As the battlefield crackles with tension, you catch a glimpse of her: Elsa Bloodstone, a whirlwind of style and savagery, weaving through chaos with lethal grace. Her dual-gun dance captivates your senses, leaving you wondering how her monster-hunting finesse translates to the digital arena. Can these formidable abilities secure your dominance in Marvel Rivals?
Welcome to the arena of Elsa Bloodstone, where every shot counts and timing is everything. With superhuman capabilities and a knack for overcoming formidable foes, she’s not just a character; she’s a game-changer. But tread carefully—her true potential lies in mastering her kit, which, while seemingly straightforward, hides a layered complexity that can turn the tide of any duel.
Dancing Between Shadows: Elsa Bloodstone’s Kit and Abilities
Following the explosive introduction of Deadpool, the developers have managed to craft an equally riveting character in Elsa Bloodstone—a Duelist with sharp instincts and monster-assisted abilities. This isn’t merely about guns; it’s about tactical finesse in combining firearms with cunning tactics.
At her disposal are two potent firearms: the long-range Elephant Gun and the brutal close-range Breathing Gun. The Elephant Gun’s piercing rounds can inflict serious damage, while the Breathing Gun excels at turning foes into stats at close quarters. As you deal damage, her Hunting Instincts sharpen, enabling you to rapidly lower her cooldown for Helix Advance—the dash that enhances her shotgun’s power.
But Elsa’s arsenal doesn’t end with firearms. Enter Diablo, her mischievous accomplice, who can immobilize enemies by trapping them. Use this to your advantage, leaping towards trapped foes to capitalize on their vulnerability. The tension escalates with her Ultimate, summoning Glartrox, a beast that can trample enemies into submission—or worse, toss them out of the fight altogether.
| Ability Name | Ability Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Double-Barrel Blaster | Left Click (Primary Attack) | Fire your shotgun forward |
| Monster Piercer (When switched to Elephant Gun) | Left Click (Primary Attack) | Unleash your elephant gun forward. Bullets pierce enemies and deal high damage |
| Apex Predator | Q (Ultimate) | Summon the Glartrox to charge forward. The Glartrox can be recalled to charge back along the same path. When colliding with terrain or upon return, it bites fiercely, dealing heavy damage |
| Helix Advance | Shift (Mobility) | Dash forward. Your next Double-Barrel Blaster becomes Monster-Piercer |
| Ruthless Pursuit | E | Dash forward, gaining Bonus Health and launching enemies hit. Follow up with a Double-Barrel Blaster shot that propels you backward and Slows enemies. Using either stage empowers your next Double-Barrel Blaster, transforming it into Monster-Piercer |
| Smoky Snare | F | Launch a trap containing the monster Diablo. Once deployed, it becomes Invisible and Invulnerable. When an enemy triggers it, Diablo Immobilizes and Damages them. Use to dash to the trapped enemy. Enemies can destroy Diablo to break free |
| Living Bullet | Right Click (Secondary Attack) | Fire a Living Bullet round that splits upon impact, seeking nearby enemies and marking each with a Spectral Sigil. Hitting marked targets with Double-Barrel Blaster or Monster-Piercer grants Elsa a brief Speed boost. Living Bullets deal extra damage to shields and enemies with Bonus Health |
| Inherited Instinct | Passive | Dealing damage increases hunting Instinct. Defeating enemies caught by Smoku Snare grants additional Instinct. Higher Instinct reduces the cooldown of Helix Advance |
| Bloodstone’s Boombox Bullets | Team-Up | Elsa Bloodstone’s Living Bullet changes to special rounds that Taunt targets with Deadpool’s chatter, while Slowing, and damaging nearby enemies over time. Elsa can recall the rounds to heal based on damage dealt |
Channeling the Duelist: How to Play Elsa Bloodstone
When you think of the best Duelists, style and strategy converge. Elsa Bloodstone embodies this synergy, combining mobility with substantial firepower. She wields two weapons, designed for varying combat distances, reminiscent of a master swordsman dancing through an arena.
Your survival hinges on adept positioning. Being a relatively fragile hero, Elsa must avoid direct confrontations with relentless brawlers. Understanding when to engage is paramount and will define your effectiveness on the battlefield. Her dash serves dual purpose: enhancing damage and providing escape routes, enabling you to weave in and out of combat.
What is Elsa Bloodstone’s role in Marvel Rivals?
Elsa Bloodstone is a versatile Duelist in Marvel Rivals, capable of dishing out insane damage.
What is Elsa Bloodstone’s difficulty in Marvel Rivals?
Elsa Bloodstone has three-star difficulty in Marvel Rivals.
Mastering Elsa requires mastering combo chains that maximize her destructive potential. With one such combination capable of inflicting a staggering 700 damage, timing and precision become your allies. Memorizing the keystrokes can turn you from a novice into a lethal entity.
- 700 Damage Combo: Left Click > E > Left Click (Switch Weapon) > Left Click (Switch Weapon again) > F > Left Click (Double-Barrel Blaster) – perfecting this chain will prove invaluable during engagements.
- Sharpen Hunter’s Instinct: Bloodstone’s Hunter’s Instinct meter lies just below her health bar. Constantly fill these bars through successful bursts and final hits to lower cooldown for crucial abilities.
- Utilize Diablo Wisely: Deploy Diablo strategically to impede enemy advances. Once trapped, dash towards the immobilized foe to capitalize before they can escape.
- Isolate with the Ultimate: Glartrox, Elsa’s ultimate beast, should be your final word on disruptive tactics. Use it to single out troublesome enemies, turning the tide in your favor.
Counterstrategies: Understanding Your Foes
Every hero has a weakness, and Elsa Bloodstone is no different. While her offensive capabilities are impressive, she remains vulnerable. In close-quarters brawls, heavy hitters can dismantle her before she can even respond. Recognizing who poses a threat is your first line of defense.
| Character | Counter |
|---|---|
| Blade | Blade’s relentless combos will shred Elsa in close quarters, capitalizing on her lack of self-sustain. |
| Deadpool | With his rapid-fire and evasive skills, Deadpool can dismantle Elsa’s already frail health bar. |
| Hawkeye | His ability to hit from a distance means Elsa can easily be caught off-guard by devastating attacks. |
| Spider-Man | Spider-Man’s agility makes it almost impossible for Elsa to effectively land her attacks. |
Now that you have the tools to master Elsa Bloodstone, the question remains: will you dare to take her into the fray and make her your secret weapon, or will you let the chance slip away?