Review: Star Wars: Unlimited Set 5

By the moons of Yavin, this set is the stuff of true Jedi Order Legends. Star Wars: Unlimited has already proven itself as a gateway into galactic skirmishes, but Set 5: Legends of the Force is the kind of expansion that feels like cracking open an ancient Jedi holocron and finding knowledge you didn’t even dare to hope for.

At its core, this set is drenched in the currents of the Force. Jedi, Sith, Nightsisters, Inquisitors, even the wayseekers of the High Republic echo through these cards. It doesn’t matter which era you pledge allegiance to, the deck possibilities pull from across the ages. Prequel die-hards will revel in Clone Wars-era Jedi clashing with Dooku’s dark designs, Original Trilogy purists can reenact the eternal Skywalker vs. Vader duel, while sequel fans will get their fill with Rey and Kylo’s fateful bond. Furthermore, Old Republic lore-junkies will finally feel vindicated seeing figures like Darth Revan or Bastila Shan manifest on the tabletop. Even whispers of Mortis itself seem to haunt some of the card art, hinting at powers beyond simple light or dark.

How it plays
The mechanics of this set practically hum like a kyber crystal. Jedi decks lean toward patience, discipline, and carefully-timed strikes worthy of Master Yoda’s teachings. Sith strategies revel in aggression and deception, overwhelming with surges of raw power like Palpatine orchestrating the fall of the Republic. Nightsisters and dark adepts bring trickery and resource manipulation, while hybrid builds let you pair Force wielders with clones, smugglers, or even Mandalorian warriors. There’s something wildly satisfying about seeing Ahsoka team up with Din Djarin against a deck built around Exar Kun – it’s like writing your own alternate Star Wars history every game.

And it isn’t just about marquee names. Legends of the Force digs deep into the archives, pulling characters and archetypes that only the most dedicated holocron-keepers will recognize. High Republic guardians of Starlight Beacon? They’re here. KOTOR-era heroes and Sith Lords who shaped the ancient galaxy? Present. Even subtle nods to the Mortis gods and the World Between Worlds creep in for players who live for the deep cuts. This isn’t surface-level fan service, it’s the kind of detail that makes you feel like the designers raided the Jedi Archives themselves.

The thrill of slamming down a card that unleashes Force lightning or orchestrating a Jedi counterstrike feels cinematic in a way no holo-vid can capture. One moment you’re channeling the wisdom of Qui-Gon, the next you’re embracing the fury of Darth Nihilus, draining life from your opponent’s strategy like a galactic parasite. And when the duel ends, win or lose, you’ll find yourself staring at your deck with that wide-eyed, midichlorian-charged grin only true fans know.

May The Force be with you…
Overall, Legends of the Force is more than an expansion. It’s a Force vision, binding together eras, characters, and destinies into a single gaming experience. It feels like standing at the crossroads of every Jedi trial and Sith betrayal the galaxy has ever known. If you’ve ever argued about whether Plo Koon could take Darth Malgus, or lost hours diving into Wookieepedia entries about the Je’daii Order, this set was made for you. For the rest? Well… the Force will guide you, if you’re willing to listen.