Attention all *Marvel Snap* discard players: Khonshu, the God of the Moon, has arrived, bringing a powerful new tool for discard-based decks. This card, one of the most intricate released by Second Dinner, deserves a closer look to understand how it functions within the game.
How Khonshu Works in *Marvel Snap*
Khonshu is a 6-cost, 5-power card with a unique ability: "When discarded, returns in its next phase. On Reveal: Resurrect a card you discarded to another location with its Power set to 5." Each time Khonshu is discarded, he upgrades:
- Next Phase: Becomes a 6-cost, 8-power card. "When discarded, returns in its final phase. On Reveal: Resurrect a card you discarded to another location with its Power set to 8."
- Final Phase: Becomes a 6-cost, 12-power card. "On Reveal: Resurrect a card you discarded to another location with its Power set to 12."
Khonshu's mechanics are reminiscent of Apocalypse, as he upgrades each time he's discarded, enhancing his On Reveal effect. The strategy often involves discarding Khonshu one or two times before playing him on the final turn to resurrect a card, such as Iron Man or Gorr the God Butcher, which benefits from a power boost. Although Khonshu can't revive a specific card, playing him in his 12-power final phase to revive a 1-cost, 12-power Meek can be a game-changer.
Best Day One Khonshu Decks in *Marvel Snap*
While it will take time to perfect the best deck for Khonshu, initial experiments suggest he may not fit well in traditional discard decks. Instead, he might work better in a Darkhawk-style Stature list or alternative discard-type decks. Here's a sample deck:
- Korg
- Blade
- Fenris Wolf
- Juggernaut
- Moon Knight
- Lady Sif
- Rock Slide
- Silver Samurai
- Darkhawk
- Black Bolt
- Stature
- Khonshu
You can copy this list from Untapped. This deck includes Fenris Wolf, the only Series 5 card, which is crucial for winning by resurrecting an opponent's discarded card. The strategy involves filling your opponent's deck with rocks to power up Darkhawk and discarding Khonshu as often as possible. Moon Knight, Silver Samurai, and Blade are key to hitting Khonshu repeatedly. Timing is crucial, ensuring Moon Knight hits Khonshu instead of Rock Slide. The goal is to play Stature early, Darkhawk on turn 5, and Khonshu on turn 6 to resurrect a card with 8-12 power, boosting the entire deck.
For those interested in a more traditional discard approach, combining Khonshu with Apocalypse might be viable, though challenging due to their shared 6-cost. Here's a possible deck:
- Miek
- Scorn
- Blade
- Morbius
- Swarm
- Moon Knight
- Corvus Glaive
- Lady Sif
- Dracula
- MODOK
- Khonshu
- Apocalypse
You can copy this list from Untapped. This deck includes Scorn, which can be replaced with other discard activators like Colleen Wing or X-23 for additional energy ramp. The strategy hinges on playing Corvus Glaive on turn 3 to manage energy and use multiple discard activators to maximize Khonshu's and Apocalypse's effects, potentially making Dracula even more powerful.
Is Khonshu Worth Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector's Tokens?
Regardless of your affinity for discard decks, Khonshu stands out as both a powerful and fascinating card. His potential in hybrid discard lists suggests he could become meta-relevant. If you have the resources, it's definitely worth considering Khonshu as an addition to your collection.
