Armada - What to Buy First on a Budget (Empire) 2021

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  • This is my Buyer's Guide for 2021 for Imperial players for Star Wars Armada!
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  • @devslaven
    @devslaven 3 роки тому +152

    I've literally been watching all your videos on this debating on pulling the trigger. This pulled it. Please don't tell my wife. I like my freedom.

    • @Crabbok
      @Crabbok  3 роки тому +52

      The empire is no stranger to secrets of matters like these

    • @nicholaskallmyer9865
      @nicholaskallmyer9865 3 роки тому +11

      DO IT!!!! YEESSSS. You won't regret it, such an enjoyable game, and the models themselves need to be on a shelf. Maybe in your case in the garage in a corner....

    • @nathanneugard6276
      @nathanneugard6276 3 роки тому +4

      Welcome to the Imperial Family 😎

    • @atrashlemon7735
      @atrashlemon7735 3 роки тому +4

      Unlimited power

    • @ethan9536
      @ethan9536 3 роки тому +2

      I also just pulled the trigger and ordered the core set, and I was wanting to get the Chimera even before this, as I just read the Thrawn book.

  • @zacharyharwell351
    @zacharyharwell351 3 роки тому +49

    My first experience with this game was like three days ago at one of my local game stores after school; two guys with 800 point lists that included an SSD on each side, Imps vs Imps. I have never been so excited about a game I knew nothing about lol

  • @alexgloor7414
    @alexgloor7414 3 роки тому +69

    "I will be buried with mine" 😂 Best line of 2020 right there

    • @nathanneugard6276
      @nathanneugard6276 3 роки тому +1

      Agreed...best Crabbok line of the year!

    • @TheDaltonius
      @TheDaltonius 3 роки тому +1

      His descendants
      An ancient treasure?
      A gigantic flying space triangle

  • @JoeEames
    @JoeEames 3 роки тому +52

    Hey, Crabbok my man, I got a video request. With the new sets just recently released I think a fair # of people (like me) are thinking of getting into Armada when we haven't been. So some vids that teach how to play Armada as a whole, using the new starter sets, and basic tactics, would be super cool. Love your vids btw.

  • @glennsutton1859
    @glennsutton1859 3 роки тому +17

    Thank you for the video! I love how you include "the cool factor" - for me, that was the big reason to get the Onagers and the Interdictors before the others.

  • @georgemcvay4572
    @georgemcvay4572 3 роки тому +16

    Thank you for this wonderful guide. My parents watched it and it is helping them with shopping for me throughout the Christmas season.

  • @ethanpierce22
    @ethanpierce22 3 роки тому +6

    Super concise, I’m really happy this has been updated. The last version of this got me into armada and I’ve been hooked ever since, it’s refreshing to see how far I’ve come

  • @nathaniellazo5912
    @nathaniellazo5912 3 роки тому +18

    FOR THE EMPIRE!!!!!! All I saw was empire so he'll yah.

  • @disorientedbear
    @disorientedbear 3 роки тому +4

    These 'What to buy first' videos were what got me into Armada (back in 2018). Thank you.

  • @j-mlion3424
    @j-mlion3424 3 роки тому +10

    Just got this Onager this week! My Imperial fleet is finally fully equipped! I have one of each ship and multiples of the ones that I love. Only ship that I don't have yet pre clone wars is the Starhawk.

  • @andrewnowell1695
    @andrewnowell1695 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the buyer update. I am a long time Imperial player and good to see what 1.5 has changed.

  • @thomaslilley9635
    @thomaslilley9635 3 роки тому +3

    best list you’ve made so far and super helpful!

  • @sergiopineda7724
    @sergiopineda7724 3 роки тому +1

    as a new player coming into this game very late with limited stock and budget, this is a very helpful video! Thanks Crabbok

  • @shaniel1877
    @shaniel1877 3 роки тому +1

    I was waiting for a revised buyers guide:) thanks!!

  • @indianajon7980
    @indianajon7980 3 роки тому +1

    My fleet is getting an upgrade! Thanks for the advice as always. It certainly worked with your previous videos on the Onager.....love that ship! Merry Christmas

  • @leonardobrusco2282
    @leonardobrusco2282 3 роки тому +1

    Good work as always. Very clear with the explanations.

  • @deathless_actual4936
    @deathless_actual4936 3 роки тому

    Been watching a number of videos on this game looking to see if I’d be interested, and this one got me. Paused it half way to order the core set before finishing. Great video for the insight on the imperial ships. I don’t normally like the “bad guy” factions, but I love the Empire.

