For those diving into the world of Marvel Rivals, there’s an exciting new reward up for grabs. By completing the Midnight Features 2 quests, players can now unlock the Carved Traveler skin for Groot. This fresh content arrives along with a major mid-season update from NetEase Games, which also introduces Human Torch and The Thing to the character lineup. And don’t miss the chance to explore the new Central Park map, now overrun by Dracula and his sinister army.
Groot stands out as a Vanguard character, thanks to his unique ability to construct walls during battles. His Thornlash Wall doesn’t just block but actively strikes out at nearby adversaries with vine eruptions. Meanwhile, the Ironwood Wall is a formidable defensive option that grants Groot bonus health while it’s up. These abilities allow Groot to strategically alter the battlefield, providing a tactical edge to his allies and disrupting enemy movements.
Marvel Rivals enthusiasts should log into the game by March 21 to complete the Midnight Features 2 quests. Doing so will allow them to claim Groot’s new outfit for free. The Carved Traveler skin gives Groot a moody makeover with a deep brown tone and a rugged gray scarf — plus, it adds some intricacies with carved symbols and barbed wire accented around his limbs. It’s a clever thematic addition, similar to the skin offered for Thor in the previous Midnight Features quests.
Players are quite taken with the Midnight Features quests, which are cleverly presented as newspaper stories, adding a narrative depth to the game. Alongside the scenic storytelling, completing these challenges nets players rewards like sprays, Chrono Tokens, and Units. The digital newspaper even gives players a sneak peek at Blade, who is rumored to be joining the roster in Season 2.
If free cosmetics catch your fancy, it’s also worth checking out the Competitive mode. Achieving the Gold rank by the end of Season 1: Eternal Night Falls not only ensures you secure the Blood Shield skin for Invisible Woman, but also the Blood Blaze skin for the newly unveiled Human Torch. Though originally for those hitting Gold or higher in the first season half, NetEase has extended the eligibility due to the fan excitement. With so much content available and more on the horizon, the buzz around Marvel Rivals shows little sign of slowing down.
