1. WHAT IS THE GUIDE ABOUT?

Written by

CLAUS STAAL

2. HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE PLAYING STAR WARS DESTINY?

3. WHAT KIND OF SCUM ARE PLAYING?

(Photo of the YOUR Destiny group together with lead designer Jeremy Zwirn at Worlds 2018).

4. IS DESTINY EXPENSIVE?

5. WHAT ARE "CYCLES", "FORMATS" AND "ROTATION"?

CYCLES

FIRST

1.

Awakenings

Expansion Set

2.

Spirit of Rebellion

Expansion Set.

3.

Empire at War

Expansion Set.

4.

Kylo Ren Starter Set

.

5.

Rey Starter Set

.

SECOND

1.

Legacies

Expansion Set

2.

Way of the Force

Expansion Set.

3. Across the Galaxy Expansion Set.

4.

Two-Player Starter Set

.

5.

Boba Fett Starter Set

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6.

Luke Skywalker Starter Set

.

7. Rivals Draft Set.

THIRD

1. Convergence

Expansion Set

2.

Spark of Hope

Expansion Set.

3. Covert Missions Expansion Set (Release: Jan 17, 2020)

4.

General Grievous Starter Set

.

6.

Obi-Wan Kenobi Starter Set

.

7. Allies of Necessity Draft Set.

6. THREE FORMATS IN STAR WARS DESTINY:

AWAKENINGS CYCLE:

LEGACIES CYCLE:

CONVERGENCE CYCLE:

6.1. STANDARD FORMAT IN STAR WARS DESTINY:

the end of a cycle

Convergence Cycle

ONLY USE THEM IN INFINITE FORMAT

6.2. TRILOGY FORMAT IN STAR WARS DESTINY:

6.3. OVERVIEW OF ELIGIBILITY:

7. THE HOLOCRON DOCUMENTS:

The changes made to the points cost of characters in the game. If a character is mentioned with a points change in the Holocron that change takes precedence over any points cost printed on the actual card. Many characters have had subtypes, i.e. Leader, Trooper, Advisor, etc., added to their characters, which are not printed on the actual card. The Holocron, again, takes precedence over the actual card.

The restricted list for each format. The restricted list indicate a list of cards of which you can only choose 1 to include in your deck. You can still bring two or more copies in your deck of any card, but you can only ever include 1 card from the restricted list.



8. WHERE TO FIND THE RULES:

9. WHAT TO BUY?

10. I'M GOING TO PLAY AGAINST MY BEST FRIEND ONCE PER MONTH:

11. I'll PLAY A COUPLE OF TIMES PER MONTH:

12. I'LL PLAY REGULARLY IN MY LOCAL GAME STORE:

13. I WANT TO TRADE, BUT WHAT ARE CARDS WORTH?

Common (marked light blue)



(marked light blue) Uncommon (marked yellow)



(marked yellow) Rare (marked green)



(marked green) Legendary (marked purple)

TOTAL NUMBER OF CARDS IN SET: 160



57 Common = 35%



43 Uncommon = 27%



43 Rare = 27%



17 Legendary = 11%



14. WHAT IS THE TOURNAMENT SCENE LIKE?

RELAXED TIER (Season events and Store Championship).



(Season events and Store Championship). FORMAL TIER (Prime Championships)

(Prime Championships) PREMIER TIER (Grand, Continental and World Championship)

PREMIER TIER (Galactic Qualifiers)

RELAXED TIER events are organized by Local Game Stores that will buy official promo kits from Fantasy Flight Games Organized Play department. Most stores will be able to get their hands on several Season Event kits and one Store Championship kit . It is up to your Local Game Store to order and purchase these within a set deadline. If your LGS is not particularly active with Destiny , it might be a good idea to ask them to order it.

