Best Iron Patriot Decks in Marvel Snap

Marvel Snap's 2025 Season Pass introduces the Dark Avengers, spearheaded by Iron Patriot. This guide explores Iron Patriot's viability and showcases optimal deck strategies.

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Iron Patriot's Mechanics in Marvel Snap

Iron Patriot is a 2-cost, 3-power card with the 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 seemingly complex effect is straightforward. Iron Patriot adds a high-cost card to your hand, potentially reducing its cost significantly if you control the lane after your next turn. A 4-cost card becomes 0-cost, a 5-cost becomes 1-cost, and a 6-cost becomes 2-cost. Winning the lane is crucial to maximizing his effect. Cards like Doctor Doom can be game-changers when played this way. However, strategically committing to Iron Patriot's lane is essential. Cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, and Rocket & Groot offer synergy and counterplay.

Best Iron Patriot Decks in Marvel Snap

Similar to Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot's versatility allows inclusion in various decks, but he excels in specific archetypes. Expect to see him in Wiccan and Devil Dinosaur hand-generation strategies.

Wiccan-Style Deck:

Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob, Psylocke, Iron Patriot, U.S. Agent, Rocket & Groot, Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, Alioth. [Untapped List Link]

• This deck thrives against Doom 2099. The strategy centers on leveraging Wiccan's energy generation, Galactus's buffs for Kitty Pryde, and U.S. Agent's lane control. Hydra Bob, Rocket & Groot, or Copycat are crucial for maximizing Iron Patriot's effect. Consider placing Iron Patriot in an unrevealed lane to prevent opponent counterplay. Alioth, Wiccan, and the other Series 5 cards are indispensable. Substitute high-power cards for Hydra Bob, U.S. Agent, or Rocket & Groot if needed to maintain the curve.

Devil Dinosaur Deck:

Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur. [Untapped List Link]

• This deck revisits the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy, enhanced by Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand. The goal is a powerful turn 5 Devil Dinosaur play, followed by Mystique and Agent Coulson. If the hand size is insufficient, shift to a Wiccan strategy, using generated cards and Mystique's copy of Victoria Hand. Sentinel's cost reduction, combined with Quinjet and Victoria Hand, creates high-power, low-cost plays.

Is Iron Patriot Worth Buying the Season Pass?

Iron Patriot's value is debatable. While a strong addition, he's not game-breaking, unlike previously nerfed cards like Surtur. The decision depends on your playstyle. If you favor hand-generation strategies, the Season Pass is a worthwhile investment. Otherwise, numerous 2-cost alternatives exist. Consider the overall Season Pass value—not just Iron Patriot—before purchasing.

Marvel Snap is available now.