniatures and asked how popular their Dreadnaught custom ship was, I bet they’d tell you it’s one of their least sold custom ships. Given the state of Armada, FFG would be fools to release a ship with such a small niche appeal.
If the Rebels “need” more medium ships, a far better choice would be the MC40a light cruiser. It’s the perfect size at 500-600 metres and it fills the gap of a medium-size Mon Calamari ship in the Rebel fleet.
As an Imperial player I'm super excited to put this ship to work.
I’m really looking forward to some clone wars ships and how they will change the game!
Also perhaps Old Republic era cotent one day, like Hammerhead cruisers and Star Forge Sith vessels. The Legends novels are rife with different design names, as are the games like KOTOR I and II.
I love the look of this new ship!
Onager looks really good! Very interesting mechanic.
Looking forward to flying the Onager and Starhawk!
Very neat, I'll have to grab this and the Starhawk.
Glad to see some new models, hoping for a Armada rebound.
"I see your hammerhead design and I raise you... BIG ASS HAMMERHEAD!"
Very nice looking ship. Thanks for the unboxing.
Do you think FFG will bring out a V2 of Armada? Was thinking of getting into it but don't want to be in the same situation I am with X-wing.
What are some must have ships when the new factions come out, and should some of them be usable for the galactic civil war?
I say yes. No reason you can't cross eras, like having the Imperials fight the CIS.
Great ship! Would LOVE to see an Allegiance/Titan Battlecruiser for the Empire...
I really want a Light Cruiser reprint. Barring that, Dreadnought-class would be pretty great.
I'd love to see the Viscount and Allegiance! Also the CR90 Missile Corvette and TIE Carrier/Imperial Special Forces Carrier.
Is it a siege breaker or a siege engine? Also, I'd love to see the Dornian gunship show up as an armed flotilla and Assault Frigate Mark I for the Rebels countered by Dreadnought class Heavy Cruisers, Vigil class Corvettes, and Lancer class Frigates for anti starfighter duty
Seems like it depends on which big gun you use on it
had a feeling i missed the unboxing went back and found it
This shit loops so dope , the painting capability
Cant wait to see this go against the star hawk in upcoming battle reports
really cool looking destroyer for sure.
Can't wait for these releases!
Lovely model, great review as always
First thing you check if the base fits properly 👍
Can't wait to see how this ship will effect the meta not sure how much it will but I'll be watching to see!
Why are there no command tokens?
The katana fleet. Definitely need to see dreadnoughts.
Thank you for the video! I definitely had to get two of these!
Thanks for doing the unboxings!
I've just unboxed mine today, and glorious as the model is... am I the only one confused as to why it doesn't come with any command tokens? Is this just a development oversight or am I missing something obvious here?
Maybe something for a larger base like the Eclipse, Bellator, Mandator 2 (or 3, or 4) or Praetor.
Or perhaps weapons like the AGSA and the TSSP.
I thought i couldnt be more excited...i was wrong. Broken record, but i still want the Strike Cruiser
Thanks again. Very excited to get mine
So other than faction specific cards, it comes with the same upgrades as the Starhawk?
*Drools* Can't wait for my Onager to be delivered!
At first glance, which of the Wave 8 ships offer more utility for their respective factions? Also it would be awesome to see Kyle Katarn in the Ravenclaw as a squadron and the Rebel Viscount class ship as a Rebel huge ship
Marauder corvettes would be a neat little support ship or a tartan patrol craft, I really, really, really, want to see a Lancer frigate though for the empire, just tearing squadrons to pieces.
Rebels need a DP20 Gunship. An MC40 would be cool, but something in the medium size too. the original assault frigate perhaps. A Dauntless would be beautiful. There are so many ships. If the the NJO era wasn't trashed by the might overlord Disney, the Nebula-class would be a mean one.
We have an imp SSD, what about the Viscount Star Defender? There are plenty other imp SSD classes too that would be beautiful as well.
Now that clone wars is out, if they make a lucrehulk battleship and/or control ship my heart would be complete.
It looks great and will be interesting to play but I need some of the older ships to flesh out my fleet like the light cruiser and gladiator
Always loved this ship!
will you buy a second onager and starhawk and repaint them?
Looks like a cool expansion
I wish more people played this game
Me: watches this video and the one about the star hawk
Also me: I gotta get one of those
Damn it's bigger than I thought it would be. I expected it to be the same size as a victory for some reason.
Can't wait to pick this up.
The one ship I would want is the Enforcer-class picket cruiser for the Empire, and for the Rebels I think the MC80 wingless-class Cruiser.
Also i think the Onager is one of the best star destroyers of all time.
Mc80 justice is a good option because it a long range ship it could have a justice title that lets you shoot blue dice at long range
@@alexpahl6443 It sounds like we think with the some mind.
I have seen so many ships that i have a ideas for
But i could probably name 25 rebel ships that should be in the game
When thinking about it, I think a hole new faction to Armada could be great. I'm thinking of the mercenary faction, like in Imperial Assault.
Heavy Fire Zone. To me it sounds like this is still at Medium Range.. Blue Dice Range, however YOU MAY.... replace the blue with red dice as an option. I believe this gives the attacker the ability to possibly get the double hit from the red die. At least this is how I read it.
I want a tartan patrol cruiser
That would very cool for star wars armada
Now that’s what I’m talking about
I want clone wars for armada
All I want is to be able to fly the Malevolence
No idea if you take video requests or questions, but I'm starting to get into the game but want to do squadron builds, even if they don't work!
Do you have tips for interesting builds for each faction? Both with and without unique squadrons
I have a ton. Search for Crabbok Armada Build, or Crabbok Armada List
@@Crabbok Thank you! I shall have a look!
In regards to ships, it might be cool to have some of the old Republic ships. Stuff like the Acclemator that was used during the cross over or for poor systems.
If I am to pick one ship, would like FFG to make the Nebulon-B2. It is a very pretty ship. Or they could maybe remake the first Nebulon B and the Corvette, to make them better detailed. As for the Onager, I am curious to see how good both the Super Weapons works.
Been trying to go "canon" only due to costs, but this is very tempting.
Given your affection for Lightsabrr Nunchucks..
Sweet can't wait to get one!
I'd like to see more ships that could be used with multiple factions.. I'd also like to see reprints of more cards..
A Lancer class frigate would be nice. Something realy anti squadron. A lot of dices against squadrons, with limited or no battery armement to compensate
I think between the I like the Starhawk better. I can't wait to see Armada to join the clone wars.
What a gorgeous ship
I want assault frigate reprints. I need one to complete my collection but I'm not paying 150 for one.
When can we see batreps with the Onager and Starhawk?
That is a Beauty. A venator would be my choice
Definitely cooler than the Destroyers in Rise
I would like the separatist drill ships. Those guys could be a good ramming ship.
I would love to see a ventator class star destroyer from the early empire days.
Can’t wait for this!