events are organized by that will buy official promo kits from department. Most stores will be able to get their hands on several and one . It is up to your to order and purchase these within a set deadline. If your is not particularly active with , it might be a good idea to ask them to order it. FORMAL TIER events, Prime Championships , are also organized by Local Game Stores , but supply is much more limited. Not all Game Stores will receive a kit, and they need to apply for it from Fantasy Flight Games Organized Play department.

events, , are also organized by , but supply is much more limited. Not all will receive a kit, and they need to apply for it from department. PREMIER TIER events, like Grand Championships, are organized by Fantasy Flight Games. These events are huge, sometimes tickets can be difficult to get because of demand, and in 2018 there were reserved tickets for the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, with just a portion of the tickets available for the general public (the same will be the case for Worlds 2019, while Worlds 2020 is advertised as an "invite only" event).

15. WHAT ARE TOURNAMENT PRIZES LIKE?

16. WHAT CARDS/TOKENS ARE LEGAL?

*). All tokens are displayed on a custom made play mat used by the YOUR Destiny crew.



All are displayed on a used by the crew. 1). Original FFG tokens that can be won in various tournaments.

that can be won in various tournaments. 2). Third party token set from Buy The Same Token .

Third party token set from . 3). Third party Power Action Tokens donated by CPH Laser Design for YOUR Destiny.

17. SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!

18. MORE READINGS:

19. CONTENT CREATORS & RESOURCES:

Star Wars Destiny Deckbuilder (SWDESTINYDB) is the premium online deck building resource. They include new cards as soon as they are spoiled and allow you to create decks directly in the database, save them and even export to Table Top Simulator .

is the premium online deck building resource. They include new cards as soon as they are spoiled and allow you to create decks directly in the database, save them and even export to . Table Top Simulator is invaluable for competitive and casual Destiny players alike. We'll soon release an in-depth guide to how to get started with TTS.

Fantasy Flight Games is owned by Asmodee, one of the world's largest distributors of games. Sometimes it happens that you buy a booster pack, and the Rare or Legendary card in the pack is mismatched with the die. It doesn't happen too often, but it is bound to happen at some point or the other. Asmodee actually has pretty good customer service when it comes to replacing product pieces that are broken or missing. The RULE for mismatched products is: If your card does not correspond with the die included in the booster pack, Asmodee will send you a replacement card for the corresponding die. They do not replace the die unless it is damaged! ALWAYS KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS as proof of purchase, otherwise Asmodee is not going to replace your damaged product! Also remember to read the FAQ on their Customer Service Policy for Star Wars Destiny Products. Use this link to submit request for a replacement product.



