Doctor Strange

Doctor Strange – Master of the Mystic Arts

Champion Breakdown

About Doctor Strange

Character Class: Mystic

Brief Overview: Doctor Stephen Strange, a master neurosurgeon turned Sorcerer Supreme, wields powerful magic spells and artifacts such as the Eye of Agamotto, the Cloak of Levitation, and the Flames of the Faltine. He brings an array of mystical abilities to dominate the battlefields of the Marvel Contest of Champions, making him a significant asset to any player’s roster.

Doctor Strange Origin: Doctor Strange hails from the pages of Marvel Comics, debuting in Strange Tales #110 in 1963. Created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, he was once a renowned surgeon whose hands were crippled in an accident. Seeking a cure, he discovered the mystical arts and rose to become the Earth’s primary protector against magical threats.

Lore Background

Doctor Strange History: After a car accident ruins his hands, Dr. Stephen Strange embarks on a journey that leads him to the Ancient One. He evolves from a skeptical physician to the Sorcerer Supreme, defending Earth from mystical and interdimensional threats. Noteworthy stories include "The Oath" and "The Eternity Saga," where his character is deeply explored, showcasing his transition from ego-driven to a selfless defender of the realm.

Personality Traits: Doctor Strange is characterized by his intelligence, determination, and commitment to protecting Earth. Initially arrogant, his transformation into the Sorcerer Supreme humbles him and grants him a callous resolve, allowing him to strategize and deploy powerful spells with calculated precision.

Doctor Strange's Gameplay Mechanics

Basic Abilities: Nullify, Power Gain

Doctor Strange's gameplay revolves around his ability to adapt through his Vishanti blessings, making him versatile in combat. He excels at draining opponent buffs while regenerating health and managing power gain.

  • Basic Attacks and Moves:

    • Light Attacks: Quick mystical strikes, building up combos.
    • Medium Attacks: Moderate damage with a chance to gain Power.
    • Heavy Attacks: Slow but high-impact hits that synergize with his passive abilities.

  • Passive and Active Basic Abilities:

    • Passive: Vishanti blessings cycle, providing different boosts.
      • Oshtur’s Refuge: Increased Armor and Block Proficiency.
      • Agamotto’s Insight: Increased Attack and Critical Hit Rate.
      • Hoggoth’s Wisdom: Increased Power Gain Rate and Regeneration.
    • Active:
      • Nullify: Removes opponent’s buffs.
      • Power Gain: Generates power every 9 seconds.

Special Attacks:

  1. Special 1: Mystic Bolts - This attack may deal up to 100% additional damage and recover up to 100% Power at random. It’s perfect for keeping the opponent on their toes.
  2. Special 2: Flames of the Faltine - Varied effects based on the current Vishanti blessing:
    • Oshtur’s Refuge: 50% chance to inflict Weakness, reducing the target's Attack.
    • Agamotto’s Insight: 50% chance to cause Armor Break, lowering the opponent’s Armor.
    • Hoggoth’s Wisdom: 50% chance to Nullify, removing a positive status effect from the opponent.
  3. Special 3: Eye of Agamotto - 100% chance to Fate Seal the opponent, nullifying all buffs and preventing new ones for 5 seconds.

Signature Ability: Counterspell – Activated passively, this ability counteracts enemy Buff Effects with extreme efficiency. The awaken ability enhances his defensive utility, making every fight more manageable by consistently nullifying threats.

Strategy and Playstyle

General Strategy: Use Doctor Strange's cycle of blessings to adapt to each fight. Switch between defensive and offensive strategies to outmaneuver opponents. Leveraging his power gain and nullifying abilities can turn the tide of battle in your favor.

Advanced Techniques:

  • Master timing for Special 2 under the right blessing for maximum effect.
  • Utilize Heavy attacks during Power Gain phases for significant damage.
  • Deploy Special 3 strategically to nullify buffs at critical moments.

Mastery Tips

Skill Mastery: Doctor Strange requires timing and strategic use of his Vishanti blessings. Mastering his signature ability is crucial for up-and-coming players.

Team Composition:

  • Pair Doctor Strange with champions that provide survivability and additional power gain.
  • Utilize his synergy bonuses to enhance team performance, particularly focusing on allies with high Armor ratings.

Synergy Bonuses:

  1. Friends:
    • With Spider-Man (Classic): All Champions gain +130 Armor Rating.
  2. Teammates:
    • With Black Bolt: All Champions gain +5% Perfect Block Chance.
    • With Scarlet Witch (Classic): All Champions gain +5% Perfect Block Chance.

Countering Doctor Strange

Counter Tactics: To counter Doctor Strange, focus on champions that can handle his nullifies and punish his predictable cycles. Interrupt his heavy attacks and be prepared to face his power gain phases head-on.

Doctor Strange Counters:

  1. Magik: Utilize Limbo to mitigate Doctor Strange's nullifying abilities and secure your buffs.
  2. Dormammu: Excel with power control to hinder Doctor Strange's power gain.

Conclusion

Final Thoughts: Doctor Strange stands out as a versatile and formidable champion with profound control over mystical forces. His abilities allow for strategic depth making him a valuable addition to both offensive and defensive lineups.

Encouragement to Experiment: Encourage players to explore various combinations and strategies. Find your unique approach to unleash Doctor Strange’s full potential, mastering the Mystic Arts to dominate your opponents.