Brave New Season: Sam Wilson Takes the Shield, New Cards, and Exciting Game Modes Await!

The wait is finally over! The Brave New Season has arrived, bringing a wave of exciting updates, including Sam Wilson taking up the mantle of Captain America, the introduction of new cards, the highly anticipated Mastery system, and a brand-new temporary game mode packed with rewards. Let’s dive into everything this season has in store!

Table of Content

• Season Pass Variants
• Season Cards
  • Sam Wilson Captain America
  • Joaquín Torres (Falcon)
  • Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross
  • Redwing
  • Diamondback
• New Game Mode: Sanctum Showdown
• Exclusive Event Cards
  • Laufey
  • Uncle Ben
  • Gorgon
• Mastery System
• New Locations
• Conclusion

Season Pass Variants

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Dynamic poses and distinctive dotted textures are hallmarks of artist He Tianyou's work. If you're a fan, get ready to open your wallets because every spotlight variation this season will showcase his remarkable talent.

Season Cards

Sam Wilson Captain America

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With a heart full of justice, Sam Wilson steps into the spotlight as the new Captain America, wielding the iconic shield. This 2-Cost, 3-Power card places Captain America's Shield on your side of the field at the start of the game. Sam's Ongoing ability lets you move the shield each turn, granting +2 Power to any Captain America card at its location. Will this benefit Captain Carter and other future Captains as well? Stay tuned to find out!

Joaquín Torres (Falcon)

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The new Falcon, Joaquín Torres, is no mere imposter—he's sprouted real wings! This 3-Cost, 3-Power card's Ongoing effect doubles the On-Reveal abilities of 1-Cost cards played at his location. Think of him as a mini-Wong for 1-Cost cards. Pair him with Moonstone for some explosive combos!

Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross

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Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross enters the fray as a 2-Cost, 2-Power card, sporting the game's most impressive mustache. His ability draws a card with ten or more Power whenever your opponent doesn't spend all their energy. Is he too niche to be Surtur's new best friend? Only time will tell.

Redwing

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Redwing, a 3-Cost, 3-Power card, has a unique ability: when he moves for the first time, he plays a card from your hand at the location he leaves. Though he doesn't move on his own, pairing him with high-impact cards and movers could lead to some thrilling strategies. Which deck will he dominate?

Diamondback

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Diamondback, the second snake-themed character in Snap, is a 3-Cost, 3-Power card with an Ongoing effect that further reduces the Power of opposing cards by -2 if they already have negative Power at her location. For maximum synergy, team her up with a certain blue guy!

New Game Mode: Sanctum Showdown

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Prepare for an enchanted battle! Sanctum Showdown will launch on February 18, offering a fresh take on the game. Unlike regular Snap, this mode removes cubes and the six-turn limit. Instead, the goal is to win locations and be the first to score 16 points. Each turn, one location transforms into the Sanctum, making it more valuable than the others. Expect intense gameplay and the chance to earn incredible rewards, including up to four unowned Series 4 and 5 cards!

Exclusive Event Cards

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Laufey

Laufey is a 4-Cost, 6-Power card that uses his On-Reveal ability to steal 1 Power from any card in his vicinity, including yours. His arrival might herald a Diamondback resurgence; will he shake up the meta?

Uncle Ben

Uncle Ben is a 1-Cost, 2-Power card that lets you relive Spider-Man's origin story. When he's destroyed, Spider-Man takes his place. Though it may seem like a meme card, it's definitely worth a try!

Gorgon

Gorgon, Arishem's most formidable foe, is a 2-Cost, 3-Power card with an Ongoing effect that increases the cost of any cards in your opponent's hand that weren't originally in their deck by one. This disrupts strategies like Shield Agents, Moongirl, and Thanos, making him a powerful counter.

Mastery System

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The Mastery system will finally launch on February 11th! Each card will have its own Mastery Track, offering exclusive rewards like character reaction sets, special flares, and a gold diamond flare at the end. This long-awaited feature adds an extra layer of customization and progression to the game.

New Locations

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• Smithsonian Museum: A perfect match for Sam Wilson Captain America and his shield.
• Madripoor: A scaling location that rewards early dominance, but be cautious of overextending into Shang-Chi’s range.

Conclusion

This season is brimming with excitement! From Sam Wilson’s debut as Captain America to the chaotic fun of Sanctum Showdown and the introduction of the Mastery system, there’s something for everyone. Redwing has me particularly thrilled—I can’t wait to figure out how to use him effectively. Which card are you most excited to try? Any variants you’re hoping to add to your collection? Let me know in the comments!