Mastering Moonstone in Marvel Snap: Deck Builds 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 strategies and counters for this challenging card.
Top Moonstone Decks
Two effective strategies leverage Moonstone's synergy with Patriot and The Living Tribunal.
1. Patriot-Ultron Deck:
This deck positions Moonstone as a support card, maximizing her impact without making her the sole win condition.
Card List: Moonstone (4/6), Patriot (3/1), Ultron (6/8), Brood (3/2), Mystique (3/0), Dazzler (2/2), Mockingbird (6/9), Ant-Man (1/1), Iron Man (5/0), Squirrel Girl (1/2), Mister Sinister (2/2), Blue Marvel (5/3).
Synergy: Utilize Brood, Sinister, or Squirrel Girl for initial board buffs. Play Patriot, Mystique, and Moonstone (ideally in that order) in a single lane. Deploy Ultron in the final round to capitalize on accumulated buffs. Iron Man, Blue Marvel, and Mockingbird provide fallback options if needed.
2. Onslaught-Living Tribunal Deck:
This high-risk, high-reward deck utilizes Moonstone as a primary win condition.
Card List: Moonstone (4/6), Onslaught (6/7), The Living Tribunal (6/9), Mystique (3/0), Magik (3/2), Psylocke (2/2), Sera (5/4), Iron Man (5/0), Ravonna Renslayer (2/2), Captain America (3/3), Howard the Duck (1/2), Iron Lad (4/6).
Synergy: Psylocke enables early Moonstone placement. Onslaught, Mystique, and Iron Man are played in her lane. The Living Tribunal distributes power across lanes in the final round. Psylocke and Sera provide cost reduction, while Magik extends the game. Captain America and Iron Lad serve as backup. Note that Super Skrull counters this strategy effectively.
Countering Moonstone
Moonstone's reliance on her own lane makes her vulnerable. Cards like Super Skrull, Enchantress, Rogue, and Echo easily neutralize her abilities. Invisible Woman can offer some protection, but careful positioning remains crucial.
Is Moonstone Worth It?
Yes, for several reasons: her power increases with future Ongoing card releases; she's in a Spotlight Cache with other Series Five cards, reducing risk; and she offers exciting, high-impact gameplay. If you enjoy powerful combos, Moonstone is a valuable addition.
