Best characters to pair with Human Torch in Marvel Rivals

The Human Torch is finally out in Marvel Rivals ^[1] and he’s already making storms. No pun intended. Johnny’s extreme fire abilities let players decimate enemies, whether up close or from a range. Of course, since Marvel Rivals is a team-based game, it would make sense that pairing him with the right characters will let players bring the most out of the Fantastic Four member.

Today, we’re here with the top 6 characters to pair with Human Torch in Marvel Rivals. This includes obvious ones like The Thing, Invisible Woman, and Storm, as well as some unexpected ones like Doctor Strange and Groot. We’ll explain why every character goes so well with Johnny and the best way to play together.

So, without any further delays, here are the top 6 characters to pair with Human Torch in Marvel Rivals. Of course, if you don’t have many good players you can play with, then Eloking is here to save the day. Just hire a professional booster from Eloking and experience how it feels to play alongside a pro.

The Thing

As a Vanguard, The Thing can absorb damage and control areas, creating openings for Human Torch to deal fire damage. His Embattled Leap helps Johnny stay alive during aggressive plays through damage reduction. On the other hand, Human Torch’s Pyro-Prison and Blazing Blast create area denial, giving The Thing a clear path to engage without distractions.

The Thing locks enemies down with Yancy Street Charge, while Human Torch follows up with Supernova for massive damage. His Stone Haymaker knocks enemies into Johnny’s flame fields, keeping them burning longer. Their Cooperative Comrades team-up move adds bonus health and damage resistance. Together, they are a tanky and high-damage duo. 

Wolverine

Wolverine provides durability, close-range pressure, and a disruptive presence that lets Human Torch maximize his damage potential. Johnny thrives on distance and dealing AoE damage, but his lower health can leave him vulnerable. Wolverine fixes this with his ability to dive in with Feral Leap and draw fire towards himself. His Berserker Rage helps him in extended fights, letting Johnny deal damage from range.

Wolverine can peel enemies off Human Torch, creating space for repositioning. Their synergy opens up tactical plays, with Wolverine engaging first, forcing enemies to react while Human Torch capitalizes on his high burst potential. Their combo excels in offense and survivability, making them strong and adaptable. Just hope the team doesn't ban Logan.

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Groot

Groot and Human Torch combine area control with steady pressure. Groot’s Thornslash Wall and Ironwood Wall block enemy movement, while Human Torch can ignite these walls and stack burn and vine damage. Johnny can fly and target enemies stuck behind Groot’s walls, making it harder for them to reposition or push.

Beyond basic synergy, their Ultimates take things even further. Groot’s Strangling Prison locks enemies in place, letting Human Torch unleash his tornadoes and abilities for maximum damage. Groot can block escape routes with Thornslash Walls and protect teammates, allowing Johnny to deal damage more safely. Both create a tough frontline with strong area control, whether on offense or defense.

Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange pairs well with Human Torch as he can lock enemies down, giving him the perfect setup for big AoE damage. Strange’s Eye of Agamotto stuns enemies for three seconds, making them easy targets for his Supernova Ultimate. Moreover, his Shield of the Seraphim keeps Johnny safe while he prepares to attack.

The key to their synergy is timing Strange’s Eye of Agamotto with Johnny’s Inferno abilities for maximum damage. His Pentagram of Farallah portals lets Johnny quickly escape or dive into a fight, adding further mobility. Together, they are amazing in both team fights and objective control.

Invisible Woman

Sue and Johnny being siblings takes the synergy of their kits off the charts. Sue’s Psionic Vortex and Force Physics can pull or push enemies right into Johnny’s Flame Wall or Flaming Meteor for devastating attacks. She also keeps Johnny alive when enemies try to focus him down. Her Guardian Shield gives him extra cover while making plays, and if things get too hot, Invisible Boundary hides him completely.

Their coordination shines when Sue disrupts enemy positioning, setting Johnny up to trap them in his flames. When he dives in, she can keep refreshing her shield to reduce damage and provide healing. If he gets too low, he can retreat into her Invisible Boundary, making him hard to track as he recovers.

Storm

While Invisible Woman provides strong utility, Storm takes synergy to the next level by enhancing mobility and damage. Her Weather Control gives movement and damage buffs, helping reposition easily and deal additional fire damage. When she uses Omega Hurricane, it is a perfect setup for Human Torch’s Supernova, melting through enemies with massive area damage. Plus, both can stay airborne, letting them attack from different angles.

In terms of strategy, they can control fights by putting pressure from above. Johnny’s Flame Fields boost Storm's AoE abilities, while her Tornado stance helps dodge incoming attacks. Their team-up Ultimate shuts down grouped enemies and forces enemy supports to burn their Ultimates.

FAQs

What role is Human Torch in Marvel Rivals?

Human Torch in Marvel Rivals is a duelist because he specializes in dealing high damage to enemies to take them down. He’s the second duelist to come out of the Fantastic Four. Mister Fantastic is also a duelist, while Invisible Woman and The Thing are strategists and vanguards respectively.

References

1. [1] "Official Marvel Rivals website". www.marvelrivals.com. Retrieved February 23, 2025