Guide: Mastering Marvel Snap's Joaquin Torres Falcon

Joaquin Torres Falcon: A Marvel Snap Deep Dive

Until recently, Joaquin Torres Falcon remained relatively unknown to me. His unique origins as a falcon-human hybrid, coupled with impressive regenerative abilities and a mental link to Sam Wilson via Redwing, instantly captured my attention. While a full backstory isn't the focus here, let's determine if he's worth your Spotlight Keys.

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 Effectively?
• Day One Deck Examples
  • Falcon Power
  • Diamondback
  • Time to Mill

What Does He Do?

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Torres' ability is straightforward: he doubles the effect of all 1-cost cards played in his lane, functioning similarly to Wong, but exclusively 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 optimal pairing with Torres:

Tier 1 – Top Choices

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

Tier 2 – Solid Options

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These cards, while not as impactful as Tier 1, still provide substantial benefits. Collector's power is boosted, Devil Dinosaur's growth potential increases with Agent 13 or Maria Hill, and Mantis becomes more effective. Even America Chavez, while not guaranteeing card play, remains a viable option.

Tier 3 – Less Effective

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

Special Cases

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Nico Minoru's powerful On Reveal effect is significantly enhanced when doubled, though consistency can be an issue. Basic Arrow, while strong with Torres, requires multiple steps, reducing reliability. Thanos, despite not being a 1-cost card, introduces several 1-cost On Reveal cards, making him an interesting experimental addition.

How to Use Him Effectively?

Torres shines in bounce decks, maximizing the value of 1-cost cards. His use outside bounce strategies is more limited. Consider incorporating him into Discard or Mill decks for additional discard or mill effects with Yondu.

Pairing him with a Moonstone Victoria Hand hand-generation deck can also be effective, significantly boosting Collector's power.

Day One Deck Examples

Falcons Power

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This straightforward bounce deck utilizes Torres to amplify 1-cost cards like Rocket and Hawkeye. Since Torres' primary function is as a bounce enabler, replaying him isn't crucial. The deck's slight top-heaviness due to 3-cost cards is offset by Torres' high-roll potential.

Diamondback

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

Time to Mill

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While Mill decks are currently popular, Torres adds a disruptive element, especially in the late game. However, playing him on turn 3 might slightly hinder the deck's tempo, delaying key plays. Experimentation is key.

By understanding Torres' abilities and strategic synergies, you can unlock his full potential in Marvel Snap. Whether through bounce mechanics or alternative strategies, he offers exciting possibilities for competitive play.