Marvel Snap's Victoria Hand: Deck Strategies and Spotlight Cache Value
Despite the ongoing popularity of Pokémon TCG Pocket, Marvel Snap continues to introduce new cards at a rapid pace. This guide focuses on Victoria Hand, a recent addition, and her best deck synergies, particularly with the season pass card, Iron Patriot.
Victoria Hand's Mechanics
Victoria Hand is a 2-cost, 3-power card with the ongoing ability: "Your cards created in your hand have +2 Power." This straightforward ability functions similarly to Cerebro, but only affects cards generated in your hand, not your deck. This is crucial, as it renders her ineffective with cards like Arishem. Optimal synergies exist with cards like Maria Hill, Sentinel, Agent Coulson, and Iron Patriot. Early game strategies should account for Rogues and Enchantresses, which can disrupt her effect. Her 2-cost value allows for strategic late-game deployment.
Top Victoria Hand Decks
Victoria Hand's synergy with Iron Patriot is undeniable, often appearing together in decks. One prominent example is a revitalized Devil Dinosaur deck:
- Devil Dinosaur Deck: Maria Hill, Quinjet, Hydra Bob, Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, Iron Patriot, Sentinel, Victoria Hand, Mystique, Agent Coulson, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Devil Dinosaur. (Copyable from Untapped)
Hydra Bob can be substituted with a comparable 1-cost card like Nebula. Kate Bishop and Wiccan, however, are essential. This deck leverages Victoria Hand's power boost to create potent Sentinel plays, especially when combined with Mystique for amplified power. Wiccan provides a late-game power surge, potentially culminating in a powerful final turn with Devil Dinosaur, Victoria Hand, and a Sentinel. If Wiccan's effect isn't triggered, a fallback strategy involves using Devil Dinosaur and Mystique in other lanes.
Another deck explores the potential of Victoria Hand within an Arishem-based strategy:
- Arishem Deck: Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, Sentinel, Valentina, Agent Coulson, Doom 2099, Galactus, Daughter of Galactus, Nick Fury, Legion, Doctor Doom, Alioth, Mockingbird, Arishem. (Copyable from Untapped)
This deck utilizes Victoria Hand to enhance cards generated by Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, Sentinel, Valentina, Agent Coulson, and Nick Fury. While cards initially in the deck won't receive the power boost, the generated cards still contribute significantly to board presence. Even post-nerf, Arishem remains a formidable meta deck, and this variation maintains its unpredictable nature.
Spotlight Cache and Collector's Tokens Value
Victoria Hand is a valuable addition for players who enjoy hand-generation strategies, especially when paired with Iron Patriot. Her powerful effect makes her a worthwhile acquisition. However, she isn't a game-changing card that necessitates immediate acquisition. Considering the relatively weaker cards slated for release later in the month, investing in Victoria Hand might be a prudent strategy.
Conclusion
Victoria Hand offers exciting deck-building possibilities in Marvel Snap. While not mandatory, her synergy with existing and new cards makes her a strong contender for inclusion in competitive decks. The choice of whether to acquire her using Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector's Tokens ultimately depends on individual playstyles and collection priorities.



