Get ready for an exciting start to 2025 with the first season pass for *Marvel Snap*, featuring the Dark Avengers and led by none other than Iron Patriot. This guide will help you decide if you should add Iron Patriot to your collection and explore the best decks to maximize his potential. Here are the top Iron Patriot decks in *Marvel Snap*.
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- How Iron Patriot Works in Marvel Snap
- Best Day One Iron Patriot Decks in Marvel Snap
- Is Iron Patriot Worth Buying the Season Pass For?
How Iron Patriot Works in Marvel Snap
Iron Patriot is a versatile 2-cost, 3-power card with an ability that reads: "On Reveal: Add a random 4, 5, or 6-Cost card to your hand. If you’re winning here after the next turn, give it -4 Cost." This ability, though complex, is quite straightforward. When played, Iron Patriot adds a high-cost card to your hand, and if you maintain control of the lane the following turn, that card's cost is significantly reduced. This can turn a 4-cost card into a 0-cost powerhouse, a 5-cost into a 1-cost, and a 6-cost into a 2-cost. Cards like Doctor Doom can be game-changers, but you'll need to commit to Iron Patriot's lane to leverage this advantage. Cards such as Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, and Rocket Raccoon and Groot both synergize with and counter Iron Patriot effectively.
Best Day One Iron Patriot Decks in Marvel Snap
Iron Patriot, much like Hawkeye Kate Bishop, is a flexible 2-cost card that can fit into various decks, though he shines in specific ones. Here are two decks where Iron Patriot can make a significant impact:
Wiccan-Style Deck:
- Kitty Pryde
- Zabu
- Hydra Bob
- Psylocke
- Iron Patriot
- US Agent
- Rocket Raccoon and Groot
- Copycat
- Galacta
- Daughter of Galactus
- Wiccan
- Legion
- Alioth
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If you're missing Hydra Bob, US Agent, or Rocket Raccoon and Groot, substitute them with high-power cards of similar cost to keep your energy curve smooth for Wiccan. Wiccan and Alioth are crucial for this deck. This setup is surprisingly strong, especially against prevalent Doom 2099 decks. The strategy involves maximizing Wiccan's energy generation to play multiple high-impact cards in the final turns, while using Galacta to boost Kitty Pryde. Be cautious with US Agent's placement to avoid affecting your high-cost cards. To fully utilize Iron Patriot, pair him with Hydra Bob or Rocket Raccoon and Groot in the same lane, or use Copycat for her 5 power. Consider playing Iron Patriot in the far right lane to avoid opponent interference.
Devil Dinosaur Hand-Generation Deck:
- Maria Hill
- Quinjet
- Hydra Bob
- Hawkeye Kate Bishop
- Iron Patriot
- Sentinel
- Victoria Hand
- Mystique
- Agent Coulson
- Shang-Chi
- Wiccan
- Devil Dinosaur
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This deck revives the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy, enhanced by Victoria Hand from the Spotlight Cache. Essential Series 5 cards include Hydra Bob, Hawkeye Kate Bishop, and Wiccan. If you lack Hydra Bob, consider Nebula as a 1-cost alternative, but Kate Bishop and Wiccan are non-negotiable. The traditional play was Devil Dinosaur on turn 5 followed by Mystique and Agent Coulson, but with Wiccan, you can generate a large hand and use Victoria Hand's effect to create powerful, low-cost Sentinels. Quinjet further reduces costs, making your plays even more impactful.
Is Iron Patriot Worth Buying the Season Pass For?
Iron Patriot is a solid card that fits well into hand-generation decks, making him a worthwhile addition if you enjoy this playstyle. While not as niche as Surtur, which was nerfed, Iron Patriot offers flexibility and value. For $9.99 USD, the season pass not only gives you Iron Patriot but also a host of other rewards. If you're into hand-generation strategies, picking up Iron Patriot is a smart move. However, if you're looking for a game-changing card, there are other 2-cost options to consider.
And those are the best Iron Patriot decks in *Marvel Snap*.
*Marvel Snap is available to play now.*
