Shows
YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 100 - Worldsmas Eve!This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are celebrating 100 episodes! We have a supersized star wars question of the week where we sourced tons of answers from the wider community and friends of the podcast. Enjoy as we relive our favorite X-Wing memories just days before Worlds 2024! Can't wait to see you all there, and heres to the next 100 episodes!
2024-03-1859 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 99 - Dune 2 Popcorn BucketThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Kristoff 'Ktoff' to chat about creative uses for the collectors edition Dune 2 popcorn bucket and more importantly recap some list archetypes we are expecting to see at Worlds. Lastly Pete and Chris lay it all on the line with some important gambling business. Enjoy!
2024-03-061h 06YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 98 - STO with DuncanThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Duncan Howard to chat about the recent Sith Taker Open results! We debate if all of Europe is trying to trick the US into bringing generics to worlds and will it work? Enjoy!
Worlds Judges Fundraiser
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1680942457/x-wing-worlds-judge-fundraiser-2024
Worlds Rules Question Form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQ4q7-OkVZ5AhgRFR1sk8PyygAqGNJItvfkfUy_JZ5TLyW2g/viewform
2024-03-0159 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 97 - Endor Rebels with BrettHey all, so sorry for the missed week and late episode but I was sick with covid and down for the count. This week we are back joined by special guest Brett Freeman. We cover the Endor Rebel pilots and I try my best to mute myself when I cough. Enjoy! Back to the regular schedule this week. See you all at worlds!
2024-02-2654 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 96 - Endor Points with ChrispyThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Chris "Chrispy" Patrick to chat about the newly revealed Imperial Endor pilots, the points update and we get the hottest takes from Chrispy on who will win worlds. Enjoy!
2024-02-081h 14YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 95 - King of Las Vegas, Doug HoweThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by the LVO Champ himself Doug Howe. They chat about Dougs winning FO list, the state of the meta, and then break down some fun results from Australia. Enjoy!
2024-02-021h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 94 - Las Vegas OpenLVO is done! The North American WoQs are DONE! The road to worlds gets shorter everyday. Join hosts Pete and Chris as they break down the results from LVO. Enjoy!
2024-01-251h 01YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 93 - Jendon, Soontir and KToffThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Kristoff "KToff" to chat about the upcoming Endor pilots, specifically how do Soontir and Jendon feel on the table (spoiler: they seem good). Then we dive into KToffs plans for Worlds. Enjoy!
2024-01-181h 08YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 92 - New Year, Same ChrisHappy New Year X-Wing! This week hosts Pete and Chris catch up and chat about their new years resolutions, the upcoming Battle Over Endor pack and the worlds hype has begun. Enjoy!
2024-01-1157 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 91 - Merry X-WingmasSeasons greetings and a merry x-wingmas from all of here at yet another xwing podcast. This week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by guests Brett and Andrew to talk about what is on our X-Wing nice and naughty lists.
We will see you again in the new year!
2023-12-211h 00YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 90 - PAX Results and Endor Leaks with DuncanThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Duncan Howard, most recently the PAX Unplugged winner! They chat about the event, some fun matchup talk and then get into the very exciting Battle over Endor leaks - is triple repo Soontir too good to be true? Enjoy!
2023-12-131h 10YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 89 - Mr Worldswide aka Jefferson IsoplaneThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by none other than Daniel "isophane" Lim! They deep dive into the Isoplane Initiative, the history, the goal and most importantly the prizes. After a nice long talk about the spirit of giving and why we should do so, we move onto talking X-Wing where we cover what Daniel has been flying lately and why Pete is wrong about Volan Das. Lastly we cover some interesting scum lists that won around the world. Tune in next week for all the fun PAX Chat!
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2023-12-061h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 88 - The French have QualifiedThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined from across the pond by Liam Baker from the Sith Takers Snapshots podcast. We chat about our dream Star Wars movies, the excitement over the upcoming PAX events and the results from the French Worlds Open Qualifier. Enjoy and see you all at PAX!!
Support the Isoplane Initiative here and lets get more people to Worlds 2024! https://www.xwing.life/
2023-11-291h 10YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 87 - Oops, Pete is Going to WorldsWere back! Pete is back from vacation and this week is joined by special guest Andrew Lewinski to chat about PAX Unplugged only ONE WEEK AWAY! Then we recap a local Store Championship where somehow Pete earned a worlds invite and Andrew came in just behind. Enjoy and see you at PAX!!
PAX Links
Main Event!
Saturday 12/2 X-Wing WOQ! SIGN UP ON THE FORM AND ROLLBETTER
https://forms.gle/sCvTLSHvhkSeTPEz5
https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/921
SIDE EVENTS!
