When is Blade coming in Marvel Rivals? Release data, role, abilities, and more!
The long-awaited arrival of Blade in
Marvel Rivals
is finally happening. The Daywalker, who's been teasing fans with subtle appearances since Season 1, is now slicing his way into the game with the Season 3.5 update.
From leaked ability details to a confirmed release window, here's everything you need to know about Blade's entrance into the Marvel multiplayer arena.
When Is Blade Releasing in Marvel Rivals?
While Blade was officially revealed during the
Marvel Rivals
Season 3 trailer, he won't be available at launch. Instead, NetEase has slated his debut for the Season 3.5 update, which drops on August 8, 2025.
This mid-season addition follows earlier teases on the Birnin T'Challa map, where Blade was spotted in a mysterious sleep chamber before vanishing in a later patch, signaling his awakening.
Blade's Role: Aggressive DPS Duelist
Based on leaks, Blade is built for aggressive, close-combat duels and high burst damage. Players can switch between Dracula's Sword and a Hunting Gun, adapting to close-quarters brawls or long-range skirmishes on the fly.
Leaked Abilities: Blade's Full Kit
While the official reveal trailer hasn't dropped yet, dataminers have uncovered Blade's potential ability lineup:
1. Blade Chopper (Primary – Sword)
Slash enemies with Dracula's Sword to deal solid melee damage.
2. Hunting Gun (Primary – Gun)
Switch to a shotgun-style firearm that fires explosive fragmentation rounds at range.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
Concentrated Siberian Ginseng Extract 2oz
Superior Ginseng
Undo
3. Damage Block (Alt Fire – Sword)
Enter a defensive stance with your sword to block frontal damage.
4. Step and Chop (Shift)
Dash forward. With the gun: apply healing reduction. With the sword: apply slow to enemies.
5. Ultimate – Dracula's Wrath (Q)
Unleash a cinematic sword charge that slashes everything in your path and leaves a damaging trail behind.
6. Blood Liberation (E – Buff)
Activate vampiric mode. You can't be healed by allies but regenerate health by dealing damage.
Bonus: Cloak & Dagger Team-up?
One intriguing leak mentions a team-up ability with Cloak & Dagger, though specifics are still under wraps.
If true, Blade could offer some tactical duo-play potential in coordinated matches.
Blade's entry into Marvel Rivals has been a long time coming, and if the leaks are accurate, he could be one of the most dynamic characters in the game yet. With a mix of lifesteal, burst damage, and hybrid weapon play, he's a dream pick for DPS mains. August 8 can't come soon enough.
For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the
India vs England Test match
here.
Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
CBSE schools to integrate art & culture into curriculum
1 2 Ranchi : Schools affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) are gearing up for creative academic projects as the board has made art integrated projects compulsory for all students enrolled in Classes I to X, starting from the 2025–26 academic session. The initiative, aligned with the goals of the New Education Policy (NEP), aims to blend academic learning with art forms to foster experiential and interdisciplinary education. The guidelines mandate that every student should prepare creative projects by linking any academic subject such as Science, Mathematics, English, or Hindi with an Indian art form. The initiative is also a part of the 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' programme, under which each state is paired with another to promote cross-cultural understanding. Jharkhand has been paired with Telangana, and students from Jharkhand are expected to develop their projects based on the art and cultural heritage of Telangana. The board stated that students of Class X will not be issued their admit cards unless they complete and upload the project. The project must be environment-friendly in design and execution. All schools are required to submit the projects on CBSE's online platform Principal of Delhi Public School, Jaya Chauhan, said, "The move is aimed at enhancing cultural awareness and enriching subject comprehension through artistic expression. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo We have developed various thematic subjects and are currently working on project collaboration with DPS schools in Telangana. In the past, we have even carried out joint projects with students from Singapore." Principal of Firayalal Public School, Neeraj Sinha, said, "The aim of the project is not to turn students into artists, but to improve their conceptual understanding. Each project will be interdisciplinary in nature. For younger students, the project aims to help them understand concepts in a more interactive and engaging manner."
