Everything You Need to Know About Hawkeye in Marvel Rivals

While Marvel Rivals brings together gods, mutants, and cosmic beings, one of its most reliable and relatable heroes stands tall with nothing but a bow and an endless supply of arrows. Hawkeye may not have superpowers, but with unmatched aim, tactical instinct, and a stubborn refusal to back down, he’s proven himself time and again as one of Earth’s mightiest heroes.

In Marvel Rivals, Hawkeye is a ranged precision Duelist, ideal for players who love sharpshooting, positioning, and utility-driven combat. His variety of arrows and skills makes him adaptable in any situation—whether you're dealing damage or supporting your team with well-timed shots.

This article explores Hawkeye’s comic book origins, skillset, and gameplay mechanics, showing why Marvel’s greatest archer deserves a spot on your team.

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Who Is Hawkeye?

Hawkeye debuted in Tales of Suspense #57 (1964), created by Stan Lee and Don Heck. Clint Barton was orphaned at a young age and raised in a traveling circus, where he trained under the Swordsman and Trick Shot, developing his archery skills to near-superhuman levels.

After a misunderstanding with the law during his early days as a vigilante, Clint eventually joined the Avengers, becoming a core member and often providing a grounded, tactical perspective within the superpowered team.

Clint’s appeal lies not in powers but in personality—sarcastic, loyal, stubborn, and determined to protect others no matter the odds. He’s the guy who stands up when gods fall down, and fans love him for it.

Character Lore

Avenger, Leader, and Underdog

Clint Barton has held several roles throughout Marvel history, including:

• Founding member of the second-generation Avengers.
• Leader of the West Coast Avengers, where he stepped out of Cap’s shadow.
• Mentor to Kate Bishop, the next-generation Hawkeye and a rising star in her own right.
• Trusted S.H.I.E.L.D. operative

Despite his ups and downs, Hawkeye remains a fan-favorite underdog because he’s the guy who shows up, takes aim, and hits impossible shots when the world needs him most.

A Life Defined by Redemption

Clint’s life has been shaped by mistakes and second chances. He’s died, come back, lost hearing, lost friends, and still keeps moving forward. Through it all, he remains one of the most human characters in Marvel’s vast pantheon—and one of its most heroic.

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Hawkeye’s Skills and Abilities

Master Archer

Clint has perfect aim, whether he’s splitting arrows mid-air, shooting without looking, or hitting moving targets at impossible distances. His accuracy is not enhanced by powers but by training, instinct, and experience.

Trick Arrows

Hawkeye’s arsenal includes a wide variety of specialty arrows, each designed for a different purpose. He’s got everything from explosive to sonic arrows in his bag to keep him ready for all kinds of situations.

High-level CQC Skills

Trained by Captain America and S.H.I.E.L.D., Clint is a skilled martial artist and acrobat. He can hold his own against superpowered foes, even without his bow.

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Hawkeye's Story in Marvel Rivals

Though once distancing himself from the Avengers to become the masked vigilante Ronin, Clint returned to the fold older, wiser, and tempered by the dark decisions of his past. Now back in action, he uses both his precision and his conscience to walk the line between hero and weapon, often questioning where he belongs among gods and supersoldiers.

On a solo mission to Erebus Base in Antarctica, Hawkeye is tasked with rescuing Bucky Barnes, the Winter Soldier, who vanished during an infiltration of a Hydra stronghold. As Clint prepares for the operation, he reflects on his Ronin days and the need for the moral clarity the Avengers provide. With intel suggesting occult experiments and buried ancient ruins beneath the base, Clint readies himself not only for a fight against Hydra but potentially darker forces. No matter what lies ahead, he’s determined to bring Bucky home — and prove to himself that Hawkeye still stands for something

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Essential Hawkeye Comics

To get to know Clint Barton beyond the bow, here are some must-read Hawkeye comics:

Hawkeye (2012–2015) by Matt Fraction & David Aja

• This fan-favorite solo series shows Clint’s life outside the Avengers, focusing on street-level heroism, dry humor, and vulnerability.

West Coast Avengers (1984–1994)

• This highlights Clint as a team leader, building a quirky, powerful squad far from New York.

Hawkeye: Freefall (2020) by Matthew Rosenberg & Otto Schmidt

• This is a more modern take on the character that blends action, comedy, and espionage, with Clint going undercover to stop a mysterious new Ronin.

Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes

• This series features key appearances of Hawkeye in classic Avengers stories, showcasing his growth and trust within the team.

Tales of Suspense: Hawkeye & Winter Soldier (2018)

This buddy-cop-style espionage story pairs Clint with Bucky, offering a great look into Clint’s humor and grit within a smaller team setting.

Hawkeye is proof that you don’t need superpowers to be a hero. Armed with only his bow, instincts, and relentless will, Clint Barton has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with gods, monsters, and legends—and never missed a shot.

In Marvel Rivals, he brings ranged precision, utility-driven combat, and smart adaptability, making him an essential pick for sharpshooters and tacticians alike.