The wait is finally over! The Brave New Season has arrived, bringing a wave of exciting updates, including Sam Wilson taking up the mantle of Captain America, the introduction of new cards, the highly anticipated Mastery system, and a brand-new temporary game mode packed with rewards. Let's dive into everything this season has in store!
Table of Contents
- Season Pass Variants
- Season Cards
- New Game Mode: Sanctum Showdown
- Exclusive Event Cards
- Mastery System
- New Locations
- Conclusion
Season Pass Variants
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Dynamic poses and distinctive dotted textures define artist He Tianyou's work. If you're a fan, prepare to invest, as every spotlight variant this season will showcase his incredible talent.
Season Cards
Sam Wilson Captain America
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With a heart full of justice, Sam Wilson steps into the spotlight as the new Captain America, wielding the iconic shield. This 2-Cost, 3-Power card places Captain America's Shield on your side of the field at the game's start. The shield boosts any Captain America card at its location by +2 Power, and thanks to Sam's Ongoing ability, you can move the shield every turn. Will this benefit Captain Carter and future captains as well? Stay tuned to find out!
Joaquín Torres (Falcon)
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The new Falcon, Joaquín Torres, is more than just a stand-in—he's developed real wings! This 3-Cost, 3-Power card's Ongoing effect doubles the On-Reveal powers of 1-Cost cards played at his location. Think of him as a mini-Wong for 1-Cost cards. Pair him with Moonstone for powerful combinations!
Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross
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Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross enters the fray as a 2-Cost, 2-Power card, sporting the game's most impressive mustache. His ability draws a card with ten or more Power whenever your opponent doesn't spend all their energy. Is he too specialized to be Surtur's new ally? Only time will tell.
Redwing
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Redwing's unique ability, as a 3-Cost, 3-Power card, is to play a card from your hand at the location he leaves the first time he moves. Though he doesn't move on his own, pairing him with high-impact cards and movers could lead to exciting strategies. Which deck will he dominate?
Diamondback
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Diamondback, the second snake-themed character in Snap, is a 3-Cost, 3-Power card with an Ongoing effect that, if opposing cards already have negative Power at her location, further reduces their Power by -2. For optimal synergy, pair her with a certain blue guy!
New Game Mode: Sanctum Showdown
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Get ready for an enchanted battle! Sanctum Showdown will debut on February 18, offering a fresh take on the game. Unlike standard Snap, this mode eliminates cubes and the six-turn limit. Instead, the goal is to win locations and be the first player to score 16 points. One location becomes the Sanctum each turn, offering more points than the others. Expect intense gameplay and the chance to win amazing rewards, including up to four unowned Series 4 and 5 cards!
Exclusive Event Cards
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Laufey
Laufey is a 4-Cost, 6-Power card that uses his On-Reveal ability to steal 1 Power from any card in his vicinity, including yours. Could his arrival lead to a Diamondback resurgence? Will he shake up the meta?
Uncle Ben
Uncle Ben is a 1-Cost, 2-Power card that lets you relive Spider-Man's origin story. When he is destroyed, Spider-Man takes his place. Though it may seem like a meme card, it's definitely worth trying!
Gorgon
Gorgon, Arishem's most formidable foe, is a 2-Cost, 3-Power card with an ongoing effect that raises the cost of any cards in your opponent's hand that weren't initially in their deck by one. This disrupts strategies like Shield Agents, Moongirl, and Thanos, making him a powerful counter.
Mastery System
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The Mastery system will finally launch on February 11th! Each card will have its own Mastery Track with exclusive rewards like character reaction sets, special flares, and a gold diamond flare at the end. This eagerly anticipated feature adds an extra layer of customization and progression to the game.
New Locations
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Smithsonian Museum: A perfect match for Sam Wilson Captain America and his shield. Madripoor: A scaling location that rewards early dominance, but be cautious of overextending into Shang-Chi’s range.
Conclusion
This season is bursting with excitement! From Sam Wilson's debut as Captain America to the chaotic fun of Sanctum Showdown and the introduction of the Mastery system, there's something for everyone. Redwing has me particularly thrilled—I can't wait to figure out how to use him effectively. Which card are you most excited to try? Any variants you're hoping to add to your collection? Let me know in the comments!