  • @ErokLobotomist
    @ErokLobotomist 3 роки тому +1

    This video is really great, super solid. Reminds me of when I was getting into X-Wing mini years ago. Thank you for the info! Cheers from Canada!

  • @32jvelde
    @32jvelde 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Crabbok! These are super helpful.

  • @davidjacovelli5986
    @davidjacovelli5986 Рік тому

    Thanks very much for tis video. As someone circling the Armada system and mulling over a purchase of it, I found it invaluable.

  • @pep7890
    @pep7890 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video. I’ve been wanting to play Armada and have no idea on what to buy. This is really helpful.

  • @dylzaster1374
    @dylzaster1374 3 роки тому +6

    I like the Victory star destroyer. They're my go to ship in Empire at War video game when I can't get more ISD's.

  • @rob166
    @rob166 3 роки тому +5

    Picked up the Separatist expansion, can't wait to play my first game.

  • @Hailthecloudslayer
    @Hailthecloudslayer 3 роки тому +1

    Was waiting for the updates to this! I have everything but the SSD now but still just enjoy watching these.

    • @nathanneugard6276
      @nathanneugard6276 3 роки тому

      Friend, even if you have to take out a second mortgage on the house, SSD is absolutely worth it. Showroom quality "miniature" that's an absolute BLAST to fly!

  • @db4621
    @db4621 3 роки тому +1

    As always great info...thank you

  • @zachbrazgel6191
    @zachbrazgel6191 3 роки тому +1

    Definitely helpful. I got the original starter for my birthday last year and fully intend on playing once the pandemic let's up. Good to know what imperial ships to grab!

  • @isthisit781
    @isthisit781 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome man. This desperately needed an update

  • @Kaneswargaming
    @Kaneswargaming 3 роки тому +3

    This is awesome, my neighbor wants to jump into armada with the imperials and ill pick up rebels so we can split some of the boxes. Great info looking forward to the rebels video!

  • @Alphariusorisit
    @Alphariusorisit 3 роки тому +1

    Looking at getting into this game. Loving the advice.

  • @zacharywheeler6990
    @zacharywheeler6990 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video very helpful!!

  • @bencairns4301
    @bencairns4301 3 роки тому +1

    Some great recommendations, thanks very much

  • @gecko2.617
    @gecko2.617 3 роки тому +2

    I love your T-Shirt with the Chimera in the middle

  • @therealLetsopenit
    @therealLetsopenit 3 роки тому

    thanks for the info I was looking into getting into this game and I think a going to pull the trigger on the Empire!

  • @russianreaper7716
    @russianreaper7716 Рік тому +1

    Coming back to this about 8 months after getting into the game. I play Empire and my friend plays Rebels. I have to say I actually really enjoy using the Victory’s over any other Star destroyer for point restricted games and the campaigns. Like for rebellion in the rim my fleet consisted of 2 victory 2s and 2 Gladiators with 3 interceptor squadrons and it worked out better than it had any right too.

  • @TheBadXample
    @TheBadXample 3 роки тому +3

    Perfect timing i was about to get into armada

  • @hothmandon
    @hothmandon Рік тому +1

    As an adult, I would give the game a respectable try, but the kid in me wants to free play with the ships like Kenner or Micro Machines toys from the 90's. Back then, I had the micro machines Millennium Falcon, Xwing, and a snow speeder. That was it. I had to use the coffee table as capital ships, space stations, and land bases.

  • @wukillah
    @wukillah 3 роки тому +1

    That is what I needed, a 2021 update 😃

  • @BillsravingrantBlogspot
    @BillsravingrantBlogspot 3 роки тому

    Great info for getting back into the game, thanks!

  • @Zhukov1898
    @Zhukov1898 3 роки тому +1

    Just got the chimera, excited to use it.

  • @hen3981
    @hen3981 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the guide

  • @danieljury1966
    @danieljury1966 3 роки тому +1

    Great video, as always.

  • @theory4488
    @theory4488 Рік тому +1

    Would love to see a re-ranking if you are NOT on a budget (even if it's just in the Description). Dude, also wanna say, i'm really loving this channel. Great job!