Friday 12/1 Extended Championship (No bans)
https://forms.gle/8jaKfKrChFKuBQ9j9
Sunday 12/3 Fangs Out
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2023-11-231h 09YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 86 - Double Party BusThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Ryan "talonbane" Becker fresh off his Store Championship win with not one but two YV-666s in tow. We chat about his list, the scum faction and the importance of flying what you love. Then we travel around the circuit breaking down fun and interesting lists that performed well. Enjoy!
2023-11-011h 10YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 85 - Oh Canada!This week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Andrew Lewinski who comes bearing exciting PAX news! Then we move on and chat about the Worlds Qualifier in Canada and the Store Champs out in Portland OR. Enjoy!!
If you want to volunteer your skills as an X-Wing Demoer or Judge at PAX Unplugged (12/1-12/3) please contact Andrew by email at 3fatdads@gmail.com
2023-10-271h 13YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 84 - CIS and Republic Buyers GuideThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by local CIS expert Vlad to kick off a new occasional series meant for newer players or players looking to dive into a new faction. We chat about what expansions you should buy to jump into the CIS and Republic factions while keeping a reasonable budget in mind. Enjoy!
Sign up for the Portland Game Store SC
https://www.theportlandgamestore.com/catalog/event_registration/1021_xwing_store_championship/537384
Send me an email with your buyers guide suggestions to yetanotherxwingpod@gmail...
2023-10-1957 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 83 - FO 'round the WorldThis week hosts Pete and Chris dive into the latest WQ and Store Champ lists that are topping the tournament charts and that means a lot of First Order talk!
Also check out our friends at Planning Phase Syndicate, they were gracious enough to invite us on this week, give it a listen!
X-Wing Chat begins at ~9:40
2023-10-121h 04YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 82 - From London to Milan with ChrispyThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Chris "Chrispy" Patrick to chat about the weekends two Worlds Qualifiers, London and Milan. Enjoy!
2023-10-051h 20YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 81 - Golden State Games and MOREThis week hosts Pete, Sam and Chris go over their favorite fun looking lists from all over the world as Store Champs Season rages on. We also dip in and check out the Golden State Games World Qualifier. Enjoy!
Go play a Fun For All in Ypsilanti Michigan on Saturday 9/30!
https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/745
2023-09-281h 18YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 80 - Extended Listbuilding with RobThis week hosts Pete, Sam and Chris are joined by special guest Rob Kneisler from the Liberty Squadron Podcast to discuss fun ship ideas for the extended format. Then in the special after hours portion of the podcast they chat about the newly unveiled Star Trek Into the Unknown game. Enjoy!
Trek talk begins at roughly the 1 hour mark.
PAX Links:
Main Event WOQ
https://forms.gle/sCvTLSHvhkSeTPEz5
Friday 12/1 Extended Championship (No bans)
https://forms.gle/8jaKfKrChFKuBQ9j9
Sunday 12/3...
2023-09-131h 21YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 79 - NOVA Open ResultsThis week hosts Pete and Chris talk Star Wars breakfast, what bomb is best and results from the NOVA Open.
PAX Unplugged registration is OPEN! See the links below
Main Event WOQ
https://forms.gle/sCvTLSHvhkSeTPEz5
Friday 12/1 Extended Championship (No bans)
https://forms.gle/8jaKfKrChFKuBQ9j9
Sunday 12/3 Fangs Out
https://forms.gle/YCqDnMuqh6cHfmWn8
Player packet:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wXegZKScYfqmSx4jBVc5-kbcmlbf_9xzKmoQGP14IHs/edit?usp...
2023-09-061h 09YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 78 - Nova, Pax and Beyond!This week hosts Pete and Chris are joined again by Pax TO Andrew Lewinski to discuss the Pax Unplugged player packet, our final thoughts pre nova. Then they move on to chat about new points for Dash and Bombers and lastly they cover a listener email. Enjoy!
2023-08-311h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 77 - NOVA Prep with JJThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by special guest JJ from Planning Phase Syndicate! They dive deep on strategy and review what lists were liking for Nova and how they might play into the meta. Lastly we ask JJ for some tips on attending a large tournament as a new player, then Pete chimes in with his own.
NOTE: The question of the week is laden with Rebels spoilers. If you want to skip jump to 19 minutes and 2 seconds.
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2023-08-241h 18YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 76 - Chatting with the Local YouthsThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Alex and Shane, two members of the Red Seal Gaming X-Wing Community. They chat about the recent store champs event, we get a great detailed batrep, double check some rules and have a lot of laughs along the way. Enjoy!
