Model Additions - Star Wars

Good morning everyone; we have finally escaped 2020 together, at least according to the calendar. Along with a new year I have also completed a new batch of models; all Star Wars this time. First on my list for the year were Nebulon-B2 Frigates for both my Imperials and Rebels, a class I have long desired but been unable to acquire. Second on my list, having received a long awaited order from Warbases, were fighters. Picking through my box of Star Wars fighters, I selected a set of models and got to work.

This model was custom 3D printed.

Filling out the frigate weight class for my Imperial fleet are four Nebulon-B2 Frigates. This is an upgraded form of the classic Nebulon-B featuring heavier armour and firepower.

This model was custom 3D printed.

As with any class of starship the Imperials use, the Rebels end up with a few themselves; theft, defection, or black market purchases ensure nothing stays solely Imperial for long. For my Rebel fleet, two Nebulon-B2s should be sufficient.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

Always in need of more basic TIEs, I made sure to include five TIE/Ln Fighters in this batch bringing my total up to twelve. It occurs to me that I can now model a full squadron of TIE Fighters in 1:1.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

Alongside basic TIEs, three more TIE/Sa Bombers add to the collection of standard models at my disposal bringing my total to six bombers.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

As I am primarily modeling the later years of the Galactic Civil War from Hoth to Endor, the proportion of Interceptors is higher than in previous years. The addition of three TIE/In Interceptors brings my total to six and should prove sufficient for my needs.

This is a modified Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

While I enjoy the advanced scout and recce TIE models I currently have, the Imperials desperately needed some cheaper options. Enter the TIE/Fc Fire Control fighter, a simpler and cheaper alternative. I modified these basic TIE models from FFG with the appropriate antennae.

This is a modified Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

Just as with the TIE/Fc, I desired a cheaper alternative to the TIE Bomber. The TIE/Gt Ground Targeting fighter is a basic TIE variant with an extended hull, bomb bay, and torpedo launchers. These smaller bombers are well suited for deployment on frigate and light cruiser class vessels. I modified these basic TIE models by extending the hull to the rear.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

Advanced recce for the Imperial fleet is provided by the TIE/Rc Vanguard, a sensor heavy variant of the basic TIE. Alongside the one I already painted, my fleet now counts three Vanguards in its number.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

Hyperdrive equipped fighters are a rarity in the Imperial fleet, long range scouts even more so. The TIE/Sr Scout is a niche variant in an overlooked role in my fleet. With one already painted I now posses three Scouts.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

While I strive to build my collection in a sensible and lore consistent manner, even I need a treat occasionally. The TIE/It Interdictor is a variant of the TIE Bomber taken to a ludicrous degree with four ordinance pods surrounding a cockpit. This behemoth is silly, stupid, and I love it.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

An often overlooked asset in the Imperial Navy, the GAT-12 Skipray Blastboat was a common sight deployed as standard on Imperial Class Star Destroyers. My fleet would not be complete without it.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

But of course my Rebels needed one too.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

My Rebel fleet contains a varied collection of starfighter types but their are some types which should be more common. The R-41 Starchaser is a widespread fighter used throughout the galaxy, including in great number by the Alliance. These two models join the one I had previously painted.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

In use across the galaxy by planetary defense forces, pirates, and the Rebels, the Cloakshape is an underwhelming fighter, perfect for expanding my motley Rebel force.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

I am a sucker for B-Wings; I don't have any need for six models, the two I have painted already are more than sufficient. But I had four more, so now I have six.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

RZ-1 A-Wings are a frightening fighter when used correctly and are a favorite of my gaming group. The two I already had did not feel like enough but with six now completed I feel it does.

This model is from Shapeways and can be found here.

Continuing to expand the fighter options for the Rebels, the R60 T-Wing enters the collection. The T-Wing is an underwhelming fighter that failed to deliver on its promise to supplant the A-Wing but makes for an interesting alternative nonetheless.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

One fighter that every group has, fields, or needs is the BTL Y-Wing. This venerable design saw action from the Clone Wars all the way to the fight against the First Order. With these three I now have six but I need more, mostly as I need to convert a few into Longprobes, the recce variant of the Y-Wing.

This is a Star Wars Armada model from FFG.

Everyone loves X-Wings, everyone wants X-Wings, everyone forgets about the Z-95 Headhunter. As widespread as the Y-Wing, the Z-95 fought all across the Civil War far outnumbering the X-Wing until perhaps Endor. This unsung hero of the Rebellion deserves more love which is why I now have six.

With these models completed I laid out the entirety of my two fighter collections. The Imperial horde has reached the point where any more additions will cause it to expand to a second shelf in my gaming room.

The gaggle of Rebel fighters has now forced me to push the fighters and ships onto two separate shelves as I had to do with the Imperials some time ago. In taking this picture I realized that I only have three X-Wings painted, something I will have to correct in the near future.

The gallery for my Star Wars fleets can be found here.

That's everything for now. At the moment my butt is being kicked by 22 Excelsior Class and 4 Centaur Class for my Starfleet force. Its a lot of straight black lines along nacelles, ugh.