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 showcases top-tier Iron Patriot decks.
Iron Patriot's MechanicsBest Iron Patriot DecksDay One Value: Is He Worth It?
Iron Patriot is a 2-cost, 3-power card with a unique 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."
This straightforward effect adds a high-cost card to your hand. If you control the lane after your next turn, that card's cost is drastically reduced (4-cost becomes 0, 5-cost becomes 1, 6-cost becomes 2). This can lead to game-winning plays, especially with cards like Doctor Doom. However, strategic lane placement is crucial. Cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, and Rocket Raccoon & Groot both synergize with and counter this strategy.
Iron Patriot, like Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, is a versatile 2-cost card adaptable to various decks. He excels in Wiccan-style and Devil Dinosaur hand-generation strategies.
Wiccan-Style Deck:
Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob, Psylocke, Iron Patriot, U.S. Agent, Rocket Raccoon & Groot, Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, Alioth (Copy this list from Untapped)
This deck thrives against Doom 2099-heavy metas. The goal is to leverage Wiccan's energy generation, buff Kitty Pryde with Galactus, and utilize U.S. Agent's lane control. Iron Patriot's generated card, ideally played alongside Hydra Bob or Rocket Raccoon & Groot, enhances this strategy. Consider placing Iron Patriot in an unrevealed lane to prevent opponent counterplay. With optimal play, you'll have abundant energy for a powerful final turn.
Devil Dinosaur Deck:
Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur (Copy this list from Untapped)
This nostalgic deck revisits the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy, enhanced by Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand. While Iron Patriot doesn't directly summon Devil Dinosaur, the card generation adds to the hand size, making Devil Dinosaur more effective. Alternatively, you can utilize Wiccan for a final turn card dump, copying Victoria Hand with Mystique. Sentinel's synergy with Victoria Hand creates powerful 1-cost, high-power cards.
Iron Patriot is a strong, versatile card, though not game-breaking. While there are alternative 2-cost options, his impact on hand-generation decks is significant. If you enjoy these strategies, the Season Pass's $9.99 USD price is justified for Iron Patriot and the included bonuses. Otherwise, it's a worthwhile but not essential addition.
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