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 decks and counters for this powerful, yet fragile, addition.
Top Moonstone Decks
Two prominent strategies leverage Moonstone's ability to copy Ongoing effects: a Patriot-Ultron approach and an Onslaught-Tribunal combo.
1. Patriot-Ultron Moonstone Deck:
This deck utilizes Moonstone as a support card, maximizing her synergy with existing buffs.
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 |
Strategy: Set up board buffs with Brood, Sinister, or Squirrel Girl. Play Patriot, Mystique, and Moonstone in one lane (ideally in that order). Ultron finishes the round, maximizing the buffs. Iron Man, Blue Marvel, and Mockingbird provide backup power.
2. Onslaught-Tribunal Moonstone Deck:
This high-risk, high-reward deck centers Moonstone as the primary win condition.
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 |
Strategy: Use Psylocke for early Moonstone placement. Play Onslaught, Mystique, and Iron Man in her lane. The Living Tribunal distributes power across lanes in the final round. Psylocke and Sera provide cost reduction, while Magik extends the game. 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: A potent counter, negating Moonstone's copied effects.
- Enchantress: Prevents Ongoing effects in a lane, rendering Moonstone ineffective.
- Rogue: Steals Moonstone's abilities, neutralizing her power.
- Echo: Copies the last card played, potentially disrupting Moonstone's synergy.
Is Moonstone Worth It?
Yes, Moonstone is a valuable addition for several reasons:
- Future Synergy: Her power will increase as more synergistic Ongoing cards are released.
- Spotlight Cache: Her inclusion in a Spotlight Cache reduces the risk of unsuccessful pulls.
- Nostalgic Gameplay: She offers exciting, high-impact combos.
Moonstone demands strategic deck building and awareness of counters, but her potential for powerful plays makes her a worthwhile addition to any Marvel Snap collection.
