Marvel Rivals Hero

Emma Frost

Vanguard

High Priority Pick

High Confidence

▲▲ Strongly ImprovingB TierHigh Coverage

25 patches tracked · 14 buffs, 7 nerfs lifetime

Hero Intelligence

A· RecommendedHigh Priority PickPatch: Major Winner+12.03B / 0N

Main Reason

shield increase improved survivability.

B TierEstimated1 Jun 2026·▲ Strongly Improving·Medium Confidence

Coverage: High8 patches trackedMeta estimated

Patch Score measures change from the latest balance update, not overall hero strength. Meta Tier reflects current competitive standing from estimated external data.

Why this score?

▲3 buffs: improved, ultimate hits harder and abilities more often.
•B Tier in current meta: viable — works in the right comp.
▲Strongly Improving across 8 patches (14B / 7N across all patches).

Strong signal — consistent trend with solid meta data.

Prediction & Evidence

PredictionRecommended

Positive Signals

▲Shield increased
▲Ultimate strengthened
▲Cooldowns improved

Negative Signals

None detected

Neutral Signals

None detected

UncertaintyLOW

All 3 changes improve the hero — no offsetting nerfs.

Evidence is derived from patch change classifications. No AI — deterministic analysis only.

Current Patch Verdict

How Did Emma Frost Do in the Latest Patch?

Major Winner

Version 20260515 Balance12 May 2026

+12.0

3B / 0N · +11.0 / 0.0

Changes in This Patch

+
Increase Iced Out Diamond Spell Field from 9m to 12m; Increase barrier placement distance to match the 12m radius.
SHIELD · Impact: +3
+
Increase Damage Reduction gained during Diamond Form and Psionic Seduction (Ultimate Ability) from 20% to 25%.
ULTIMATE · Impact: +5
+
Reduce Mind's Aegis reposition cooldown from 3s to 1s.
COOLDOWN · Impact: +3