Deploy the Garrison: Season 4 Episode 4 - Activation Advantage

In this episode of Deploy the Garrison, Kris and Alan cover a few recent games and take a tactical deep dive into one of the most important tools in Star Wars: Legion—early activations.

From units that thrive going first to those that set the pace without sacrificing position, we break down what gives you the edge when tempo matters most.

🪓 Officers Mess:

• Kris returns to the table with two games using his Wookiees!

• Lessons learned, deployment quirks, and how the new edition feels in motion.

🧠 Main Topic:

• What makes a good early activation?

• Which units or archetypes help you control the flow of a round?

• How has the new edition shifted this dynamic?

💬 Sidebar Discussion:

• Should Standing Orders still exist?

• Is it a helpful safety net—or is it stalling the game's evolution?

🧭 Join us for insights, laughs, and a tactical discussion that might just change how you write your next command hand.

📖 Full episode notes and companion article available at dicehate.com