Knowledge of the different Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins is important for those wishing to customize the Wakandan character in the hero shooter title. Character skins are great cosmetics that can help provide a unique touch to the visuals of a hero that you see on screen every time you enter a match. As of December 15, 2024, there are three skins available for Black Panther in Marvel Rivals. However, the developers will add more skins with each season or event.
This article ranks all the available Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins with respect to their appearances and costs.
Note: This ranking is subjective and reflects the writer's opinion.
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Ranking all the Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins from good to great
4) Orisha Blood (B-tier)
The Orisha Blood Black Panther skin is inspired by the costume's first appearance in the 53rd issue of the Avengers comic book. During the issue, T'Challa is forced to defend the Avengers mountain from Doctor Doom. To ensure that the landmark doesn't suffer its destruction by the Latvian Doctor, he dons a special blood-red suit with mystical properties to enhance his powers.
The suit is made from special materials sourced from Wakanda, as mentioned in the quote:
"Thrice blessed Vibranium dambe boxing cords. Stones from Wakanda Necropolis. Armor of metallicized Orisha Blood. Antimagic Defense Protocols complete. The Red Panther is now activated."
You can buy the Orisha Blood costume for 600 Units. It is a great choice for players interested in Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins that offer a unique spin on T'Challa's signature colors.
3) Black Panther (A-Tier)
Black Panther is the default skin of the character in the game. This means you'll get it for free when you start the game. It depicts T'Challa in a pure black Vibranium suit, complete with golden highlights
It is one of the best Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins that brings the original theme of the superhero to life.
2) Bast's Chosen (A-tier)
Bast's Chosen is inspired by Mosi's appearance in the Marvel Legacy Vol.1 #1. It shows the playable character in tribal attire complete with a panther's skin on his back, similar to what was seen in the attire of the Black Panther's origin.
During the issue, we get to see Mosi, the first-ever Black Panther and the first to be favored by the Panther spirit Bast. The costume quote talks about the origins of Wakanda as a country:
"Because his actions saved them, our forebears united around Bashenga. This was the moment that Wakanda was born as a country."
You can buy the Bast's Chosen skin separately for 1,400 units. Or you can buy the Black Panther - Bast's Chosen bundle, which includes the skin, Mosi's Lineage MVP animation, Natural Impulse emote, and a Bast's Chosen nameplate and spray. The bundle will be available for a discounted 1,600 credits for a limited period before it reverts to 2,200. It is one of the best Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins for players who want to play as one of T'Challa's ancestors.
1) Galactic Claw (S-tier)
Galactic Claw is an original skin that doesn't build on any comic references. It appears in the first season of the game, titled Season 0. The skin displays the Wakandan King in a blue-tinted suit with some gold highlights, and a lion-like fur mane around his neck.
The quote showcases Panther as a heroic leader who will do anything to ensure the safety of the world:
"My nation stands atop the vast cosmic sea and vows to safeguard its peace. Let adversaries lurk in any corner, the Imperial Agents of Wakanda will ensure there's no escape!."
You can acquire this skin through the Season 0 battle pass, which costs $5. It is one of the best Marvel Rivals Black Panther skins you can wear, considering you can get it for free.
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