Marvel Rivals might be “dying”—or so the internet would have you believe. In Episode 11 of Rival Banter, Seth and Luke lean into the hype, debunk the panic, and deliver everything you need to know to stay ahead of the pack.

• Listener Mail: Responding to your comments on the last episode
• Weekly Recap: Wins, fails, and clutch moments from their Rivals grind
• News:
  • Squirrel Girl “Sunshine” skin dropping Friday
  • Rocket Raccoon “Sunshine” skin arriving alongside it
  • Player base dips to an all‑time low (drama guaranteed)
• Topic
  • Skill Breakdown: Ranking the top five in‑game skills every hero‑shooter player needs to master

This week on Rival Banter, Seth and Luke dive into the community’s latest flashpoint: the Support Strike. What started as a reaction to a streamer’s jab at Strategist mains has escalated into full-blown role refusal and debate over toxicity, balance, and the ranked system. We break down why we think this protest is a bit overblown, what the devs are doing in response, and how players can take more control over their experience. Plus: hands return to the Multiverse of Madness skin, Season 2 combat changes, and a fresh round of patch notes. -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie

Luke and Seth dive into their early impressions of Marvel Rivals Season 2 – what’s working, what’s not, and what has them hyped. They break down Emma Frost’s first week on the roster, give their take on the new Krakoa domination map, and react to the latest balance changes shaking up the meta. Plus, a look ahead at the upcoming Doctor Strange and Peni Parker skins dropping April 18th! -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/itishoagie