Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – Shadow Caster Expansion Pack

Fantasy Flight Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment · Board game · 2016
2–4 30–45 min
8.9 rating Ludopedia
7.9 rating BGG
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8.9 rating Ludopedia
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Our Verdict

If you're an X-Wing fan looking to add a cool new ship with unique abilities to your fleet, the Shadow Caster expansion is a solid pick-up! It introduces a stylish ship with an interesting mobile firing arc that can shake up your battles.

Highlights
  • Agile and powerful ship
  • Tactical mobile firing arc
  • Plenty of customization options
  • Expands pilot variety
Keep in mind
  • Requires base X-Wing game
  • Ship's learning curve
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About the game
The Shadow Caster expansion brings the signature starship of bounty hunter Ketsu Onyo to the X-Wing universe. This ship is known for its agility and power, but with lighter shields in exchange for speed. Along with Ketsu herself, you get three more pilots and a dozen upgrades to supercharge your Shadow Caster. What's cool is that you can mix and match crew and illicit upgrades to create unique combinations, making the ship truly yours. One of the most interesting features of the Shadow Caster is its mobile firing arc, which functions almost like a turret, but in a more point-efficient way, maintaining a distinct playstyle. This expansion adds more tactical and strategic options for those who already enjoy X-Wing's space combat, allowing for new ways to play and surprise opponents. If you enjoy customizing your ships and having a wider range of choices for building your squadron, this expansion is a must-have. The quality of the miniatures and components is as expected from the X-Wing line, ensuring a visually rich experience. Get ready for new dogfights in the galaxy!
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Game: Star Wars X-Wing Miniatures Game Movies: Star Wars Series: FlightPath (Fantasy Flight Game)
Publisher Fantasy Flight Games, Delta Vision Publishing, Edge Entertainment, Galakta, Giochi Uniti, Heidelberger Spieleverlag
Designer Max Brooke
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the base Star Wars: X-Wing game to play with this expansion?
Yes, this is an expansion and requires the Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game base game to be played.
How many players can participate with this expansion?
The base X-Wing game is for 2 players, but this expansion adds ships and pilots that can be used in games with 2 to 4 players, depending on the scenario rules or game mode.
How long does a game with this expansion take?
X-Wing games typically last between 30 to 45 minutes, and this expansion fits within that timeframe, depending on your fleet's complexity and the tactics employed.
What components come in this expansion?
You will receive a Shadow Caster ship miniature, ship cards, tokens, upgrade cards, and any other components needed to use the ship and its pilots in the game.
Is this expansion too complex for X-Wing beginners?
The Shadow Caster introduces some new mechanics, like the mobile firing arc. For players completely new to X-Wing, it might be easier to start with simpler ships, but it's perfectly playable after understanding the basic rules.
Can I mix pilots and upgrades from this expansion with other expansions?
Absolutely! The beauty of X-Wing is its flexibility. You can combine the Shadow Caster and its upgrades with ships and pilots from other expansions to create unique and surprising fleets.