Star Wars: Squadrons/U-wing


 * U-wings keep the squadron flying. This is a support fighter specializing in disabling enemy fighters and empowering the squadron.
 * -Zerelda Sage

Support craft have a number of auxiliary systems dedicated to helping their team and hindering their opponents. While poor dogfighters and should never be in the middle of a furball, supports are often bullied by other players due to their value. They have a few anti-fighter auxiliary options, but lack the mobility of fighters and interceptors and the raw damage of bombers.

As a support, you will also be responsible for coordinating the rest of your team. You will be the furthest back from the action, and have the widest view of the battle. Communicate with your team and tell them about the stealthed TIE fighter going for a torpedo run on your capital ships.

In Fleet Battles, support craft function similar to a goalkeeper: they set up offensives and keep the offensive moving in the direction their team wants. Supports should seldomly attack enemy fighters directly and avoid flying too close to the action.

Support U-wings will usually run the repair droid, which allows them to heal and resupply other Republic fighters. The tactical shield is helpful in cases where your team refuses to withdraw to your position for healing.

Official Description: A sturdy gunship, the U-wing starfighter is a well-armed swing-wing vessel with support capabilities that make it dangerous against the Empire, and vital for New Republic squadrons.

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