I’ve been grinding Marvel Rivals since Season 4.5 dropped, and let me tell you – unlocking “The Defenders” achievement as Daredevil had me scratching my head at first. But after hours of gameplay and testing different strategies, I’ve cracked the code on how to efficiently partner with Marvel Knights members to land those crucial 10 KOs.
When I first saw this achievement pop up, I was like, “Wait, who even counts as Marvel Knights?” The game doesn’t exactly hand you a cheat sheet, right? But don’t worry – I’ve done all the legwork for you. In this guide, I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know about teaming up with Marvel Knights members and racking up those KOs like a pro.
What Exactly is “The Defenders” Achievement?
Let me break this down for you. “The Defenders” achievement in Marvel Rivals requires you to land 10 KOs as Daredevil while specifically partnering with other Marvel Knights members. It’s not just about getting kills – it’s about getting them WITH the right teammates.
When I first started working on this, I thought it would be simple. Just play Daredevil and get kills, right? Wrong! The catch is that both you AND your Marvel Knights teammate need to deal damage to the same enemy for the KO to count toward the achievement. It’s all about that coordinated takedown.
The achievement gives you 10 achievement points on the rewards track, which might not sound like much, but trust me, the satisfaction of unlocking it is totally worth it. Plus, it’s a great way to learn how to synergize with different heroes in the game.
Who Are the Marvel Knights Members in Marvel Rivals?
Okay, this is where I got tripped up initially. The game doesn’t have a handy “Marvel Knights” tag anywhere, so I had to do some digging. After testing and confirming with multiple sources, here are the six Marvel Knights members currently in Marvel Rivals:
| Character | Role | Difficulty | Best For Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daredevil | Duelist | 3 stars | (You) |
| Black Widow | Duelist | 2 stars | Great synergy |
| Blade | Duelist | 3 stars | High damage output |
| Cloak & Dagger | Strategist | 2 stars | EASIEST to partner with |
| Moon Knight | Duelist | 2 stars | Good team fighter |
| The Punisher | Duelist | 2 stars | Official Team-Up available |
I found this out the hard way by testing different combinations. When I was playing with random teammates, I’d get kills that didn’t count toward the achievement because I wasn’t paired with a Marvel Knights member. Talk about frustrating!
My Experience with Each Marvel Knights Partner
Let me share my personal experience teaming up with each Marvel Knights member. I’ve spent considerable time with each pairing, so I can give you the real scoop on what works and what doesn’t.
Cloak & Dagger – The Easiest Partners
I’ve got to be honest – Cloak & Dagger are by far the easiest Marvel Knights members to partner with for this achievement. Their Lightforce Dagger and Terror Cape abilities are consistent, long-lasting, and super easy to follow up as Daredevil.
When I play with a good Cloak & Dagger player, I find that their abilities set up perfect opportunities for me to dive in and secure the KO. The Terror Cape especially leaves enemies vulnerable and makes it simple for me to close the distance with my Devil’s Latch.
What I love about this pairing is that Cloak & Dagger players tend to stick close to the team, so you’re not left hanging on your own. Plus, their healing capabilities mean I can be more aggressive with my engagements.
The Punisher – Official Team-Up Synergy
The Punisher has an official Team-Up ability with Daredevil called “Bestial Hunt,” and let me tell you – it’s a game-changer for this achievement. When I activate my Sonic Pursuit, The Punisher gets notified and can launch a devil-infused shock grenade that damages and blinds enemies.
I’ve found that Punisher players are usually pretty reliable when it comes to coordinating attacks. They tend to hang back and provide cover fire, which actually works perfectly for my playstyle as Daredevil. I can dive in, do my thing, and know that The Punisher has my back with his ranged attacks.
The key here is communication. When I’m playing with a Punisher, I make sure to ping my targets and let them know when I’m going in. This coordination makes securing those shared KOs much more consistent.
Black Widow – Quick and Deadly
Black Widow brings some serious firepower to the table, and I’ve had great success pairing with her for this achievement. Her Widow’s Bite ability can quickly soften up targets, making it easy for me to swoop in and finish them off.
What I’ve noticed is that Black Widow players tend to be very aggressive, which can be both good and bad. Good because they’re always engaging enemies, giving me plenty of opportunities to contribute damage. Bad because sometimes they get kills before I can even get in range.
My strategy when playing with Black Widow is to stick close and communicate. I’ll let her initiate the fight, then I’ll use my Devil’s Latch to pull myself into the action and help secure the KO.
Blade – High Damage Output
Blade is another excellent choice for this achievement, primarily because of his high damage output. When I pair up with a good Blade player, enemies melt quickly, making it easier to secure those shared KOs.
The challenge with Blade is that he’s very much a solo fighter. I’ve found that some Blade players tend to go off on their own, which can make it difficult to coordinate attacks. However, when you find a Blade player who understands the importance of teamwork, it’s magic.
My approach with Blade is to stick close and use my Radar Sense to track enemies he’s engaging. I can then use my mobility to quickly join the fight and help secure the KO.
