How to Counter Scarlet Witch in Marvel Rivals
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Scarlet Witch (aka Wanda) is weak against heroes who can rush her or heal through her damage. Here’s what heroes to play and how to counter Scarlet Witch:
Vanguard Counters
Groot: Strangling Prison (Q) roots Scarlet Witch, preventing her from repositioning and casting spells. Thornlash Wall (LShift) creates barriers that zone Scarlet Witch, disrupting her positioning.
Venom: Cellular Corrosion (Right Click) slows Scarlet Witch, making it harder for her to reposition or escape. Feast of the Abyss (Q) allows Venom to ambush Scarlet Witch, dealing heavy damage while healing himself.
Hulk: Gamma Grenade (LShift) knocks Scarlet Witch airborne, interrupting her abilities and leaving her vulnerable. Incredible Leap (Space) lets Hulk close the distance and engage Scarlet Witch directly.
Captain America: Freedom Charge (Q) allows Cap to close the gap and pressure Scarlet Witch in melee combat. Living Legend (Right Click) deflects Scarlet Witch’s projectiles, reducing her damage output.
Duelist Counters
Punisher: Scourge Grenade (Right Click) blinds Scarlet Witch, disrupting her ability to aim and cast spells effectively. Culling Turret (E) forces Scarlet Witch to reposition or take heavy damage.
Hela: Soul Drainer (E) stuns Scarlet Witch, interrupting her abilities and creating openings for follow-up attacks. Goddess of Death (Q) applies consistent ranged pressure, keeping Scarlet Witch on the defensive.
Moon Knight: Crescent Volley (Right Click) deals significant burst damage, punishing Scarlet Witch for overextending. Lunar Eclipse (Q) allows Moon Knight to evade her spells and maintain pressure.
Winter Soldier: Kraken Impact (Q) delivers high burst damage, punishing Scarlet Witch for staying in one position. Tainted Voltage (E) slows her, limiting her mobility and ability to reposition effectively.
Strategist Counters
Jeff the Land Shark: It’s Jeff! (Q) displaces Scarlet Witch, interrupting her combos and positioning. Healing Bubble (E) sustains Jeff’s team, outlasting Scarlet Witch’s burst damage.
Loki: Doppelganger (E) creates illusions to confuse Scarlet Witch, wasting her attacks and abilities. Devious Exchange (F) allows Loki to avoid Scarlet Witch’s spells and reposition safely.
Mantis: Spore Slumber (LShift) sedates Scarlet Witch, stopping her from casting spells and preventing her from disrupting fights. Soul Resurgence (Q) provides healing over time, countering Scarlet Witch’s burst damage.
Abilities to Watch Out For
Hex Surge (Right Click): A powerful ranged attack that deals heavy damage. Stay mobile to avoid being hit.
Reality Warp (Q): Disrupts enemy formations and deals area damage. Spread out.
Chaos Shield (Passive): Provides Scarlet Witch with sustain when she damages enemies. Focus her down quickly.
Quick Tips
Close the Gap: Scarlet Witch thrives at range. Use mobility to engage her in close combat.
Disrupt Her Spells: Use stuns, knockbacks, or slows to interrupt her abilities and limit her effectiveness.
Focus Her Early: Scarlet Witch’s burst damage makes her a high-priority target. Eliminating her quickly reduces her team’s damage output.
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