2023-08-1659 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 75 - GenCon Recap with ChrispyThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Chris "Chrispy" Patrick to discuss his run to top 4 at GenCon 2023. We break down his list, and deep dive on his top 4 match against the overall winner. Enjoy!
2023-08-101h 15YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 74 - Sam Stays WinningThis week hosts Pete Chris and Sam discuss Sams SECOND store championship win. They also review important rulings for the upcoming GenCon Worlds Qualifier. Enjoy!
2023-08-031h 05YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 73 - Han Solo Loses LSOThis week hosts Pete and Sam discuss how AMG could consider introducing the new Star Wars era system into X-Wing. Then they talk about Han Solo and how to beat him. Lastly they break down some interesting lists from this weekends Worlds Qualifier the Lone Star Open. Enjoy!
The Warren MI Store Champs https://rollbetter.gg/tournaments/438
2023-07-261h 06YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 72 - Bad X-Wing HabitsThis week we open with an exciting announcement from Andrew Lewinski, TO for Pax Unplugged 2023. Well thats not true, we first open with fast food talk and some chat about the Ahsoka trailer.
After Andrew departs the rest of the hosts discuss breaking out of our X-Wing comfort zones and some lists were loving lately. Enjoy!
2023-07-191h 10YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 71 - Come on Down to Trailer CornerThis week the whole gang is back as hosts Pete, Chris and Sam chat about movie trailers, specifically their favorite Star Wars trailer. Then they cover even more tournament results both near and far. Lastly they debate the age old question, are bombers too good?
Send us an email with your favorite Star Wars trailer at yetanotherxwingpod@gmail.com
2023-07-051h 22YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 70 - Petes out, Sams inThis week hosts Sam and Chris hold down the fort while Pete deals with undisclosed legal issues. They cover tons of tournament results and break down the variety of lists we see as store champs season continues. Enjoy!
2023-06-211h 12YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 69 - Store Champs the World Over!This week hosts Pete and Chris break down the latest store champs results from New York to Madrid and back! (and of course we let Chris celebrate the episode number in glorious fashion)
2023-06-151h 14YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 68 - European Tournament ResultsThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Kristoff "Ktoff" to discuss the results from the UK Games Expo, as well as results from some tournaments held in Sweden and Norway. Enjoy!
2023-06-081h 17YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 67 - POINTS 2: Part DeuxWe're back with more POINTS BABY! This week hosts Pete and Chris are joined once again by Brett Freeman and Chris "Chrispy" Patrick to breakdown the remaining factions, what changed and what we are excited to fly! Enjoy!
2023-05-311h 18YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 66 - POINTS with Chrispy and BrettThis week Pete is joined by special guests Chris 'Chrispy' Patrick and Brett Freeman to discuss Bretts status as a store champion, Chrispys early faction rankings and then a deep dive into what we are excited by in the Rebel Alliance. Chris Daniel sneaks in right at the end to drop some opinions and stay tuned next week for the rest of the factions! Enjoy!
2023-05-251h 21YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 65 - Richmond Open and Pining for PointsThis week hosts Pete and Chris review results from the RIchmond Open! Then they share some of their (hopefully) last minute wish lists for points, plus what should be banned / unbanned or restricted? Enjoy!
2023-05-101h 04YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 64 - May the 4thThis week hosts Pete and Chris chat about seeing Return of the Jedi in theaters, talk about their hopes and excitement about the new starter sets and briefly speculate on upcoming points changes. Enjoy!
2023-05-041h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 63 - Advantage Templates and YouThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guests Brett and Andrew to discuss a recent local tournament, the new store champs kit and answer the burning question - do you let opponents move your ship? Enjoy!
2023-04-261h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 62 - Celebrating Star WarsThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by special guest Kristoff "Ktoff"! Together they discuss Star Wars celebration reveals, what we want from more movies and tv shows and where we think they might head with the newly announced Rey movie. Then we move onto X-Wing and further chat about the next steps of the game. Lastly we dive into a bat rep from a local tournament this past weekend. Enjoy!
2023-04-131h 25YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 61 - Adepticon Reveals!This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam discuss the reveals for X-Wing shown off at the AMG Adepticon panel. Battle of Endor, YT-2400, TIE Bombers, Store Champs and Children of Mandalore. Then they discuss how the Mandalorian complicates the X-Wing faction timeline divisions and what exactly should the future of the scum faction be? Enjoy!
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2023-04-051h 22YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 60 - Worlds Results with ChrispyIts been 40 years since the release of Return of the Jedi and boy are our arms tired. This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by Chris "Chrispy" Patrick to break down his fantastic worlds run, the lists we saw, the fun we had and the friends we made. Then we chat about some of the new reveals from AMG for the future of the game. Enjoy!