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It's a 31 page document and while most players will never read it from start to end, it is definitely worth studying if you intend to play in aor just have random rules questions that thedoesn't offer the answers to. Does it mean that you'll get every single rules question answered there? Probably not, but it's a good starting point! I have it downloaded to my iPad which means that I can search for keywords in the document, which is handy if I need to look up something specific.It says in the bottom of the document which version it is. We are currently operating under theIf you still have a lot of unanswered questions, then you can always go to one of the many, eitherorto seek answers to you questions. The largest group with some 12500+ members is STAR WARS: DESTINY . It's moderated, and although there are still some badass internet warriors there, it's probably one of the best community resources you'll have access to.If you cannot find the answer to your questions in the, thenalso publishin a community thread on their website and you canThere's a lot of stuff that can be bought for, and it's really only your wallet that limits you.I usually tell people to buy from their(I even wrote an), but if that's not an option, then there are loads of online retailers that carryproducts!I always recommend that youBuy, maybe add in(the Convergence draft set) and a few(preferably from thecycle). That should keep you and your friend happy for the first couple of months, and if you still like it, you can add on.And why wold you buy two of each? Because incharacters are defined as being played with either 1 or 2 dice. Ais normally played with 1 die whereas acan be played with either 1 or 2 dice. It is indicated on a character whether or not it's. When a character is played with 2 dice it is referred to as an "".Because characters normally come with just a single die, i.e. the characters in theyou'll need to buy two of the sets in order to play your characters(with 2 dice).This sometimes frustrates players a bit, because they realize that they now have 2 cards for the characters where they in fact only need 1 card, but only purchased the last card to get the second die. Unfortunately that's how it is!you also get access to another (second) copy of a lot of other usable cards. So it's not ENTIRELY wasted.Now, you'll probably want to add to your collection, because the original purchase you made severely limited the variety of decks (characters teams) you could play.. In a game likethere will always be players getting out of the game. That's inevitable. And while it's a pity, we do want players to stick around, this is actually your chance to procure some cheap cards.would beUnlessthere is almost no sense in buying a bunch of booster displays. If you are looking for particular characters, either because you want to build a specific deck or just because you love those characters, in most instances you'll be better off just buying those characters as singles, whether from friends or stores.The three most expensive cards in the game are currently evaluated between 33-40 $US, and while this can seem like a lot, it is rare to see cards this expensive. Most cards that are commonly used inare(less than 1$/card) and most of the "expensive cards" will be around 10$/card.Manycan be purchasedfor as little as, while most will be around, but compare that to the purchase ofwhere you'll end up with tons of cards and dice you don't need, then I know where I would put my money!! Although there is always the possibility of trading cards, but if your local gaming scene is small, chances might be slim.Alright, now we are talking.If playing regularly, maybe as much as once per week in youror with a larger group of friends, and you want to be able to field as many decks as possible, then I'd definitely recommend buying a collection as your starting point addingto make up for the sets that are incomplete. You might not be a collector, but if you need access to every single card in the game, then expect to put down some cash.I've heard a few players talk aboutas an investment. It's a bad investment just like a car is a bad investment. There are absolutely no guarantee that your cards will retain their value, so do yourself the favor and just look at the cards from a pragmatical perspective. They'll enable you to do exactly what you wanted:(and possibly every deck imaginable).In the, we briefly talk about the topic of buying cards, and we use, co-host of the podcast, as an example of the buying pattern of an exclusively competitive player. Mads has never bought a single booster pack. He purchasedand, that's it! Any other card he has ever needed for any competitive deck he played at tournaments, he has either borrowed or bought as singles.Cards inare separated intoWhen you buy aand/or a), you'll receive the following distribution of cards (into rarity):andcards come with a die associated, bothandcards do not have die.The distribution ofthefor, was:Normally, in most trades,are swapped with otherwith, etc.But the second hand market is a "", sometimes it's to the advantage of the seller and sometimes to the advantage of the buyer. Capitalism man ... In order to not get "cheated" in a trade most people will usually consult a guide of prices for singles, which often () reflects the buyer/seller situation on the current market.Sometimes prizes do change dependent on the meta, i.e., which in the earlywasn't played often and was considered too weak to regularly feature in decks whereas it went through a renaissance in theand often featured in decks and the price was adjusted accordingly (it's now down to 5$ again):There are a few guides for figuring out what the price is for a. The resource that is being used the most is thehosted by theWhile that is not a definitive price guide it is a good starting point for players who have no idea how to evaluate their cards. The prices in theare accumulated from the prices ofin stores across theand a few storesas well ().