Unlock Lasher, a Powerful New Symbiote in Marvel Snap
The Marvel Snap Marvel Rivals season is winding down, but a free reward awaits those willing to tackle the returning High Voltage game mode: Lasher, a symbiote from October's We Are Venom season. Is this new addition worth the effort? Let's find out.
Lasher's Abilities and Synergies
Lasher is a 2-power, 2-cost card with a potent ability: "Activate: Afflict an enemy card here with negative Power equal to this card’s Power." While his base effect inflicts -2 power, Lasher's true potential lies in his synergy with buffing cards. Cards like Namora can significantly boost Lasher's power, turning him into a game-changer. Pairing him with Wong or Odin further amplifies this effect, potentially creating a massive power swing. He also complements the season pass card, Galacta, exceptionally well. Remember, as an Activate card, playing Lasher by turn 5 maximizes his impact.
Optimal Lasher Deck Strategies
While Lasher's optimal deck placement is still evolving, he shines in decks featuring buffing options, particularly Silver Surfer decks. Here are two example deck lists:
Deck 1 (Silver Surfer Focus):
Nova, Forge, Lasher, Okoye, Brood, Silver Surfer, Killmonger, Nakia, Red Guardian, Sebastian Shaw, Copycat, Galacta. (This deck utilizes expensive Series 5 cards, but substitutes are possible.) Lasher serves as a third target for Forge, often used with Brood or Sebastian Shaw. After playing Galacta on turn 4, Lasher becomes crucial for maximizing power swings.
Deck 2 (Affliction and Buffing):
Agony, Zabu, Lasher, Psylocke, Hulk Buster, Jeff!, Captain Marvel, Scarlet Spider, Galacta, Gwenpool, Symbiote Spider-Man, Namora. (This deck is also expensive, featuring several Series 5 cards.) This deck focuses on buffing Lasher and Scarlet Spider with Galacta, Gwenpool, and Namora, using their abilities to spread power. Zabu and Psylocke facilitate early play of higher-cost cards.
Is the High Voltage Grind Worth It?
Given Marvel Snap's increasing card cost, acquiring Lasher through High Voltage is worthwhile if you have the time. High Voltage offers various rewards alongside Lasher, making the grind potentially rewarding. While not guaranteed to become a meta staple, Lasher, much like Agony, will likely find a place in several competitive decks. The time investment for the High Voltage grind is likely to pay off in the long run.
