Galactic Ambition: A Star Wars Unlimited Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Dan and Jason have returned from Gen Con 2024, so let's talk about the ups and downs of the weekend for the Star Wars Unlimited community! From convention exclusives to events, there's plenty to cover! 0:00 Introduction 2:10 Judge Program and Planetary Qualifiers 9:00 Sets 4, 5, and 6! 14:50 Twilight of the Republic Mechanics 19:14 How to Support Maindeck 20:33 Recap: Gen Con 2024 1:08:35 Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

The Shadows are at large, and Dan and Jason talk about their first decks in the new format, as well as going over some news and con discussion! Reanimator Kylo and Mono Blue Gar are on the menu, and we've been loving them both! 0:00 Introduction 4:34 The Con Exclusive Promo Set 29:58 New OP Software Incoming 34:54 How to Support Maindeck 35:57 Dan's Rips & Reanimator Kylo 45:25 Jason's Rips & Mono Blue Gar 1:08:22 Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

In the fourth episode of Galactic Ambition, Dan and Jason discuss Bases in the game - what they mean for the game's development, and what our first slate of Base choices look like! 0:00 Introduction 2:20 The Bad Batch Trailer (No spoilers) 4:23 Jason Finally Plays Constructed 7:00 Talking Chirrut 15:13 How to Support Maindeck 17:13 Bases and Lore 27:47 25 HP Bases 42:00 Future Design Space 51:16 Final Thoughts & Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

It's the third episode of Galactic Ambition: A Star Wars Unlimited Podcast, and finally Dan and Jason talk some GAME! SWU has a unique "color" system in its aspects, so we dive into the themes of each aspect, what draws us to each one, and how different leaders push those themes. Which aspects are your favorites? 0:00 Introduction 3:00 Our Star Wars Tastes 17:00 How to Support Maindeck 18:05 Aspects - Heroism & Villainy 30:32 Aspects - Aggression 39:17 Aspects - Vigilance 1:01:58 Aspects - Command 1:18:46 Aspects - Cunning 1:35:38 Final Thoughts & Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

**Sorry about Jason's audio popping! It's being fixed for the next one!** In our second episode of Galactic Ambition, Dan and Jason dive into what we know about Star Wars Unlimited's Organized Play, as well as what sort of hopes and expectations they have for what's yet to be revealed. With evenly balanced praise and constructive criticism, we hope this is an intriguing deep dive into the topic of what makes Organized Play work in a TCG! We hope you enjoy! 0:00 Introduction and New Years Resolutions 5:54 The Direction of the Podcast 11:15 How to Support Maindeck 12:23 The Facts about SWU OP 19:16 Our Initial Thoughts on SWU OP 21:30 Alt Art Promos, Unique Effect Promos, and Promo Packs 39:48 Dan's Foils Take 44:30 Judge & TO Expectations and Support 55:56 Website & Software Expectations 1:04:08 Players' Relationship with TCGs & TCG Companies 1:08:38 Our Wishes and Final Thoughts Audio only version available on our website: https://www.maindeck.games/2024/01/05/organizing-play-galactic-ambition-a-star-wars-unlimited-podcast-episode-2/ SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #grandarchive #gatcg #tcg #podcast #podcasts ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

Hello There! It's our very first episode of Galactic Ambition: A Star Wars Unlimited Podcast! Dan and Jason take this episode to introduce themselves to a Star Wars oriented audience, and discuss a road less traveled among SWU podcasts so far - how has the Marketing been for the game, and maneuvers should FFG make on the hyperspace lane to launch? We hope you enjoy! 0:00 Introduction 6:33 Who is Jason Toro? 9:40 Who is Dan Green? 15:37 How to Support Maindeck 17:45 Marketing So Far - The Con Circuit 30:10 Marketing So Far - Social Media 42:40 Marketing Next Steps - LGSes 54:00 Marketing Wish - Disney Plus 1:00:40 Wrap Up Audio only version available on our website: https://www.maindeck.games/2023/12/22/marketing-maneuvers-galactic-ambition-a-star-wars-unlimited-podcast-episode-1/ SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #grandarchive #gatcg #tcg #podcast #podcasts ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