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Dhanush releases gripping trailer of G V Prakash Kumar-starrer 'Blackmail'
Actor and director Dhanush on Saturday released the gripping trailer of director Mu Muran's much-awaited thriller drama 'Blackmail', featuring actor, music director and producer G V Prakash in the lead. Taking to his X timeline, Dhanush said, "Here is #Blackmail trailer for u all ... best of luck my brother @gvprakash." Here is #Blackmail trailer for u all … best of luck my brother @gvprakash — Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) July 19, 2025 The trailer that was released gives away the fact that the film will have a series of gripping developments. Even as glimpses of the developments are presented to us piquing our curiosity, there is a voice over that keeps telling us the bigger point that the film is trying to make. The voice asks, "Do you know what this society is teaching us? It teaches us not to trust anyone. To cheat everyone. It teaches you to be selfish. It says don't bother about people who get cheated. It asks you to backstab, loot and kill. The society that teaches us all this however will never take the blame." Kaaval Official Trailer | Vimal, Samuthirakani | G. V. Prakash Kumar Actor G V Prakash plays the lead in the film along with actress Teju Ashwini. Apart from G V Prakash and Teju Ashwini, the film will also feature a host of actors including actors Srikanth, Bindhu Madhavi, Linga, Thilak Ramesh and Muthukumar. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The film is being produced by A Deivakani and is being presented by Jayakodi Amalraj under the banner, JDS Film Factory. Mu Maran, who is directing this film, is best known for having directed the critically acclaimed thriller 'Iravukku Aayiram Kangal', which featured Arul Nidhi and Mahima Nambiar in the lead. On the technical front, cinematography for the film is being handled by well-known cinematographer Gokul Benoy. Music for the film has been scored by Sam C S while editing for the film is being taken care of by San Lokesh. The film has two costume designers in Thilakapriya Shanmugham and Vinod Sundar. The stunt sequences in the film are to be choreographed by Rajasekhar while makeup is being taken care of by Sasikumar Paramasivam. The film is scheduled to hit screens on August 1 this year.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
'This shit is retarded': Fans react as N3on surprisingly quits Kick and switches to Twitch for streaming
(Image via @N3onOnYT/X) Internet star Ragnesh 'N3on' is back in the spotlight, and not for another wild collab or hot mic moment. The popular streamer sent the internet into overdrive on Thursday, July 18, 2025, when he dropped a dramatic video announcing his move from Kick to Twitch. Complete with guest appearances, subtle shade, and just the right amount of meme-bait, N3on's post had fans divided, excited, and very, very loud. N3on's flashy Twitch announcement breaks the internet On Thursday, July 18, 2025, N3on posted a nearly two-minute cinematic reel that served as his Kick farewell. And it wasn't just him talking into a webcam. The clip featured actor Nick Cannon and rapper Dave Blunts, with high-energy edits from his Kick streams, where he vibed with big names like KSI, Lil Pump, and even Kanye West. But the headline moment? At 1:34, N3on steps through a door stamped with Kick's neon green logo, only to get hit with a blunt 'N3on, get the f**k out of here,' courtesy of Dave. Seconds later, he walks into a purple room, clearly marked with the Twitch logo. The message was clear: the Kick era is over. N3on will now stream exclusively on Twitch starting June 21, 2025. With no caption needed, the video spoke volumes, and fans were listening. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Monica Lewinsky's House Makes Alcatraz Looks Like A Paradise Undo 'This shit is retarded': reactions pour in on X The reactions came fast. And loud. Within hours, the post racked up over a million views, with hundreds of users weighing in on what this move meant, not just for N3on, but for the broader streaming wars. Some were straight-up disappointed. 'This shit is retarded,' wrote one user, summing up the feelings of those who felt N3on was abandoning the platform that put him on the map. A chunk of the community didn't hold back on the hot takes. 'Kicks literally been dead. idk why adin keep saying kick is gonna be big one day,' one user posted. Adin Ross weighs in: 'N3on will come back' Of course, it wouldn't be a Kick vs. Twitch moment without Adin Ross chiming in. The streamer responded from his alt account, saying, 'Neon will come back to Kick.' He doubled down on the idea that freedom matters more than hype. 'Y'all love freedom… I never follow what other ppl r doing. Kick will win. See u tn.' Whether it's confidence or cope, only time will tell. What's next for N3on? Whether this is a permanent move or a Twitch 'vacation' remains to be seen. But one thing's for sure - N3on's switch has reignited the streaming wars, bringing platform loyalty, content freedom, and fanbase allegiance back into the spotlight. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
