Peni Parker, the latest Marvel Rivals themed card in Marvel Snap, brings a unique twist to the game. This 2-cost, 3-power card introduces SP//dr, a 3-cost, 3-power card, upon reveal. SP//dr's ability allows merging with another card on the board, granting you the ability to move that card on your next turn. The real kicker? If Peni Parker merges with any card, you gain +1 energy for your next turn. This mechanic opens up strategic possibilities beyond just SP//dr; cards like Hulk Buster and Agony can also trigger this bonus energy.
Strategic Deck Building with Peni Parker
Peni Parker's effectiveness hinges on synergy. While the 5-energy investment for the merge and extra energy might seem steep, her potential is undeniable, especially when paired with certain cards. Two notable deck archetypes highlight her utility:
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Wiccan-centric Deck: This deck leverages Peni Parker's consistency and SP//dr's movement to maximize Wiccan's effect. Key cards include Quicksilver, Fenris Wolf, Hawkeye, Kate Bishop, Quake, Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Red Guardian, Gladiator, Shang-Chi, Wiccan, Gorr the God Butcher, and Alioth. This deck's flexibility allows for substitutions based on your meta and collection. The core strategy involves playing Quicksilver and a 2-cost card (ideally Hawkeye Kate Bishop or Peni Parker) to set up Wiccan's ability. Peni Parker's added energy and SP//dr's movement enhance the deck's ability to play Gorr and Alioth before the end of the game, offering multiple win conditions.
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Scream Move Deck: This deck utilizes Peni Parker's energy boost and SP//dr's movement to enhance the existing Scream move strategy. Key cards include Agony, Kingpin, Kraven, Scream, Juggernaut, Polaris, Spider-Man (Miles Morales), Spider-Man (Cannonball), Alioth, and Magneto. While Scream, Cannonball, and Alioth are essential Series 5 cards, some flexibility exists, potentially swapping one for Stegron. This deck requires precise card manipulation and prediction, using Kraven and Scream to control lanes. Peni Parker's merge allows for playing both Alioth and Magneto in a single game, further bolstering win conditions.
Is Peni Parker Worth the Investment?
Currently, Peni Parker's value is debatable. While a generally strong card, her impact might not justify immediate investment with many other powerful cards available. However, her potential for future synergy and deck development suggests that she will likely become more valuable as Marvel Snap evolves.