- Win Rate
- 54.5%
- Pick Rate
- 0.2%
- Avg KDA
- 4.27
The Hood Overview
- Role
- Vanguard
- Matches
- 907
- Season
- Current
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
The Hood Tier Rating
The Hood is currently underperforming in the meta, but can still be effective in the right hands and team compositions. With an impressive 54.5% win rate and 0.2% pick rate, The Hood is a reliable choice for climbing ranks. The Hood has a 0.0% MVP rate in matches. As a Vanguard, The Hood excels at absorbing damage and creating space for their team.
The Hood Detailed Statistics
The Hood Abilities
- Damage
- 26 per round
- Casting
- Hitscan
- Ammo
- 40
- Critical Hit
- Yes
- Damage Falloff
- Begins at 8m, decreasing to 55% at 20m
- Firing Interval
- 0.2s
- Demonic Energy Gained
- 2 per hit
- Damage (above 50% Energy)
- 21 per round
- Firing Interval (above 50% Energy)
- 0.15s
- Damage
- 4 per round
- Casting
- Hitscan
- Damage Falloff
- Begins at 8m, decreasing to 80% at 20m
- Firing Interval
- 0.05s
- Max Bonus Health
- 100
- Lifesteal Proportion
- 10%
- Crosshair Spread Radius
- Reaches 0.5m after 10 consecutive shots (at 10m)
- Damage-bonus Health Conversion
- 40%
- Cooldown
- 10s
- Veil Size
- Width: 8m, Height: 3.5m
- Veil Duration
- 6s
- Pass-through Damage
- 60
- Pass-through Blind Duration
- 1s
- Enemy Projectile Damage Loss
- 35%
- Enemy Projectile Healing Loss
- 20%
- Accursed Pistols Demonic Energy Gained
- 2.75 per hit
- Leaded Transformation Lifesteal Proportion
- 20%
- Cooldown
- 10s
- Max Duration
- 1s
- Barrier Radius
- 2m spherical radius
- Barrier Radius (above 50% Energy)
- 3m spherical radius
- Damage Absorbed-demonic Energy Conversion
- 3.75%
- Max Demonic Energy
- 100
- Cooldown
- 15s
- Duration
- 1.2s
- Movement Boost
- 40% (while active)
- Explosion Range
- 4.5m spherical radius
- Explosion Damage
- 40
- Movement Boost Decay
- Decays to 0% over 2s after the ability ends
- Demonic Energy Gained
- 20 (upon activation)
- Energy Cost
- 3400
- Duration
- 12s
- Attack Damage
- 1st - 5th Shots: 90 + 10% Max Health, 6th Shot: 140 + 15% Max Health
- Max Shots Fired
- 6
- Max Bonus Health
- 200
- Bonus Health Gained
- 50 (after each shot)
- Full-demon State Max Health
- 1000
- Full-demon State Properties
- • The Hood cannot move while the Ultimate is active. • Shots pierce through enemies and barriers and cannot be deflected by enemies. • Restore all health once the ability ends. Dropping to 0 HP while in full-demon state results in death. • Can be manually canceled.
- Bonus Health Generation Range
- 8m spherical radius
- Damage-bonus Health Conversion
- 60%
The Hood Team-Up Abilities
- Damage
- Deal 20 damage every 0.5s
- Cooldown
- 16s
- Zone Range
- 5m spherical radius
- Zone Duration
- 4s
- One-time Damage
- 60
- Max Teleport Distance
- 30m
- Max Damage/healing Loss
- 40%
- Enemy Damage/healing Loss
- 5% per hit
- Max Zone Generation Distance
- 20m
- Max Bounces
- 3
- Barrier Health
- 300
- Explosion Range
- 8m spherical radius
- Explosion Damage
- 30
- Attack Damage Loss
- 50% per bounce
- Attack Bouncing Range
- 3m
- Enemy Damage/healing Loss
- 35%
Build the best team around The Hood
Team Comp Lab puts both teams on one board: active team-ups, pair synergies, role balance and every hero's matchup edge against the enemy lineup, all from real matches.