- Jan 2, 2020)Once you have played your first games and want to test how "good you really are", you might want to get involved in the tournament scene. And while theis nothing compared to, that has a fully sponsored PRO TOUR, Pro Tour Qualifiers and fairly good monetary prizes involved, theis generally good and diversified., those that are regulated by, are separated into the following tiers:Different tiers use different rules for the organization of the tournament, i.e. how many rounds are being played, and you can find all of the. There are also different expectations to the players depending on the tier of the tournament being played (tournaments are supposed to be for everyone no matter their skill level or knowledge of the game whilecompetitions expect of players to have thorough knowledge of the game, the rules updates, etc. and will be played in a competitive atmosphere).The organization of various events depend on the, but are generally speaking:You can findhere as well as some links to articles we've compiled about getting ready for tournaments!As already stated, if you are coming in from the competitivescene (or any other high stakes game) you'll be sorely disappointed with the tournament prizes inThis a general policy for. Agree or disagree, but that's how it is.If you are in it for the big bucks, I'd actually recommend that you take up, and then you can enjoyon the side. I know that people often talk aboutas the benchmark of earning money from playing cards, but that's silly, when according to theupdate on all-time earnings thefor poker players compared to theplayers were:I know that it sounds like a jab at, and it really isn't. I'm just saying, if the monetary prizes are what fires up your engine, why not go all in on it? Sometimes putting things in perspective alters the way you see them.tournaments are more moderate and have previously consisted of :Usually prizes includes(regular cardboard for participation andfor),for the game,for the top players and a. Most of it can be kept to spice up your games and make your decks look flashy or be sold on the. Prices on the second hand market for collectible items are "" and in some instances have been enough to fund a trip for a player who wanted nothing but the experience and glory, and couldn't care less about the various prizes., a tournament format now discontinued by, used a different system of prizes unique to the "". I wrote... you might still find thosefor sale - that's where they came from.If you are, i.e., onjust be aware of what kit you are buying from. A play mat from ashould not be evaluated as highly as a play mat from a, which in turn should be less worth than aplay mat. There will be hundreds ofwhile play mats fromwill be much more scarce., buying, etc. is much cheaper after a couple of months, whereas straight after a tournament it's incredibly overpriced.Some of the cards are printed in acalled " Aurebesh ", and it is the ". Be aware that normally the quality of theis different from that of your normal cards, and you'll be able to see the difference on the back (sometimes the size also differ slightly).The content creatorakafromkeeps anreleased byfor. If you are a true collector you might find some of the products quite difficult to come by as they were released in EXTREMELY LIMITED quantities (and the price follows that limited availability!).is being distributed around the world in plethora of languages, including:, etc. (I've probably missed a lot of languages)., whether pulled from a booster pack or bought on the second hand market are legal for official games, no matter the language.There are a number of(often referred to as) alternative cards made, sometimes circulated at tournaments, given as gifts tobyor even sold in web stores, and while many of them are super cool and extremely well made, they are not legal at tournaments. If you do decide to bring one, you should always consult theto hear about specific legality at that tournament and bring the original card just in case!In thereleased by, they note about legality:There are a lot of cool stuff that can be used to swag up your games ofYou don'tspecial made tokens and can easily play with thesupplied in theThere are basically no limitations to what you can spend your money on as aplayer. There are so many things out there.At some point you might wonderand, whatto use for your, and whatto choose (if you haven't already won one at a tournament). Maybe you need aor whatever elseyou can imagine. It's up to you and the size your wallet to decide what you want to spend your money on!The only requirements for tournament play relates toSo, if you intend to participate in ayou'll need to get hold of somefor your cards! Chances are that you'll want those any ways as to not wear your cards down after the first riffle shuffle.means sleeves that does not reveal the backside of your cards.We constantly release, but these links might be particularly useful for you:Now you've spent most of your money onand, and you are all fired up for your first tournament! And you realize that it would be great to know a bit about what's going on in the world ofThere are a lot of, and you can spend most of your day looking at other people's deck builds, read articles about how to become a betterplayer, get advice on everything from specific deck match-ups to what stuff you should buy (but that's probably already too late!).The following is athat I myself either regularly listen to, read or consult. I do not pretend to have a full overview of every singleout there nor do I assume that I'm right on the buck in my estimation of them (if you are one of thementioned and feel my characterization is off, please contact me):I'd be an idiot though, if I did not start off by saying that I think you should listen to the YOUR Destiny Podcast , read our articles (and you're already off to a good start by getting this far in the current article), see ourand follow our live streams on Twitch If you like what we produce please consider supporting us on, so we can provide you with even more high quality content. You get access to our training sessions on, and an invite to our, home to ourand, and many other benefits.Theandis not in any way affiliated with! We are an independentfor a game we love to talk about and play!