The Marvel universe is brimming with powerful, Hulk-esque characters, and now, Starbrand joins the ranks of Marvel Snap. Let's dive into the best Starbrand decks currently available.
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- How Starbrand Works in Marvel Snap
- Best Day One Starbrand Decks in Marvel Snap
- Should You Use Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens on Starbrand?
How Starbrand Works in Marvel Snap
Starbrand is a 3-cost, 10-power card with a unique ability: "Ongoing: Your opponent has +3 Power at each other location." Unlike Mister Fantastic, this effect isn't limited to adjacent locations; Starbrand grants power to every location except the one he's on. Because of this Ongoing effect, decks utilizing Starbrand often incorporate cards like Zero, Sauron, and Enchantress to mitigate the downside.
Shang-Chi single-handedly counters Starbrand, while synergies with Surtur are potent. However, his 3-cost placement can be awkward, often competing with Surtur or Sauron for the same slot.
Best Day One Starbrand Decks in Marvel Snap
Starbrand integrates well into existing archetypes: Shuri Sauron and Surtur. Let's examine how he impacts these classic strategies:
Shuri Sauron Deck
- Zabu
- Zero
- Armor
- Lizard
- Sauron
- Starbrand
- Shuri
- Ares
- Enchantress
- Typhoid Mary
- Red Skull
- Taskmaster
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This budget-friendly deck (only Ares is a Series 5 card, easily replaceable with Vision) leverages Zabu's ability effectively. The strategy remains consistent: neutralize Ongoing card drawbacks with Zero, Sauron, and Enchantress; boost one lane with Shuri into a high-power card like Red Skull; and finally, copy that power with Taskmaster. Zabu offers flexibility compared to the traditional Ebony Maw, allowing for more strategic plays of Shuri alongside Starbrand or Ares. Starbrand's drawback is less significant due to the high power generation, and Enchantress can further negate opponent's Ongoing effects.
Surtur Deck
- Zabu
- Zero
- Armor
- Sam Wilson
- Captain America
- Cosmo
- Surtur
- Starbrand
- Ares
- Attuma
- Crossbones
- Cull Obsidian
- Skaar
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This deck is more expensive, featuring four Series 5 cards. Sam Wilson and Cull Obsidian create synergy, while Surtur and Ares are crucial. Starbrand enables curve manipulation, potentially reducing Skaar's cost to 1 by playing Starbrand alongside Ares, Attuma, or Crossbones on turns 4 and 5. Zero mitigates the negative effects of Starbrand and Attuma. The challenge lies in optimal Starbrand placement; ideally, holding him for the final turn with Zero and Skaar, but adaptability is key.
Should You Use Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens on Starbrand?
Starbrand's viability is uncertain, given recent power spikes with Agamotto and Eson. The effectiveness of Shuri Sauron and Surtur decks remains to be seen in the current meta. Wait and observe how the meta evolves before committing resources to this new addition.
Marvel Snap is available now.
