Marvel Rivals’ coolest unreleased hero finally wakes up from his actual, in-game slumber

Marvel Rivals maps, such as Sanctum Sanctorum and Midtown Convergence, are full of comic book references. Fans have noticed similarities to prominent Marvel locations such as Oscorp Tower and Beyond Tower in Midtown, which could refer to Green Goblin or Spider-Man’s Ben Reilly.

The Sanctum Sanctorum map features a mural of Wong, raising suspicions about his potential roster inclusion. These nuances immerse players in a vibrant Marvel multiverse, rewarding observant fans with lore-rich discoveries. Blade, the Daywalker, is one of the most interesting Easter eggs, with his appearance being a recurring tease.

Blade was imprisoned by Dracula on Season 1’s Central Park map, generating anticipation for his liberation. By Season 2, a new element had been revealed on the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda map: Blade was seen resting in a chamber near Team B’s spawn, implying that his narrative was far from done. These minor indicators keep fans excited about his potential as a playable duelist. Now, with the latest update, Blade has finally woken up as Season 3 nears its release.

Blade finally wakes up on Marvel Rivals map after latest update

Marvel Rivals’ latest June 19 update brought some massive gameplay changes, while balancing several heroes in the roster with nerfs and buffs. However, one of the rare changes that players were quick to notice is that a resting Blade is finally awake from his previous location at the Imperial Institute of Science in Wakanda map.

This development aligns with leaks that predicted Blade’s abilities, including the agile Dark Knight Attack dash and the transformative New Moon ultimate. With Season 3 potentially launching on July 11, 2025, Blade’s release marks a pivotal moment in NetEase Games’ accelerated content rollout, featuring shorter seasons and monthly hero additions.

The hero’s awakening from a slumber also strongly hints that he could join the Season 3 roster as an in-game hero, next to leaked characters like Phoenix and Captain Marvel. As Marvel Rivals continues to evolve, Blade’s debut promises to redefine team-up dynamics, especially with Vanguards like Thor, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.