In Episode 15, Seth and Luke start by responding to your comments from the last show and sharing their week’s highlights in Marvel Rivals. They then reveal which Lord portraits they trust the most.

Next, they cover all the latest news: the new Wolverine “Weapon X” and Jeff “Sunshine Landshark” skins arriving this week; the June 3 patch notes; and details on Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol mode and its rewards track.

Finally, they give their early thoughts on Season 2.5—what changes they’re excited about and which heroes might shake up the meta.

Enjoyed the episode? Leave your feedback and Season 2.5 predictions in the comments, and subscribe for new Rival Banter every Tuesday. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

In Episode 14, Seth and Luke kick off by responding to your comments from Episode 13 and sharing highlights from their latest Marvel Rivals sessions. They then unveil their picks for the “Lord portraits we trust the least” before diving into all the week’s news—including NetEase’s Thor and Jeff rework update, the May 30 patch notes, and fresh Groot, Ultron, and Future Foundation skins. For the main event, they break down Season 2.5 with an Ultron guide and a rundown of the balance changes you need to know.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 13

Weekly Recap: wins, losses, and clutch moments from their Rivals grind

Draft Topic: the Lord portraits we trust the least

News Roundup: NetEase Thor & Jeff rework update, May 30 patch notes, new Groot and Ultron skins, Future Foundation Fantastic Four skins

Main Feature: Season 2.5 breakdown with an in-depth Ultron guide and detailed balance changes

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In Episode 13 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke start by responding to your comments from the last show and recap their week in Marvel Rivals. Then they reveal their secret recipe for the most obnoxious team comp—two Vanguards, two Supports, and two Duelists—that no one wants to face.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 12

Weekly Recap: wins, fails, and clutch moments from their grind

Draft Strategy: assembling the ultimate annoying six-man lineup

News Roundup: patch notes for May 20th, new Adam Warlock and Scarlet Witch skins, and NetEase’s clarification on Chrono Shield Cards

Main Feature: bold predictions for Season 2.5—what’s changing in the meta, which heroes will rise, and who might fall

Enjoyed the episode? Leave your Season 2.5 predictions in the comments and subscribe for new Rival Banter every Tuesday.

Season 2 is live and the meta is shifting—Seth and Luke are here to break it all down!

🔥 Main Feature:

• Official Season 2 Hero Tier List Reveal 👉 Build your own or view ours

💬 Community Mail:

• Responding to your comments on Episode 11

🎮 Weekly Recap:

• Wins, losses, and clutch moments from their Rivals grind

📰 News Roundup:

• Namor & Punisher skins (dropping this week)

▶️ [https://www.reddit.com/r/marvelrivals/comments/1klr7cm/may_16_costumes_avenge_your_loved_ones_with_honor/](https://www.reddit.com/r/marvelrivals/comments/1klr7cm/may_16_costumes_avenge_your_loved_ones_with_honor/)

• NetEase’s Galacta’s Gift event & return of Season 0 Battle Pass

▶️ [https://www.marvelrivals.com/devdiaries/20250513/40954_1233900.html](https://www.marvelrivals.com/devdiaries/20250513/40954_1233900.html)

• Introducing Marvel Rivals Ignite mode

▶️ [http://marvelrivals.com/match/20250509/41547_1233400.html](http://marvelrivals.com/match/20250509/41547_1233400.html)

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Marvel Rivals might be “dying”—or so the internet would have you believe. In Episode 11 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke lean into the hype, debunk the panic, and deliver everything you need to know to stay ahead of the pack.

• Listener Mail: Responding to your comments on the last episode
• Weekly Recap: Wins, fails, and clutch moments from their Rivals grind
• News:
  • Squirrel Girl “Sunshine” skin dropping Friday
  • Rocket Raccoon “Sunshine” skin arriving alongside it
  • Player base dips to an all‑time low (drama guaranteed)
• Topic
  • Skill Breakdown: Ranking the top five in‑game skills every hero‑shooter player needs to master

This week on Rival Banter, Seth and Luke dive into the community’s latest flashpoint: the Support Strike. What started as a reaction to a streamer’s jab at Strategist mains has escalated into full-blown role refusal and debate over toxicity, balance, and the ranked system. We break down why we think this protest is a bit overblown, what the devs are doing in response, and how players can take more control over their experience. Plus: hands return to the Multiverse of Madness skin, Season 2 combat changes, and a fresh round of patch notes. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

Luke and Seth dive into their early impressions of Marvel Rivals Season 2 – what’s working, what’s not, and what has them hyped. They break down Emma Frost’s first week on the roster, give their take on the new Krakoa domination map, and react to the latest balance changes shaking up the meta. Plus, a look ahead at the upcoming Doctor Strange and Peni Parker skins dropping April 18th! -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

This week on Rival Banter, Luke and Seth break down everything you need to know heading into Season 2 of Marvel Rivals. From a new dev vision video to a monthly hero cadence starting in Season 3, there’s a lot to be excited (and nervous) about.

We cover:

🔥 The new 2-month season format

🧊 The arrival of Emma Frost – abilities, synergies, and why she might break the game

🏆 Ranked resets and what dropping 9 divisions really means

🗺️ Updated map pool (RIP Tokyo 1099)

🚫 Hero bans starting at Gold III

💃 The Hellfire Gala skins and which ones are actually worth flexing

⚖️ Key balance changes and early reactions

Whether you're climbing the ladder or theory crafting future comps, this episode sets you up for Season 2 success. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie