Marvel Rivals: 5 best heroes to team-up with Iron Fist

Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals is one of the most popular Duelist picks in the melee category. This hero can dish out a large amount of damage with his punches and kicks, and also sustain comparatively longer due to his regeneration abilities. Iron Fist has an explosive ultimate that enhances his attacks, boosts speed, and increases attack range as well. This ability can even take down aerial heroes like Iron Man if used correctly.

Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals is one of the few all-rounders when it comes to abilities. However, the developers have provided him with a small health pool which makes it difficult to escape from traps or being targeted by the entire enemy team. Strategists who can heal from a distance and Vanguards who can follow Iron Fist's movement around the map can be of great help when playing in online lobbies.

Editor's Note: This article is subjective and reflects the author’s opinion. Furthermore, the contents of this guide have been updated to the latest patch deployed on March 13, 2025. This article will be further updated as a new balance update goes live for Marvel Rivals in the near future.

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Who are the best heroes to duo with Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals?

Here is a list of the heroes you can pick to pair up with Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals:

1) Jeff the Land Shark

Jeff the Land Shark is a unique healer who can constantly heal Iron Fist as he engages in skirmishes. Iron Fist's melee attacks require him to close the distance between himself and his opponents. Moreover, he has 250 HP. These factors make constant healing a major requirement for Iron Fist during fights.

Jeff the Land Shark's Joyful Splash and Healing Bubble abilities can easily boost Iron Fist's health and keep him in the battle for longer. This makes him a very good choice to duo with the hero.

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2) Iron Man

Iron Man is a good duo for Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals (Image via NetEase Games)

Iron Man stays afloat in the sky and deals damage from afar while Iron Fist breaks through enemy lines up close and personal. The two can complement each other incredibly well. Iron Fist can deal heavy damage to opponents while Iron Man can finish enemies off with his Micro-Missile Barrage.

In simple terms, Iron Man can make up for the range disadvantage that holds back Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals. This is why the two Duelists are a great combination.

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3) Dr. Strange

Dr. Strange is a powerful Vanguard in Marvel Rivals (Image via NetEase Games)

Dr. Strange can help Iron Fist teleport in and out of battle with his Pentagram of Farallah ability. Whenever the Duelist takes too much damage, he can separate himself from the battle as necessary. Furthermore, the Sorcerer Supreme's Shield of the Seraphim can also save Iron Fist from taking damage as he recovers from wounds endured during battle.

Dr. Strange can also help Iron Fist by destroying heavily damaged enemies so the two can work together offensively and defensively. Overall, they are a good duo for any team composition.

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4) Rocket Raccoon

Rocket Raccoon can uplift Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals by providing damage buffs through his C.Y.A ability. This can help the Duelist obliterate enemies in close and mid-ranges. Furthermore, Rocket can also heal allies with the Repair Mode ability.

The two make up for a good dive team composition especially because Rocket Raccoon can fly in and out of battle thanks to his Jetpack Dash. This means he can aid Iron Fist as and when needed.

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5) Luna Snow

Iron Fist and Luna Snow can come together to activate the Frozen Chi Team Up. Once activated, an icy ring infused with Chi power appears around Luna Snow. It can knock back and slow down enemies while simultaneously healing allies.

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The Team Up can make Iron Fist stronger, as he can engage in battle with enemies who are at a significant disadvantage. Furthermore, he can also restore his health while taking up fights. This makes Luna Snow a good duo for Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals.

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Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals has no other option than to pick between being a frontline fighter or flanking the enemy team for kills. While the flank option might seem to be the obvious option, Iron Fist can be effective in fighting off enemy Vanguards on the frontlines. However, this is only possible if you have a sharpshooter on the team who can eliminate the Strategists present on the opponent squad. This would cut off support and allow your team to take control of the match objective.

Iron Fist in Marvel Rivals is deadly in isolated fights. This means that you can periodically seek out weakened heroes on the map and score some extra kills. You can communicate with your team to take advantage of this moment and initiate team fights to secure an even bigger advantage.

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