Marvel Rivals: Storm Character Guide (Season 2 Update)
Storm stands out as a versatile Duelist in Marvel Rivals, capable of both supporting allies and dealing significant damage. Her unique Tornado (movement speed) and Thunder (damage boost) modes allow her to adapt to various combat situations.
This guide provides:
Detailed breakdown of Storm's abilities
- Strategic tips for optimal performance
- Current Team-Up combinations (Season 2)
- How to effectively use Omega Hurricane
Storm's Abilities in Marvel Rivals
As a 3-star character, Storm's abilities focus on weather manipulation, offering both offensive and supportive capabilities:
Season 2 Changes:
Team-Up Adjustments: Only the Storm & Human Torch combo remains active.
New Krakoa Map: Requires updated positioning strategies.
Balance Updates: Modifications to Goddess Boost cooldown and effectiveness.
Optimal Strategies for Playing Storm
1. Utilizing Weather Modes
Tornado Mode:
Ideal for rotating between objectives or escaping unfavorable engagements.
Provides a team-wide movement speed boost, enabling faster map control.
Thunder Mode:
Switch to this mode during combat to maximize damage output.
Goddess Boost in Thunder Mode slows enemies while enhancing ally damage.
2. Positioning and Survival
Avoid open areas where Storm is vulnerable to snipers like Hawkeye and Black Widow.
Use high ground for ambushes, then regroup with teammates to maintain support.
Stay near allies to maximize the effectiveness of Weather Control buffs.
3. Mastering Omega Hurricane
Best used in team fights to disrupt enemy formations.
Combo with Human Torch's Fire Tornado to extend duration and damage.
Avoid wasting on single targets—focus on crowd control and objective denial.
Storm's Team-Up Combinations (Season 2)
Active Team-Up: Storm & Human Torch (Storming Ignition)
Human Torch's Supernova + Storm's Omega Hurricane creates a Burning Hurricane, increasing area of effect and damage.
Flame Tornado combined with Omega Hurricane extends the ultimate's duration.
Removed Team-Up (Pre-Season 2)
Voltaic Union (Thor + Captain America + Storm) is no longer available in Season 2.
Storm's Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths:
Flexible playstyle with both supportive and offensive capabilities.
Powerful ultimate ability for team fights and objective control.
Strong synergy with Human Torch for enhanced damage output.
Weaknesses:
Long cooldowns on key abilities like Goddess Boost.
Vulnerable to snipers and melee assassins due to limited defensive options.
Recommended for: Players who enjoy hybrid support/DPS roles with high mobility and team utility.