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

[@devslaven]

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]

The empire is no stranger to secrets of matters like these

[@nicholaskallmyer9865]

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]

Welcome to the Imperial Family 😎

[@atrashlemon7735]

Unlimited power

[@ethan9536]

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]

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]

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

[@nathanneugard6276]

Agreed...best Crabbok line of the year!

[@TheDaltonius]

His descendants An ancient treasure? A gigantic flying space triangle

[@JoeEames]

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.

[@Shrackhyde]

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]

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

[@j-mlion3424]

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.

[@disorientedbear]

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

[@nathaniellazo5912]

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

[@ethanpierce22]

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

[@dylzaster1374]

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.

[@hothmandon]

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.

[@rob166]

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

[@Sigil_Firebrand]

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

[@steveisaak4320]

I bought some and am glad I did

[@dunamoose3446]

@@steveisaak4320 “glad” hehe

[@max.t957]

You can buy some at the armada website

[@RAMproductions2010]

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

[@russianreaper7716]

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.

[@Kaneswargaming]

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!

[@theory4488]

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!

[@MitchelShuey06]

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

[@nathanneugard6276]

With you 100 percent!

[@ricardosoto6776]

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

[@ricardosoto6776]

@MeNames PoshOpossum9484 FB groups. Specifically in the CO area

[@generalsmite7167]

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

[@deanbroadway3101]

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]

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.

[@ThanatoselNyx]

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!

[@sean3488]

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

[@davidjacovelli5986]

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

[@kpasaman]

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]

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.

[@andrewnowell1695]

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

[@some_guy9347]

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!

[@Hailthecloudslayer]

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

[@nathanneugard6276]

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!

[@sergiopineda7724]

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

[@joshuajordan3507]

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

[@nathanneugard6276]

God Bless You...why is my cheek suddenly wet???

[@waywardrush]

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

[@ChristianJesseMusic]

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

[@bernhardholmok9950]

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.

[@matthewharshany2015]

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

[@adamshipley6835]

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

[@thomaslilley9635]

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

[@seanduarte5989]

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

[@jeremycourtney8797]

Fun drinking game idea: take a shot every time Crabbok suggests to buy the card expansion upgrade. lol

[@shaniel1877]

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

[@Makkeru]

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

[@JediDawson]

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]

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

[@pep7890]

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

[@wukillah]

That is what I needed, a 2021 update 😃

[@gecko2.617]

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

[@TheBadXample]

Perfect timing i was about to get into armada

[@isthisit781]

Awesome man. This desperately needed an update

[@beckettrash5444]

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]

So which set did you want me up getting first

[@indianajon7980]

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]

Good work as always. Very clear with the explanations.

[@ErokLobotomist]

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]

Thanks Crabbok! These are super helpful.

[@DanY-mj4gl]

a budget fleet: i might recommend 1-2 raiders 4-5 arquitens 2 victory class 1-2 gladiators 1 imperator/imperial star destroyer 1 imperial venator light star destroyer (optional) of course varies, since not all games have the same amt of points.

[@mr.horseshoe2301]

Just got divorced with no kids. I will buy everything.

[@noahdoyle6780]

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.

[@deathless_actual4936]

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.

[@gadsdenshawn6111]

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. :)

[@Steve-ps6qw]

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.

[@db4621]

As always great info...thank you

[@scbask2]

I cannot find Imperial Squadrons II anywhere.. definitely want to add them pretty bad.

[@zacharywheeler6990]

Thanks for the video very helpful!!

[@wargrizzero5158]

Crabbok, like the Empire before him, undervaluing good point defense in the Raider.

[@starmada105]

Honestly PD for ships suck. If you have to defend against fighters just run a few TIEs

[@zachbrazgel6191]

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!

[@coolpb11]

Hey Crab, just getting interested and into Armada. I didn't see an updated version of this for 2022 so I was just wondering if there anything you would change or recommend differently for both Empire and Rebels? Thanks!

[@Gallagher_meme]

Glory to the empire! Thanks for this

[@razerblade4981]

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!

[@katzecat191]

My first ship after the core set was the interdictor. I still believe that it is one of the best ships in the game and the model is definitely great. But I don’t want to buy any squadrons, because they are not pre painted and that’s why their cool factor is 0 to me.

[@Zhukov1898]

Just got the chimera, excited to use it.

[@RatboyScree]

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

[@Isrephael1]

This list doesn't seem like one designed for new players as it does one listing things you think are good to have. A dice pack when you still only have one ship? Upgrade cards when you only have two ships and are still figuring out the basics of flying them? The light cruiser and the Gladiator are both perennially sold out. I would be quite frustrated by this list if I just wanted to actually start playing the game.

[@reignman2263]

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]

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]

@@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!

[@Alphariusorisit]

Looking at getting into this game. Loving the advice.

[@Stormseer88]

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

[@Metal4lunch]

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.

[@jamesklabunde9407]

Empire Family Here.

[@pavarottiaardvark3431]

Empire is one of the best looking Armada factions.

[@devonbiel5027]

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

[@carlosmartinezsoto9011]

Amazing vid im waiting for card pack

[@therealLetsopenit]

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

[@Captain-Jinn]

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

[@josephmoberly2109]

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

[@Mitharan23]

I have flat out told my friend he has to stop flying the SSD. I feel like it's a very Rock Paper Scissors ship/list. I've beaten him before, but it always takes other large and tanky ships to out DPS it. If I go small ships I lose every time and miserably lose. But it is a beautiful mini (I really think we need a different term for something 2' long).

[@lelouchbritannia5394]

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.

[@fischbaum843]

For the EMPIRE I just want to play Armada now

[@emsully03]

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

[@joseibanez227]

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.

[@amg5787]

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.

[@Notashortmidget]

60 is fantastic, it is usually 100$

[@tylerfiore9758]

Me coming from war hammer 50$ for a character capital ship sounds like a steal

[@jonawesome1191]

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

[@agintofchoas7014]

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

[@jonathanadamson6476]

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

[@bencairns4301]

Some great recommendations, thanks very much

[@danieljury1966]

Great video, as always.

[@nathanieleck1023]

You know, as a warhammer player... I realize now this is a much cheaper hobby than I originally thought.

[@collinwynn6107]

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

[@tesakpohlidal2709]

Im sad about Victory-cruiser be lowest on list. (I will get my Victory cruiser under the tree like 3 (one from core-set). But maybe they got reprints on Republic (because they are also in clone wars) + i waiting for restock imperial ships on my store now they have only mostly rebels ships.

[@nicow-zz4he]

I knew the chimaera was the first ship that everyone must buy first.

[@nathanneugard6276]

It really is the best bang for the buck...

[@starwarslegends5621]

I was thinking about getting into armada

[@chucktyler4057]

Availability is priority one!

[@leandroprieto75]

Yessss!!!!!

[@captainlitzs1241]

I really want to get into this but don’t have anyone to play with

[@Hailthecloudslayer]

I feel you dude, I work a lot and go to school... I actually collect much of these parts to have my son play with me when he is old enough. I do find ways to play people online using Vassal though. Good way to dip your toe into armada without having to fully commit.

[@captainlitzs1241]

@@Hailthecloudslayer might have to give that a look thanks for the information

[@Hailthecloudslayer]

@@captainlitzs1241 The Armada discord is a great place to start. That is where I got to look for games or advice. I play Vassal cause I can’t get Table Top Sim to work just right on my laptop but its a great place to wander around if you don’t know you want to drop the big bucks yet

[@TomsTabletopBunker]

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