In the Marvel Universe, The Punisher stands out as one of the most formidable characters without supernatural abilities. Instead, he leverages an arsenal of weapons to inflict substantial harm upon his adversaries. His unique skillset not only allows for powerful offensive moves but also provides supportive fire, making him a versatile and efficient combatant who can easily reposition himself on the battlefield.
He swiftly transforms into a threat for his adversaries once handled skillfully. However, there are specific characters who can neutralize him. Continue reading below for insights about these individuals.
Understanding the Punisher
Because Punisher is a Duelist, he’s known for dishing out significant damage. However, it’s important to note that his health reserves aren’t the strongest. Additionally, he performs exceptionally well in mid-range fights, consistently dealing damage to opponents using his Assault Rifle Adjudication.
In contrast to other characters with long-ranged abilities, the Punisher is not easily disarmed during close-quarter battles because of his powerful shotgun, Deliverance, which enables him to inflict substantial harm at relatively short distances.
Although he might not be as swift as other Duelists in terms of speed, he possesses Vantage Connection – a grappling hook that enables the Punisher to traverse different parts of the map quite rapidly. This, along with his long-range abilities, often finds the Punisher perched on high ground and securing strategic positions.
Buffy’s unique talent includes setting up a Sentinel Turret at designated spots, unleashing repeated bursts of armor-piercing ammunition against her adversaries. Moreover, Punisher possesses an extraordinary Ultimate called Final Verdict. This powerful ability is renowned for its immense damage potential against nearby enemy characters in the game.
Another special power Buffy (or Punisher) has is a Trap that shoots armor-piercing bullets at enemies placed where marked. His most powerful move, Final Verdict, deals massive damage to surrounding enemies in the game.
How to Counter Punisher
Below, we’ll look at a few characters who can counter the Punisher in Marvel Rivals.
1. Spider-Man (Duelist)

Among many characters, Spider-Man stands out as an effective adversary for the Punisher. As a skilled Duelist, he shares roughly the same health level with the Punisher, yet manages to compensate by utilizing his exceptional agility and web-based movement skills.
Through skillful navigation across the battlefield, Spider-Man effectively avoids being targeted by the Punisher. Moreover, he takes advantage of his agility to bridge distances swiftly, landing blows that are both powerful and persistent on both characters.
Via moves such as “Come Here!”, Spiderman can swing himself towards an adversary. This maneuver can even momentarily disorient the foe, creating an opportunity for him to execute subsequent combos.
2. Doctor Strange (Vanguard)

As a Vanguard, Stephen boasts a more substantial health reserve compared to the Punisher, giving him an initial edge. However, it’s not this extra health that makes him an effective antagonist for the character; rather, it’s his overall effectiveness in countering them.
If you’re familiar with Marvel’s stories, you’d recognize that Doctor Strange possesses the ability to manipulate space and time at his discretion. In the game, this trait makes him an ideal match for facing off against The Punisher.
To defend against his array of weapons, Strange may employ his Shield of Seraphim for a defensive barrier against incoming assaults. Additionally, he can make use of the Eye of Agamotto to limit the Punisher’s mobility, preventing him from leveraging his repositioning skills and creating enough openings to inflict damage on him.
3. Luna Snow (Strategist)

Although primarily a healer, Luna functions exceptionally well as a counter for the Punisher, mainly due to her crowd-control skills. With her Smooth Skating skill allowing her to move effortlessly across the map, Luna keeps the Punisher constantly on the move when they face off.
Through her ability to render opponents immobile, Luna temporarily halts Punisher’s movements, preventing him from adjusting his position or making an escape. This creates an opportunity for her and her teammates to launch subsequent attacks.
On the supportive front, she has the power to boost the health of her team members, thus shielding them from the devastating impact of the Punisher’s retribution.
4. Hawkeye (Duelist)

In a mid-range setting, the duelist’s precise arrows make him a formidable opponent. He can inflict substantial damage from a safe distance due to his skill with accuracy. Furthermore, abilities like Piercing Arrow allow his shots to pierce through cover, enabling him to deal damage to the Punisher even when he is hiding behind cover.
One key characteristic that positions Hawkeye effectively against The Punisher is his Skyward Jump skill, similar to The Punisher’s height-reaching ability. This enables him to attack foes from unanticipated heights and provides a means of escape in certain situations.
5. Peni Parker (Vanguard)

Similar to Doctor Strange, Peni Parker possesses an edge in health compared to the Punisher, thereby immediately establishing a challenging situation for him. However, it’s important to note that her arsenal is significantly more potent than her health in battle scenarios.
With strategic use of specific devices, Peni can thwart the Punisher’s arrangement. By activating her Spider-Sweeper ability, she can propel the Punisher skyward, thereby disorganizing his positioning and offensive tactics, thus creating an opportunity for her and her teammates to formulate a counterattack strategy.
As a gamer, I can tell you that when I’m playing as Spider-Man, I’ve got some tricks up my web-slingers. I can scale walls and reach high ground, catching the Punisher off guard from angles he doesn’t expect. This makes it tough for him to keep his cool. Moreover, I’ve got a few gadgets in my arsenal that really get under the Punisher’s skin – Arachno-Mines and Spider Drones. These little guys tend to distract him from his main targets, adding an extra layer of challenge to our battles.
If The Punisher begins to take control offensively, then Peni could activate her Cyber-Web skill to restore her health. This ability grants her 20 HP each second, and any excess health is converted into additional health points.
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