TF vs SW bass size and point value

[darthjarjar]

I just got my first TF booster and the "HOT SHOT" I got has a very small base (the size of a trooper base) for a 40 point figure. For example no 40 point jedi with force blast would have such little base. What is up with that?
And are there other discrepancies or unbalanced point values like this in the TF line?

[Penguin]

Yes his base is th smallest size, but his weight and missile arm are great for balancing. In the best position he could be stronger than the biggest sized bases.

[greyelephant]

"I caught you a delicous bass"


I actually like Hotshot. Yes he has a small base, but he packs a wallup of a shot.

[predacus]

And if you're concerned about base size, use Excellion. Exact same figure, but on a larger base. May also depend on if you prefer Rally (Hot Shot) or Sacrifice (Excellion).

In any event, I prefer Overhaul over either of them (and he's only 30pts).

[thecasualoblivion]

Hot Shot is still probably the hardest to knock down small "bassed" figure in the game. Still, I could never trust a figure with that small of a base. Based on my usage of Excellion, that sculpt has fantastic defense against missiles. That being said, for the same cost, you get a larger base with Excellion and in my opinion a much better special ability.

His shot is great, but Excellion and Overhaul both have the same shot, and both are vastly better figures, especially Overhaul.

Hot Shot should never be used.

[Penguin]

Then we get the choose Excellion or Overhaul and of course Overhaul is better.

[thecasualoblivion]

penguin255 said:

Then we get the choose Excellion or Overhaul and of course Overhaul is better.

Excellion has a fantastic defensive stance and isn't limited to just eating Autobots to stay alive. It does have advantages.

That being said, Overhaul is 30pts instead of 40pts, which makes all the difference in the world.