In Episode 21 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke kick things off with their week in Marvel Rivals before diving into all the latest news and their unfiltered reactions to Season 3.

Our week in Rivals covers standout plays, new strategies, and grind highlights.

News Roundup Psylocke and Loki summer skins revealed for this week Summer Special Event launching July 17 with Thor, Luna Snow, and The Thing skins NetEase’s Season 3.0 roadmap leak Small balance changes for Wolverine and Phoenix July 15 patch notes overview

Main Topic: Season 3 Reactions Discussion of Phoenix and Klyntar: Celestial Husk Deep dive on the Season 3 Battle Pass progression, new challenges, and rewards Analysis of the July 1 balance changes and the new post-match screen

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In Episode 20 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke kick off with their week in Marvel Rivals before unveiling swimsuit skin leaks for Loki, Psylocke, Punisher, Luna Snow, and Thor. Then they jump into their comprehensive Season 3 breakdown:

Our week in Rivals: highlights, strategies, and standout moments News roundup: leaked swimsuit skins for summer—Loki, Psylocke, Punisher, Luna Snow, and Thor Main feature: Season 3 deep dive • Phoenix guide overview • Klyntar: Celestial Husk breakdown • Season 3 Battle Pass skins and rewards • Balance changes • Friday patch notes review (July 4) • Rank reset impact: dropping seven tiers • New Platinum and Diamond rank rewards • Introduction of the accessory system • Student system: claim ten free trial skins • Milano Repair Logs: how to unlock the Symbiote Storm skin

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In Episode 18 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke kick things off by responding to your comments from last time and recapping their latest week in Marvel Rivals. They cover all the week’s news—from Hellfire Gala Thor and Born Again Daredevil skins to the latest patch notes that lower the surrender-vote threshold.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 17

Weekly Recap: wins, losses, and standout plays from their Rivals grind

News Roundup: new Thor & Punisher skins, in-depth Thor showcase, and June 24 patch notes

Main Topic: who sits on top and who bottoms out in Season 2.5? Seth and Luke debate the best and worst heroes in the current meta

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In Episode 17 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke respond to your comments from the last show and share their week in Marvel Rivals.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 16

Weekly Recap: highlights from their Rivals grind and what’s coming up next week

News Roundup: new Moon Knight and Iron Fist skins, balance changes for Thor, Moon Knight, Storm, and Star-Lord (with fresh team-up changes), the Venom Bubble Pop skin event, and leaks on the unused endorsement “Credit” system and anti-heal voice lines

Main Topic: what are the keys to keeping Marvel Rivals alive? Seth and Luke discuss community engagement, meta health, and potential improvements to ensure the game thrives.

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In Episode 16 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke kick off by responding to your comments and sharing their week in Marvel Rivals, including a hands-on review of the new Ultron Battle Matrix Protocol mode. Then they cover all the latest updates—from Sue Storm and Thing Future Foundation skins to June 12th patch notes, the return of the 616 vault bundles, and leaked custom lobby backgrounds.

Next, they tackle the big question: is Marvel Rivals too toxic? They break down Ninja’s announcement that he’s quitting over harassment and TimTheTatMan’s response about having to ban hundreds of players every stream. Finally, they brainstorm what NetEase could do to curb toxicity and make the game friendlier for everyone.

Community Comments: responding to feedback from Episode 15

Weekly Recap: highlights and Ultron Battle Matrix Protocol review

News Roundup:

• Sue Storm & Thing Future Foundation skins

• June 12th patch notes

• Return of the 616 vault bundles

• Leaked custom lobby background feature

Main Topic: is Marvel Rivals too toxic? Discussing high-profile quits, mass bans, and anti-toxin solutions from NetEase

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In Episode 15, Seth and Luke start by responding to your comments from the last show and sharing their week’s highlights in Marvel Rivals. They then reveal which Lord portraits they trust the most.

Next, they cover all the latest news: the new Wolverine “Weapon X” and Jeff “Sunshine Landshark” skins arriving this week; the June 3 patch notes; and details on Ultron’s Battle Matrix Protocol mode and its rewards track.

Finally, they give their early thoughts on Season 2.5—what changes they’re excited about and which heroes might shake up the meta.

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In Episode 14, Seth and Luke kick off by responding to your comments from Episode 13 and sharing highlights from their latest Marvel Rivals sessions. They then unveil their picks for the “Lord portraits we trust the least” before diving into all the week’s news—including NetEase’s Thor and Jeff rework update, the May 30 patch notes, and fresh Groot, Ultron, and Future Foundation skins. For the main event, they break down Season 2.5 with an Ultron guide and a rundown of the balance changes you need to know.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 13

Weekly Recap: wins, losses, and clutch moments from their Rivals grind

Draft Topic: the Lord portraits we trust the least

News Roundup: NetEase Thor & Jeff rework update, May 30 patch notes, new Groot and Ultron skins, Future Foundation Fantastic Four skins

Main Feature: Season 2.5 breakdown with an in-depth Ultron guide and detailed balance changes

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In Episode 13 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke start by responding to your comments from the last show and recap their week in Marvel Rivals. Then they reveal their secret recipe for the most obnoxious team comp—two Vanguards, two Supports, and two Duelists—that no one wants to face.

Community Mail: responding to feedback from Episode 12

Weekly Recap: wins, fails, and clutch moments from their grind

Draft Strategy: assembling the ultimate annoying six-man lineup

News Roundup: patch notes for May 20th, new Adam Warlock and Scarlet Witch skins, and NetEase’s clarification on Chrono Shield Cards

Main Feature: bold predictions for Season 2.5—what’s changing in the meta, which heroes will rise, and who might fall

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