Mastering Marvel Snap's Newest Cards: Gorgon, Laufey, and Uncle Ben
With the influx of new cards in Marvel Snap, staying updated can be challenging. This guide analyzes the optimal deck strategies for Gorgon, Laufey, and Uncle Ben, helping you leverage their unique abilities.
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- How Gorgon Works in Marvel Snap
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- How Uncle Ben Works in Marvel Snap
- Best Gorgon, Laufey, and Uncle Ben Decks in Marvel Snap
- Should You Grind Sanctum Showdown for These Cards?
Gorgon: A Strategic Counter
Gorgon (2-cost, 3-power) boasts the ability: “Ongoing: Your opponent’s cards not starting in their deck cost 1 more (max 6).” This directly counters Arishem decks and impacts strategies relying on drawn cards like Discard decks. However, cards like Mobius M. Mobius, Rogue, or Enchantress can neutralize Gorgon's effect.
Laufey: Power Stealing Prowess
Laufey (4-cost, 5-power) features the ability: “On Reveal: Steal 1 Power from each other card here.” With four opposing cards, Laufey becomes a potent 13-power card. Similar to Spider-Woman, but potentially stronger due to Zabu synergy, enhancing combinations with Diamondback and Ajax.
Uncle Ben: A Spider-Man Surprise
Uncle Ben (1-cost, 2-power) has the ability: “When this card is destroyed, replace it with Spider-Man.” This creates synergy with Destroy cards like Carnage, Venom, and Lady Deathstrike, acting as a Bucky Barnes alternative.
Top Decks Featuring Gorgon, Laufey, and Uncle Ben
While not game-changers, these cards offer strategic advantages in specific decks.
Gorgon Deck:
- Ant-Man
- Ravonna Renslayer
- Gorgon
- Sam Wilson
- Captain America
- Mystique
- Mister Fantastic
- Luke Cage
- Captain America
- Moonstone
- Anti-Venom (or Iron Lad)
- Iron Man
- Spectrum
(Moonstone and Anti-Venom are Series 5 cards. Iron Lad provides a viable substitute for Anti-Venom.)
This deck focuses on stacking Ongoing effects with Moonstone or utilizing discounted Iron Man and Mystique for a powerful final turn.
Laufey Deck (Toxic Ajax):
- Zabu
- Hazmat
- Scorpion
- US Agent
- Luke Cage
- Diamondback
- Red Guardian
- Laufey
- Malekith
- Anti-Venom
- Man-Thing
- Ajax
(This deck heavily relies on Series 5 cards: US Agent, Diamondback, Red Guardian, Malekith, Anti-Venom, and Ajax. Red Guardian could be replaced with Rocket Raccoon and Groot.)
The strategy centers on securing one lane with Ajax while dominating another with US Agent and Diamondback.
Uncle Ben Deck:
- The Hood
- Uncle Ben
- Yondu
- Cable
- Iron Patriot
- Killmonger
- Baron Zemo
- Gladiator
- Shang-Chi
- Misery
- Lady Deathstrike
- Death
(Series 5 cards include Iron Patriot, Baron Zemo, and Misery. Iron Patriot could be substituted.)
This deck aims to disrupt the opponent's deck while leveraging card discounts and counter effects.
Sanctum Showdown Grind: Worth the Effort?
Acquiring these three cards requires 3600 Charms, a significant investment. Laufey offers the most compelling value for affliction decks. Consider prioritizing Series 4 and 5 cards based on your collection before committing to this grind.
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