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As the first Spotlight Cache release of the Brave New World season inMarvel SNAP, Joaquin Torres Falcon introduces a unique Ongoing ability that duplicates the effects of one-Cost On Reveal cards. This has drawn comparisons to Wong, with some calling him the bounce archetype’s equivalent. But does he truly live up to that reputation?
This guide presents a deck that doesn’t fully commit to his bounce synergy. Instead, it blends an On Reveal strategy with bounce as a secondary element rather than the deck’s core focus. Here’s how to build the best deck forMarvel SNAP’s Joaquin Torres Falcon.
The Best Deck for Joaquin Torres
A reliable and enjoyable deck for Joaquin Torres isthe Hawkeye-Monkey setup. Here’s what you need to build it: Joaquin Torres, Kate Bishop, Rocket Raccoon, Nico Minoru, Cull Obsidian,Black Swan, Marvel Boy, Hit-Monkey, Hawkeye, Beast, Caiera, and Gorr.
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Here are some key tips to maximize Joaquin Torres’s potential:
How to Counter Joaquin Torres
Enchantress is the most direct counter to Joaquin Torres, shutting down his ability and disrupting the opponent’s strategy. Rogue is another solid option, as she can steal his effect—especially since Joaquin Torres is often the only Ongoing card in his deck.
Other effective counters include:
Is Joaquin Torres Worth It?
Joaquin Torres’s biggest drawback is his limited synergies in the current meta. There aren’t many one-Cost On Reveal cards that truly maximize his ability, making it harder to build around him effectively.
That said, if you enjoy low-Cost decks—especially those that build up on one-Cost plays—he’s worth investing in. Joaquin Torres can help you generate surprisingly high power using just your early drops, often catching opponents off guard.
