Bruce x Emma is the Weirdest Ship to Come Out of Marvel Rivals

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It’s no surprise that the Marvel Rivals game features characters who are traditionally attractive, leading many players to create fan art depicting romantic pairings online. While there are established couples like Sue Storm and Reed Richards in the Marvel Universe, a less conventional ship gaining popularity is the one pairing Bruce Banner/Hulk with Emma Frost.

Under the moniker #EmmaBruce, various fan-created artwork depicting an unusual pair from Marvel Rivals has surfaced online. These creative pieces have garnered countless likes and retweets.

#EmmaBruce

It’s unclear who initially launched this project, but there appears to be widespread appreciation for the intriguing dynamic between a dominatrix femme fatale and her nerdy, shorter partner. Fans have even created a storyline where Bruce introduces Emma to Dungeons & Dragons, leading her to create a character that mirrors her personality.

In addition to their conflicting characters, it appears that spectators are drawn to the fact that their powers complement each other nicely. For instance, Emma’s telepathic skills can help keep Bruce composed, and Bruce need not worry about injuring Emma due to her being as strong as a diamond.

Dating History

From a fan’s perspective, it’s fascinating to delve into the romantic histories of characters like Emma Frost and Bruce Banner in the comic books. However, unlike popular speculation, they haven’t shared a romantic past. Bruce, renowned for his relationship with Betty Ross, has been linked to Black Widow on-screen, and the series “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” hinted at him having a son, though the identity of the mother remains undisclosed.

In comic book stories, Emma Frost was romantically involved with both Cyclops from the X-Men and Iron Man (Tony Stark), and their relationships were often seen as fitting due to their shared personalities. However, these unions didn’t last long in the narratives.

Could it Happen?

At present, the #EmmaBruce topic appears to be mainly popular among fans, but with enough excitement, Marvel Rivals might turn it into something bigger. Given that this narrative takes place in a multiverse, there’s little reason to strictly adhere to a single established storyline.

I’m wondering what will transpire when Cyclops and Jean Grey enter the game, as fans anticipate some dramatic exchanges between them. In fact, NetEase has already hinted at this with the way Namor interacts with Sue and Reed.

Marvel Rivals is now playable for Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC.

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2025-04-23 22:42