Master the Marvel Snap Iron Patriot: Deck Strategies and Season Pass Value
The Dark Avengers assemble in Marvel Snap's 2025 Season Pass, spearheaded by Iron Patriot. This guide analyzes whether he's worth the investment and explores optimal deck builds.
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How Iron Patriot Functions in Marvel Snap
Top Iron Patriot Decks (Day One)
Is the Season Pass Worth It for Iron Patriot?
How Iron Patriot Functions in Marvel Snap
Iron Patriot is a 2-cost, 3-power card with the ability: "On Reveal: Add a random 4, 5, or 6-Cost card to your hand. If you're winning here after the next turn, give it -4 Cost."
While the description is lengthy, the effect is simple. Iron Patriot adds a high-cost card to your hand. If you control the lane after your next turn, that card's cost is significantly reduced (4-cost becomes 0, 5-cost becomes 1, 6-cost becomes 2).
Strategic card draws, like Doctor Doom, can lead to victory, but requires commitment to the lane Iron Patriot occupies. Cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Rocket Raccoon & Groot synergize with, and counter, Iron Patriot.
Top Iron Patriot Decks (Day One)
Similar to Hawkeye/Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot is a versatile 2-cost card, excelling in specific decks. Expect to see him in Wiccan-style and Devil Dinosaur hand-generation strategies.
Wiccan-Style Deck:
Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob, Psylocke, Iron Patriot, US Agent, Rocket Raccoon & Groot, Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, Alioth. [Untapped deck link]
- Replace Hydra Bob, US Agent, or Rocket Raccoon & Groot with high-power cards if needed to maintain curve for Wiccan. Wiccan and Alioth are essential.
- This deck counters Doom 2099. Focus on playing Wiccan for energy generation, buffing Kitty Pryde with Galactus, and leveraging US Agent's lane control.
- Position Iron Patriot strategically (e.g., unrevealed lane) to maximize his effect, using Hydra Bob, Rocket Raccoon & Groot, or Copycat for synergy.
- Aim for 7 energy on turn 5 and 8 on turn 6 to play multiple cards, including Alioth.
Devil Dinosaur Deck:
Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur. [Untapped deck link]
- Essential Series 5 cards (besides Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand) are Hydra Bob, Hawkeye Kate Bishop, and Wiccan. Nebula can replace Hydra Bob.
- This deck revisits the classic Devil Dinosaur/Mystique/Agent Coulson combo, but Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand add new dimensions.
- If hand size is insufficient for Devil Dinosaur, utilize Wiccan to play generated cards. Mystique can copy Victoria Hand for additional Sentinel synergy.
- Quinjet enables cost-efficient high-power plays.
Is the Season Pass Worth It for Iron Patriot?
Iron Patriot is a strong, versatile card, but not game-breaking. The value depends on your playstyle. If you enjoy hand-generation decks, the Season Pass is a worthwhile investment. Otherwise, consider the numerous viable 2-cost alternatives.
Marvel Snap is available now.
