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

Marvel Rivals, boasting a vast roster of Marvel heroes and villains, plunges into a thrilling narrative with Season 1: Eternal Night Falls, featuring the iconic Dracula as the primary antagonist. This season sees Dracula, alongside Doctor Doom, manipulating the moon's orbit to plunge New York City into chaos. Let's delve into Dracula's role and his sinister impact on the Marvel Rivals universe.

Who is Marvel Rivals' Dracula?

Count Vlad Dracula, the ancient Transylvanian vampire lord, serves as the central villain in Season 1. His ambition? To conquer present-day New York City and establish his Empire of Eternal Night.

Dracula possesses a formidable arsenal of abilities: superhuman strength, speed, stamina, agility, and reflexes. His immortality and regenerative powers make him a formidable foe. Furthermore, his mastery of mind control, hypnosis, and shapeshifting allows for strategic manipulation and adaptability in combat.

Dracula's Role in Marvel Rivals Season 1

In Season 1, Dracula leverages the power of Chronovium to disrupt the moon's orbit, plunging the city into darkness. This "Eternal Night Falls" allows him to unleash his vampire army, wreaking havoc upon the city. Heroes such as Spider-Man, Cloak & Dagger, Blade, and the Fantastic Four unite to counter Dracula's forces and save New York City from his reign of terror. This storyline draws inspiration from Marvel's "Blood Hunt" (2024) comic event, known for its intense, vampire-centric narrative.

Will Dracula Be a Playable Character?

Currently, there's no official confirmation of Dracula's availability as a playable character. Considering Doctor Doom's role as the Season 0 antagonist without subsequent playable status, Dracula's playability remains uncertain.

However, given his pivotal role as the Season 1 antagonist, Dracula's presence will heavily influence the game's modes and maps. His significant storyline presence strongly suggests the possibility of future inclusion as a playable character. This guide will be updated upon any official announcements from NetEase Games regarding his inclusion in the hero shooter.