Marvel Rivals Black Panther guide: Abilities, ultimate, tips, more

Sourav Banik
Black Panther in marvel rivals

Black Panther is a formidable force in Marvel Rivals, capable of dismantling opponents with his Vibranium Claws. Mastering this Wakandan king’s abilities requires understanding his close-range playstyle and leveraging his agility to dominate the battlefield.

Although not the strongest Duelist, Black Panther can turn the tide of battle with precise execution. His effectiveness lies in his ability to engage enemies up close, making him a deadly choice for players who prefer a high-risk, high-reward approach.

Black Panther in marvel rivals

Black Panther’s weapon

WeaponStatsWhat it does
Vibranium ClawsCasting: Melee
Damage: 35
Max Distance: 3m
Attack interval: 0.44s per hit
Slice Vibranium Claws forward
Black Panther's abilities in marvel rivals

Black Panther’s abilities in Marvel Rivals

AbilityStatWhat it does
Bast’s Descent (Q)Casting: Cuboid Spell Field
Range: 22m length, 20m width, 7m height
Casting angle: 150 degrees
Damage: 150
Energy Cost: 3300
Summon Bast, pouncing forward, dealing damage, and attaching a Vibranium Mark to enemies hit while refreshing Spirit Rend
Spirit Rend (L Shift)Casting: Movement-based damage ability
Average speed: 50 m/s
Max distance: 15m
Damage: 80
Bonus health: 40
Bonus Max Health: 120
Cooldown: 8s
Lunge forward and deal damage to enemies. Vibranium Mark produces Bonus Health and refreshes the ability
Spinning Kick (E)Casting: Movement-based damage ability
Average speed: 15 m/s
Max distance: 16m
Damage: 70
Cooldown: 8s
Spiral forward and attach a Vibranium Mark to enemies hit
Subtle Step (Space)Wall-crawling speed: 10 m/s
Double jump cooldown: 3s
Hold Space to run on a wall; perform a jump after detaching from the wall
Spear Toss (right mouse button)Casting: Arced projectile that generates a spell field upon impact
Projectile speed: 60 m/s
Range: 5m spherical radius
Damage: 45
Cooldown: 6s
Charges: 2
Toss a Vibranium energy spear forward, creating a Vibranium Force Field and attaching a Vibranium Mark to enemies in its radius
Panther’s Cunning (Passive)Trigger Condition: When health drops below 100
Damage Boost: 20%
Deal higher damage when at low Health

Team-Up abilities

AbilityStatWhat it does
Wakandan Master (C)Rewind time: 5s prior
Bonus health/damage taken conversion: 50%
Cooldown: 30s
Team-up target: Magik
When Magik is on the field, Black Panther and Psylocke can tap into Limbo to rewind a few seconds back to a previous position; after passing through Limbo, Black Panther and Psylocke will gain Bonus Health based on missing health

How to play Black Panther in Marvel Rivals

Given that Black Panther thrives in close quarters, staying mobile is essential. Focus on diving into fights, dealing significant damage at melee range, and retreating before becoming too vulnerable. His playstyle rewards quick decision-making and sharp positioning.

Black Panther teaming up with Magik in Marvel Rivals

His passive ability enhances his power as his health decreases, giving you some leeway to remain in combat longer. However, keep in mind that Black Panther lacks any ranged capabilities, so exiting team fights slightly early to secure your safety is often the best course of action.

Additionally, while his Ultimate may not seem impressive at first glance, it becomes incredibly powerful when used strategically. Target enemies marked with Vibranium Marks to chain Sprint Rends effectively, allowing you to lunge from one foe to the next, delivering devastating bursts of damage.

By mastering his agility and timing, Black Panther can be a game-changer, carving through enemies and creating openings for your team in Marvel Rivals.

Want to give other Duelists a shot? Try Hawkeye and Wolverine. They could be excellent alternatives for you. And if you’re looking to dominate the multiplayer lobbies, check out the best controller settings and PC settings for higher FPS in Marvel Rivals.