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YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 58 - The Strategy EpisodeWORLDS IS NEXT WEEK! This week hosts Pete and Chris kick things off with a James Bond themed question of the week followed by a deep dive into Chris' list for worlds and his strategy going into certain matchups and scenarios. See you next week!
2023-03-1558 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 57 - Worlds Prep with Brett and AndrewThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Liberty Squadrons Andrew Lewinski and Brett Freeman to discuss the newest rulings doc released in advance of worlds. Then they recap a local tournament, the last one pre-worlds! Finally the return of the Star Wars question of the week. Enjoy!
2023-03-081h 14YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 56 - Sith Taker Open 2023 with ChrispyThe Worlds 2023 hype train rides on this week with hosts Pete, Chris and special guest Chris "Chrispy" Patrick. They discuss Worlds 2023 format, Sith Taker Open 2023 results and the newly unveiled Worlds prizes! Enjoy!
2023-03-021h 12YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 55 - Scum Support Group with Cam MurrayThe road to worlds continues this week with special guest Cam Murray joining hosts Pete and Chris to deep dive on some meta list expectations we have for worlds, what we might fly and what might win. Cam and Pete commiserate on the sorry state of Scum and Rebels too. Join us for lots of laughs and a reasonable amount of tears.
2023-02-231h 10YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 54 - Its the Resistance!This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam deep dive on a listener question - is GA-97 good actually? They review the options, the drawbacks and how much you are really sacrificing by keeping a ship held back for 3 rounds. Then they review some lists from the Evergreen Open, recap the last round of the Kyber Cup and set their eyes on Worlds as the next big thing. Enjoy!
2023-02-1559 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 53 - Listbuilding Panic Mode: EngageThis week host Pete enters a pre-worlds listbuilding death spiral and drags Chris and Sam with him kicking and screaming. Listen as they detail the absolute worst scum ideas possible and talk Pete off a ledge. Enjoy! See you at worlds!
2023-02-081h 06YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 52 - 3 Agility Dooku MetaThis week hosts Pete, Chris, and Sam break down the top cut lists from the Las Vegas Open - The FINAL North American Qualifier before Worlds. We chat in depth about what the lists might tell us about the meta and does the list make the pilot or the other way around? Enjoy!
2023-02-021h 17YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 51 - Two Kyber Losses LaterThis week hosts Pete and Chris review not 1, not 2 but 4 Kyber Team Championship matchups they played. Then they talk expectations for LVO and lastly chat a little about the Shatterpoint unboxing. Enjoy!
2023-01-261h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 50 - The Road to Worlds with KtoffThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Kristoff 'Ktoff' Sote to chat about Kyber round 1 results, and the upcoming round 2 matchup. Then we talk lists for worlds and where Ktoff thinks Y-Wings fit in the current resistance squads. Happy episode 50 everyone thanks for sticking with us! - Pete
2023-01-181h 05YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 49 - Dexter Jettsters eBay PageThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam chat about some exciting upcoming events including the format for Worlds 2023! Then they review tournament results from a local tournament Pete played in, talk about the ongoing Kyber Cup Team Tournament and lastly Sam appeals his ban from discord. Enjoy!
2023-01-1157 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 48 - Happy New Year X-Wing w. ChrispyThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Chris 'Chrispy' Patrick. We talk about listener submitted resolutions for the year, Chrispy tells us all about the Nickel City X-Wing Draft League and gets us hyped to sign up for the next round. Lastly we touch on some list talk and worlds excitement. Enjoy!
Watch the finals for NCX on Thursday at https://www.twitch.tv/nickelcityxwing
Happy New Year everybody!
2023-01-041h 13YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 47 - Yet Another Holiday SpectacularSeason greetings from your friends at Yet Another X-Wing Podcast! This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam descend into madness discussing Santas naughty list, ChrisPys nice new list and a confirmation that Tierneys power knows no bounds. Pete also discusses his holiday season experiences with the Polar Express and the Elf on the Shelf. Sprinkled among those topics we have holiday songs sung by Chris, and some wishes for the new year.
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to you all, see you next year!
2022-12-211h 02YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 46 - Scenario Events with Rob KneislerThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Rob Kneisler from Liberty Squadron. Together they chat about running scenario events, judging PAX and some hopes for future standard loadout expansions. Enjoy!
2022-12-151h 07YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 45 - PAX Recap with ChanceThis week hosts Pete and Sam are joined by special guest Chance Crawford from Liberty Squadron as they recap PAX Unplugged. They talk general convention stuff, the big tournament, lists and the top 8. A top 8 that included our very own Sam! Enjoy!
