Bullseye, a timeless villain, though perhaps a bit dated, stands out amongst comics' rogues gallery of gimmicked baddies. He's a classic, a sadistic, murderous psychopath with a ruthless efficiency. His real name remains shrouded in mystery, possibly Benjamin Poindexter or Lester, or something similar. Unlike many, his abilities stem from natural talent, not superhuman genes; a "peak human" in Marvel Comics terms, making him incredibly versatile.
He wields anything as a weapon – a throwing knife, a pen, a paperclip, or his signature razor playing cards. He's a hired mercenary, a lethal force in the Marvel universe, famously responsible for Elektra's death. His skills make killing a business, and he's exceptionally good at it. He even impersonated Hawkeye in the Dark Avengers, continuing his deadly spree.
So, what's his *modus operandi*? He throws things. With exceptional skill, he hurls anything. In SNAP, this translates to using low-cost cards (1-Cost or less) to deal damage (-2 Power) to your opponent's cards, each card hitting a different target. This perfectly captures his precise aim and sadistic nature. His "Activate" ability lets you choose the optimal moment to unleash his devastating attack.
This makes him a perfect fit for Discard synergies like Scorn or Swarm, ensuring you have eligible cards to discard when activating him. He complements other cards, such as Daken (providing one target), potentially enhancing the effect of a MODOK/Swarm play or boosting cards like Morbius or Miek. His ability to filter and discard multiple cards significantly impacts the game.
However, Bullseye isn't without weaknesses. Luke Cage renders him virtually ineffective, and Red Guardian can disrupt meticulously planned turns. Careful deck building and strategic timing are crucial.
Bullseye Decks on Day One
Discard decks are his natural synergy. His ability works perfectly with Scorn and Swarm. A Swarm-focused deck, incorporating Collector, Victoria Hand, and Moonstone, maximizes his potential. Gambit, with his card-throwing ability, adds another layer of synergy.
Another approach utilizes Daken's doubling effect, with Bullseye providing control and redundancy to the Muramasa Shard. He allows for preemptive board presence, streamlining the Daken duplication combo, though it remains a high-risk, high-reward strategy.
Verdict
Bullseye's "Activate" ability requires careful deck construction. His effect, while flashy, demands strategic planning. However, his strong synergy with Swarm and Scorn makes him a significant addition to discard-focused decks.
