Introducing the Invisible Woman in Marvel Rivals
The Invisible Woman has recently joined the lineup of characters in Marvel Rivals as a Strategist. She is part of the Fantastic Four ensemble, all of whom are being introduced in Season 1. Players can look forward to forming a complete team of Fantastic Four heroes, leveraging team-up bonuses to strategize effectively and secure victories in matches.
The new heroes arriving in Marvel Rivals during Season 1 promise to be exciting additions. In addition to these characters, the game will feature new ranks and maps, enhancing the experience for players who have been dedicated from the start. It will be intriguing to see how the introduction of these new heroes and maps reshapes the game’s various meta tiers, alongside upcoming balance adjustments that may influence the popularity of certain heroes over time.
Invisible Woman’s Abilities: Overview
The Invisible Woman’s abilities revolve around her signature powers of invisibility and force fields, similar to her comic origins. Like many other Strategists, she has lower health but benefits from various health enhancements and mobility options to avoid damage. In Early Access, she appeared to have around 275 HP along with 10 ammo for her primary ability. She’s categorized as a hero with a difficulty rating of four stars.
Her abilities share similarities with other Strategists in Marvel Rivals, like Loki and Psylocke. Each character offers unique gameplay experiences while maintaining mechanics that allow for stealthy movement across the game board. Additionally, Cloak’s shielding abilities bear resemblance to those of the Invisible Woman, making her a suitable choice for fans of these characters.
Note: Invisible Woman’s final abilities, HP, and stats may undergo changes when Season 1 officially launches.
Her Known Abilities
Here’s a breakdown of her abilities available thus far:
Ability Name | Button (PC/PS5) | Description |
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Basic Attack – Orb Projection | Left-Click/R2 | Fires a force field that penetrates enemies and returns to her, dealing damage while healing allies. |
Ultimate – Invisible Boundary | Q/L3+R3 | Creates a hidden force field in a selected area that makes allies invisible and heals over time while slowing enemies. |
Psionic Vortex | LShift/L1 | Gathers psionic energy to unleash an area that pulls in enemies and inflicts damage. |
Force Physics | E/R1 | Manipulates energy to push or pull enemies ahead. |
Agile Strike | V/R3 | Executes a three-hit combo, launching enemies with the final strike. |
Veiled Step | Space/X | Generates a force field at her feet for a quick transition to an invisible state. |
Guardian Shield | Right-Click/L2 | Creates a shield for an ally that blocks damage and grants healing over time, while also slowing enemies. |
Passive – Covert Advance | – | Activates an invisible state after exiting combat, granting healing over time. |
Team-Up (Passive) – Fantasti-Force | – | Fuels the Fantastic Four team with psionic strength, providing damage resistance and bonus health recovery over time. |
Utilizing Invisible Woman’s Ultimate Effectively
The Invisible Woman’s Ultimate move, "Invisible Boundary," is user-friendly and allows players to manage it with ease. To use it, simply press Q or the corresponding button on a controller to confirm and aim for the desired area. This move produces a protective barrier that heals team members within its confines and provides them invisibility.
It’s most beneficial when defending specific zones, rather than while progressing through levels like a Convoy mission. With teammates hidden from opponents and recovering quickly, this ability is a great asset during defensive encounters.
Optimal Team Composition for Invisible Woman
While the most apparent choice is to pair her with other Fantastic Four characters, there are several considerations to keep in mind when assembling a team. The game’s structure might restrict how you form your team, but there are plenty of strong characters to choose from in Marvel Rivals.
Invisible Woman synergizes well with team members who have high damage output but lower health. Characters like the Punisher can utilize shields to set up attacks from a secure position. A Vanguard character, such as Venom, would also complement her abilities, especially alongside Groot, who can bolster the shields.
A recommended team might include:
- Invisible Woman (Strategist)
- Cloak & Dagger (Strategist)
- Groot (Vanguard)
- Venom (Vanguard)
- Punisher (Duelist)
- Mr. Fantastic (Duelist)
Cloak & Dagger add a healing element and can replace another Duelist if needed, allowing for a balanced team that provides support while sustaining attacks.
Winning Strategies with the Invisible Woman
To succeed with the Invisible Woman, players should remember that she can reposition her Guardian Shield freely, maintaining healing support for teammates as necessary. In modes like Convoy, ensure the shield is up for characters escorting.
Her basic attack allows for both damage to opponents and healing allies, so it’s vital to stay behind sturdier teammates while using this move. Keep an eye on positioning to maximize your Ultimate’s healing effects when stationary.
Her versatile mechanics permit various combos—patiently use stealth and mobility to stay safe. The combination of "Covert Advance" for healing while invisible, "Veiled Step" for sneaking towards enemies, followed by "Agile Strike," can afford an effective tactical advantage before retreating behind allies.
With the exciting playstyle opportunities she offers, the Invisible Woman is set to make a significant impact in Marvel Rivals.