# Marvel Champions: The Card Game – Venom Hero Pack

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 2021
- **BGG Rating**: 8.2
- **BGG Rank**: —
- **Players**: 1-4 (Best with: 2)
- **Duration**: 45-90 min
- **Weight**: 2.71 / 5
- **Designers**: Caleb Grace, Michael Boggs, Nate French
- **Publishers**: Fantasy Flight Games
- **Categories**: Card Game, Comic Book / Strip, Expansion for Base-game

## Verdict
If you love superheroes and want more controlled chaos, Venom arrives with a ready‑to‑play deck that blows up the table.Pre‑built deck ready out of the boxStrong Marvel themeResource‑gain mechanicsLearning curve of the base systemRequires the core gameRECOMMENDED

## Description
Venom steps in as a brand‑new playable hero for Marvel Champions – The Card Game, bringing the iconic anti‑hero’s raw power and a dash of sardonic humor. The pack supplies 15 exclusive cards that give the player a full arsenal – from crushing attacks to control tricks – and even includes a ready‑to‑play "Justice" deck, so you can jump straight into the action out of the box. The hero is portrayed by Flash Thompson, a war veteran fused with the Venom symbiote during Project Rebirth 2.0, now patrolling the galaxy as a member of the Guardians of the Galaxy. The game retains Marvel Champions’ cooperative mechanics: each player runs a hero, builds a deck, and battles a villain run by the system. Venom’s cards introduce "symbiote" mechanics that let you gain resources when dealing damage, plus "rampage" options that boost the hero’s strength as the game progresses. This expansion is perfect for fans of the core game who want a more aggressive, thematically rich playstyle. As with the base game, sessions run 45‑90 minutes, support 1‑4 players, and sit at a light complexity level (weight 2.7/5), making it welcoming for both newcomers and seasoned players. If you love cooperative card games set in a superhero universe, the Venom Hero Pack adds a deliciously chaotic twist that fits snugly into the Marvel Champions ecosystem.

## FAQ
### How many players can join?
1 to 4 players, just like the core game.

### How long does a game take?
Typically 45‑90 minutes, depending on player count and scenario difficulty.

### Do I need the core game to use this pack?
Yes, the Venom Hero Pack is an expansion and requires Marvel Champions – The Card Game.

### Is the deck pre‑built or do I have to construct it?
It includes a ready‑made "Justice" deck, so you can start playing straight out of the box.

### What is the complexity level?
Weight 2.7/5 on BGG, considered light to moderate, suitable for beginners and veterans alike.

### What components are included?
15 unique Venom cards, a pre‑constructed deck, life markers and resource tokens.

### Do I need any other expansions besides the core?
No, only the base game is required; no additional expansions are needed.