Until recently, Joaquin Torres Falcon was a mystery to me too. But discovering his unique origins—a falcon-human hybrid from experimental tampering—along with his impressive healing and mental link to Sam Wilson via Redwing, instantly grabbed my attention. We won't delve into his full backstory here; you likely want to know if he's worth your spotlight keys. Let's get to it!
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?
Torres' ability is simple and effective: he doubles the effect of all 1-cost cards played in his lane. Think of him as a Wong, but only for 1-costs.
What Are the Best 1-Cost Cards to Pair with Torres?
There are currently 23 1-cost cards with On Reveal effects. Here's a tiered list for pairing with Torres:
Tier 1 – Top Choices
Cards like Blade and Yondu have highly specific uses, and doubling their effects is game-changing. These cards generally offer massive power, especially when combined with another Falcon to bounce them back to your hand.
Tier 2 – Solid Options
These cards might not be as impactful as Tier 1, but still provide significant advantages. Collector gets massively buffed, Devil Dinosaur grows rapidly with Agent 13 or Maria Hill, and Mantis shines. America Chavez isn't guaranteed, but remains viable.
Tier 3 – Less Effective
Cards like Squirrel Girl might act as late-game lane fillers, but generally don't synergize well with Torres' strategy. Overloading your board isn't ideal.
Special Cases
Nico Minoru has potent On Reveals that are incredible doubled, though not always feasible. Basic Arrow is strong with Torres, but requires multiple steps, reducing reliability. Thanos, while not 1-cost, introduces six 1-costs, five with On Reveals – experimentation is key here.
How Should We Use Him?
Discussions around 1-cost cards often revolve around bounce mechanics, where Torres shines. He maximizes 1-cost cards in bounce decks. His use outside bounce is more limited. While established lists might not have space, consider him in Discard or Mill decks for extra discards or mill effects with Yondu.
Combining him with a Moonstone/Victoria Hand hand-generation deck can be effective, enabling Collector to grow significantly from just one Agent 13 or Maria Hill.
Day One Decks to Try
Falcon's Power
This straightforward Bounce deck uses Torres to create massive 1-cost cards like Rocket and Hawkeye. Since Torres excels as a bounce card, replaying him isn't necessary. A few 3-cost cards make it slightly top-heavy, but Torres adds excitement and high-roll potential.
Diamondback
Korg pairs wonderfully with Torres to grow Darkhawk. Supporting characters like Zabu, Ares, Cassandra, and Rockslide enhance this strong lineup.
Time to Mill
While Mill is popular, Torres adds a frustrating edge, especially late-game. Playing him turn 3 might weaken the deck compared to current versions, delaying key plays. Experimentation is worthwhile.
By understanding Torres' abilities and strategic pairings, you can unlock his full potential in Marvel Snap. Whether through bounce or alternative strategies, Torres offers exciting competitive possibilities.
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