CARD: Heroic Retreat
WHAT IT DOES: Hits'n'runs!
WHY IT'S AWESOME: Let's be honest, friends. When you pull the envelope containing Han Solo and Chewbacca during a 12-Way Duel, you know things are stacked against you. It's a Force-user's world, and all you've got is a blaster and the minor character your eleven competitors want to kill first. But you know what? THAT'S JUST THE WAY HAN LIKES IT!!! Unlike the Fetts, fellow shooters who can fly out of danger, Solo has to use his feet to escape. Shooters work best when they can stay under the radar. Moving around and gathering no moss is a strong strategy for a character like Han. Hitting someone with five points of damage on your way out of town usually isn't enough to prompt a chase from a lightsaber, but it's enough to to leave a sting. And with two of these in your hand you can stay nimble. The other huge advantage to these cards is that you aren't burning defensive cards. Han is weak sauce when it comes to defending himself, so even one and two point defense values are needed to survive.
BEST USED: When you're flipping sides! Thank your former alliance partners with five points of love and get the heck out of there. Chances are they'll have bigger fish to fry. Try to get a bit of raised terrain between you and your ex-mates for added protection.
WORST USED: Up close and personal without using the five spaces of movement. Point blank is not the way to go, hence the word "retreat" on the card. Don't be a hero. Shoot first. (See what I did there!!!)
FINAL THOUGHTS: Han has twice as many victories as the Emperor and Luke, so you've got a shot. And these attack cards are key to survival and the win.
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