In Marvel Rivals, getting flanked can turn a promising push into a disastrous wipe. Whether you're holding a choke or contesting an objective, awareness and positioning matter — but so does the right loadout. Knowing how to set up to intercept flankers can make you the unsung hero of your team. Here are 11 loadouts that are perfect for stopping those sneaky surprise attacks before they begin.

1. Iron Man – Recon Sensor + Overcharge Reactor

Iron Man’s aerial mobility is great for map coverage, but his Recon Sensor ability turns him into a surveillance unit. Combined with the Overcharge Reactor, this loadout allows you to hover longer and scan more often, catching flankers before they can get behind your team.

2. Storm – Static Trap + Wind Glide

Storm’s Static Trap is severely underrated. Place it at common flank paths — doorways, side alleys, low ground transitions — and anyone trying to sneak through will light up like a Christmas tree. The Wind Glide gives her vertical mobility to quickly reposition if needed.

3. Loki – Illusion Decoy + Trickster Step

Loki’s decoys can bait flankers into revealing themselves. Place one in a backline corner where an enemy might peek. If they go for it, Trickster Step lets you reposition instantly and punish them. This setup makes Loki a clever anti-flanker rather than just an ambusher.

4. Black Panther – Vibranium Pulse + Pounce Enhancement

Black Panther is naturally good at shutting down enemies who come in from the sides. Vibranium Pulse acts as a deterrent or follow-up tool, and the Pounce Enhancement loadout gives him a quick way to close the gap and challenge fast-moving threats.

5. Doctor Strange – Astral Projection + Shield Wards

Doctor Strange isn't just support — with Astral Projection, he can scout flank routes without putting himself at risk. Shield Wards gives some staying power if you have to hold a corridor solo. This loadout turns him into a mobile warding unit.

6. Rocket Raccoon – Proximity Mine + Ammo Belt

Rocket’s Proximity Mine is a classic trap-and-punish tool. Pair it with Ammo Belt so you don’t run dry when chasing off multiple intruders. This combo is especially effective on tight maps or objectives with multiple entry points.

7. Spider-Man – Spider Sense + Web Snare

Spider Sense gives you advanced warning of nearby threats, and when paired with Web Snare, Spider-Man can catch flankers off guard. While he's often used aggressively, this loadout gives him real defensive value — perfect for hybrid roles.

8. Magneto – Magnetic Barrier + Field Amplifier

Magneto's Magnetic Barrier can block off side routes and even reflect projectiles. Add the Field Amplifier to widen his control area, and you've got a zone that punishes enemies trying to go around your team. Ideal for holding corners and transitions.

9. Scarlet Witch – Chaos Sigil + Predictive Surge

Scarlet Witch can lock down entire routes with Chaos Sigil. Equip Predictive Surge to increase her ultimate charge rate — a well-timed Chaos Storm is the ultimate flanker deterrent. This loadout rewards foresight and positioning.

10. Star-Lord – Motion Sensor Dart + Sound Trap

Star-Lord can act as a literal alarm system. Motion Sensor Dart gives your team visibility, and Sound Trap disorients enemies as they attempt to sneak past. Used together, this combo creates information and disruption, essential for any coordinated defense.

11. Namor – Echo Pulse + Hydro Wall

Namor’s Echo Pulse marks enemies through walls — great for checking those suspiciously quiet hallways. Hydro Wall can block sightlines or create temporary barriers. This loadout lets Namor stall or trap flankers long enough for reinforcements.

These loadouts aren’t just theoretical — they’ve saved countless fights for players who value map control and awareness over flashiness. If you’re building your ideal roster, it's worth experimenting with these combinations.

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