  • @JediDawson
    @JediDawson 3 роки тому +1

    As someone looking to get into the game, this is definitely useful. I plan on getting clone wars starters, then moving into individual imperial ships

    • @jasonadkins8434
      @jasonadkins8434 3 роки тому

      I picked up both clone wars starters, still waiting on the OG core set lol

  • @jonawesome1191
    @jonawesome1191 3 роки тому

    Love the video I’m debating to getting the game cause of the money
    Very helpful

  • @justincornelius2323
    @justincornelius2323 3 роки тому

    Awesome video!

  • @jptaylor8852
    @jptaylor8852 3 роки тому +1

    Needed this.

  • @devonbiel5027
    @devonbiel5027 3 роки тому +1

    I want to get all of these. They all are amazing miniatures.

  • @Gallagher_meme
    @Gallagher_meme 3 роки тому +1

    Glory to the empire! Thanks for this

  • @markbarthelmas6019
    @markbarthelmas6019 3 роки тому

    Great video!

  • @RatboyScree
    @RatboyScree 3 роки тому

    I got my kids the starter and the rogues and villains pack for Christmas so this will be a good for choosing where to go next

  • @Sigil_Firebrand
    @Sigil_Firebrand 3 роки тому +17

    This is where I would spend my money on a Gladiator.
    IF ANYONE HAD THEM

    • @steveisaak4320
      @steveisaak4320 3 роки тому

      I bought some and am glad I did

    • @dunamoose3446
      @dunamoose3446 3 роки тому +1

      @@steveisaak4320 “glad”
      hehe

    • @max.t957
      @max.t957 3 роки тому

      You can buy some at the armada website

    • @RAMproductions2010
      @RAMproductions2010 3 роки тому

      I got one when it came out and I’m so happy I did. Try Amazon.

  • @Steve-ps6qw
    @Steve-ps6qw 2 роки тому

    Oh man! I didn't know those expansions had campaigns that gave you increases and stuff....or maybe I did but forgot, but that is so cool. I need to get them.

  • @Ale-ef6qi
    @Ale-ef6qi 3 роки тому +1

    I really enjoy these videos and just started to play armada will you make a list where you rate the ships based on their coolness?

  • @bernhardholmok9950
    @bernhardholmok9950 3 роки тому +1

    like the list. my two changes would be Chimera a bit further down since it has a non uniform paint job. understand it's a personal representation but still like uniform ships over custom. 2nd is gladiator a bit higher since that ability ( title card demolisher ) is unique and I have not seen many Imperial lists without it.

  • @deanbroadway3101
    @deanbroadway3101 3 роки тому +3

    I really found this useful. Me and a friend are about to get into the game having just ordered core sets. It’s disappointing to see so much of the stuff that’s high up this list out of stock and “expected in the new few months” it’s really off putting as a new player. I’m hoping that the game is enjoyable with what we have.

    • @theonedude129
      @theonedude129 3 роки тому +1

      If you’re still looking for sets, go to reddit and look up r/FFGtrades some people have been selling their whole sets and parting them out.

  • @Captain-Jinn
    @Captain-Jinn 3 роки тому

    Got the Core Set for $60 just yesterday. Can't wait to start playing! :)

  • @waywardrush
    @waywardrush 3 роки тому +9

    I manage to get 1 light cruiser in the last restock, I need more.

  • @Stormseer88
    @Stormseer88 2 роки тому

    I just bougt Star Wars Armada so I find this very helpful.

  • @agintofchoas7014
    @agintofchoas7014 3 роки тому +1

    Just want a core set, hope to pick one up soon!!!

  • @RickJagger13
    @RickJagger13 3 роки тому

    man this convinced me for sure

  • @adamshipley6835
    @adamshipley6835 3 роки тому +2

    I sprayed Legion mini’s while listening to an Armada video - neat.

  • @susiduo3438
    @susiduo3438 3 роки тому

    Interesting, thank you

  • @carlosmartinezsoto9011
    @carlosmartinezsoto9011 3 роки тому +2

    Amazing vid im waiting for card pack

  • @Broforce1
    @Broforce1 3 роки тому

    another good guide

  • @TomsTabletopBunker
    @TomsTabletopBunker 2 роки тому

    Really appreciate your videos. My issue is I can start out with a plan then buy everything anyways as it's Star Wars

  • @sabinm.jarvis5735
    @sabinm.jarvis5735 3 роки тому

    I have never played Armada but am excited to! X Wing mechanics were fun, but I wanted more of the big stuff, so this will be awesome!
    But I am having issues finding many of the basic pieces, including the Upgrade card collection. Will there be a reprint? Is it out of print?

