Marvel fans, get ready to dive into the world of *Marvel Snap* with the introduction of Diamondback, a lesser-known villain with the potential to turn into a heroine. Here, we explore the best Diamondback decks that can enhance your gameplay in *Marvel Snap*.
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- How Diamondback Works in Marvel Snap
- Best Diamondback Decks in Marvel Snap
- Is Diamondback Worth Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens?
How Diamondback Works in Marvel Snap
Diamondback is a 3-cost, 3-power card with an intriguing ability: "Ongoing: Enemy cards here afflicted with negative Power have an additional -2 Power." This ability synergizes well with other cards in Marvel Snap that apply negative effects, such as U.S. Agent and Man-Thing. Other notable cards include Scorpion, Hazmat, Cassandra Nova, Scream, and Bullseye. To maximize her impact, aim to affect at least two cards with her Ongoing effect, turning her into a formidable 7-power card.
However, be cautious of cards like Luke Cage, which can completely neutralize her effect, and Enchantress and Rogue, which can swiftly counter her abilities.
Best Diamondback Decks in Marvel Snap
While Diamondback may seem specialized, she can be a valuable addition to several competitive decks, including Scream Move, Toxic Ajax, High Evolutionary, and Bullseye Discard. She is particularly effective in Toxic Ajax and High Evolutionary decks, which share similar strategies. Let's explore two diverse decks where Diamondback shines: Scream Move and Toxic Ajax.
Scream Move Deck:
- Kingpin
- Scream
- Kraven
- Sam Wilson Captain America
- Spider-Man
- Diamondback
- Rocket Raccoon and Groot
- Polaris
- Doom 2099
- Aero
- Doctor Doom
- Magneto
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This deck features several Series 5 cards like Scream, Sam Wilson Captain America, Rocket Raccoon and Groot, and Doom 2099. Scream and Rocket Raccoon and Groot are essential for this deck's success. If you don't have Sam Wilson, consider Scorpion as a replacement.
The strategy involves moving and afflicting your opponent's cards with Kingpin and Scream. Diamondback can be placed in the same lane as Kingpin to dominate that lane, reducing the power of cards by an additional -4. The Doom 2099 package complements this strategy, allowing for powerful plays in the final turns with Aero, Doctor Doom, or Magneto.
Toxic Ajax Deck:
- Silver Sable
- Hazmat
- U.S. Agent
- Luke Cage
- Rogue
- Diamondback
- Red Guardian
- Rocket Raccoon and Groot
- Malekith
- Anti-Venom
- Man-Thing
- Ajax
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This deck is packed with Series 5 cards, including Silver Sable, U.S. Agent, Red Guardian, Rocket Raccoon and Groot, Malekith, Anti-Venom, and Ajax. While Silver Sable can be swapped for Nebula, the other cards are crucial for optimal performance.
The goal is to maximize Ajax's power using various affliction cards. Sometimes, you might want to hold back Luke Cage to boost Ajax further. Malekith can pull cards like Hazmat and Diamondback for power spikes, and Anti-Venom can deliver a surprise power boost in the final turns. Rogue is included to counter the prevalent Luke Cage, ensuring the deck's effectiveness.
Is Diamondback Worth Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens?
Diamondback is a worthwhile addition if you already have most of the affliction-style cards needed for an Ajax deck or if you enjoy playing with Scream. However, if you avoid affliction decks or lack essential cards like Scream and Rocket Raccoon and Groot, you might want to skip her. She's most effective in decks that can be quite costly to assemble.
And there you have it—the best Diamondback decks in Marvel Snap. Whether you're a seasoned player or a newcomer, these decks can help you make the most of Diamondback's unique abilities.
Marvel Snap is available to play now.