Questions or Comments? Be part of the show by sending us an email at yetanotherxwingpod@gmail.com
2022-12-081h 21YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 44 - Plugging Pax Unplugged with Andrew LewinskiThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by Liberty Squadrons Andrew Lewinski! Andrew is knee deep in PAX Unplugged prep but he took time out of his busy schedule to join us and give us a rundown of this weekends event. What we can expect on Friday, Saturday and Sunday - side events, main event, prizes and more! Lastly Andrew decimates Petes hopes and dreams by stoking the fires of list anxiety. Enjoy!
Send us questions, comments, and feedback @ yetanotherxwingpod@gmail.com
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2022-11-301h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 43 - We're Thankful for PointsThis week hosts Pete and Chris celebrate Thanksgiving by first reviewing favorite holiday foods before moving into giving thanks for the new points update thats alongside the release of Hotshots and Aces 2. Hope to see some of you next week at PAX!
Email the show with questions or list suggestions at yetanotherxwingpod@gmail.com
PAX Event info
2022-11-241h 11YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 42 - Hot Shots Part DeuxThis week hosts Pete, Chris, Sam, and Matthew get together to do a quick round up on some tournament news from last week and then they deep dive into the Hot Shots 2 leaks! Will Petes trust in Chris be broken? Probably!
2022-11-171h 34YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 41 - NorCal Results with Good ChrisThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by yet another Chris! Chris Knight, former New York local has taken the west coast by storm and joins us fresh off a 3-2 showing at the Golden State Games Worlds Qualifier. We chat about lists, results and life itself. Plus the most important question of all, how many seasons will Andor have on Disney+? Listen and find out!
SPOILER WARNING - We have spoilers for Andor up through episode 8 that end around 13:50, so skip ahead if you want to skip.
2022-11-091h 23YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 40 - The Assassination of Electro-Chaff Missiles by the Coward AMGThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam celebrate Halloween by discussing their scariest X-Wing moments. Then they chat about Petes experience with the new Standard Loadout cards and the potential future that more SL cards can bring. Lastly they wrap up by discussing the small but potentially impactful points update. Enjoy!
PAX Unplugged Event info: https://fb.me/e/2U3VI8U1m
PAX Unplugged Event signup: https://forms.gle/bs2VH9ZyWBFGYwNJ7
2022-11-021h 21YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 39 - Pointmas Eve with Brett and KentPointmas is upon us! When this was recorded hosts Pete, Brett and Kent had no idea what to expect! Join them as they chat Exegol results, desired points changes, and of course, Star Wars Galaxies Edge in Walt Disney World! Enjoy!
2022-10-281h 01YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 38 - Canadian National Qualifiers with Cam MurrayThis week hosts Pete and Chris are taken to school by Cam Murray! Cam recently placed 2nd at the St Lawrence Open and joins us to discuss his list and matchups. Then we touch on much belated XTC discussion. Lastly we deep dive on scenario specific turn 0 strategies and what it might take to save scum. Enjoy!
2022-10-191h 11YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 37 - Points Wishlist!This week hosts Pete and Chris review each faction and discuss our hopes, dreams and expectations for the upcoming points adjustment! Enjoy!
Links to events discussed:
East Coast Gamers, Toms River NJ: https://www.facebook.com/events/652309336228251/
Red Seal Gaming, Matawan NJ: https://tabletop.to/obiwan-october-halloween-extravaganza/signups
Carcosa, Brooklyn NY: https://www.carcosaclub.com/events/2022/10/30/x-wing-is-back-casual-tournament
Nickle City X-Wing, Buffalo NY: https://www.facebook.com/events/609818780600869/
East Coast Gamers Charity Event, Toms River NJ: https://www.facebook.com/events/644057190473196/
2022-10-121h 17YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 36 - Hotshots and Aces 2 SpoilersThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by special guest Joaquin! Joaquin is a longtime TO and staple of the NYC X-Wing community. Together they go over all the revealed pilots from both the leak and official reveal of Hotshots and Aces 2. Enjoy!
2022-10-051h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 35 - The Trial of Brett FreemanThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by guest hosts Zach Hood (Red Seal Gaming, KFC) and Andrew Lewinski (Liberty Squadron) to talk X-Wing! Its bat-rep city over here because we review the most recent local tournament held at East Coast Gamers where Zach came third and friend of the podcast Brett came first! HOWEVER, the hosts debate if Brett is a bad person for flying Vader Defender. Stay tuned for the verdict.
