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 the formidable Iron Patriot. This guide analyzes whether Iron Patriot is worth the Season Pass purchase, exploring his mechanics and optimal deck builds.

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Iron Patriot's Mechanics

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 random 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). This potential for powerful late-game plays is key.

Synergies and Counters: Cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Rocket Raccoon & Groot directly interact with, and can counter, Iron Patriot's strategy.

Best Iron Patriot Decks

Iron Patriot's versatility allows inclusion in various decks. Two prominent archetypes benefit significantly: Wiccan-style decks and Devil Dinosaur hand-generation decks.

Wiccan-centric Deck:

This deck leverages Wiccan's energy generation to play high-cost cards efficiently. Iron Patriot provides additional high-cost cards, further amplifying Wiccan's effect. Key cards include Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob (or substitute with high-power alternatives), Psylocke, US Agent, Rocket Raccoon & Groot (or substitutes), Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, and Alioth. The goal is to maximize energy for a powerful final turn.

Devil Dinosaur Deck (Revisited):

This deck revitalizes the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy. Iron Patriot, combined with Victoria Hand (Spotlight Cache card), enhances hand size for a potent final turn. Key cards include Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob (or substitute), Hawkeye Kate Bishop, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, and Devil Dinosaur. The focus is on manipulating cost and power for a surprise Devil Dinosaur play.

Is Iron Patriot Worth the Season Pass?

Iron Patriot is a strong card, but not game-breaking. His value depends on your playstyle. If you enjoy hand-generation strategies, the Season Pass is a worthwhile investment. For players who prefer other archetypes, the Season Pass's overall value should be considered. Numerous 2-cost alternatives exist, making Iron Patriot a valuable addition but not a mandatory one.

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