OG God of War Joins Marvel Snap: Exciting News for Mortals!

Ares, the God of War, made his way into the realm of comics through his complex character that perfectly aligns with his mythological roots. In the aftermath of the Secret Invasion, when Norman Osborne took over as the leader of the Avengers, only Ares and Sentry remained by his side. This might seem odd considering Ares' status as an Avenger, traditionally aligned with fighting against evil forces. However, Ares' allegiance lies not with any particular side but with the concept of war itself. This intrinsic nature makes him a fitting character in Marvel Comics and his card in Marvel Snap, where he thrives in environments filled with power and conflict.

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Best Cards to Team Up with Ares

Ares, in Marvel Snap, doesn't immediately synergize with popular decks like those featuring Bullseye, Swarm, and Scorn or Victoria Hand, Moonstone, and Wiccan. Instead, he finds his place among decks with high-power cards. One exciting combination to try is pairing Ares with Grandmaster or Odin, leveraging their on-reveal abilities to maximize Ares' impact. For a 12-power card at 4 energy, or even pushing to 21 power at 6 energy, repeating Ares' ability can be a game-changer, especially outside of typical Surtur decks.

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Despite his disdain for smaller foes like Shang Chi and Shadow King, protecting Ares with cards like Cosmo or Armor can be crucial. These cards can shield him from disruptions, ensuring his power remains unchecked.

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Ares is Not a Big Bad, Sadly

While Ares doesn't boast a straightforward [4/12] power level in the Snap card pool, other cards like Gwenpool and Galacta can reach similar heights. The resurgence of Control decks like Mill and Wiccan Control indicates a need for specific deck construction to protect Ares from threats like Shang-Chi. Unlike the versatile decks currently dominating the meta, Ares requires a more tailored approach.

Building a deck purely around power, without surpassing Mister Negative's point advantage, might not suffice. Even Move decks, known for accumulating power, often incorporate disruption strategies. To truly shine, Ares might need to outperform the struggling Surtur archetype, which currently holds a 51.5% win rate and a .15 cube average on Infinity levels, and a mere 48% below.

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In certain matchups, like against Darkhawk, Ares can be a game-changer. In Mill scenarios, Ares becomes a formidable [4/12] when the opponent runs out of cards. However, with Death offering 12 power at a lower energy cost, Ares' place in the meta remains uncertain. Yet, Ares is not just a powerhouse; he's also a valuable source of information on the battlefield.

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Given his current standing as one of the season's weaker cards, using Ares might feel like a coin toss. However, by leveraging his insights, players can employ disruptive strategies with cards like Alioth, Cosmo, Man-Thing, and Red Guardian to turn the tide in their favor.

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Concluding

Overall, Ares might be the skip of the month due to his ease of countering and the recent decline in the appeal of the 10 Power archetype. Compared to cards that allow energy cheating or widespread power boosts, Ares requires a very specific deck build to succeed. While a [4/12] is impressive, a [4/6] without a strong ability falls short. Thus, unless paired with a potent ability, Ares might struggle to find his place in the competitive landscape of Marvel Snap.