How to Beat Zombie Namor & Queen of the Dead in Marvel Rivals (Boss Strategy Guide)

The undead have taken over Midtown Manhattan, and Marvel Rivals’ first-ever PvE event ends in two unforgettable boss encounters: Zombie Namor and Scarlet Witch: Queen of the Dead.

These bosses aren’t just cinematic finales — they’re skill walls that test your reflexes, coordination, and survival instincts. Mastering them is crucial to climbing higher difficulties, earning Moon Power, and unlocking those limited-time Halloween rewards before the event ends on November 14, 2025.

This guide breaks down every mechanic, phase, and counter-strategy, giving you the tools to slay both bosses and dominate the undead apocalypse.


🐋 Zombie Namor – How to Conquer the Undead King of the Seas

Abilities & Attack Patterns

Zombie Namor commands the ocean’s fury — and if your squad isn’t ready, he’ll drown you in seconds.

  • Monstro Spawns: Summons squid-like minions. Icy variants slow your heroes; standard ones shoot constant damage rays.

  • Triple Spears & Water Zones: Launches spears that create erupting water zones with knockback.

  • Water Prison: Traps players, dealing damage over time until escaped.

  • Shield Phase: Periodically activates an impenetrable yellow shield—can only be broken by killing Monstro spawns.

  • Giganto Summon (Phase Transition): Calls Giganto the whale, creating massive shockwaves and spawning Monstro eggs from the sky.

How to Beat Zombie Namor & Queen of the Dead in Marvel Rivals Guide
Phase-by-Phase Strategy

  1. Initial Phase: Focus all fire on Monstro spawns to make Namor vulnerable. Avoid water zones.

  2. Shield Management: When Namor’s shield activates, stop all DPS on him—eliminate Monstros first.

  3. Giganto Phase: Evacuate targeted zones immediately to avoid fatal impact damage.

  4. Final Stand: Deal with larger “Aura Monstros” while breaking shields. Use Blade’s Scarlet Shroud or Magik’s Darkchylde form to endure chaos.


🔮 Queen of the Dead – How to Survive Scarlet Witch’s Reality-Bending Assault

Mechanics & Deadly Abilities

Scarlet Witch’s undead form is pure chaos, wielding devastating AoE magic and reality-warping ultimates.

  • Reality Erasure Ultimate: Her signature wipe mechanic. Interrupt or evade immediately.

  • Chaos Control: Constant HP drain across your whole team—forces fast kills.

  • Crystal Summoning: Spawns red crystals that must be destroyed or she’ll trigger Reality Erasure.

Execution Strategy & Priorities

  • Crystal Management: Destroy red crystals the moment they appear—this prevents instant wipes.

  • Reality Erasure Response: Use invulnerability skills (like Blade’s Scarlet Shroud) or retreat fast.

  • Aggressive Positioning: Stay close to interrupt her crystal spawns.

  • Health Management: The constant drain means you must burst her down fast — sustained fights favor her.


🦸 Best Heroes & Team Synergies for Boss Fights

Optimal Hero Picks

  • The Punisher: Excellent ranged DPS; his turret adds consistent damage while he clears Monstros.

  • Jeff the Land Shark: Superb healer and mobile damage dealer. Handles Monstros easily and supports the team.

  • Blade: Top-tier sustain with lifesteal and AoE. Ideal for prolonged fights.

  • Magik: Strong crowd control and durability with indefinite Darkchylde uptime.

  • Thor: Good frontline tank with heavy crowd control for newer players.

Team Composition Examples

  • Balanced Team (Recommended):
    1–2 DPS (Blade/Punisher) + 1 Tank (Magik/Thor) + 1 Support (Jeff)

  • High-DPS Burst Team:
    Multiple Blades or Punishers with Jeff providing clutch healing.

  • Boss-Specific Counters:
    Punisher/Jeff excel vs. Namor; Blade dominates Scarlet Witch’s fight.


🧭 Positioning & Team Coordination Tips

Combat Positioning Fundamentals

  • Against Namor: Keep distance, dodge water zones, and always be on the move.

  • Against Scarlet Witch: Spread out to reduce AoE damage overlap but stay close enough for healing.

  • Golden Rule: Never stand still. Movement = survival.

Communication & Coordination

  • Assign a Crystal Breaker for Scarlet Witch.

  • Assign a Monstro Caller for Namor to direct focus.

  • Sync Khonshu’s Blessings to complement team builds.

  • Revive strategically—don’t risk team wipes for risky rescues.


🎁 Rewards for Boss Clears & Event Progression

Beating these bosses grants substantial rewards and long-term progression boosts:

  • Moon Power: Temporary in-run currency for Khonshu’s Blessings.

  • Permanent Traits: Persistent stat boosts for each hero.

  • First-Time Clear Bonuses: Cosmetic rewards and XP boosts.

  • Event Exclusives: Limited Halloween skins, sprays, and banners (ending Nov 14, 2025).


🧠 Quick Loadout Reference

  • Blade: Max sword damage + lifesteal traits. Blessings — On the Hunt, Swift Edge, Crimson Will, Moonlight Protection.

  • Punisher: Ranged DPS build with turret upgrades.

  • Jeff: Focus on healing + bubble shot damage.

  • Universal Tip: Avoid random Blessings that waste Moon Power or overlap buffs.


🏆 Conclusion: Master the Apocalypse

Zombie Namor and the Queen of the Dead stand as Marvel Rivals’ most challenging PvE bosses yet — but with this guide, your squad can beat both on any difficulty.

Remember:

  • Break Monstros → Shatter Namor’s shield.

  • Destroy crystals → Prevent Scarlet Witch’s wipe.

  • Keep moving → Stay alive.

  • Communicate → Conquer Nightmare IV.

The undead invasion ends soon — assemble your squad, optimize your builds, and prove you can survive the apocalypse.     


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