Luckily,Marvel Rivalsis more forgiving to rank climbing than some.

The varied abilities and designs of heroes offer many routes to securing victory.

Carrying a match while playing strategist is very possible, which is rarely seen from supports in most games.

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Doom does not beg.

Thankfully, Rivals includes flex picks that can help the team comp without sacrificing your enjoyment.

Here you might find which picks are best to learn while maintaining your favorite playstyle.

Split images of Rocket Racoon, Luna Snow, and Mantis in Marvel Rivals.

They sustain themselves in fights using Symbiotic Resilience, gaining large pools of bonus health.

It often feels best to play Venom if you enjoy skill expression through good aim and quick combos.

While Venom doesn’t have the same level of mobility, Spider-Man mains will feel at home.

Split images of Captain America, Mantis, and Jeff the Land Shark in Marvel Rivals.

Duelists who want a flex Vanguard that can still deal good damage should consider Venom.

Using Dragon’s Defense lets him negate incoming damage then make a strong counterattack.

While his ultimate is not as safe as other supports, it can be used defensively.

Mister Fantastic, Peni Parker, and Moon Knight standing in front of the screen in Marvel Rivals.

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Whenever possible, you should avoid falling off map to eliminate swallowed foes.

Jeff can deal respectable damage, so mixing in alternate fire as appropriate helps bring down targets quickly.

Venom display in Marvel Rivals.

She has access to self-healing and a powerful stun using her webs.

On defense your mines, spider nest, and constant barrage will oppress the enemy.

She doesn’t need to reload so keep her primary fire going whenever possible.

Marvel Rivals Iron Fist character description screen.

Placing mines on doorways and backlines will help manage flanks and the explosions notify your team of enemy approach.

Engaging with refreshed cooldowns and with your shield throw already active will make all the difference.

With your shield and ability to dive at targets, you’re an excellent guard for the backline.

Marvel Rivals Overview of Jeff’s bio, with Jeff smiling happily off to the side.

When you could, make two melee strikes, then hold.

His shield throws will finish targets that have a go at escape and let you engage at range.

Consider another Strategist if your team needs a flex to pair with Rocket or Warlock.

Marvel Rivals Peni Parker character description screen.

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His kit offers endless opportunity for players to outplay the enemy team through cunning and skill.

Reflexive Rubber lets him deflect damage and plentiful bonus health keeps him alive in rough team fights.

The Captain America Overview in Marvel Rivals.

If you’re interested in hard-maining Duelist, you should fold Mr.

Fantastic into your character training.

Whenever a team is light on bulk to soak enemy damage and Vanguard isn’t a choice, Mr.

Marvel Rivals Loki character description screen.

Fantastic is the answer.

He maintains excellent damage with good range while being capable of keeping teammates safe.

Vanguard lovers and Groot mains are also excellent candidates to learn Mr.

The hero breakdown page for Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals.

He can provide additional damage while feeling familiar when your team already has two Vanguards stacked.

His durability can also make him a good counterplay, particularly for opposing teams with a lot of lethality.

With excellent heals and a defensive ultimate, she is a reliable pick with a high skill ceiling.

Mantis display in Marvel Rivals.

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Another advantage to Mantis as a choice of flex character is her skill floor.

She is very approachable in early play while remaining relevant once you’ve entered high ranks.

Magneto display in Marvel Rivals.

Her stealth lets her disrupt or escape the enemy and her defensive ultimate is powerful.

Invisible Woman can use her passive stealth to ready a flank after a team fight to start engagements.

Don’t treat her like a dive character, as that is not her function.

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Her jump must be ready to allow for a stealthy and speedy return to your team’s backline.

When using Invisible Boundry, aim to cover dangerous chokepoints or protect your team from enemy ultimates.

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Magneto is a Vanguard with incredibly high potential.

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Steady aim and good positioning will let him block absurdly high damage while dealing lethal hits of his own.

He is one of a few characters with an ultimate well suited to both offense and defense.

You will need impeccable game sense when playing Magneto, as he has no escape options and limited shielding.

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Overextend and you’ll be having a very bad time.

Low mobility aside, Magneto is one of the best Vanguards to learn.

Duelist fans will do well to flex as Magneto, as he can eradicate enemies with good aim.

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