Mastering Moonstone in Marvel Snap: Deck Strategies and Counters
Moonstone, Marvel Snap's newest Ongoing card, replicates the Ongoing effects of 1-, 2-, and 3-cost cards in her lane. While powerful, her fragility earns her the "Glass Cannon" moniker. This guide explores optimal deck builds and counters for this challenging card.
Top Moonstone Decks
Two effective strategies leverage Moonstone's abilities: a Patriot-Ultron approach and an Onslaught-Tribunal combo.
Patriot-Ultron Deck:
This deck prioritizes Moonstone as a support card, maximizing synergy with existing buffs.
| Card | Cost | Power |
|---|---|---|
| Moonstone | 4 | 6 |
| Patriot | 3 | 1 |
| Ultron | 6 | 8 |
| Brood | 3 | 2 |
| Ant-Man | 1 | 1 |
| Mystique | 3 | 0 |
| Iron Man | 5 | 0 |
| Mister Sinister | 2 | 2 |
| Dazzler | 2 | 2 |
| Squirrel Girl | 1 | 2 |
| Mockingbird | 6 | 9 |
| Blue Marvel | 5 | 3 |
Strategy: Utilize Brood, Sinister, or Squirrel Girl for early board presence and buffs. Play Patriot, Mystique, and Moonstone (ideally in that order) in a single lane. Finish with Ultron in the final round to capitalize on accumulated buffs. Iron Man, Blue Marvel, and Mockingbird provide fallback options if needed.
Onslaught-Tribunal Deck (High-Risk, High-Reward):
This deck uses Moonstone as a primary win condition, relying on powerful synergies.
| Card | Cost | Power |
|---|---|---|
| Moonstone | 4 | 6 |
| Onslaught | 6 | 7 |
| The Living Tribunal | 6 | 9 |
| Mystique | 3 | 0 |
| Ravonna Renslayer | 2 | 2 |
| Iron Man | 5 | 0 |
| Captain America | 3 | 3 |
| Howard the Duck | 1 | 2 |
| Magik | 3 | 2 |
| Psylocke | 2 | 2 |
| Sera | 5 | 4 |
| Iron Lad | 4 | 6 |
Strategy: Use Psylocke for early Moonstone placement. Play Onslaught, Mystique, and Iron Man in her lane. In the final round, distribute power across lanes using The Living Tribunal. Psylocke and Sera provide cost reduction, Magik extends the game, and Captain America/Iron Lad act as backup. Note: Super Skrull counters this deck effectively.
Countering Moonstone
Moonstone's reliance on her own lane makes her vulnerable. Cards like Super Skrull, Enchantress, Rogue, and Echo can easily neutralize her abilities. Playing Super Skrull in a different lane can also disrupt the strategy. Consider using Invisible Woman to protect Moonstone from these counters.
Is Moonstone Worth It?
Yes, for several reasons: her ability's value will increase with future Ongoing cards; she's in a Spotlight Cache with other Series Five cards, minimizing risk; and she offers exciting, high-impact gameplay. If you enjoy powerful combos, Moonstone is a worthwhile addition to your collection.
