Friday, January 05, 2007

Alliance vs Empire Expansion set revealed!!

Fresh from the Wizards of the Coast early 2007 catalog come some information on the next Star Wars Miniatures expansion set. Here's the info:
30 years of a galaxy far, far away! For over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights were the guardians of peace and justice in the Old Republic. Before the dark times, before the empire…
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Star Wars saga with this collection of miniatures inspired by the original Star Wars Trilogy. From the landmark films to the computer games and the novels, this set pits Rebellion against the Empire in battles to decide the fate of the galaxy.
Key selling points:
· The 60 miniatures in this anniversary edition have square bases to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the first Star Wars Movie.
· Set contains new characters including: Biggs Darklighter, Ephant Mon, and Wicket, plus new poses of fan favourites.


· Featured at Star Wars Celebration IV

On Christmas day WOTC's Rob gave the members at the forums on their website this preview of an upcoming figure from the line.
Luke Skywalker, Champion of the Force
49 points
Rebel

Hit Points 110
Defense 20
Attack +13
Damage 20

Special Abilities
Unique. Melee Attack; Double Attack
Flurry Attack (When this character scores a critical hit, he may make 1 immediate extra attack)

Force Powers:
Force 2. Force Renewal 1
Force Alter (Force 1: range 6; any 1 enemy rerolls its last attack)
Force Leap (Force 1: this turn, this character can move through enemy characters without provoking attacks of opportunity)
Jedi Mind Trick (Force 1, usable only on this character’s turn: range 2; target living enemy is considered activated this round and cannot make attacks of opportunity this turn; save 11)Knight Speed (Force 1: this character can move 4 extra squares on his turn as part of his move)Lightsaber Deflect (Force 1: When hit by a nonmelee attack, this character takes no damage with a save of 11)
Use the Force (Force 3: This character’s next attack is a critical hit)


I am very excited about this set! Rebel Storm with all it's classic trilogy action has always been my favorite set. But this may replace it! Only time will tell. Luckily we have til May to plan and save money.

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