Get ready, *Marvel Snap* enthusiasts, because another Celestial powerhouse is making its way to the game. Eson, while perhaps not as game-changing as his protege Arishem, still packs a punch. Let's dive into the best Eson decks and how to make the most of this new addition.
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- How Eson Works in Marvel Snap
- Best Day One Eson Decks in Marvel Snap
- Should You Spend Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens on Eson?
How Eson Works in Marvel Snap
-----------------------------Eson is a 6-cost, 10-power card with a unique ability: "End of Turn: Put a created card from your hand here." What does this mean? Eson targets cards that weren't part of your initial deck, such as those generated by White Queen or Arishem. This allows for strategic play, as Eson won't pull cards that started in your deck.
Given his high cost, you'll need ramp cards like Electro, Wave, and Luna Snow to bring Eson out early and maximize his potential. The only direct counter to Eson is filling your opponent's hand with unwanted cards, like rocks from Master Mold or Sentinels.
Best Day One Eson Decks in Marvel Snap
--------------------------------------Eson synergizes best with Arishem, making them a dynamic duo. Playing Eson without Arishem might not be as effective, so here's a deck list that leverages their partnership:
- Iron Patriot
- Valentina
- Luke Cage
- Doom 2088
- Shang-Chi
- Enchantress
- Galacta Daughter of Galactus
- Legion
- Doctor Doom
- Mockingbird
- Eson
- Arishem
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The Series 5 cards in this list include Iron Patriot, Valentina, Doom 2099, Galacta Daughter of Galactus, Mockingbird, and Arishem. Essential for this deck are Doom 2099 and Arishem, though you can experiment with cards like Jeff, Agent Coulson, and Blob.
Eson serves as an alternative lane-winning condition, especially if you don't draw Mockingbird or generate high-power cards. By saving Arishem-generated cards for after Eson's play on turn 5, you get two turns to pull them out. If you don't have suitable pulls, you can opt for Doctor Doom instead.
Keep in mind, Eson should ideally be played for no more than three turns, so a turn 5 play is optimal. Also, be aware of the anti-synergy with Doom 2099; decide your strategy early.
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For another deck option, consider a hand-generation strategy, similar to old Devil Dinosaur lists but without Devil Dinosaur:
- Maria Hill
- Quinjet
- Iron Patriot
- Peni Parker
- Valentina
- Victoria Hand
- Agent Coulson
- White Queen
- Luna Snow
- Wiccan
- Mockingbird
- Eson
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The Series 5 cards here are Iron Patriot, Peni Parker, Valentina, Victoria Hand, Luna Snow, Wiccan, and Mockingbird. Wiccan is crucial for this deck, but other cards can be swapped with Sentinel, Psylocke, and Wave.
The goal is to use Quinjet to discount hand-generated cards and play cheaper ones before Eson pulls the more expensive ones later in the game. Mockingbird adds a power spike, while Peni Parker and Luna Snow help get Eson out early. This deck's playlines can vary widely, making it both inconsistent and exhilarating.
Should You Spend Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens on Eson?
--------------------------------------------------------------------If you're low on resources and not an Arishem player, it might not be wise to invest in Eson, especially with strong cards like Starbrand and Khonshu on the horizon. However, for dedicated Arishem players, Eson is a fantastic addition.
And there you have it—the best Eson decks in Marvel Snap. Whether you're strategizing with Arishem or experimenting with hand-generation, Eson offers exciting new possibilities.
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