Big changes are sweeping through *Marvel Snap* this year, and they're nothing short of Avengers-level epic. The popular card battler is taking a daring turn towards the dark side with a new season inspired by the Dark Reign era from Marvel comics. For those unfamiliar, Dark Reign followed the Civil War storyline, where the notorious Norman Osborn seized control of S.H.I.E.L.D., rebranding it as H.A.M.M.E.R., and assembled his own sinister version of the Avengers with villains posing as beloved heroes.
This season, you can recruit Norman Osborn as the Iron Patriot, along with his second-in-command, Victoria Hand (available on Jan 7th), the precision marksman Bullseye (Jan 21st), the villainous therapist Moonstone (Jan 14th), and the formidable Ares (Jan 28th) - just watch out for rips if you place him near the Sentry. These characters will battle it out in the new location, Asgard Besieged, showcasing Thor's home under siege by Midgard's forces.
For Marvel enthusiasts, the return of both iconic and lesser-known characters will be a thrill, while newcomers will appreciate the fresh and diverse powers these villains bring to the game. Victoria Hand, for instance, boosts the power of cards created in your hand by 2, and Norman Osborn gains a random 4, 5, or 6-cost card upon being played. If you're leading at the location where he's deployed by the next turn, that card's cost drops by 4, allowing you to capitalize on your lead.
The season also introduces a new card featuring Daken masquerading as his father, Wolverine, alongside a range of cosmetics to flaunt your allegiance to the dark side. And don't miss the debut of Galacta from *Marvel Rivals*, adding another layer of excitement to this villainous season.
