# Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Imperial Raider Expansion Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2015
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 60 min
- **Weight**: 2.60 / 5
- **Designers**: Frank Brooks, Steven Kimball
- **Artists**: Ben Zweifel
- **Publishers**: Edge Entertainment, Fantasy Flight Games, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
- **Categories**: Aviation / Flight, Expansion for Base-game, Miniatures, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Science Fiction
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Dice Rolling, Movement Template, Point to Point Movement, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you've already dived into the Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game universe and are on the side of the Empire, this expansion is a heavy-hitting upgrade! It not only adds an imposing and visually fantastic ship to your collection but also introduces mechanics that truly change the dynamic of battles, especially in larger game modes. It's for those seeking more tactical depth and wanting to feel the power of an Imperial corvette in action.Impressive and detailed miniatureNew energy mechanicsColossal ship movementAdds strategic depthEssential for Imperial sideRequires base gameFocus on epic playLearning curve for energy rulesHIGHLY RECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready to escalate the Galactic Civil War with the Imperial Raider Expansion Pack for the acclaimed Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game! This expansion is a powerful Imperial counter-attack against the Rebellion's huge ships, bringing a pre-painted Imperial Raider-class corvette and a new TIE Advanced miniature with an alternate paint scheme to your fleet. But it's not just about looks: it introduces 'energy' rules to fuel your shields and special abilities, adding a deep strategic layer to your battles. Furthermore, a dedicated maneuver template makes the Raider move like a truly colossal ship, ensuring every movement is epic and impactful. If you're an Imperial strategist looking to crush the Rebellion in Cinematic and Epic Play, this expansion is an invaluable and indispensable tool for dominating the skies (or space!).

## FAQ
### How many players is this expansion for?
As an expansion for Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game, it maintains the 2-player format, but it is especially designed for epic and cinematic game modes that can involve more ships and, consequently, more players in larger scenarios.

### What is the average duration of a game with the Imperial Raider?
The base X-Wing game time is 60 minutes, but with the addition of larger ships like the Imperial Raider and in epic game modes, games can extend considerably, easily exceeding 90 minutes or more, depending on the scenario and the number of ships involved.

### Is this a complex expansion? What is its weight?
The Imperial Raider adds new 'energy' rules and a unique maneuver template, which slightly increases the complexity of the base game. However, for those already familiar with X-Wing, the learning curve is manageable. The BGG weight of 2.6/5 indicates a medium-light complexity, but the Raider elevates that a bit.

### Do I need the Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game base game to play?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion and, as such, requires the Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game base game to be played. It adds components and rules to the existing system.

### What comes in this expansion pack?
The expansion includes a pre-painted Imperial Raider-class corvette miniature, a new TIE Advanced miniature with an alternate paint scheme, ship cards, upgrade cards, tokens, an exclusive maneuver template for the Raider, and all necessary rules to integrate it into your games.

### What type of game is this expansion most focused on?
The Imperial Raider is designed to shine in Epic and Cinematic game modes, where the presence of capital ships and resource management like energy become crucial. It offers a grander and more strategic experience than standard skirmish combat.

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