Marvel Rivals: Season 1 Dracula Explained

Marvel Rivals Season 1: Dracula's Reign of Eternal Night

Marvel Rivals' expansive roster of heroes and villains takes center stage in Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, with Dracula as the primary antagonist. Teaming up with Doctor Doom, Dracula manipulates the moon's orbit, plunging New York City into chaos. This guide details Dracula's role and his sinister impact on the Marvel Rivals storyline.

Who is Marvel Rivals' Dracula?

Count Vlad Dracula, the iconic Transylvanian vampire lord, serves as the main villain in Season 1. His goal: conquer present-day New York City.

Dracula boasts a formidable array of abilities: superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, and reflexes. His immortality and regenerative powers make him a formidable opponent. He also commands mind control, hypnosis, and shapeshifting, allowing for strategic manipulation and adaptability in combat.

Dracula's Role in Season 1: Eternal Night Falls

In Season 1, Dracula utilizes Chronovium to disrupt the moon's orbit, plunging New York into his "Empire of Eternal Night." This unleashes a vampire army, causing widespread havoc. Heroes like Spider-Man, Cloak & Dagger, Blade, and the Fantastic Four unite to combat Dracula and his forces, striving to save the city.

Marvel comic book fans will recognize elements of the 2024 "Blood Hunt" storyline, a pivotal event where Dracula leverages the absence of sunlight to expand his influence.

Will Dracula Be a Playable Character?

Currently, there's no official announcement confirming Dracula as a playable character in Marvel Rivals. Considering Doctor Doom's villainous role in Season 0 without becoming playable, Dracula's playability remains uncertain.

However, given his central antagonist role in Season 1, Dracula will significantly influence gameplay, likely impacting game modes and maps. His prominent position in the narrative makes him a strong contender for future inclusion as a playable character. This guide will be updated with any official announcements regarding his inclusion in NetEase Games' hero shooter.