  • @generalsmite7167
    @generalsmite7167 3 роки тому +3

    I remember when I was buying into armada I tried to follow one of the former lists and now I have a full imperial armada

  • @ricardosoto6776
    @ricardosoto6776 3 роки тому +1

    You made me get into imperial MSU. Now I have 4 arqs with 2 on the way

    • @ricardosoto6776
      @ricardosoto6776 3 роки тому

      @MeNames PoshOpossum9484 FB groups. Specifically in the CO area

  • @matthewharshany2015
    @matthewharshany2015 3 роки тому +3

    before the rules changed (I hate the new rules) i ran 2 v2s and 1 arq and it was nasty so now im looking to buy new ships so thankyou crabbok

  • @Makkeru
    @Makkeru 3 роки тому

    Wish I had people around here to play Armada with, the battle size is really appealing.

  • @MineCrafbybodziu
    @MineCrafbybodziu 3 роки тому

    Just perfect time for this videos bc im about to buy some ships :D

  • @ThanatoselNyx
    @ThanatoselNyx 3 роки тому +1

    While agree that Cymoon and Kuat are great the ISD2 is still king for me. I Jay Adrian the Chimera expansion came with the cards so I could run two ISD2s!

  • @jonathanadamson6476
    @jonathanadamson6476 3 роки тому +1

    Armada does look like a lot of fun I gotta say :)

  • @josephmoberly2109
    @josephmoberly2109 3 роки тому

    Good choices I think, lots has changed. I agree Chimera is top of the list

  • @MitchelShuey06
    @MitchelShuey06 3 роки тому +1

    How dare you, I love the Vic so much
    *Especially the Vic 1, those black dice are incredibly.

  • @seanduarte5989
    @seanduarte5989 3 роки тому +2

    I can't even find light cruisers thanks a lot Crabbok 😂

  • @lelouchbritannia5394
    @lelouchbritannia5394 3 роки тому

    I haven't even gotten the core set yet but I saw the SSD and was like... mine. SO yes a must have and I will build a fleet around it.

  • @collinwynn6107
    @collinwynn6107 3 роки тому

    This video got me into armada and it also pushed me towards legion so yeah how dare you get me addicted lol (thank you:)) enjoy the game so far now I need ppl tp play with lol

  • @noahdoyle6780
    @noahdoyle6780 Рік тому

    Late to the game (in many senses), but I'd advise that if you've got two players just learning the game, that two core sets, especially on sale, are a great deal. You've got enough cards to make things interesting, and the ship variants change things enough to make you learn some new tactics. And you'll have two VSDs, which you'll never need another one after that.
    Excellent list overall, very helpful - and the Chimaera was my first choice after the core set, because ISDs should all have awesome paint jobs.

  • @sean3488
    @sean3488 3 роки тому +1

    I played my first game yesterday and found my way here to figure out what my wife is going to be mad about. Thanks!

  • @some_guy9347
    @some_guy9347 3 роки тому +11

    I’ve been doing my best looking for ISDs and other great ships, but whenever I’m at my local store or on Amazon, all they have are Victories and Quasar Fires... therefore I have two Victory-class SDs and a Quasar Fire II. The Victory isn’t that bad tbh, sure it’s slow, but I love all the firepower it gets in the front. Sometimes I am able to kill a CR90 in a single salvo lol!

  • @sylvesterofterra6168
    @sylvesterofterra6168 2 роки тому

    Very helpful and I’ll think I know my next ships to get now :) And Thrawn and starter set was my first buys as my friend and I’ll bought starter sets each and then swap stuff over so I’ll got double the ship but I’ll have to say never really use second victory lol 😂

  • @David5thUltra
    @David5thUltra 3 роки тому

    hi :) just subscribed to your UA-cam channel as just started in Armada. Got myself 2 x core starter sets and lookinf to playing Imperial. Any recommendations for what to buy next?
    I did manage to grab the SSD for half price also lol. :)

  • @emsully03
    @emsully03 3 роки тому +1

    Armada looks awesome! I'm going to start with X wing and then if I like it, I'll try this out next!

    • @joseibanez227
      @joseibanez227 3 роки тому

      FYI, X wing and Armada don’t have anything in common except the theme. They play different. You might like one, another or both. So if you can try them both before purchasing.

  • @leandroprieto75
    @leandroprieto75 3 роки тому +3

    Yessss!!!!!