Dan and Jason take a look at the presale pricing for Shadows of the Galaxy on the eve of its prerelease - what cards are people willing to shell out for, and which are worth it? Let's dive into the whats and whys! Comp Rules (new changes are in red): https://cdn.starwarsunlimited.com//SWH_Comp_Rules_2_0_abd621bde5.pdf 0:00 Introduction 5:52 The New Comp Rules 16:48 How to Support Maindeck 18:13 The Most Anticipated Cards from Shadows of the Galaxy 20:33 Krayt Dragon 45:25 The Darksaber 55:30 Poe Dameron 1:03:56 The Mandalorian 1:06:33 Kylo's Tie Silencer 1:14:05 Rey, Kylo, & Snoke 1:18:23 Maul 1:22:43 Triple Dark Raid 1:26:07 Final Thoughts & Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

Galactic Ambition is back at last for a final look back at Spark of Rebellion! How did FFG do with set 1, and how did our takes turn out after the game's first four months? We'll talk about overview, opinions, and hopes for the future as we get ready for the exciting launch of Set 2, Shadows of the Galaxy! 0:00 Introduction 8:22 How to Support Maindeck 9:43 Spark Retrospective 48:36 Our L Takes & Hopes 1:18:57 Final Thoughts & Outro Audio only version available on our website: SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

The low audio quality is KILLING me! Please bear with this episode, it will be back to normal next time!! In this episode of Galactic Ambition, Dan and Jason give their honest thoughts on Gen Con's SWU events, as well as discuss an array of exciting spoilers from Set 2, Shadows of the Galaxy! Thanks as always to https://www.swudb.com for keeping us up to date on spoiler images! 0:00 Audio Apology 0:29 Introduction 2:00 Gen Con Events & Thoughts 28:29 How to Support Maindeck 30:16 Rey 37:00 Moisture Farmer 41:20 Kylo Ren 48:42 Kylo's TIE Silencer 51:49 Palpatine's Return 58:38 Boba Fett 1:03:07 Modded Cohort 1:08:06 Kylo (Again) 1:08:51 Bossk 1:15:39 Jango Fett 1:19:35 Fell the Dragon 1:20:48 A New Adventure 1:24:18 Finalizer 1:27:12 Poe Dameron 1:30:33 Give In to Your Anger 1:32:25 Final Thoughts & Outro Audio only version available on our website: https://www.maindeck.games/2024/05/24/more-shadows-spoilers-galactic-ambition-a-star-wars-unlimited-podcast-episode-10/ SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh

Shadows of the Galaxy is the MUCH anticipated second set of Star Wars Unlimited, releasing in July 2024! We're finally going to dig into our thoughts on the first batch of spoilers with some highlights, rules talk, and speculation about playability! 0:00 Introduction 1:35 Reactions to Last Episode 8:13 How to Support Maindeck 10:00 Shadows Starter Deck Speculation 11:57 Moff Gideon 21:47 The Mandalorian 29:15 The Mandalorian's Rifle & Capturing 36:12 Wanted & Bounty 40:30 Dr. Evazan 47:07 Unexpected Escape & Rescuing 49:10 Timely Intervention & Smuggle 53:48 Hotshot DL-44 Blaster 1:01:10 Grogu 1:06:35 The Mandalorian - Wherever I Go, He Goes 1:10:05 Follower of The Way 1:14:24 This Is The Way 1:18:04 Outro Audio only version available on our website: https://www.maindeck.games/2024/04/27/shadows-preview-review-galactic-ambition-a-star-wars-unlimited-podcast-episode-9/ SUPPORT MAINDECK by shopping on TCGPlayer with our affiliate link at no extra cost to you! https://tcgplayer.pxf.io/maindeck JOIN THE MAINDECK DISCORD and chat with other fans of a wide variety of TCGs! https://discord.maindeck.games Follow Dan on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/MaindeckGames #starwarsunlimited #swu #fantasyflightgames #podcast #tcgpodcast ► We are supported by our generous patrons on Patreon - check out the link here and consider supporting us for bonus perks and behind the scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/maindeckgames ► Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaindeckGames/ ► Written content, resources and more at: http://www.maindeck.games Music from Epidemic Sound!! Get access to a huge music library for a small monthly fee. Try it out through my link below to support Maindeck as well! https://share.epidemicsound.com/pa4rmh