Human Torch remains a strong flying Duelist in Season 3 of Marvel Rivals, even after the focus shifted to nerfing Iron Man’s burst potential. While Iron Man’s Repulsor Blast damage was reduced and his Invincible Pulse Cannon energy cost increased, Human Torch was left untouched, keeping his strong area control and burst tools fully intact.

This guide covers how to play Human Torch, land his burst combos, and survive his toughest counters.

Human Torch Overview

Human Torch is a flying Duelist who uses flame fields to zone enemies, punish overextenders, and dive squishies. He is fragile with only 250 health, but his damage potential is high if you chain his abilities smoothly.

He works best when hovering over objectives or poking at mid-range. The key is creating constant pressure without overcommitting. Once enemies are low, dive fast and finish them before they can react.

Human Torch Abilities

Fire Cluster

His main attack is a short-range projectile burst that works like a shotgun. It hits hard up close but drops off fast. This weapon demands precision and patience.

Blazing Blast

Deploys a field of flame that damages anyone inside. Can be used to zone entryways, punish stalls, or force movement. Use this often to control maps.

Flaming Meteor

Dives to the ground, dealing burst damage on impact. Works well after flame placement. This is also a strong tool for quick repositioning and finishing off enemies caught in fire.

Pyro Prison

Creates an enclosed area of flame that traps enemies inside. Great for area denial, especially when placed on top of other flame zones.

Plasma Body

Gives Human Torch a short burst of flight speed. Use it to dodge, dive, or escape. It can also reposition between flame placements or help you rotate behind cover.

Inferno Collapse (Ultimate)

Launches a wide firestorm that deals massive damage. Use it to break defensive setups, lock out capture zones, or start a dive. Save this for grouped enemies or backliners hiding in cover.

How to Play Human Torch

Torch plays best at mid-range with strong map awareness. Start by placing flame fields around chokes and objectives. These fields force enemies to reposition or risk burning.

Use Plasma Body to peek, place a flame zone, then dash away. Stay near walls or tight corners to break line of sight when needed. Once you see an enemy exposed, dive with Flaming Meteor to land burst damage.

Do not spam your primary fire from a distance. Instead, move in close, fire once, then chain it into Blazing Blast or Meteor. This is how you delete squishies.

If you're under pressure, reset with Plasma Body and fly to high ground. Human Torch cannot win brawls unless he is dictating the terms.

Human Torch Combos

Fast Burst Combo

Fire Cluster → Blazing Blast → Flaming Meteor → Fire Cluster
This combo melts low-health targets. Use the first shot as a cancel trigger, then land both follow-ups instantly. Perfect for quick dives on unaware enemies.

Zone Trap

Blazing Blast (twice) → Wait → Blazing Blast (third flame) → Pyro Prison
Traps enemies in a three-flame triangle. Great for cutting off paths or locking down regroup spots. Best when paired with team abilities.

Reposition and Re-engage

Plasma Body → Flame Field → Fire Cluster
Use this to escape, reset, and re-engage from a better spot. This flow is also strong on Payload maps where movement is key.

Best Team Comp for Human Torch

Doctor Strange: Supports zoning with barriers and controls enemy movement
Scarlet Witch: Combines zone effects with Human Torch for total area denial
Magneto: Pulls enemies into flame fields and holds ground
Psylocke: Provides aggressive flanking that syncs well with Torch dives
Venom: Holds space and buys time for Human Torch to position

He works best with teams that slow down enemies or lock them in place.

How to Counter Human Torch

Human Torch is strong in open air, but weak when surprised or overwhelmed.

Top counters:

Hawkeye: Punishes him from long range while grounded or airborne
Black Widow: Hits fast and hard with precision shots from cover
Iron Fist: Tracks well in the air and can combo Human Torch with strong anti-air strikes
Winter Soldier: Outguns him if caught near the ground
Punisher: Melts his low health pool before he escapes

Fight him with hitscan or air-punching characters who can pressure his space.

Best Human Torch Crosshair Code

Use this code for better spread awareness and projectile tracking.

Crosshair Code:
4;0.0;20.0,20.0,0.0,25.0;100.0,100.0,80.0,100.0;0.0,80.0,85.0,50.0;100.0,100.0,100.0,100.0;0.0,42.0,40.0,0.0;33.0,30.0,55.0,33.0;50.0;100.0,100.0,80.0,100.0;0.0;5,2,2,1;1.0,1.0,1.0

Use a low sensitivity and keep your flicks minimal. Lead your shots slightly when strafing.

Final Blurb

This Marvel Rivals Human Torch guide (Season 3) gives you everything needed to land burst combos, win mid-range duels, and dominate choke points. He is fragile but deadly when played smart.

Keep your spacing clean, place your flame zones wisely, and never overextend without a way out. The skies are yours (until Hawkeye sees you).