Quick answer
If you're building a Star Wars Legion army from scratch or need an extra set of range and movement tools, the Essentials Pack is your starting point. But you'll also need updated unit and command cards for your faction to play the latest rules.
What the Essentials Pack does and doesn't include
The Star Wars Legion Essentials Pack provides the physical tools you need to play: range rulers, movement templates, and generic order tokens that work with any faction. It does not include any unit cards, upgrade cards, or command cards. If you're starting fresh, you'll need these cards separately to field your army with current rules.
When to add a unit card pack
The Galactic Empire Unit Card Pack and Separatist Alliance Unit Card Pack contain updated unit and upgrade card rules for their respective factions. These are essential if you want the latest balance changes and card text. The Empire pack focuses on helping highly-trained troops adapt to unpredictable rebel tactics, while the Separatist pack bridges your army to the newest version of the game with 38 unit cards and 115 upgrade cards.
Why command cards matter
The Galactic Empire Command Card Pack adds 88 updated unit, upgrade, and command cards specifically for Imperial commanders. If you play the Empire and want to leverage strategic commanders who can change the tide of battle, this pack gives you the latest command options. It's an upgrade path for existing players who already have the core set but need refreshed cards.
How to decide what to buy
- Starting from scratch: Buy the Essentials Pack for tools and tokens, then add the unit card pack for your chosen faction (Galactic Empire or Separatist Alliance). You'll have everything needed to play a legal game with current rules.
- Already own a core set: Skip the Essentials Pack unless you need extra tools. Instead, buy your faction's unit card pack to update your cards. Add the Empire Command Card Pack if you play Imperial commanders and want the latest command options. Focus on card packs to modernize your army without duplicating tools.
- Building multiple factions: Get one Essentials Pack for shared tools, then buy a unit card pack for each faction you play. Command card packs are optional but recommended for Empire players. One Essentials Pack covers all your factions; invest in card packs per army.
Product facts
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Star Wars Legion: Galactic Empire Unit Card Pack: The Galactic Empire Unit Card Pack contains updated unit and upgrade card rules for Star Wars Legion, helping imperial troops adapt to the evolving battlefield. If you play the Empire, this pack ensures your army uses the most current card text and balance updates without buying a new core set.
Star Wars Legion: Galactic Empire Unit Card Pack
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Star Wars Legion: Separatist Alliance Unit Card Pack: The Separatist Alliance Unit Card Pack includes 38 unit cards and 115 upgrade cards, bridging your army to the next chapter of Star Wars Legion. This is the most efficient way to bring a Separatist army up to date with the latest rules and card options.
Star Wars Legion: Separatist Alliance Unit Card Pack
Who should buy what
Best for
- New players building their first Star Wars Legion army who need both tools and updated cards
- Existing players who want a second set of range and movement tools for tournament or demo play
Not for
- Players who already own a core set and only need updated faction cards — buy a unit card pack instead
- Collectors who don't play the tabletop game — the Essentials Pack has no display value
