Elsa Bloodstone appears headed to Marvel Rivals. Datamined game files and cryptic hints in the Season 5 Gallery Card both point toward the legendary monster hunter joining the roster, likely in Season 6.
Datamined Files Reveal Character Data
Prominent Marvel Rivals dataminer X0X_LEAK uncovered a game file explicitly named "Elsa Bloodstone character." The file contains ability data represented as numerical values, though no ability names are attached. The raw numbers don't reveal specific mechanics, but the file's existence suggests active development.
Season 5 Gallery Card Drops Hints
The Season 5 Gallery Card contains narrative text that appears to tease two upcoming characters. The relevant passage reads:
"But since the Grandmaster was the one who caused this mess in the first place, I feel strangely inspired to beat him at his own game. And I know just how to do it. Believe it or not, I happen to have a few Earth-born operatives of my own that have been working for me behind the scenes: a blathering, foul-mouthed mercenary and a monster hunter as deadly as she is beautiful."
The "blathering, foul-mouthed mercenary" clearly points to Deadpool. The "monster hunter as deadly as she is beautiful" fits Elsa Bloodstone's Marvel identity perfectly.
Gallery Card Teases Have a Strong Track Record
These hints carry weight based on past patterns. Angela and Daredevil were teased in Season 3 and arrived in Season 4. Gambit and Rogue got their hints in Season 4 and became playable in Season 5. If the pattern holds, Elsa Bloodstone should debut in Season 6.
Elsa Bloodstone's Comic Book Powers
In Marvel lore, Elsa Bloodstone draws her abilities from two sources: genetic inheritance and the mystical Bloodstone artifact. Born with fragments of the Bloodgem's power in her blood, she has natural supernatural resilience, including immunity to vampire bites even without her signature Bloodstone Choker.
The Choker amplifies these gifts dramatically. When wearing it, Elsa gains superhuman strength, stamina, agility, and durability. She can withstand devastating impacts, tear apart vehicles barehanded, and pull off acrobatic feats well beyond human limits.
She also has a healing factor and energy projection powers. Her concussive blasts pack enough punch to repel giant monsters.
Firearms round out her arsenal. Elsa frequently uses guns as primary weapons and can wield multiple firearms at once while maintaining excellent aim.
Predicted Abilities
Based on her comic book powers, several in-game mechanics seem likely:
Primary Weapon: A revolver, double-barrel shotgun, or marksman rifle all fit her skillset. Her proficiency with multiple weapon types could mean weapon-switching mechanics.
Melee: Supernatural strength and combat training point toward powerful close-range options for dealing with enemies who get too close.
Skills: Two ability concepts fit naturally. First, a throwing weapon that applies Bleed or Slow. Second, a concussive blast that stuns or knocks back enemies.
Ultimate: Specific mechanics are hard to predict, but her weapon focus and likely DPS role suggest something damage-heavy. Think Miss Fortune from League of Legends: rapid shotgun blasts covering a cone-shaped area.
Role Prediction: Duelist or Strategist?
Elsa's firearms and energy projection make her a natural fit for ranged DPS. She could pressure enemies from a distance while handling close combat through martial arts and weapon skills. Duelist seems most likely.
Some fans on Reddit want to see her as a Strategist instead. This isn't impossible. She could tap into the Bloodstone Choker's magical properties to buff allies or even provide healing. The character offers flexibility for creative ability design.
Expected Playstyle
Elsa's powers could translate into a hybrid approach mixing ranged damage with survivability. Her durability and healing factor might let her absorb focus fire, functioning as a mid-range bruiser who thrives on constant engagement.
She could play similarly to The Punisher, switching between a revolver or shotgun and a marksman rifle. A mid-range scoped attack like Ashe in Overwatch 2 would also fit her kit well.
Release Window
Based on the Gallery Card pattern, Elsa Bloodstone should arrive in Season 6. Two dates line up with that timeline: January 14 with the full season update, or February 14 during the mid-season drop.
The Bottom Line
The evidence for Elsa Bloodstone's addition is solid. Datamined files and Gallery Card hints (which have proven reliable for past character predictions) both point to a Season 6 debut. Her comic abilities offer rich material for a Duelist or potentially Strategist kit. Official confirmation should come as Season 6 approaches.
