How to Play 'Pool Aspect

Wait, why does Superhuman strength not go away if the enemy is stunned? Stunning is not a cost.

@BoardGameKid Because there’s no valid target. Here’s the ruling:

The main reason being, under the updated entry for “Forced” in the rules reference, we have made a ruling stating that if a forced ability requires a valid target but there is no valid target, the ability does not initiate. If an attacked enemy left play before the Forced Response on Superhuman Strength triggered, there is no valid target for the ability, so nothing happens. It’s similar if the enemy is still in play but cannot be stunned (e.g. because it’s already stunned); the Forced Response does not initiate.

-Alex – May 25, 2023

@BoardGameKidEssentially, since Superhuman Strength's Interrupt effect cannot affect an unstunnable or already stunned enemy and would not change the game state, it doesn't trigger. It is explained in FAQ question #28 in the comprehensive rules.

Oh darn, forgot to refresh the page before writing my comment, so fast @Web-Warrior Fanatic!

@Drion Haha I have the upper hand of email notifications :)

Although it doesn’t seem to work half the time.

Thank you. That's really helpful.

@BoardGameKid You're welcome! That's what this community is all about.

I fully approve this decklist for those with a limited collection. Not that I'm biased or anything. I am not paid by WadeWilson Shill Company Inc. or sponsored by the Book and Walters Law Firm.

@RitsyReelz No one believes that for an instant hahaha. I credit you for putting me on this and discovering that there's SO many synergies for She-Hulk in 'Pool.

Is it weird that I’ve been trying to look for a way to put her in pool and now I just see this lol.

@DriedOregano51 it’s meant to be hah!

Thank you, I've been trying to find a way to make Mrs Hulk playable solo and this is a great idea!

@FluffDaddy Thanks! Love her synergies in pink, hope you enjoy playing this!

Ps. Two small tweaks I would suggest: 1) I really like running Iron Heart ally with She-Hulk (for the card draw). Also, Endurance upgrade goes a long way in Solo, especially when paired with cards like Not My Responsibility (or even the 'Pool resource cards).

@FluffDaddy thank you! And really good tips, i absolutely agree. This deck was made with the restriction of only core set cards and the Deadpool hero pack for players with a limited card pool. I have a link at the bottom of the deck description that has a version with an expanded card pool and Ironheart ally is really good there for the reasons you stated

Ok, so I have been playing a lot with your superb deck idea and love it! After quite a few simulations and testing I've refined it and would love if you gave it a try! The strategy is to use Corps Ship t if possible, but we want to get as many 'Pool allies into play and then pop Laser Swords on the green lawyer for some serious damage off basic attacks! Let me know what you think... marvelcdb.com

Ps. The only card in this refined deck that is not included in the Core Set/'Deadpool hero pack is Quincarrier (Wasp hero pack) - which can easily be subbed out for a third Helicarrier to stick with your theme of minimal packs to play!

@FluffDaddy Of course ill check it out :)

Nice deck! I used it to beat Nebula on standard for the first time ever. Felt great!

@erikw1984 wooo congrats! Nebula is rough, glad to hear She-Hulk was able to pull out off :)

@Web-Warrior Fanatic I'm interested in trying Pool aspect, but the risk of Dreadpool feels like it may not be worth it since he pretty much sticks around the whole game. How are you able to play around him in games where you pull Crisis?