Marvel Rivals' Midnight Features Event Hints at Blade's Arrival and Reveals Ultron's Abilities
Marvel Rivals' Season 1 Midnight Features event has unveiled official artwork of Blade, fueling speculation about his potential introduction as a playable character in Season 2. This event, accessible via the in-game Season menu, comprises five chapters with three quests each. Completing these quests rewards players with Chrono Tokens, Units, and a free Thor skin. The Chapter 3 reward is a Gallery Card depicting Blade facing Dracula, the Season 1 antagonist. This marks the first official confirmation of Blade's existence within the game, following previous data-mined discoveries. Season 1's narrative positions Dracula as having removed Blade and Doctor Strange from the battlefield.
The inclusion of Blade's artwork strongly suggests his arrival as a playable character in the upcoming Season 2. Fan theories predict a Season 1 climax featuring the Fantastic Four defeating Dracula, freeing Blade and Doctor Strange. Many believe Blade would excel as a Duelist class, potentially featuring a transformation ability similar to Magik and Hulk's ultimate moves, enhancing his strength, altering attacks, and granting wall-hack capabilities.
Further adding to the anticipation, a leak revealed Ultron's complete ability set during Season 0. Speculation points towards Ultron being a Strategist class character, offering support and healing to teammates. While initially expected in Season 1, his introduction seems delayed, possibly due to the arrival of the Fantastic Four. It's crucial to remember that leaks remain unconfirmed until official announcements. Nevertheless, the wealth of upcoming content fuels optimism for Marvel Rivals' future.
