Ever felt the sting of wasted potential? I watched a teammate butcher their Deadpool Strategist build in Marvel Rivals, turning what could have been a game-winning support into a liability. Deadpool’s unique ability to flex between roles makes him powerful, but only if you upgrade him correctly.
Picking the Strategist path demands precision, as some abilities simply don’t deliver the support your team needs. Let’s master the best upgrade order for Strategist Deadpool in Marvel Rivals together.
Dominate with Deadpool: The Perfect Upgrade Path
The tried-and-tested upgrade order for Strategist Deadpool is 3>1>5>6>2>4>7. Prioritizing healing early will drastically improve your consistency. Here’s the path I recommend:
- 3 – Bouncing Bobblehead
- 1 – Dual Desert Eagles – Strategist
- 5 – Deadpool in Your Area – Strategist
- 6 – Pwnage Pound
- 2 – Kick@$$ Katanas
- 4 – Healing Hijinks – Strategist
- 7 – Final Exam
Minor adjustments can suit your playstyle, but sticking close to this sequence will optimize your healing output.
1) Bouncing Bobblehead (3)
Nothing feels better than turning the tide of a fight with well-timed support. That’s why Bouncing Bobblehead is your first grab. This move becomes a powerful boomerang, mending allies while punishing enemies.
The upgrade lets you catch and re-throw it twice, before it explodes for bonus damage and healing. It’s a fantastic tool when facing groups of enemies or needing to quickly boost allies.
2) Dual Desert Eagles – Strategist (1)
Next, buff Dual Desert Eagles – Strategist. Your pistols offer steady healing and damage. After the upgrade, sustained fire builds to a special through bubble blast that further amplifies both effects. I find it especially useful for keeping teammates alive during pushes.
What makes Deadpool a good support character?
The third most valuable upgrade? Deadpool in Your Area – Strategist. This ability creates a healing circle, restores allies and taunts enemies, impairing their vision. Upgrading it adds damage to enemies and buffs allies. Close-range foes also lose UI visibility, offering an unexpected advantage.
4) Pwnage Pound (6)
Pwnage Pound stands as the best ultimate for Strategist Deadpool. It forces an enemy to suffer damage upon ability misses while continuously healing your allies. When upgraded, this damage-over-time effect, paired with the sustained healing for both Deadpool and his allies, makes this ability feel like a tide-turner.
5) Kick@$$ Katanas (2)
Typically, you shouldn’t rely on Kick@$$ Katanas due to Strategist Deadpool’s lower health. However, the upgraded version changes the game. Now, stabs can crit, and a Healing Hop guarantees a critical slice next, transforming them from a last resort into a tactical option.
6) Healing Hijinks – Strategist (4)
Healing Hijinks – Strategist might seem less useful for a backline support. Initially, it’s a dash that hurts enemies and slightly heals allies. Upgrading allows two bonus bounces, enhancing damage and healing with well-placed shots. It’s a gamble, but can pay off handsomely if you master its mechanics.
7) Final Exam (7)
Deadpool’s Final Exam, the katana-based ultimate, should be your absolute last priority. The pistol-based ultimate is far more beneficial for the team and demands early upgrades.
What is the best way to play Deadpool in Marvel Rivals?
For maximum impact, prioritize Bouncing Bobblehead, Dual Desert Eagles – Strategist, and Deadpool in Your Area – Strategist. These three provide consistent healing, keeping your team alive and thriving on the battlefield. They represent the keystone of your support strategy.
Now you know how to upgrade Strategist Deadpool. Are you ready to apply this knowledge and completely dominate your next match, or will you let others dictate the flow of battle?