Groot 
I am Groot!
Groot is a vanguard in Marvel Rivals, excelling at controlling the battlefield, protecting teammates, and disrupting enemy plans. His primary role is to create space for his team by placing Thornlash Walls and Ironwood Walls, which block enemy attacks, line of sight, and movement while providing utility for allies. Groot’s walls are central to his playstyle, as they can be "Awakened" with his passive ability, Flora Colossus, to either attack nearby enemies or grant bonus health to Groot and his team when they deal damage near the walls.
Groot’s ultimate ability, Strangling Prison, is a powerful crowd-control tool that pulls enemies into a central location and traps them, making them vulnerable to follow-up attacks from allies. While Groot doesn’t deal high single-target damage, his utility and durability make him an essential part of many team compositions. He pairs well with strategists like Rocket Raccoon or Cloak & Dagger, who can heal him and benefit from the space he creates. Groot is particularly strong against melee-heavy teams but struggles against flying heroes like Storm or Iron Man, who can bypass his walls entirely.
How to play Groot in Marvel Rivals
Focus on positioning and using your walls strategically to control the flow of battle. Start fights by placing Thornlash Walls or Ironwood Walls in choke points or around objectives to block enemy advances or protect your teammates. Use Thornlash Walls offensively to trap enemies in tight spaces while dealing damage through their "Awakened" attacks. Alternatively, place Ironwood Walls defensively near your team to provide bonus health during engagements.
Groot’s basic attack, Vine Strike, is a ranged projectile that works well for poking enemies from a distance. Pair it with Spore Bomb, a throwable cluster bomb that deals area-of-effect damage when enemies are grouped together. This combo is particularly effective after using Strangling Prison, as it locks enemies in place for easy follow-up attacks.
Timing your ultimate ability, Strangling Prison, is critical in team fights. Use it when enemies are grouped together or when your team is ready to unleash their strongest abilities. This can turn the tide of battle by locking down key targets and allowing your allies to secure kills.
Groot Counters and Synergies
Adam Warlock 
Black Panther 
Thor 
Iron Man 
Peni Parker 
Scarlet Witch 
Hawkeye 
Hela Groot Abilities
Strangling Prison
Fire a massive vine cluster that pulls nearby enemies to its center and immobilizes them, preventing them from moving for the duration.
Vine Strike
Launch vines to attack enemies.
Spore Bomb
Throw an explosive Spore Bomb that splits into six small explosive spores.
Thornlash Wall
Target a location and grow a Thornlash Wall. While Awakened, it strikes nearby enemies attacked by Groot and his allies.
Ironwood Wall
Target a location and grow an Ironwood Wall. While the wall is Awakened, damage dealt by Groot and nearby allies grants Groot bonus health.
Flora Colossus
Groot's walls will Awaken while Groot is nearby, activating their main effect.
Groot Team-Ups
Planet X Pals
Jeff the Land Shark and Rocket Raccoon can ride on Groot's shoulders, reducing the damage they receive by 35%.
Groot Costumes
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
1,600
Marvel Cinematic Universe
Holiday Happiness
1,400
Winter Holiday
Abies Algae
600
Duelist
Strategist