  • @ChristianJesseMusic
    @ChristianJesseMusic 3 роки тому +1

    I'd deff buy the Super Star Destroyer if $200 falls in my pocket one day. Such a cool "mini"

  • @starwarslegends5621
    @starwarslegends5621 3 роки тому +1

    I was thinking about getting into armada

  • @DMarlow83
    @DMarlow83 3 роки тому +1

    Needed some good info!

  • @gadsdenshawn6111
    @gadsdenshawn6111 3 роки тому +1

    Imperial light cruisers finally came back into stock a couple of weeks ago... I bought 3. Yes... I am the problem... but if I’d have been able to buy the thing at all in the past 2 years, I wouldn’t have felt the need. :)

  • @Metal4lunch
    @Metal4lunch 3 роки тому

    My first purchase beyond the starter was a second Victory Star Destroyer. This was 1.5 yr ago. I got it because I found it for $16. I almost bought two because it would basically be 2 for the price of one (as everywhere else was roughly $30) at that price, but I didn't. I still regret not going all in and getting two. I don't need a third and can't bring myself to buy one at full price now because I have no need for it. But boy, if I had it I would have and still been using it just for the LOLs.

  • @TheDaltonius
    @TheDaltonius 3 роки тому

    I liked the Star hawk and the interdictor and metaNerdz mentioned this game so I decided to check it out

  • @beckettrash5444
    @beckettrash5444 3 роки тому +13

    Man I really want to buy armada, but I don't want my wallet to be drained by yet another star wars tabletop game

    • @theonedude129
      @theonedude129 3 роки тому

      So which set did you want me up getting first

  • @reignman2263
    @reignman2263 3 роки тому

    Great list as always!
    The only thing I would even remotely debate (and I mean REMOTELY): the Upgrade Card Pack. Just for the sheer value for money factor, I'd put that at the very top of the list. I found one, and even with all the stuff I've bought over the life the game, I wanna get at least one more. That extremely minor nitpick aside, totally awesome list.
    .......and if Rule of Cool took precedence, the SSD would be at the top of my list too!

    • @Crabbok
      @Crabbok  3 роки тому

      Absolutely understandable - the only issue I have is you cannot field a 400 point fleet with the upgrade card pack and the core set - but with the Chimaera you can... hence the order. Still the upgrade card pack's value is incredible.

    • @reignman2263
      @reignman2263 3 роки тому

      @@Crabbok Good call on the 400 points, never thought of that part. AND keeping with the Rule of Cool, you could have Thrawn in your first 400-point build! THere's just something about dropping an ISD on the table ;). Yeah, with your Upgrade Pack opening video, I was going "ooooooooohhhh......ahhhhhhhh" through the whole dang thing!

  • @razerblade4981
    @razerblade4981 2 роки тому +1

    Can you, for future videos like this, please include the price, amount of command tokens the ships have and the stats on amount of squadrons it can command, maintenance score and the other one, I can’t remember it I apologise. But I am very new to this and I thought that it would be very helpful to at least give the price and some stats of the ships and squadrons. Thank you for the video!

  • @jedimastergarcia87
    @jedimastergarcia87 3 роки тому

    I was FINALLY able to get me an Imperial Star Destroyer, really is cool especially in person =] Great for pics even too :P I don't actually play the game yet so

  • @amg5787
    @amg5787 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks for this video, looking forward for the Rebels budget. Just got my core set for $60(hope that was a good price) and wanting to expand my fleets, starting with Rebels, but this is also great as I’d want an Imperial fleet. Can’t wait to start playing.

  • @dougpopson5734
    @dougpopson5734 3 роки тому

    Could you do a updated starter list for both factions. Watched the older videos. Would be nice to have an 2021 starter list.

  • @fabianruf7520
    @fabianruf7520 3 роки тому

    I think this Video is very good.

  • @joshuajordan3507
    @joshuajordan3507 3 роки тому +2

    Coincidentally, I like to rank all my purchases by the cool factor/cost factor intersection... Star destroyers for everyone!

  • @kpasaman
    @kpasaman 3 роки тому +2

    I'd love a guide for the best purchases for someone buying for 2 players. As in, they buy everything and play with a friend or 2

    • @linobeausejour4191
      @linobeausejour4191 3 роки тому

      a good starting for 2 player casual would be : 2 core set + 2 pack of each faction squadron + rogue & villains add 2 small imperial ship and 1 large rebel.