Stick around until the end for the exclusive details on X-Wing at PAX Unplugged compliments of the TO himself, Andrew!
2022-09-281h 27YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 34 - Yet Another Sci-Fi Media PodcastOn this episode hosts Pete, Chris and Sam take a slight detour from X-Wing to argue Star Wars rankings, lightsaber battles, and then move on to other sci-fi movies like Star Trek! Enjoy!
2022-09-221h 12YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 33 - More NOVA Chat with KtoffThis week we are joined by Kristoff "KTOFF" to talk about his fantastic run at NOVA where he earned 2nd place overall! We chat about his top cut matches, what he felt went right, how close he came to getting knocked out earlier and lessons learned from the final. Enjoy!
2022-09-141h 21YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 32 - NOVA Results and a Surprise ChrispyThis week hosts Pete and Chris break down the very exciting lists and results from the NOVA Worlds Open Qualifier. So many friends of the podcast attended and we just had to share our excitement over their lists. About halfway through a wild Chrispy appears and joins then to chat about matchups and his turn zero strategy. Enjoy!
Read Pauls Blog here: https://ramblingsofawargamer.wordpress.com/2022/09/05/vive-la-resistance/
2022-09-071h 25YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 31 - Oricon with Runner Up Bill HayesThis week hosts Pete and Chris are back to chat about lists and results from the GSP Oricon Galactic Qualifier and they're joined by none other than area local and tournament runner up, Bill Hayes. Bill walks us through his list, including his decisions to not include Darth Vader or an ISB Jingoist! Then we talk about some of the competition faced and cool lists we liked seeing. Enjoy!
2022-08-311h 13YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 30 - The Talented Mr ChrisThis week hosts Pete, Chris, and Sam discuss Sams time at Gencon. Then thanks to a suggestion from the community they discuss favorite 1 and 2 point upgrades. Finally Chris cheats and brings up a 3 point upgrade. Enjoy!
Check out the isoplane initiative to get folks to worlds!
https://www.hexiledgaming.com/isoplaneinitiative
2022-08-171h 25YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 29 - GenCon Wrap UpThis week hosts Pete and Chris deep dive into the GenCon tournament results, as well as cover the general vibes and Petes awful tournament results. Then they bring things closer to home and chat about the latest tournament at Red Seal Gaming in NJ. Enjoy!
2022-08-111h 11YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 28 - Twas the Night Before GenConThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by Liberty Squadrons Brett Freeman. They discuss results and lists from the Hanover Worlds Qualifier, Bretts recent win at a local tournament and final prep for GenCon! They dig in deep on some specific trends and archetypes while Pete and Chris try to learn from a pro like Brett. Enjoy!
2022-08-031h 20YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing Podcast27 - Ministravaganza, Malachor and More!This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam staff their own Federation Starship with Star Wars characters, discuss trends seen in the GSP Malachor lists, debate GenCon lists and discuss some of the new reveals. Enjoy!
2022-07-201h 12YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 26 - Chatting with ChrisPyThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are joined by Chris "ChrisPy" Patrick, recent winner of Kyber Cup and GSPs Sullust tournaments. This younger and more exciting Chris chats with us about the First Order, Electro Chaff Missiles, playing with family and more! Many thanks to him for the great conversation, enjoy!
Follow ChrisPys endeavors by following Viper Squadron:
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4KRkO43Jo1DvHCqXqZ9Po9
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vipersquadron
2022-07-131h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 25 - Kyber Cup and More!This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam discuss results from the Kyber Cup (more FO?!), talk about lists that excite Sam, and Chris begins a misinformation campaign. But first we kick it all off with a very patriotic Star Wars Question of the Week™. Enjoy!
Come join us locally with the Brooklyn Strategist Tournament:
Facebook info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing/permalink/5146960548706969
Tabletop.to: https://www.tabletop.to/palpatines-champion10
2022-07-061h 28YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 24 - Practice Makes PefrectThis week hosts Pete and Chris discuss the age old X-Wing question - how does one “get good”? More specifically how do we go about picking a tournament list and how much practice do we get in before the event? How do we go about identifying a good list and bad list? Enjoy!
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YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 23 - Sullust ChatDuring this weeks supersized episode hosts Pete and Chris break down the top 16 lists from GSP's Sullust Galactic Qualifier. Turns out Chris is excited by all the First Order lists! Then after an ample spoiler warning they discuss episode 5 of Kenobi and take bets on the finale. Enjoy!
2022-06-221h 34YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 22 - Battle of Yavin Reveals!This week hosts Pete and Chris chat about the very exciting new Battle of Yavin pack reveals, what we think of standardized loadouts and what it might mean for the future of the game. Then we review some local tournament results from our friends down at Red Seal Gaming and Brooklyn Strategist. Enjoy!
