*Marvel Snap* fans, rejoice! The game's roster of animal companions has been sparse, featuring only a handful like Cosmo, Groose, Zabu, and Hit Monkey. But with the introduction of the Brave New World season, Falcon's feathered friend, Redwing, joins the fray, adding a new dynamic to the game.
How Redwing Works in Marvel Snap
Redwing is a 3-cost, 4-power card with a unique ability: "The first time this moves, add a card from your hand to the old location." However, there are some key considerations with Redwing's mechanics. It can only be activated once, which limits its strategic use. Even if you attempt to pair it with cards like Symbiote Spider-Man or try to bounce it back to your hand for another play, the effect remains single-use.
Targeting a specific card with Redwing can be challenging, especially in move decks filled with small cards like Iron Fist, which you might not want to activate the ability with. Additionally, decks using Scream typically focus on manipulating the opponent's cards rather than your own, complicating the use of Redwing.
Despite these limitations, Redwing offers potential for clever plays. Lower Collection Level players can utilize cards like Madame Web or Cloak to move Redwing effectively. In certain scenarios, it can lead to surprising victories by enabling early plays like Galactus or pulling high-value cards like The Infinaut.
Best Day One Redwing Decks in Marvel Snap
Following the dominance of Ares and Surtur last season, a new Scream-based deck has emerged, integrating Redwing. Here's an effective list to consider:
Hydra Bob Scream Kraven Captain America Redwing Polaris Surtur Ares Cull Obsidian Aero Heimdall Magneto
To copy this deck, click [here](Untapped link).
This deck includes several Series 5 cards: Hydra Bob, Scream, Redwing, Surtur, Ares, and Cull Obsidian, making it a high-cost option. If Hydra Bob is unavailable, alternatives like Rocket Raccoon or Iceman can serve as substitutes, though the other Series 5 cards are crucial for the deck's strategy.
The primary strategy involves playing Surtur on turn 3, followed by high-powered cards to boost Surtur's power. An alternative win condition leverages Scream to steal power from the opponent. The deck includes multiple 'push' cards like Polaris, Aero, and Magneto, and Redwing can synergize with Heimdall to not only buff Surtur but also pull a high-powered card from your hand.
Another potential deck for Redwing incorporates Madame Web:
Ant-Man Madame Web Psylocke Sam Wilson Captain America Luke Cage Captain America Redwing Doom 2099 Iron Lad Blue Marvel Doctor Doom Spectrum
To copy this deck, click [here](Untapped link).
This deck features two Series 5 cards: Madame Web and Doom 2099. While Madame Web is not essential, removing her would necessitate cutting Redwing as well, replacing them with another Ongoing card like Mobius M. Mobius.
This setup is primarily a Doom 2099 Ongoing deck, aiming to spread power across locations early with Doom 2099. Madame Web aids in repositioning Doom 2099 bots to prevent location overflow and can also move Sam Wilson's shield. Most crucially, she enables Redwing's ability, allowing you to pull a card from your hand on the subsequent turn. On turn 6, players should opt for either Doctor Doom or Spectrum to either spread or spike power for a win.
Is Redwing Worth Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector's Tokens?
Currently, Redwing does not justify the investment of Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector's Tokens. It appears to be an underpowered card within an already struggling archetype. It's advisable to conserve your resources for more impactful cards that may be released later this month or next. Unless Second Dinner significantly buffs Redwing, it's best to look elsewhere for strategic additions to your deck.