- Full 6v6 board
- Team-ups & pair synergies
- Matchups vs the enemy team

There are 14 Vanguard heroes in Marvel Rivals. The Hood is ranked #3 among them with a 54.5% win rate, which is above the Vanguard average of 52.8%. Peni Parker leads the Vanguard category with a 58.8% win rate. The Hood's 0.2% pick rate is lower than the average of 1.8%, and their 4.27 KDA is above the Vanguard average of 4.11.
| # | Hero | Tier | Win Rate | Pick Rate | MVP Rate | Kills | Deaths | KDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peni Parker S Tier | 58.8% | 1.1% | 4.5% | 16.4 | 4.8 | 6.93 | |
| 2 | Captain America A Tier | 54.6% | 1.1% | 12.1% | 17.4 | 5.5 | 3.73 | |
| 3 | The Hood D Tier | 54.5% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 18.4 | 4.9 | 4.27 | |
| 4 | Groot B Tier | 54.1% | 1.5% | 8.8% | 20.4 | 6.5 | 3.76 | |
| 5 | Hulk B Tier | 53.8% | 1.7% | 7.5% | 17.0 | 5.1 | 4.27 | |
| 6 | Angela C Tier | 53.2% | 1.0% | 5.1% | 17.8 | 6.2 | 3.49 | |
| 7 | Rogue C Tier | 52.8% | 1.4% | 8.8% | 18.2 | 6.3 | 3.65 | |
| 8 | Venom C Tier | 52.6% | 1.8% | 7.0% | 18.1 | 6.0 | 3.90 | |
| 9 | Thor D Tier | 52.5% | 1.8% | 7.7% | 19.2 | 6.5 | 3.47 | |
| 10 | Doctor Strange D Tier | 51.9% | 3.7% | 8.6% | 19.6 | 6.7 | 3.31 | |
| 11 | Devil Dinosaur D Tier | 51.7% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 21.6 | 6.4 | 5.85 | |
| 12 | Magneto D Tier | 50.8% | 3.7% | 7.0% | 18.4 | 6.3 | 3.61 | |
| 13 | The Thing F Tier | 49.4% | 1.3% | 3.3% | 18.4 | 7.1 | 3.57 | |
| 14 | Emma Frost F Tier | 49.0% | 2.4% | 7.1% | 19.7 | 6.7 | 3.68 |
When to Play The Hood
Strengths
- High win rate of 54.5%, indicating strong overall performance
- Excellent survivability with 4.27 average KDA
- Strong frontline presence, able to absorb damage and create space for teammates
Weaknesses
- Lower pick rate means less community knowledge and fewer team synergies explored
- Dependent on team follow-up to capitalize on space created
- Can struggle against coordinated focus fire from enemy team
Strategic Tips
Role Mastery
As a Vanguard, The Hood should focus on leading the charge and creating space for teammates. Position yourself to absorb damage while your Duelists deal damage.
Team Synergy
The Hood works best with heroes that complement their Vanguard playstyle. Check the Synergies tab to find the best partners for The Hood.
Counter Awareness
Understanding The Hood's counters is crucial for success. Visit the Counters tab to learn which heroes to avoid and which matchups favor The Hood.
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The Hood FAQ
Is The Hood good in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood has a 54.5% win rate and 0.2% pick rate in Marvel Rivals. This makes The Hood a strong choice when played well.
What tier is The Hood in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood is currently ranked D-tier in Marvel Rivals, placing #11 out of 54 heroes overall and #3 among Vanguard heroes. Tier rankings are based on win rate performance in competitive matches.
Is The Hood meta in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood is currently not considered meta in Marvel Rivals. With a D-tier ranking and 54.5% win rate, The Hood may struggle against stronger picks. However, skilled players can still find success with proper team compositions.
What role is The Hood in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood is a Vanguard hero in Marvel Rivals. Vanguards are tanky frontline heroes that protect their team.
What are The Hood's stats in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood has a 54.5% win rate, 0.2% pick rate, and 0.0% MVP rate in Marvel Rivals. On average, The Hood achieves 4.27 KDA with 18.4 kills, 4.9 deaths, and 2.5 assists per match.
How do I play The Hood effectively?
To play The Hood effectively, focus on their strengths as a Vanguard. Learn their abilities and practice positioning to maximize your impact in team fights.
Is The Hood hard to play in Marvel Rivals?
The Hood is a Vanguard hero which is generally beginner-friendly. Focus on creating space for your team and absorbing damage. Learn when to engage and when to fall back to protect your supports.
Who is the best Vanguard in Marvel Rivals?
The top Vanguard heroes in Marvel Rivals by win rate are: Peni Parker, Captain America, The Hood. The Hood currently ranks #3 out of 14 Vanguard heroes based on competitive match data.