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The Russian mutant with a dark side is here to get the job done. Magik is a superpowered Duelist inMarvel Rivalsthat specializes in close-combat. Her giant sword and portals make her a unique and bold character on the battlefield. Want to master Magik? Here’s how to do it.
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The nature of the game is fast paced, with a lot of different abilities to master. It can seem overwhelming to new players.
Magik’s Stats
Magik, also known as Illyana Rasputin, is actually the sister of the steel warrior Colossus, one of the first new additions to the X-Men.
Magik’s Abilities
Magik’s standard attack and weapon. A powerful sword with a three-hit combo.
Umbral Incursion
A dash move that launches enemies into the air and damages them via the Soulsword.
Magik’s Slash
A charged projectile attack that shoots out a slash from the Soulsword that can hit faraway foes.
Stepping Discs
Summons a portal that you can teleport through in front of you. Gives you a small window of invincibility. It also grants you access to two different abilities: Eldritch Whirl and Demon’s Rage.
Eldritch Whirl
Done if you use a standard Soulsword attack after Stepping Discs. Will make Magic do a spin attack that damages and launches opponents away.
Demon’s Rage
Done if you use the Magik’s Slash ability after Stepping Discs. Will summon a demon that will attack any nearby target and any one you damage while active.
Magik’s Ultimate ability. Changes Magik to her beastly form, Darkchilde, for a while. Not only does it alter her appearance, but it makes her attacks more powerful.
Limbo’s Might
One of Magik’s passive abilities. Let’s you convert some damage done to enemies to extra health for you.
Disc Master
A Team-Up move withPsylockeandBlack Panther. Provides all of them a 15% damage boost and grants Black Panther and Psylocke with the ability to use Limbo portals to rewind time and gain lost health.
As you can see, Magik is no pushover in a fight. She does feel a lot more like a Vanguard than a Duelist, much likeHela. Yet, her emphasis on damage and power does line up more clearly with her class.
Best Strategies for Magik
Magik’s Stepping Stones Ability is Extremely Powerful
When it comes to playing Magik, approach them like a Vanguard. The aforementionedSoulswordis a slow yet effective weapon that, if used right, can deal massive damage, so make sure to use it whenever you can. This includes making use ofMagik’s Slash, given you have enough charged up to make it count. If you are in proximity to a bunch of foes,Umbral Incursiondoes seem to be a safe bet to spread them out and damage them, giving you a leg up and some much-needed distance if you need to heal. This goes double ifDarkchildis done, as these attacks will be even more powerful and net you some kills.
However, your best friend should also beStepping Discsboth in and out of combat. Not only is it an effective way to travel (especially ifDisc Masteris in use), but it opens up a bevy of strategies to take down opponents. Just like Umbral Incursion,Eldritch Whirlcan easily be used to knock enemies away and maybe even off the map, if positioned correctly. Even more so,Demon’s Ragecould take out some troublesome foes in the area as you take out the opposing team. Overall, Magik is a perfect cross for those who want a bit of Tank with their Duelist without the slowness.
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