Get ready for a thrilling shift in the world of Marvel Snap as we dive into the shadowy realms of the Dark Avengers for the new season. It's a bold move from the game's creators, drawing inspiration from the infamous Dark Reign era in Marvel's comic universe, where Norman Osborn, everyone's favorite glider-riding villain, takes a sinister turn by leading his own version of the Avengers.
In this thrilling season, you'll have the chance to add some notorious characters to your deck. Kicking things off is Norman Osborn himself, donning the iconic Iron Patriot armor. Following closely are his key allies: Victoria Hand, joining the fray on January 7th, Bullseye, the master marksman, on January 21st, the villainous therapist Moonstone on January 14th, and the formidable Ares, who you'll want to keep away from Sentry, on January 28th. These new additions will let you play in the new location, Asgard Besieged, where you can witness Thor's home under siege by earthly forces.
For fans of the comics, the return of these characters will be a delightful surprise, while new players will appreciate the fresh strategic elements they bring. Victoria Hand, for example, boosts the power of cards created in your hand by 2, offering a significant advantage. Norman Osborn, on the other hand, grants you a random 4, 5, or 6-cost card upon being played, and if you're leading in the location where he's deployed by the next turn, that card's cost drops by 4, allowing for some aggressive plays.
Alongside these new cards, the season introduces a Daken card, portraying him as his father Wolverine, along with various cosmetics to flaunt your villainous side. And let's not forget the addition of Galacta, a fan-favorite from Marvel Rivals, who makes her debut in Marvel Snap this season. Get ready to embrace the dark side and see how far your evil allegiance can take you in the game!