Iron Patriot: A Deep Dive into Marvel Snap's Newest Season Pass Card

The Dark Avengers assemble in Marvel Snap's 2025 Season Pass! This guide analyzes Iron Patriot, the featured card, exploring his viability and optimal deck compositions.

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How Iron Patriot Functions in Marvel Snap | Top Iron Patriot Decks | Is the Season Pass Worth It?

How Iron Patriot Functions 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."

While the description is lengthy, the effect is simple. Iron Patriot adds a high-cost card to your hand. If you control the location after your next turn, that card's cost is significantly reduced (4-cost becomes 0, 5-cost becomes 1, 6-cost becomes 2).

This mechanic opens up exciting possibilities, particularly with cards like Doctor Doom, potentially securing victory. However, strategic placement is crucial, as you must commit to winning the location where Iron Patriot is played. Cards like Juggernaut, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, and Rocket & Groot both synergize with and counter Iron Patriot's effect.

Top Iron Patriot Decks in Marvel Snap

Similar to Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot is a versatile 2-cost card adaptable to various decks, but excels in specific strategies. Expect to see him in Wiccan-centric decks and budget Devil Dinosaur hand-generation builds.

Wiccan-Style Deck:

Kitty Pryde, Zabu, Hydra Bob, Psylocke, Iron Patriot, U.S. Agent, Rocket & Groot, Copycat, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Wiccan, Legion, Alioth (Copy this list from Untapped)

Note: If you lack Hydra Bob, U.S. Agent, or Rocket & Groot, substitute with similarly costed high-power cards to maintain the curve for Wiccan. Wiccan and Alioth are essential Series 5 cards.

This deck thrives against prevalent Doom 2099 strategies. The primary goal is to deploy Wiccan to generate energy for final turns, followed by Galactus to boost Kitty Pryde. U.S. Agent can win lanes, but avoid placing high-cost cards in his lane. Use Hydra Bob or Rocket & Groot in Iron Patriot's lane to maximize his effect; Copycat provides a strong alternative. Consider placing Iron Patriot in an unrevealed lane to deter opponent plays. A successful strategy yields 7 energy on turn 5 and 8 on turn 6, allowing for a powerful card play including Alioth, while U.S. Agent and Rocket & Groot control opponent options.

Devil Dinosaur Deck:

Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur (Copy this list from Untapped)

Besides Iron Patriot and Victoria Hand, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye & Kate Bishop, and Wiccan are the essential Series 5 cards. Nebula can replace Hydra Bob.

This deck revives the classic Devil Dinosaur strategy, enhanced by Victoria Hand. If hand size is insufficient for Devil Dinosaur, focus on Wiccan and utilize Mystique to copy Victoria Hand. Sentinel's return is significant, as Victoria Hand makes subsequent Sentinels 2-cost 5-power cards (or 7 with Mystique). Quinjet adds further value.

Is Iron Patriot Worth Buying the Season Pass For?

Iron Patriot is a solid, versatile card, but not game-breaking. While skipping him isn't catastrophic due to the availability of alternative 2-cost cards, his value is undeniable in hand-generation strategies. If you favor such decks, the $9.99 USD Season Pass investment, including Iron Patriot and other rewards, is worthwhile.

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