Master the Marvel Snap Iron Patriot: Deck Strategies and Season Pass Value
The Dark Avengers assemble in Marvel Snap's 2025 Season Pass, spearheaded by Iron Patriot. This guide analyzes whether he's worth the investment and explores optimal deck strategies.
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Iron Patriot's MechanicsBest Iron Patriot DecksDay One Value: Is the Season Pass Worth It?
Iron Patriot's Mechanics
Iron Patriot is a 2-cost, 3-power card with a unique ability: "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 straightforward effect provides a random high-cost card, significantly discounted if you control the lane after your next turn. Cards like Doctor Doom can lead to game-winning scenarios, but require a strong lane commitment. Synergies exist with cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, and Rocket Raccoon & Groot.
Best Iron Patriot Decks
Iron Patriot, like Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, is a versatile 2-cost card adaptable to various decks. He excels in Wiccan-style and Devil Dinosaur hand-generation strategies.
Wiccan-centric Deck:
Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob, Psylocke, Iron Patriot, US Agent, Rocket Raccoon & Groot, Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, Alioth (Copy this list from Untapped)
- Replace Hydra Bob, US Agent, or Rocket Raccoon & Groot with high-power alternatives to maintain curve if needed. Wiccan and Alioth are essential.
- This deck counters Doom 2099 effectively. The strategy involves deploying Wiccan for energy generation, buffing Kitty Pryde with Galactus, and utilizing US Agent for lane control.
- Deploy Iron Patriot strategically, ideally with Hydra Bob or Rocket Raccoon & Groot in the same lane to maximize his effect. Consider the far-right lane to deter opponent plays.
- Aim for 7 energy on turn 5 and 8 on turn 6 to unleash powerful cards, including Alioth.
Devil Dinosaur Revival Deck:
Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur (Copy this list from Untapped)
- Hydra Bob can be substituted with a 1-cost card like Nebula. Kate Bishop and Wiccan are crucial.
- This deck revisits the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy, enhanced by Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand.
- If hand size is insufficient for Devil Dinosaur, utilize Wiccan to deploy generated cards. Mystique copies Victoria Hand for additional Sentinel value.
- Quinjet creates cost-effective high-power cards with Sentinel, amplified by Mystique and Agent Coulson.
Day One Value: Is the Season Pass Worth It?
Iron Patriot is a strong, versatile card, but not game-breaking. The value depends on your playstyle. If you enjoy hand-generation decks, the Season Pass is a worthwhile investment. However, numerous 2-cost alternatives exist, making it less critical for players focusing on other strategies. Consider the overall Season Pass content before purchasing.
Marvel Snap is available now.
