I have recently introduced my 11 yo son to BFG. Surprisingly, the misses decided to join in too. We have played 3 games so far, adding more rules each time. I expect the next game all the applicable rules will be added. So far we have played the same lists:
SPACE MARINE FLEET
Strike Cruiser (145pts)
Strike Cruiser (145pts)
Gladius Squadron x2 (90pts)
Hunter Squadron x3 (120pts)
IMPERIAL NAVY FLEET
Tyrant (195pts)
Dauntless (110pts)
Sword Squadron x3 (105pts)
Cobra Squadron x3 (90pts)
My intent was to balance each side with 2 capitol ships and 2 escort squadrons. That gives my son and wife the same number of ships to control. However, after our last game I fear that I have short changed them a bit. The Strike Cruisers completely outmatch their IN counterparts, especially factoring in the Thunderhawks.
I suppose, we could just swap sides, but I would like to see if their list can be tweaked. The only thing that I could think of was to swap the Tyrant for a Gothic or Dominator (+/- 5pts).
Any suggestions?