The Hood - Marvel Rivals Vanguard
Win Rate
54.5%
Pick Rate
0.2%
Avg KDA
4.27

The Hood Overview

The Hood D Tier
Role
Vanguard
Matches
907
Season
Current
Methodology
Data Methodology
The Hood D Tier

The Hood Tier Rating

Rank #11 of 54 heroes•#3 Vanguard

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

Win Rate54.5%
Pick Rate0.2%
MVP Rate0.0%
Avg KDA4.27
Avg Kills18.4
Avg Deaths4.9
Avg Assists2.5
Avg Damage0
Avg Healing0
Damage Taken0

The Hood Abilities

Accursed PistolsWeapon
Key: Left Click
Shoot forward dual-wielded pistols. Gain increased Attack Speed when Demonic Energy exceeds 50%.
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
Leaded TransformationWeapon
Key: Left Click
Enter Half-Demon State, transforming your arms into demonic rifles to unleash a rain of lead. These rifles have increased Attack Speed and Infinite Ammo. Every bullet that strikes an enemy triggers Lifesteal.
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%
Abyssal VeilNormal
Key: E
Throw a dark magic sphere that generates a Veil upon landing. Accursed Pistols shots passing through it generate more Demonic Energy and bullets from Leaded Transformation gain increased Lifesteal. Enemy projectiles passing through suffer reduced damage and healing output. Enemies who pass through the Veil take damage and are Blinded.
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%
Mantle of OblivionNormal
Key: Right Click
Spread your cloak to form a spherical barrier, blocking incoming enemy attacks. When Demonic Energy exceeds 50%, the radius of the sphere expands further.
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%
Ruinous PactPassive
Key: Passive
Accumulate Demonic Energy by dealing damage via Accursed Pistols, blocking attacks with Mantle of Oblivion, or by using Void Walk. Reaching full energy automatically triggers the Half-Demon State.
Max Demonic Energy
100
Void WalkNormal
Key: SHIFT
Enter the Void for free-flight. Upon reappearing, gain a decaying Movement Boost and damage surrounding enemies.
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)
Demon of the EndUltimate
Key: Q
Enter Full Demon State. Fire up to 6 high-powered shots that pierce through enemies and barriers, while granting Bonus Health to yourself and nearby allies; the final bullet is the most powerful. Hitting enemies grants Bonus Health to yourself and nearby allies.
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

Chaos CollisionTeam-Up
Key: C
BASE EFFECT - Gain a new ability. Create an arcane zone that continuously damages enemies and applies stacking Damage and Healing Reduction. Reactivate to teleport to the zone's center.
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
New Moon's ShadowTeam-Up
Key: E
BASE EFFECT - Enhances Abyssal Veil into a Lunar Barrier that blocks projectiles. Upon breaking, it detonates, damaging enemies and applying Damage and Healing Reduction. Enemies passing through take damage and are briefly Blinded.
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%
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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.

#HeroTierWin RatePick RateMVP RateKillsDeathsKDA
1Peni ParkerPeni ParkerPeni Parker S Tier58.8%1.1%4.5%16.44.86.93
2Captain AmericaCaptain AmericaCaptain America A Tier54.6%1.1%12.1%17.45.53.73
3The HoodThe HoodThe Hood D Tier54.5%0.2%0.0%18.44.94.27
4GrootGrootGroot B Tier54.1%1.5%8.8%20.46.53.76
5HulkHulkHulk B Tier53.8%1.7%7.5%17.05.14.27
6AngelaAngelaAngela C Tier53.2%1.0%5.1%17.86.23.49
7RogueRogueRogue C Tier52.8%1.4%8.8%18.26.33.65
8VenomVenomVenom C Tier52.6%1.8%7.0%18.16.03.90
9ThorThorThor D Tier52.5%1.8%7.7%19.26.53.47
10Doctor StrangeDoctor StrangeDoctor Strange D Tier51.9%3.7%8.6%19.66.73.31
11Devil DinosaurDevil DinosaurDevil Dinosaur D Tier51.7%2.3%1.8%21.66.45.85
12MagnetoMagnetoMagneto D Tier50.8%3.7%7.0%18.46.33.61
13The ThingThe ThingThe Thing F Tier49.4%1.3%3.3%18.47.13.57
14Emma FrostEmma FrostEmma Frost F Tier49.0%2.4%7.1%19.76.73.68

When to Play The Hood

The Hood is a Vanguard hero in Marvel Rivals with a 54.5% win rate and 0.2% pick rate. This hero averages 4.27 KDA with 18.4 kills and 4.9 deaths per match.

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

1

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.

2

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.

3

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.