Star Wars Legion – Episode 1: Padawan Rises

1000 Point Star Wars Legion Tournament | Poole, Dorset

Only eight commanders will answer the call. Will you be one of them?

Prepare your army, sharpen your tactics, and step onto the battlefield for Star Wars Legion – Episode 1: Padawan Rises, an intimate 8-player Star Wars Legion 1000 Point tabletop gaming tournament held in the heart of Poole, Dorset. This is your chance to rise from Padawan to proven general in a full day of cinematic, competitive tabletop gaming.

With limited spaces, themed tables, and prizes on the line, this is not a tournament you want to hear about after it’s sold out.

Event Details

📅 Date: Saturday, 28th March 2026

📍 Location:Retrocave, 498 Ashley Road, Poole, Dorset, BH14 0AD, United Kingdom

🎟 Capacity: Only 8 players When the slots are gone, they’re gone.

What to Expect

This Star Wars Legion tournament is designed to be competitive, immersive and welcoming, whether you’re a seasoned tabletop veteran or a newer commander ready to test your skills.

• Three rounds of 1000 Point Star Wars Legion games

• Standard-style (1000 Point) tournament format

• Star Wars themed terrain on every table, inspired by iconic planets from across the cinematic universe

• High-quality cloth mats, clearly labelled tables and terrain guides for smooth, focused play

• A full Saturday of tactical decision-making, clutch dice rolls, and unforgettable tabletop moments

Every table tells a story. Every game matters.

Schedule of the Day

• 09:30 – 10:00 | Registration

• 10:00 – 12:30 | Round 1

• 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch Break

• 13:30 – 16:00 | Round 2

• 16:15 – 18:45 | Round 3

• 18:45 – 19:00 | Prizes & Close

Tickets & Refreshments

Your ticket includes:

• Entry into the 8-person Star Wars Legion Recon Tournament

• A free goodie bag for every participant

Food & Drink: Lunch is not included in the ticket price, but food and drinks are available to purchase on site at Retrocave, including vegan and vegetarian options. For specific food queries, please contact Retrocave directly via Facebook.

Refund Policy: Tickets are non-refundable within 28 days of the event date due to preparation costs for terrain, mats, and prizes.

Prizing

Victory brings rewards, but glory isn’t limited to the podium.

• 🥇 1st Place: Medal + £15 Gaming Circus Ltd Voucher

• 🥈 2nd Place: Medal + £10 Gaming Circus Ltd Voucher

• 🥉 3rd Place: Medal + £5 Gaming Circus Ltd Voucher

• 🎨 Best Painted: Certificate + small prize

  • Bring one model to enter. Models will be displayed in the cabinet for player voting.

• 🪵 Wooden Spoon:

  • Awarded to the last-placed player, who gets to choose a pack of Star Wars Unlimited card sleeves

Plus, everyone receives participation gifts in their goodie bags.

Game Guidelines

To take part in this Star Wars Legion tabletop gaming tournament, you’ll need to bring:

• 1000 Points of models following the current Star Wars Legion Standard force rules

• All officially released Battle Forces are permitted

• Official Star Wars Legion:

  • Dice

  • Movement templates

  • Measuring tools

• Tokens and Order Tokens

• Official unit cards or printed official card copies

• Proxies are allowed, provided:

  • At least 50% of the army is official models

  • All models are clearly identifiable

Full list building rules can be found here: https://www.atomicmassgames.com/star-wars-legion-documents

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This

Eight players. One day. Three battles. Miss it, and you’ll be watching photos from the sidelines while others claim medals, vouchers and bragging rights.

If you love tabletop gaming, thrive on Star Wars Legion tournaments and want a focused, high-quality competitive experience in Dorset, this is your moment.