Vanguards Are Bullet Sponges, but Their Steeper Learning Curve Makes Them a Hard to Master in Marvel Rivals

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Vanguards Are Bullet Sponges, but Their Steeper Learning Curve Makes Them a Hard to Master in Marvel Rivals

In the fast-paced world of Marvel Rivals, the Vanguard archetype stands out for its ability to survive in battles for longer. While not the most attractive heroes to play, they are certainly the best at absorbing damage that would otherwise be directed toward teammates, making them formidable tanks.

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The game has various archetypes that players can pick from. | Image Credit: NetEase Games

With large health pools, shields, and various forms of damage mitigation abilities, these heroes should be the backbone of many teams. However, despite being able to take a beating, their steep learning curve makes them a challenge to master, and as a result, they are often overlooked by many.

Understanding the role of Vanguards in Marvel Rivals

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The recent poll shows that players are more focused on playing the DPS heroes. | Image Credit: NetEase Games

Just like in other games where tanks are crucial to the team’s success, Vanguard plays a similar role in Marvel Rivals. They are built to facetank the enemy’s assault, allowing their teammates to focus on dealing damage or supporting others.

Compared to other heroes, they have ******* HP, enabling them to absorb more damage before going down. Beyond just being a bullet sponge, all the heroes in this archetype also come equipped with abilities to block or mitigate incoming damage, making them reliable on the frontline.

The archetype includes iconic characters like Captain America, Peni Parker, Hulk, Doctor Strange, Groot, Magneto, Thor, and Venom. Each of these heroes has unique abilities that make them viable as tanks in different ways.

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Despite having the advantage of having a Vanguard on a team, they aren’t always the most popular picks. Why? The answer is simple, they are the most difficult heroes to play effectively. They require precise positioning and well-timed abilities, otherwise, it will disrupt their own teammates.

A poorly placed Groot wall, for example, could block vital paths or mess up a strategy, making the game harder for everyone. While they certainly have the firepower to contribute kills themselves, they need to coordinate their efforts with the rest of the team to make the most out of their kit.

The steep learning curve makes them unpopular

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Players need to learn how to play and coordinate with teammates. | Image Credit: NetEase Games

The reason Vanguards are often glanced over in favor of other heroes (mostly Duelists) is that they are more difficult to play effectively. While they certainly have the tools to take damage and survive, they require more than just standing at the front and taking hits.

This adds an extra layer of complexity, as now players are not just worrying about their own health pool but also about how to best defend their support characters or disrupt the enemy’s strategies. For many players, this is where the difficulty lies.

Unlike heroes who focus purely on damage, Vanguards need to make smart, strategic decisions to maximize their effectiveness. They are the core of the team and players need to know when to block or absorb hits, when to heal, and how to position themselves to defend key objectives or teammates.

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Unfortunately, most players don’t want to do that. Why? Because they prefer the limelight that comes with dealing direct damage rather than focusing on support or coordination with teammates.

In the end, if you’re willing to put in the time, Vanguards can be incredibly rewarding to master. Though their role is mostly underappreciated, they’re often the unsung heroes that make all the difference in a well-executed team composition.

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