Summer’s heating up and fireworks are popping off in Marvel Rivals—and we have a particular mutant to thank for that. Fan-favorite X-Men member Jubilee is the latest hero to join the game’s growing roster. The Strategist will be the first of two new characters added to the game this summer, with The Hood joining in August at mid-season. Here are all the details on Marvel Rivals’ big summer season kicking off on July 10. Table of contentsMarvel Rivals season 9 early patch notesNew hero: JubileeNew hero: The HoodBlack Widow re-workTeam-Up Abilities overhaulHero nerfs and buffsNew map: ThebesNew mechanic: Regenerative ShieldsNew Battle Pass Marvel Rivals season 9 early patch notes New hero: Jubilee Screenshot by Destructoid The spunky X-Men member is a Strategist, and in her Marvel Rivals’ iteration, it’s the version of the hero who’s also a vampire (she has a life-steal attack) and a Horseman of Apocalypse. Jubilee uses her fireworks-like abilities to both heal allies and deal damage to enemies, and a movement ability where she can dash. New hero: The Hood Screenshot by Destructoid Parker Robbins AKA The Hood will join season nine in its midseason update. It’s been rumored for some time that the hero is a Vanguard. Black Widow re-work Image by Destructoid One of the game’s weakest and worst-performing heroes has had her kit changed up quite a bit. Her hipfire is now a full-auto attack, her ultimate ability contains six powerful sniper shots that can pierce enemies, and she has a new, airborne dive attack. Team-Up Abilities overhaul Image via NetEase Games Team-Up Abilities have been changed in a big way, in what NetEase is calling an “epic evolution” of the mechanic. The re-work of Team-Ups is substantial, granting all heroes a “more engaging combat experience.” This includes selectable Team-Up Loadouts with base effects (always equipped) and enhanced effects (depending on if a team-up hero is also on the team). For example, Hulk has two base loadouts: one inspired by Captain America where he can slam the ground, and one inspired by Wolverine that buffs his movement speed and attack speed. Having those heroes on the team buffs the abilities further. New Team-Ups Gamma Blade (Magneto/Hulk) Joyful Splash (Hulk/Jeff the Land Shark) Returning Team-Ups Metallic Chaos (Magneto/Scarlet Witch) Ammo Overload (Punisher/Rocket Raccoon) Hero nerfs and buffs Screenshot by Destructoid NetEase explained that this is the largest balancing update yet, allowing for more flexibility…like DPS heroes being able to deal burst healing. More detailed info is coming soon, but here’s a bit of what to expect. Buffs Vanguard Thor The Thing Duelist Black Cat Storm Nerfs Duelist Cyclops Strategist Rocket Raccoon New map: Thebes A new Convoy map is going live on July 23, set in Apocalypse’s Egypt, New mechanic: Regenerative Shields Taking another cue from Overwatch, Regenerative Shields are coming to a number of flanking heroes. If they take damage, a percentage of their HP pool can regenerate without being healed, alleviating pressure from healers on their team, and making life hell for healers on the other team. New Battle Pass Screenshot by Destructoid This season’s battle pass is decidedly Egyptian-themed, fitting Apocalypse’s appearance. Skins for new heroes include Moon Knight, Elsa Bloodstone, Rocket Raccoon, and more. This article is being written and updated in real time as information is revealed.0The post X-Men fan-favorite Jubilee joins Marvel Rivals in transformative season 9 appeared first on Destructoid.