# Magneto - Master of Magnetism ## Overview Magneto is a powerful control Vanguard who excels at manipulating the battlefield and enemy positions. His mastery over magnetism allows him to disrupt enemy formations, protect allies, and control objectives with unparalleled efficiency. He's perfect for players who enjoy a strategic playstyle focused on positioning and area control. ### Core Strengths - Exceptional area control - Strong enemy displacement abilities - Powerful defensive capabilities - Can control multiple threats simultaneously - Excellent objective defense ### Core Weaknesses - Complex ability interactions - Requires precise timing - Limited direct damage output - Vulnerable to burst damage - Resource management intensive ## Abilities ### Primary Fire - Magnetic Bolt - Launches magnetic projectiles - Builds Magnetic charge on hit - Can be charged for increased damage - Applies minor pull effect ### Magnetic Shield - Creates a protective magnetic field - Deflects incoming projectiles - Absorbs metal-based attacks - Can be moved and repositioned ### Polarity Wave - Releases a wave of magnetic force - Pushes or pulls enemies based on polarity - Can be charged for increased range - Interacts with metal objects in environment ### Metal Storm - Controls nearby metal objects - Can be used as projectiles - Creates temporary cover - Blocks enemy movement paths ### Ultimate - Magnetic Mastery - Dramatically increases magnetic powers - Enhances all ability effects - Creates large-scale magnetic storms - Provides team-wide magnetic shields ## Basic Combos 1. Polarity Wave > Metal Storm > Magnetic Bolt - Standard control combo - Maximizes displacement 2. Magnetic Shield > Metal Storm > Polarity Wave - Defensive combo - Optimal area denial 3. Metal Storm > Ultimate > Polarity Wave - Ultimate setup combo - Maximum battlefield control ## Advanced Strategies ### Positioning - Maintain mid-range position - Use high ground for better control - Control chokepoints with abilities - Position to protect key allies ### Team Synergies Strong With: - Area damage dealers (Thor, Storm) - Mobile flankers (Spider-Man, Wolverine) - Control heroes (Doctor Strange, Captain America) Weak With: - Multiple control heroes - Low-damage compositions - Teams without follow-up potential ### Counter Picks Hard Counters: - Doctor Strange (ability disruption) - Storm (area contest) - Spider-Man (high mobility) Soft Counters: - Hulk (resistance to control) - Black Panther (quick engagement) - Iron Man (range pressure) ## Map-Specific Tips ### Convergence Maps - Control key chokepoints - Use metal objects for cover - Magnetic Shield for pushes ### Domination Maps - Zone control with abilities - Defend capture points - Disrupt enemy formations ### Convoy Maps - Escort protection - Path control - Strategic shield placement ## Difficulty Rating - Mechanical Difficulty: ★★★★★ - Positioning Difficulty: ★★★★☆ - Team Coordination: ★★★★★ - Overall: ★★★★★ ## Training Tips 1. Practice ability combinations 2. Master polarity timing 3. Learn object control 4. Perfect shield placement 5. Improve resource management ## Common Mistakes to Avoid - Poor shield positioning - Wasting Polarity Wave - Incorrect ultimate timing - Overextending position - Inefficient resource use ## Role in Team Composition Primary: - Area control - Enemy displacement - Team protection Secondary: - Space creation - Objective control - Setup potential ## Playstyle Adjustment Tips ### Aggressive - Forward shield placement - Frequent polarity usage - Offensive metal control ### Defensive - Focus on protection - Conservative ability usage - Reactive ultimate use ### Supportive - Shield priority on allies - Setup displacement for team - Control space for allies

Two Health Bars: Hulk effectively has two lives due to his ability to revert back to Bruce Banner when his health is depleted.

High Melee Pressure: Hulk excels in close-range combat with powerful, consistent attacks.

Mobility: Incredible Leap allows Hulk to quickly reposition, escape danger, or chase enemies.

Team Utility: Indestructible Guard shields allies and charges Hulk’s Ultimate, offering protection during fights.

Crowd Control (CC): Abilities like Radioactive Lockdown provide valuable stuns to disrupt enemies and objectives.

Monster Hulk Transformation: Hulk Smash dramatically increases his health and enhances his abilities, turning him into a near-unstoppable force.

Frailty as Bruce Banner: Bruce has the lowest health in the game and limited mobility, making him an easy target.

Vulnerability to Ranged Heroes: Hulk struggles against heroes with long-range attacks that can poke him down before he closes the gap.

Reliance on Gamma Energy: Without sufficient Gamma Energy, Bruce cannot transform into Hulk, limiting his effectiveness.

CC Susceptibility: Hulk is vulnerable to stuns and other crowd control effects when Indestructible Guard is on cooldown.

Predictable Movement: Hulk’s large size and straightforward melee focus make him easier to target.

Ranged Damage Dealers:

Heroes like Iron Man or Star-Lord can poke enemies from a distance while Hulk draws attention as a frontline tank.

Support/Healers:

Doctor Strange or Groot can keep Hulk alive longer, allowing him to maintain pressure.

Area Control Heroes:

Heroes like Scarlet Witch synergize well by locking enemies in place for Hulk to jump in and deal damage.

 

Weak Teammates:

Other Melee Tanks:

Pairing Hulk with heroes like Captain America can lead to redundancy and a lack of ranged threat.

Low CC Heroes:

Hulk benefits from teammates who can help control enemies while he closes the gap.

Hela:

Her mobility and stealth make it difficult for Hulk to land hits, and she delete him before he gets to her.

Hawkeye:

Long-range attacks and high burst damage can pressure Hulk before he gets close.

Scarlet Witch:

Her area control and CC can shut down Hulk’s mobility and trap him in unfavorable situations plus she does % health damage on hitscan.

Spider-Man:

Spider-Man’s mobility and web attacks can keep Hulk at a distance, but he struggles if caught in melee range.

Iron Man:

While Iron Man can poke Hulk from range, he is vulnerable if Hulk closes the gap with Incredible Leap.

Thor:

Thor’s versatility can pose challenges for Hulk, but a well-timed Radioactive Lockdown can neutralize his abilities.

Wolverine:
Wolverine a soft counter to every tank, if he is played by a good player, you will always have to be on the lookout on vanguard.

As Bruce Banner:

• Farm Gamma Energy: Use Gamma Grenade to generate Gamma Energy quickly while staying at a safe distance.
• Position Safely: Stay behind your team until you can transform into Hulk.
• Use Knockback Creatively: Gamma Grenade can be used to escape sticky situations or reach high ground for a better position.

As Hulk:

• Engage Decisively: Use Incredible Leap to close the gap and start fights on your terms.
• Protect Allies: Time Indestructible Guard to shield your team during critical moments.
• Focus Key Targets: Prioritize squishy damage dealers and supports with Heavy Blow and Gamma Burst.
• Disrupt Objectives: Use Radioactive Lockdown to prevent enemies from capturing objectives or to stall their team’s momentum.

As Monster Hulk:

• Dominate the Fight: Use Hulk Smash to push enemies back and create space for your team.
• Combo Your Abilities: Chain Heavy Blow, Gamma Burst, and World Breaker to maximize damage and control.
• Absorb Damage: Take advantage of your doubled health and damage reduction to tank for your team.