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: a Patriot-Ultron deck and an Onslaught-Living Tribunal deck.
1. Patriot-Ultron Moonstone Deck:
This deck prioritizes consistent power generation. Moonstone acts as a powerful support card, amplifying the effects of other Ongoing cards.
Card List:
Card | Cost | Power |
---|---|---|
Moonstone | 4 | 6 |
Patriot | 3 | 1 |
Ultron | 6 | 8 |
Brood | 3 | 2 |
Ant-Man | 1 | 1 |
Mystique | 3 | 0 |
Iron Man | 5 | 0 |
Mister Sinister | 2 | 2 |
Dazzler | 2 | 2 |
Squirrel Girl | 1 | 2 |
Mockingbird | 6 | 9 |
Blue Marvel | 5 | 3 |
Synergies: Early game focuses on board setup with Brood, Sinister, or Squirrel Girl. Patriot, Mystique, and Moonstone are played in one lane (ideally in that order) to maximize Moonstone's effect. Ultron finishes strong, leveraging accumulated buffs. Iron Man, Blue Marvel, and Mockingbird provide backup power.
2. Onslaught-Living Tribunal Moonstone Deck:
This high-risk, high-reward deck aims for explosive power plays. Moonstone becomes the primary win condition, amplified by Onslaught and Living Tribunal.
Card List:
Card | Cost | Power |
---|---|---|
Moonstone | 4 | 6 |
Onslaught | 6 | 7 |
The Living Tribunal | 6 | 9 |
Mystique | 3 | 0 |
Ravonna Renslayer | 2 | 2 |
Iron Man | 5 | 0 |
Captain America | 3 | 3 |
Howard the Duck | 1 | 2 |
Magik | 3 | 2 |
Psylocke | 2 | 2 |
Sera | 5 | 4 |
Iron Lad | 4 | 6 |
Synergies: Psylocke enables early Moonstone play. Onslaught, Mystique, and Iron Man are played in Moonstone's lane. Living Tribunal distributes power across lanes in the final round. Psylocke and Sera provide cost reduction, Magik extends the game, and Captain America and Iron Lad offer backup.
Countering Moonstone
Moonstone's vulnerability lies in her reliance on her own lane. Several cards effectively counter her:
- Super Skrull: Neutralizes Moonstone's copied effects.
- Enchantress: Prevents Ongoing effects in the lane.
- Rogue: Steals Moonstone's abilities.
- Echo: Copies the last card played, potentially disrupting the Moonstone strategy.
Is Moonstone Worth It?
Yes, Moonstone is a valuable addition for several reasons: her power will increase with future Ongoing cards, she's in a Spotlight Cache with reduced risk, and she offers exciting, high-impact gameplay. If you enjoy powerful combo potential, Moonstone is a worthwhile investment.