$20.29
Every Star Wars: X-Wing 2.0 commander knows the frustration: you’ve built the perfect squadron, only to watch it crumble against unpredictable turret fire. The standard solutions—stacking agility or overspending on upgrades—leave your fleet unbalanced and vulnerable.
What most players don’t realize is that 78% of tournament-winning Scum lists incorporate the JumpMaster 5000’s unique movement profile. The Punishing One expansion doesn’t just add another ship—it introduces an entire psychological warfare dimension to dogfighting.
The Bounty Hunter’s Edge
Fantasy Flight Games’ Wave 5 expansion delivers more than just Dengar’s iconic vessel. It’s a masterclass in asymmetric warfare design:
Ship Anatomy: Three-Level Breakdown
- Physical Structure: The 1/270 scale model features the JumpMaster’s distinctive circular cockpit and offset turret mount
- Game Components: 19 cards including the feared “Dengar” pilot card (PS6) with unique revenge attack ability
- Mechanical Advantage: The 3-printed speed dial enables sudden Koiogran turns that punish chasing ships
Scum Fleet Showdown
| Model | Firepower | Maneuver Cost | Upgrade Slots |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punishing One | Turret + Primary | Low (White 3-turns) | 5 (Incl. Illicit) |
| Firespray-31 | Rear Arc Only | High (Red maneuvers) | 4 |
| Lancer-class | Mobile Arc | Medium | 4 |
From Pursuit to Payday: A Bounty Hunter’s Journey
Initial State
Your opponent’s A-Wing dodges every shot, taunting you with its 3-agility dice
Trigger
They boost into range 1, thinking they’ve found a blind spot
Punishing One Play
Activate Dengar’s ability: “When defending, if the attacker is in your front arc, roll an additional attack die”
“The Moment They Realize”
There’s a particular satisfaction when an opponent leans forward to examine Dengar’s card after their prized interceptor explodes. This expansion delivers those table narrative moments that transform casual games into legendary encounters.
More Than Metal
At $20.29, the Punishing One expansion isn’t just purchasing plastic—it’s acquiring psychological leverage. The included Quick Build cards (featuring “Gonk” droid synergy) lower the learning curve while the reprinted upgrades ensure compatibility with newer waves.
For collectors, the JumpMaster 5000 model stands out among Scum ships with its industrial aesthetic. For competitors, Dengar’s revenge mechanic forces opponents to fundamentally rethink engagement strategies. Either way, this expansion earns its place in any serious Star Wars: X-Wing 2.0 collection.