Best Marvel Snap Decks by Starbrand

The Marvel universe boasts numerous powerhouse characters like the Hulk, and Starbrand is the latest formidable addition to Marvel Snap. Discover the top Starbrand deck strategies to dominate your matches.

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How Starbrand Works in Marvel Snap
Starbrand costs 3 Energy and delivers 10 Power with an Ongoing effect: "Your opponent gains +3 Power at all other locations."
Unlike Mister Fantastic, which only impacts adjacent lanes, Starbrand affects every unoccupied location. To counter this drawback, most decks incorporate Zero, Sauron, or Enchantress.
While easily countered by Shang-Chi, Starbrand pairs exceptionally well with Surtur. However, his 3-cost slot creates competition with staples like Sauron, making deck integration tricky.
Best Day One Starbrand Decks in Marvel Snap
Starbrand slots naturally into two proven archetypes: Shuri Sauron and Surtur decks. Though Shuri Sauron has faded from the meta, let's examine if Starbrand can revive this classic strategy:





 Zabu    Zero    Armor    Lizard    Sauron    Starbrand    Shuri    Ares    Enchantress    Typhoid Mary    Red Skull    Taskmaster 




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This budget-friendly deck only requires Ares from Series 5, but Vision works as a substitute. Zabu offers better synergy than traditional move cards by enabling powerful turn 6 plays.
Veterans will recognize this deck's core strategy: neutralize negative effects with Zero/Sauron/Enchantress, amplify a lane with Shuri + Red Skull, then duplicate the power with Taskmaster.
While Ebony Maw previously occupied this slot, Taskmaster's cost increase to 6 makes Zabu more valuable for flexible final turns featuring Starbrand or Ares.
Starbrand's +3 Power penalty becomes negligible when stacking massive power spikes. Alternatively, you can negate it immediately with Enchantress while potentially disrupting enemy Ongoing effects.
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With recent nerfs to Aero and Skaar, Surtur decks present another strong option for Starbrand:
     Zabu    Zero    Armor    Sam Wilson Captain America    Cosmo    Surtur    Starbrand    Ares    Attuma    Crossbones    Cull Obsidian    Skaar 




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This high-investment deck requires four Series 5 cards. Sam Wilson and Cull Obsidian form a powerful combo, while Surtur and Ares enable the deck's core strategy.
Starbrand enables turn-6 Skaar plays by reducing his cost when paired with Ares/Attuma/Crossbones. Zero mitigates drawbacks, though Crossbones and Skaar don't require his setup. Just avoid nullifying your own Surtur or Ares.
Mastering Starbrand's timing is key - prioritize Surtur early while saving Starbrand for final turns with Zero and Skaar. This deck rewards strategic experimentation.
Should You Use Spotlight Cache Keys or Collector’s Tokens on Starbrand?
Starbrand's viability remains uncertain following recent meta shifts featuring Agamotto and Eson. With Shuri Sauron potentially outclassed and Surtur decks adjusting to nerfs, prudent players may wait a few days before committing resources to this Hulk-like newcomer.
These strategies represent the current best Starbrand decks in Marvel Snap.
Marvel Snap is available now on mobile and PC.