Joaquin Torres Falcon: A Comprehensive Guide to His Marvel Snap Abilities and Deck Potential

Unveiling Joaquin Torres Falcon: A Marvel Snap Deep Dive

Until recently, Joaquin Torres Falcon remained relatively unknown to me. However, his unique origins as a falcon-human hybrid (a product of experimental manipulation), coupled with impressive regenerative healing and a mental link to Sam Wilson via Redwing, immediately grabbed my attention.

While a full backstory isn't the focus here, you're likely more interested in his viability as a card investment. Let's cut to the chase!

Table of Contents

• What Does He Do?
• What Are the Best 1-Cost Cards to Pair with Torres?
  • Tier 1 – Top Choices
  • Tier 2 – Solid Options
  • Tier 3 – Less Effective
  • Special Cases
• How Should We Use Him?
• Day One Decks to Try
  • Falcon's Power
  • Diamondback
  • Time to Mill

What Does He Do?

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Torres' ability is straightforward and potent. He functions similarly to Wong, but exclusively for 1-cost cards.

What Are the Best 1-Cost Cards to Pair with Torres?

Currently, 23 1-cost cards possess 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 serve highly specific roles, and doubling their effects can be game-changing. These cards generally deliver substantial power, particularly when utilizing another Falcon to return them to your hand for replay in the Torres lane.

Tier 2 – Solid Options

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These cards, while not as impactful as Tier 1, still offer significant advantages. Collector benefits greatly from the buff, Devil Dinosaur thrives with Agent 13 or Maria Hill, and Mantis shines. America Chavez, while not guaranteeing card play, remains a viable option. Consider these when building a Torres deck.

Tier 3 – Less Effective

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

Special Cases

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Nico Minoru's potent On Reveal effects could be incredible doubled, though not always feasible. Basic Arrow is strong with Torres but requires multiple steps, reducing reliability. Thanos, despite not being 1-cost, introduces six 1-cost cards (five with On Reveals), offering interesting experimental possibilities.

How Should We Use Him?

Discussions around 1-cost cards often revolve around Bounce mechanics, where Torres excels. Utilize him in bounce decks to maximize 1-cost card value. Applications outside bounce are more limited. While established Discard or Mill decks might lack space, consider him for extra discards or mill effects with Yondu.

Pairing with a Moonstone Victoria Hand hand-generation deck could also prove effective, significantly boosting Collector with just one Agent 13 or Maria Hill.

Day One Decks to Try

Falcon's Power

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This straightforward Bounce deck aims to leverage Torres for massive 1-cost cards like Rocket and Hawkeye. Since Torres excels as a bounce card, replaying him isn't necessary, allowing him to remain on the board. The deck is slightly top-heavy due to 3-cost cards, but Torres adds excitement and high-roll potential.

Diamondback

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Korg pairs exceptionally well with Torres to boost Darkhawk. Supporting characters like Zabu, Ares, Cassandra, and Rockslide enhance this strong lineup, creating compelling synergy.

Time to Mill

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While Mill is currently popular, Torres adds a disruptive element, particularly late-game. However, playing him on turn 3 might weaken the deck compared to current versions, delaying key plays like Yondu until turn 4 or Iceman until turn 5. Experimentation is still worthwhile.

Understanding Torres' abilities and strategic pairings unlocks his full potential in Marvel Snap. Whether through Bounce mechanics or alternative strategies, Torres offers exciting competitive possibilities.