The next seasonal update for Marvel Rivals introduces a new character alongside Gambit, adding a new hero for players to try. Rogue is being introduced in Season 5.5, but this character has a surprising role in teams that some may not have expected. With Gambit's inclusion as a Strategist at the start of the Season, Rogue's assumed status has shifted into something far more interesting.
Many players wondered if Rogue would be a Duelist or Strategist character in Season 5 before Gambit's surprise title as a Strategist was revealed. With Season 5.5's details shown off, Rogue was reported to be a Vanguard, according to a Dev Talk shown by the game's developers. This greatly deviates from what player conversations thought about Rogue, creating a far more unique hero for everyone to enjoy.
On December 12, 2025, Rogue will release as a Vanguard in Marvel Rivals, being the 12th character in that role. The last Vanguard put into the game was Angela, the flying Asgardian whose extra mobility was a big departure from the stalwart heroes that usually occupy that role. Rogue seems to be another unorthodox Vanguard, using melee attack combos and power-draining abilities to help out her team....
