Double Rebel Whammy

Game #1

Rebel Leader Karl went up against Sith Lord LaBan and Hutt Spice Merchant Extraordinaire Kent Wood in a pizza-fueled battle for control of the galaxy.  In an unusual initial setup, the Rebels were very strong in the Mid Rim. 

After their first turn, they managed to capture the Wild Space, only to follow up with capturing the Ison Corridor and, surprisingly, the Mid Rim as well.  Of course, the Mid Rim was immediately invaded and neutralized. 

But the cards were all in the Rebels hand.  The Emperor's starbase was discovered and destroyed at the beginning of turn 3 for a short game. 

Game #2

After such a quick game there was time to spare, so we set up with the same factions for a rematch.  The Emperor came out on the first turn and his starbase went under the Death Star at Hoth.  The Rebels had drawn a "Move the Force Meter one space to the light side and look under any starbase" faction card as well as "Set all dice on their maximum value."  Playing the first card revealed the Emperor's hiding place and neutralized the initial +1 Imperial Death Star advantage.  The second card destroyed the protective Death Star and the remaining troops were quickly overcome by eager Rebels forces.  This represents the shortest possible SWR game (1-1/3 turns or 4 plays).