*the initial version of this audio had an error that has now been fixed!
2022-06-151h 17YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 21 - A New Meta from Across the PondThis week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam are reunited once again to discuss the results from the UK Games Expo X-Wing Worlds Qualifier (say that 10 times fast). They break down the top cut lists, discuss what excites them and absolutely butcher some names. Sorry Bartosz! The boys brought the right amount of chaos this week and I know you'll enjoy! - Pete
2022-06-081h 02YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 20 - I'm Just Excited About X-WingThis week Pete is ABANDONED by Sam and Chris. So instead we have friend of the podcast Matthew on as guest host to talk lists that excite us, local tournament chat, cinematic moments in games and spoiler filled chat about Kenobi episodes 1 & 2. For those who haven't yet watched there is an ample spoiler warning before the talk begins. Enjoy!
2022-06-011h 19YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 19 - News Rules, who dis?This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam dive deep into the new rules regarding scenarios, ionization, range 0 attacks and more. They briefly discuss points and the state of the game. Enjoy!
2022-05-251h 37YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 18 - Yet Another Liberty Squadron PodcastThis week hosts Pete and Chris are INVADED by PA natives Brett and Andrew! Brett and Andrew host the Liberty Squadron Podcast and we were so happy to have them on to hear their takes on the latest card reveals from AMG as well as the state of the game. Enjoy!
Join the PA Facebook Group for Event information and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sjxwingalliance
Join the Tri State X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/KkfjGgwnBb
2022-05-181h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 17 - The Pong Krell EpisodeThis week hosts Pete and Sam take is slow and easy discussing the latest reveals from AMG, as well as plenty of broader Star Wars talk and discussions on the changes we would like to see to the listbuilding system. Enjoy!
Join the Tri State X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/KkfjGgwnBb
2022-05-111h 09YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 16 - Tom Trazz and the Charity Tournament RoundupThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by the ever elusive Tom Trazz! Tom is fresh off a big tournament win at East Coast Gamers charity tournament benefitting the JF Party Dragon charity. They discuss the tournament, list building strategies, and should trajectory simulator B-Wings be banned? Big shout out to Chris for getting some in the moment comments from other tournament participants, enjoy the show!
2022-05-041h 18YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 15 - Combo-wing is Back BabyThis week hosts Pete, Chris, and Sam review their favorite combos across various factions. Then they take some time and help Pete get his tournament prep life organized so he stops forgetting his essential components. Enjoy!
2022-04-271h 13YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 14 - Clone Z95 Preview with KeithThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by guest host Keith Wong! Keith is the server owner and moderator of the X-Wing: Second Edition (2.5) community discord server. We chat about his experience building that server and community. Then we get into chatting with Keith about his current favorite faction, the Galactic Republic. Finally we chat about the new Clone Z95 preview from AMG. Enjoy!
NYC X-Wing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing
NYC X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
Jersey Shore X-Wing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups...
2022-04-201h 14YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 13 - Petes Bad Scum OpinionsJoin hosts Pete, Chris and Sam as they descend into chaos while the Mets blow a lead in the 9th. This week we chat about flying the Gauntlet, Chris' inability to multitask, the newly unveiled Cad Bane Mobile. Finally Pete risks getting cancelled by discussing his honest opinion of scum ships. Enjoy!
Join us online and for in person events
NYC X-Wing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing
NYC X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
2022-04-131h 13YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 12 - Yet Another Attack Wing PodcastJoin hosts Pete, Chris and Sam as they discuss the latest news and events for Wizkids' hit licensed wargame, Star Trek: Attack Wing. Later they pivot to a lesser known property, Star Wars X-Wing where they discuss the hotly released Razorcrest and Gauntlet Fighter expansions, can 3 ship lists succeed and how does one pronounce Gar Saxon. Enjoy!
*for those who dislike fun and star trek, skip to ~7 minutes in.
NYC X-Wing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing
NYC X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
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2022-04-061h 14YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 11 - Adepticon Chat with ChuckHosts Pete and Chris are joined by Chuck Crawford, fresh off the flight back from Adepticon. We talk his experiences at the con, playing in X-Wing Duos, the Legion World Qualifier and the X-Wing World Qualifier. We talk about specific matches and then talk about some listbuilding trends we are seeing. Finally Pete convinces Chuck that the ETA-2 DOES deserve the cannon slot.
Upcoming NYC X-Wing events -
Brooklyn Strategist - 4/3
Carcosa Club - 4/10
For details and signup information join us on Facebook and Discord!
