Joaquin Torres Falcon: Master Marvel Snap Tactics Unveiled

Joaquin Torres Falcon: A Marvel Snap Deep Dive

Until recently, Joaquin Torres Falcon was unfamiliar to many. His unique hybrid origin (falcon-human), impressive regeneration, and mental link with Sam Wilson via Redwing, however, make him instantly intriguing. This guide focuses on his viability in Marvel Snap, skipping the extensive backstory.

Table of Contents

• What Does He Do?
• Best 1-Cost Cards with Torres
  • Tier 1: Top Choices
  • Tier 2: Solid Options
  • Tier 3: Less Effective
  • Special Cases
• How to Use Him
• Day One Deck Examples
  • Falcon's Power
  • Diamondback
  • Time to Mill

What Does He Do?

Torres' ability is straightforward: he doubles the effect of all 1-cost cards played in his lane. Essentially, a Wong for 1-cost cards.

Best 1-Cost Cards with Torres

There are numerous 1-cost cards with On Reveal effects. Here's a tiered list for pairing with Torres:

Tier 1: Top Choices

Cards like Blade and Yondu are game-changers when their effects are doubled. Their power output is significantly amplified, especially when combined with another Falcon for replayability.

Tier 2: Solid Options

These cards offer substantial benefits, though perhaps not as impactful as Tier 1. Collector's buff potential increases dramatically, Devil Dinosaur scales better with Agent 13 or Maria Hill, and Mantis becomes more potent. America Chavez, while not guaranteeing a card play, remains a viable option.

Tier 3: Less Effective

Cards like Squirrel Girl might act as late-game lane fillers, but generally don't synergize well with Torres' strategy. Overloading the board is usually undesirable.

Special Cases

Nico Minoru's powerful On Reveal is significantly boosted when doubled, although consistency is a challenge. Basic Arrow, while strong with Torres, requires multiple steps, reducing its reliability. Thanos, despite not being a 1-cost, introduces several 1-cost On Reveal cards, making for interesting experimentation.

How to Use Him

Torres shines in bounce decks, maximizing the value of 1-cost cards. His applications outside bounce are more limited. While established Discard or Mill decks might not have room, he could enhance discard or mill effects with Yondu.

Pairing him with a Moonstone/Victoria Hand hand-generation deck can also be effective, significantly boosting Collector's growth with Agent 13 or Maria Hill.

Day One Deck Examples

Falcon's Power

This straightforward bounce deck utilizes Torres to amplify 1-cost cards like Rocket and Hawkeye. Since Torres is a bounce card himself, replaying him isn't always necessary. The inclusion of some 3-cost cards makes the deck slightly top-heavy, but Torres adds excitement and high-roll potential.

Diamondback

Korg synergizes exceptionally well with Torres to boost Darkhawk. Supporting characters like Zabu, Ares, Cassandra, and Rockslide create a powerful synergy.

Time to Mill

While Mill decks are popular, Torres can add a significant late-game advantage. However, playing him on turn 3 might delay key plays, impacting the deck's tempo. Experimentation is key.

By understanding Torres' abilities and strategic pairings, you can effectively utilize him in Marvel Snap. Whether through bounce mechanics or other strategies, he offers exciting possibilities for competitive play.