Mastering Moonstone in Marvel Snap: Deck Strategies and Counters
Moonstone, Marvel Snap's newest Ongoing card, offers exciting gameplay possibilities but requires strategic deck building. This guide explores optimal Moonstone decks and effective counter strategies.
Top Moonstone Decks
Two prominent strategies leverage Moonstone's ability to copy Ongoing effects from 1, 2, and 3-cost cards in her lane:
1. The Patriot-Ultron Deck: This deck utilizes Moonstone as a supporting card rather than the primary win condition. The focus is on maximizing the buffs from a few key Ongoing cards.
Card List: Moonstone (4/6), Patriot (3/1), Ultron (6/8), Brood (3/2), Mystique (3/0), Dazzler (2/2), Mockingbird (6/9), Ant-Man (1/1), Iron Man (5/0), Squirrel Girl (1/2), Mister Sinister (2/2), Blue Marvel (5/3).
Synergies: Utilize Brood, Sinister, or Squirrel Girl to prepare the board for buffs. Play Patriot, Mystique, and Moonstone (ideally in that order) in one lane. Deploy Ultron in the final round to capitalize on the accumulated buffs. Iron Man, Blue Marvel, and Mockingbird serve as backup options to address power deficits.
2. The Onslaught-Tribunal Deck: This high-risk, high-reward strategy positions Moonstone as the central win condition.
Card List: Moonstone (4/6), Onslaught (6/7), The Living Tribunal (6/9), Mystique (3/0), Magik (3/2), Psylocke (2/2), Sera (5/4), Iron Man (5/0), Ravonna Renslayer (2/2), Captain America (3/3), Howard the Duck (1/2), Iron Lad (4/6).
Gameplay: Use Psylocke to play Moonstone early. In her lane, play Onslaught, Mystique, and Iron Man. In the final round, distribute power across lanes using The Living Tribunal. Psylocke and Sera provide cost reduction, Magik extends the game, and Captain America and Iron Lad act as fallback options.
Countering Moonstone
Moonstone's vulnerability lies in her reliance on cards in her lane. Effective counters include:
- Super Skrull: Neutralizes Moonstone's copied abilities.
- Enchantress: Prevents Ongoing effects in the lane.
- Rogue: Steals Moonstone's copied abilities.
- Echo: Copies the last played card, potentially disrupting the Moonstone strategy.
These cards, particularly Super Skrull, have become increasingly popular since Moonstone's release.
Is Moonstone Worth It?
Yes, Moonstone is a valuable addition for several reasons:
- Future Synergies: Her ability will become more potent as more synergistic Ongoing cards are released.
- Spotlight Cache: She's included in a Spotlight Cache with other Series 5 cards, improving the odds of a successful pull.
- Nostalgic Gameplay: She offers exciting, high-impact plays for players who enjoy powerful combos.
