Marvel Rivals All Characters List and Roles

In Marvel Rivals, picking the right character isn’t just about choosing your favorite superhero – it’s about understanding how each role works together to win matches. Marvel Rivals currently has 35 characters as of Season 1 which are split into three roles, and knowing the strengths and limitations of each one will help you contribute more effectively to your team.

Whether you’re looking to tank damage as a Vanguard, secure kills as a Duelist, or keep your team alive as a Strategist, this guide breaks down everything you need to know about the characters and roles in Marvel Rivals.

Note: We added two new characters to Marvel Rivals Roster i.e Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman on January 10, 2025.

All Characters in Marvel Rivals

There are three main roles in Marvel Rivals:

• Vanguard: Vanguards are your frontline tanks who create space and protect the team. Think of them as your shield – they have the largest health pools and lead team pushes.
• Strategist: Strategists keep everyone else alive and fighting effectively. While they have smaller health pools, their healing and support abilities make them essential.
• Duelist: Duelists are your primary damage dealers, but they require smart positioning and target selection.

Here’s a complete breakdown of every character currently available in Marvel Rivals, organized by their roles:

Character Name	Image
Captain America
Doctor Strange
Groot
Hulk
Magneto
Peni Parker
Thor
Venom
Cloak & Dagger	–
Black Panther
Black Widow
Hawkeye
Hela
Invisible Woman
Iron Man
Iron Fist
Magik
Mister Fantastic
Moon Knight
Namor
Psylocke
Scarlet Witch
Spider-Man
Squirrel Girl
Star-Lord
Storm
The Punisher
Winter Soldier
Wolverine
Adam Warlock
Jeff the Land Shark
Loki
Luna Snow
Mantis
Rocket Raccoon

Marvel Rivals Vanguard Role

Playing a Vanguard your job is to be the reliable wall between your team and danger, and trust me – it’s more important than it sounds. You’re going to take hits, lots of them, and that’s exactly what you want.

The trick with Vanguards is understanding that you’re not just a health bar with legs. Take Captain America, for instance – sure, you can charge in with your shield up, but knowing when to do it makes all the difference. I’ve seen too many new Vanguard players rush in alone and wonder why their team didn’t follow. Your Strategist needs to see you, and your Duelists need to know what you’re planning.

Space control is your bread and butter. When you’re playing someone like Groot, those walls you put up aren’t just random obstacles – they’re tools to force the enemy team where you want them.

Here’s something most new Vanguard players get wrong: you don’t need to be constantly pushing forward. Sometimes, holding your ground and protecting your Strategist from that flanking Spider-Man is more valuable than trying to chase down a low-health enemy. Let your Duelists handle the cleanup – your job is to make sure they can do theirs safely.

Marvel Rivals All Vanguard Characters

• Captain America
• Doctor Strange
• Groot
• Hulk
• Magneto
• Peni Parker
• Thor
• Venom
• Cloak & Dagger

Marvel Rivals Duelist Role

Here’s the thing about playing a Duelist – everyone wants to be the hero doing massive damage, but it’s not as simple as it looks. Your biggest asset isn’t your damage output – it’s your timing. I’ve seen plenty of skilled Duelists fail because they didn’t understand when to strike.

Movement is crucial, but it’s not just about being fast. Take Spider-Man, for example. Sure, you can web-swing all over the place, but if you don’t have an escape route planned, you’re just making yourself an easy target.

One mistake I see a lot is Duelists trying to 1v6 the enemy team. Look, I get it – you’re playing as Wolverine, you’ve got healing factor, you feel invincible. But this isn’t the comics. Work with your team, wait for openings, and pick your battles. One well-timed attack is worth more than five failed solo missions.

All Marvel Rivals Duelist Characters

• Black Panther
• Black Widow
• Hawkeye
• Hela
• Iron Man
• Iron Fist
• Magik
• Moon Knight
• Namor
• Psylocke
• Scarlet Witch
• Spider-Man
• Squirrel Girl
• Star-Lord
• Storm
• The Punisher
• Winter Soldier
• Wolverine
• Mister Fantastic

Marvel Rivals Strategist Role

Playing Strategist might not look as flashy as the other roles, but let me tell you – a good Strategist is the difference between a team that falls apart and one that dominates. It’s not just about following people around and healing them. I am not sure if you ever heard the phrase that the ADC is as good as their support is (LoL reference), but it applies here as well.

Priority management is your main game. Everyone’s going to be yelling for healing, but you need to make smart choices. Positioning is different for us Strategists. You’re not front-line like a Vanguard, but you can’t hide in the spawn either. Play someone like Mantis or Luna Snow, and you’ll quickly learn that sweet spot – close enough to help, far enough to stay alive.

And please, use your microphone. You’ve got the best view of how the fight’s going, and your callouts can save lives. “Venom flanking left” or “Ultimate ready for combo” – this kind of information wins games. You’re not just support; you’re the team’s eyes and ears.

All Marvel Rivals Strategist Characters

• Adam Warlock
• Jeff the Land Shark
• Loki
• Luna Snow
• Mantis
• Rocket Raccoon
• Invisible Woman

Take some time to try out different characters within each role – what works for others might not work for you. Pay attention to team composition and don’t be afraid to switch characters if your team needs a different role filled.

Start with easier characters like Captain America for Vanguard, Iron Man for Duelist, or Mantis for Strategist. Once you’re comfortable with the basic mechanics of each role, you can move on to more complex characters like Doctor Strange or Scarlet Witch.

Remember that Marvel Rivals is a team game. No matter which role or character you choose, focus on working with your teammates rather than trying to carry matches alone.