Marvel Snap Deck Guide: September 2024 Edition
This month's Marvel Snap (Free) meta analysis arrives a bit early to compensate for last month's delay. A new season brings fresh cards and potential shifts in the power balance. While last month saw a relatively balanced state, the introduction of new cards, particularly those with the "Activate" ability, promises significant changes. Remember, today's top deck might be obsolete tomorrow! This guide offers a snapshot of the current meta, but continuous adaptation is key.
Most decks listed assume a complete card collection. Five top-tier decks are presented, along with a couple of more accessible and fun alternatives.
The recent Young Avengers card additions haven't drastically altered the meta, with exceptions like Kate Bishop and Marvel Boy. However, the new Amazing Spider-Man cards and the "Activate" mechanic are game-changers, foreshadowing a very different meta next month.
Top-Tier Decks:
1. Kazar and Gilgamesh:
Cards: Ant-Man, Nebula, Squirrel Girl, Dazzler, Kate Bishop, Marvel Boy, Caeira, Shanna, Kazar, Blue Marvel, Gilgamesh, Mockingbird
This surprisingly strong deck leverages low-cost cards buffed by Kazar and Blue Marvel. Marvel Boy provides additional buffs, while Gilgamesh thrives in this high-buff environment. Kate Bishop offers flexibility and cost reduction for Mockingbird.
2. Silver Surfer Still Reigns Supreme, Part II:
Cards: Nova, Forge, Cassandra Nova, Brood, Silver Surfer, Killmonger, Hope Summers, Nocturne, Sebastian Shaw, Copycat, Absorbing Man, Gwenpool
This refined Silver Surfer deck incorporates balance changes and new cards. Nova/Killmonger provide early boosts, Forge enhances Brood's clones, Gwenpool buffs hand cards, Shaw benefits from buffs, Hope provides extra energy, Cassandra Nova drains opponent's power, and Surfer/Absorbing Man secure victory. Copycat replaces Red Guardian as a versatile tool.
3. Spectrum and Man-Thing Ongoing Powerhouse:
Cards: Wasp, Ant-Man, Howard the Duck, Armor, US Agent, Lizard, Captain America, Cosmo, Luke Cage, Ms. Marvel, Man-Thing, Spectrum
The Ongoing archetype remains competitive. Spectrum's final-turn buff enhances Ongoing abilities. The Luke Cage/Man-Thing combo is particularly effective, with Luke protecting cards from US Agent. This deck's ease of play and Cosmo's growing utility make it a strong contender.
4. Discard Dracula Domination:
Cards: Blade, Morbius, The Collector, Swarm, Colleen Wing, Moon Knight, Corvus Glaive, Lady Sif, Dracula, Proxima Midnight, MODOK, Apocalypse
This classic Apocalypse-based Discard deck features the buffed Moon Knight. Morbius and Dracula are key cards, aiming for a final-turn Apocalypse/Dracula combo for massive power. The Collector can provide unexpected advantages.
5. The Unstoppable Destroy Deck:
Cards: Deadpool, Niko Minoru, X-23, Carnage, Wolverine, Killmonger, Deathlok, Attuma, Nimrod, Knull, Death
The Destroy deck remains a force, with Attuma's buff enhancing its effectiveness. Focus on destroying Deadpool and Wolverine, utilizing X-23 for extra energy, and finishing with Nimrod or Knull. The absence of Arnim Zola reflects the increasing prevalence of counter-measures.
Fun and Accessible Decks:
6. The Return of Darkhawk:
Cards: The Hood, Spider-Ham, Korg, Niko Minoru, Cassandra Nova, Moon Knight, Rockslide, Viper, Proxima Midnight, Darkhawk, Blackbolt, Stature
This deck utilizes Darkhawk's strengths, combining him with Korg and Rockslide to manipulate opponent's decks. It also includes disruptive cards like Spider-Ham and Cassandra Nova, and cost-reduction cards for Stature.
7. Budget-Friendly Kazar:
Cards: Ant-Man, Elektra, Ice Man, Nightcrawler, Armor, Mister Fantastic, Cosmo, Kazar, Namor, Blue Marvel, Klaw, Onslaught
A beginner-friendly version of the Kazar deck, this teaches the core combo mechanics without requiring rare cards. While less consistently victorious than the top-tier version, it provides valuable experience.
The September meta is dynamic. The "Activate" mechanic and new cards will likely reshape the meta throughout the month. Keep an eye on balance changes and adapt your strategies accordingly! Happy Snapping!
