Marvel Rivals Blade block guide - counter every ult easily ⇒ MarvelRivalsHub

If you’ve ever queued into Marvel Rivals and felt frustrated by Ultimates you can’t touch, then the new Duelist hero Blade might just be your answer. Marvel Rivals Blade block guide – counter every ult easily. He joins the roster in Season 3.5 and brings a toolkit designed to shut down big Ultimate plays.

Blade’s main mechanics of note:

He’s a Duelist, meaning high damage potential and more mobility but less pure tankiness.
His block, called Scarlet Shroud or simply “his sword block,” reduces 80% of incoming damage from the front when facing the attacker.
The block also gives CC immunity when first activated. You must time it correctly for it to work.
His kit applies anti healing to enemies (via Daywalker Dash or his Ultimate), a huge asset in the current meta.

So yes, if you’re looking for a character who can react to incoming Ultimates rather than just get blown up, Blade is the answer. He lets skilled players turn defense into lethal counter attacks.

Source: TDTwo

How Blade’s block interacts with big ultimates

Here’s a breakdown of how his block handles ultimates in the game. The rating system (1 to 3 stars, with 1 worst for Blade, 3 best) reflects how favorable the matchup is when you attempt to block with Blade’s sword. These matchups are pulled directly from a popular YouTube video guide.

Watch the full Blade block breakdown video

Strong favorable matchups (3 stars)

Doctor Strange: Announced Ultimate makes the timing easy
Venom: Easy to read and doesn’t need a perfect block
Black Panther: Core damage is blockable even if the mark lands
Neyar: Ground based hitbox can be blocked cleanly
Phoenix: Possibly the easiest Ultimate to block in the game

Moderate matchups (2 stars)

Groot: No wind up, but still possible to block with sharp timing
Black Widow: Main damage is blockable but effects still apply
Wolverine: Near perfect timing needed with no warning
Mantis: Spacing and aim are key, but doable
The Thing: Needs precise block to avoid stun + damage combo

Poor matchups (1 star)

Hulk: Transformation Ultimate ignores block entirely
Captain America: Sheer resilience makes block ineffective
Emma Frost: Damage gets through despite technical block
Hela and Human Torch: Effects come from AoE that bypasses block
Storm: AoE seems to originate from the area not her body

Game sense tips for using Blade effectively

Timing is critical. Blade’s block is strongest when used as a prediction, not just a reaction. CC immunity only kicks in at the moment you press the button, so anticipating an enemy’s Ultimate is more important than reacting late.

Other tips:

Always face your attacker to get the full 80% block benefit
Use anti-heal aggressively on high-healing enemies
Blade’s dash and sword/gun stances affect how you apply pressure
Coordinate with teammates after a successful block to secure eliminations

Why this matters for the meta

Blade is a direct response to the current Marvel Rivals meta, which is filled with uninterruptible Ultimates and strong healing supports. PC Gamer calls him a fix for “intentionally broken” teamfight situations by giving players a reactive option.

Read the PC Gamer preview of Blade here

By mastering Blade’s block, players can swing teamfights and protect squishier teammates when Ultimates hit the field. He isn’t just cool he’s a practical answer to current problems.