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2022-03-301h 24YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 10 - Picking a List for AdepticonHosts Pete, Chris and Sam discuss the upcoming Worlds Qualifier at Adepticon. Sam is going but what list will be bring? Listen as the brain trust both builds and destroys his confidence. Enjoy!
2022-03-231h 24YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 9 - Worries of the Worst OrderThis week hosts Pete and Chris are joined by special guest Scott! They chat about Scotts love affair with Emon Azzameen, the general strengths of Scum in 2.5, followed by the state of the game for the First Order faction. Lastly Chris reports back from his special assignment in Disney World's Galaxy's Edge.
Hex & Co Tournament on Sunday 3/20 join us!
NYC X-Wing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing
Tabletop.to signup link for Hex: https://tabletop.to/siege-of-mandalore-hex-tourney
NYC X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
2022-03-161h 12YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 8 - NYCs First 2.5 TournamentThis past Sunday we held NYC X-Wings first tournament using the recently released 2.5 ruleset in its entirety. Hosts Pete and Sam are joined by tournament organizer Marek and tournament player Haris for a great conversation about scenarios, listbuilding and the tournament itself. Enjoy!
Join NYC X-Wing on discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
2022-03-101h 20YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 7 - Chill takes on 2.5This week hosts Pete and Chris tackle the huge changes released by AMG last week. Chris has a few games under his belt he talks about and together they chat about scenarios, ships were excited for and how new tournaments might look.
Join us for NYC's inaugural 2.5 tournament at the Carcosa Club hosted by friend of the podcast Marek:
tabletop.to page - https://tabletop.to/carcosa-welcome-to-xwing-25
carcosa event page - https://www.carcosaclub.com/events/2022/3/6/x-wing-25
2022-03-0259 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 6 - Local Tournament ChatGreat news X-Wing players! The new 2.5 rules and points updates are out and ready to tackle! Bad news! Chris and I recorded on Monday so our takes will be out next week. For this week we have a casual chat about our most recent NYC tournament at Hex & Co on the Upper West Side. We talk the winning lists, we hear from some of the players and of course we share the YAXP Tip of the Week. Enjoy!
2022-02-2358 minYAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 5 - Sith talkin' the Sith Taker Open 2022This week hosts Pete, Chris and Sam dive into the top lists at the Sith Taker Open 2022, a real life IN PERSON X-Wing event. They also talk upcoming events they're excited for.
Links:
NYC X-Wing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nycxwing
NYC X-Wing Discord: https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
Crossroads Classic 5 Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/453151802808508
2022-02-161h 16YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 4 - Putting the Fun in FundamentalsWhile we eagerly continue to wait for new rules, Pete and Chris take it easy and cover some classic X-Wing fundamentals we all have to focus on. We chat turn 0, listbuilding, favorite archetypes and of course some personal anecdotes. Enjoy!
Interested in playing with us? Join the NYC X-Wing discord https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
2022-02-091h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 3 - The PAX King Judges LVOPete, Chris and Sam are joined by none other than the reigning PAX Unplugged 2021 Champ Marek Marcinkiewicz! We talk PAX lists, LVO lists, the Separatists faction and why no one else loves Tri Fighters. Mix in a few rambling trips down memory lane and you have yourself a great show.
Interested in playing with us? Join the NYC X-Wing discord https://discord.gg/WgeZtCu
2022-02-021h 03YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 2 - Community Building with KTOFFIn the first half of this episode Pete and Chris are joined by Kristoff, better know as KTOFF to chat about what its like to bring new players into X-Wing. We discuss his home store Red Seal Gaming and their growing X-Wing scene. In the second half Pete chats more with Kristoff and they are joined by Zach, a new player who has learned a lot from Kristoff and the other veteran players.
Live in the NY/NJ area? Join the RSG discord and come play X-Wing! discord.gg/redsealgaming
2022-01-281h 06YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 1 - Meet the HostsPete and Chris are joined by Sam Page, venerable NYC expat currently living off the grid. We talk about first tournament experiences, our history with the game in general and Sam honors us with an old man story from the days of 1.0.
A note on audio quality: its not up to par this episode, this will improve and I hope you'll check out episode 2 to see for yourself.
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YAXP - Yet Another X-Wing PodcastEpisode 0 - Welcome to YAXPshhh, don't tell anyone you've heard this. This is sacred, secret stuff. This episode is used to seed our podcast feed. Get everything up and running before we have real content. But be sure to subscribe and you'll get access to Star Wars X-Wing the Miniatures Game™ discussion and content on a weekly-ish basis. Enjoy! - Pete
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