# Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game – TIE Phantom Expansion Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2014
- **BGG Rating**: 8.0
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 2
- **Duration**: 20 min
- **Weight**: 2.63 / 5
- **Designers**: Alex Davy, Frank Brooks, James Kniffen, Jay Little
- **Artists**: Lucasfilm Ltd.
- **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, Wargame
- **Mechanics**: Action Queue, Dice Rolling, Enclosure, Point to Point Movement, Simultaneous Action Selection, Variable Player Powers

## Verdict
If you enjoy the idea of a stealthy, tactical fighter in the Star Wars universe, this TIE Phantom expansion is a must-have!Adds a cloaking fighterNew tactics and surprisesGreat for tactical ImperialsDetailed, faithful miniatureRequires base X-Wing gameTwo-player focusFOR GENRE FANS

## Description
Get ready for space combat with the TIE Phantom expansion for X-Wing Miniatures Game! This beauty brings the feared TIE Phantom fighter to the table, equipped with a stygium crystal cloaking device that makes it a ghost on enemy sensors. If you like the idea of an agile fighter that can disappear and reappear where least expected, this expansion is for you. Imperial players gain a powerful new tactical tool, allowing for surprising maneuvers and unexpected ambushes. In addition to the incredible TIE Phantom miniature, you get ship cards, upgrade cards to customize your fighter with systems and crew, a maneuver dial, and all the tokens needed to put it into action. The new cloaking rules add an extra layer of strategy and tactics to your games, forcing the Rebellion to stay constantly alert. It's an expansion that adds more options and a touch of unpredictability to confrontations, ideal for those who want to boost their space battles in the Star Wars universe. With this pack, you can create new strategies and surprise your opponents with stealth attacks and spectacular evasions. Fun is guaranteed for fans of Star Wars and tactical combat games!

## FAQ
### Do I need the base Star Wars: X-Wing game to use this expansion?
Yes, absolutely! This is an expansion, so you'll need the base box of X-Wing Miniatures Game to play with the TIE Phantom.

### How many players can participate with this expansion?
X-Wing Miniatures Game is a two-player game, and this expansion maintains that characteristic, focusing on the clashes between the Empire and the Rebellion.

### Is the cloaking mechanic very complicated to use?
The cloaking rules are quite straightforward and add an interesting tactical layer without overwhelming the game. It's easy to learn and use to create surprising plays.

### What exactly comes inside the TIE Phantom Expansion Pack box?
You get a TIE Phantom miniature, ship cards, upgrade cards (system and crew), a maneuver dial, and all the necessary tokens to put it into action.

### Does this expansion significantly change the game's strategy?
It adds a powerful new tactical option for the Imperial side, allowing for stealthy maneuvers and ambushes. This can indeed force players to adapt their strategies to deal with this new threat.

### Is this a good expansion for someone just starting with X-Wing?
If you already have the base game and enjoy the idea of flying stealthier, more tactical ships, then yes! For those starting from scratch, it might be better to get the base game first and then add expansions.

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