Marvel Rivals: Season 1 Dracula Explained

Marvel's Universe boasts a vast cast of characters, and Marvel Rivals expertly leverages this rich tapestry, bringing a diverse array of heroes and villains to life. Season 1: Eternal Night Falls spotlights one particularly sinister figure: Dracula.

This season sees Dracula, in league with Doctor Doom, manipulating the moon's orbit, plunging New York City into chaos within the Present Timeline. Let's delve into Dracula's role and his malevolent impact on the Marvel Rivals lore.

Who is Dracula in Marvel Rivals?

Marvel Rivals' Dracula, also known as Count Vlad Dracula, serves as the primary antagonist of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls. This Transylvanian nobleman, transformed into an ancient vampire lord, aims to conquer Present-day New York City.

Dracula possesses an impressive arsenal of abilities: superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, and reflexes. His immortality and regenerative powers make him a formidable foe. His control over minds, hypnotic abilities, and shapeshifting further enhance his strategic prowess and adaptability in combat.

Dracula's Lore in Marvel Rivals Season 1

In Marvel Rivals' Season 1, Dracula harnesses the power of Chronovium to disrupt the moon's orbit, plunging New York into his "Empire of Eternal Night"—the very inspiration for the season's title. He unleashes a vampire army to wreak havoc. As the city is shrouded in perpetual twilight, heroes like Spider-Man, Cloak & Dagger, Blade, and the Fantastic Four unite to combat Dracula and his monstrous forces, fighting to save the city.

Longtime Marvel fans will recognize Dracula from the 2024 comic storyline, Blood Hunt. This event, one of Marvel's most intense, showcases Dracula exploiting the sunless world to expand his influence.

Will Dracula Be Playable in Marvel Rivals?

Currently, there's no official confirmation regarding Dracula's availability as a playable character in Marvel Rivals. Considering Doctor Doom, the main villain of Season 0, wasn't made playable, Dracula's playability remains uncertain.

However, given his central role as the Season 1 antagonist, Dracula will likely significantly influence the season's game modes and maps. His prominence in the storyline makes him a strong contender for future inclusion as a playable character. We will update this guide if NetEase Games announces his addition to the hero shooter.