Moon Knight – Team Fighter Extraordinaire
Moon Knight is an interesting partner because he excels in team fights. His abilities are designed to disrupt and damage multiple enemies at once, which creates plenty of opportunities for shared KOs.
I’ve found that Moon Knight players tend to be very team-oriented, which makes them great partners for this achievement. They’re always looking to set up plays for their teammates, which aligns perfectly with what I need as Daredevil.
The key to success with Moon Knight is timing. I wait for him to engage and disrupt the enemy team, then I dive in and help clean up. This coordinated approach has netted me multiple KOs in single matches.
Daredevil’s Complete Ability Breakdown
Now, let me get into the nitty-gritty of Daredevil’s abilities. Understanding these is crucial for effectively partnering with Marvel Knights members and securing those KOs.
Primary Fire: Justice Jab
- Description: Swing Billy Clubs forward. Gain Fury on hit
- Damage: 35
- Range: 4.5m
- Special Effect: Gain 15 Fury on hit
When I’m playing Daredevil, I rely heavily on Justice Jab for consistent damage output. What I’ve learned is that you should weave in melee attacks between every second primary fire to maximize your DPS. This animation canceling is essential for dealing damage quickly.
Secondary Fire: Objection!
- Description: Whirl billy clubs in a tight guard to block frontal damage and reflect projectiles
- Cooldown: 12s
- Special Effect: Block frontal damage and reflect projectiles, becoming immune to all incoming harm during this stance. Gain 60 Fury when successfully blocking an attack.
Let me tell you, mastering Objection! is what separates good Daredevil players from great ones. I save this ability specifically for countering enemy CC abilities. When I see a Luna Snow or Mantis winding up their stun, that’s when I hit Objection! Not only does it protect me, but it also gives me a nice Fury boost.
Shift Ability: Devil’s Latch
- Description: Fire a grappling line that reels Daredevil and his target toward each other
- Cooldown: 12s
- Range: 25m
- Special Effect: Gain 60 Fury and temporarily enable Righteous Cross
This is my bread and butter for engaging enemies. However, I’ve learned the hard way that using Devil’s Latch to engage means sacrificing my best escape tool. My rule of thumb is: if I’m not confident I can secure the KO, I save Devil’s Latch for escaping.
E Ability: Infernal Fury
- Description: Expend Fury to unleash Devil’s Chain or Devil’s Throw
- Fury Required: 60
- Special Effect: Devil’s Chain converts damage into Bonus Health, Devil’s Throw Slows enemies
I absolutely love this ability because it gives me options based on the situation. When I need to survive longer in a fight, I go for Devil’s Chain. When I need to set up kills for my Marvel Knights partners, I use Devil’s Throw to slow enemies.
F Ability: Sonic Pursuit
- Description: Lock onto a target, gaining increased Speed and Damage Reduction when attacked
- Special Effect: Dash to target, Blinding them and restore Fury
This ability is perfect for coordinating with Marvel Knights members. When I activate Sonic Pursuit, I make sure to ping my target so my teammates know who I’m focusing. This coordination makes it much easier to secure shared KOs.
Ultimate: Let the Devil Out
- Description: Embrace the Beast within. Enemies in Daredevil’s line of sight take damage and suffer a ramping Blind effect
- Special Effect: Continually gain Fury while active
I save my ultimate for crucial moments when I need to swing the team fight in our favor. The Blind effect is devastating and makes it much easier for my Marvel Knights partners to secure kills.
Passive Abilities
- Radar Sense: Detect enemy movements within a set radius
- Blind Ascent: Cling to walls and spring off them to reposition
Radar Sense is honestly my favorite ability. It’s like having legal wallhacks! I use this information to ping enemy positions for my Marvel Knights teammates, making our coordinated attacks much more effective.
My Best Strategies for Securing Shared KOs
After countless hours of testing, I’ve developed some solid strategies for consistently securing shared KOs with Marvel Knights members. Let me share what works best for me.
Communication is Key
I can’t stress this enough – communication makes all the difference. When I’m playing with Marvel Knights members, I make sure to:
- Ping my targets before engaging
- Call out when I’m using my abilities
- Let them know when I need help securing a kill
This level of coordination has dramatically increased my success rate with the achievement.
Timing Your Engagements
I’ve found that timing is everything when it comes to securing shared KOs. My approach is:
- Let my Marvel Knights partner initiate the fight
- Wait for them to deal some damage first
- Use Devil’s Latch to engage and help finish the kill
- Use Sonic Pursuit to quickly move to the next target
This method ensures that both of us contribute enough damage to count toward the achievement.
Focus on Vulnerable Targets
When I’m specifically working on this achievement, I prioritize targets that are already weakened or isolated. This makes it much easier to secure the KO with my Marvel Knights partner. I use my Radar Sense to identify these targets and coordinate with my team.
Use the Environment
I’ve learned to use the environment to my advantage. Wall climbing gives me access to unique angles and surprise attack opportunities. When I combine this with well-timed Devil’s Latch engages, I can catch enemies off guard and secure quick KOs with my Marvel Knights partners.
2025 Common Mistakes I Made (And How to Avoid Them)
Let me share some mistakes I made when I first started working on this achievement, so you don’t have to learn the hard way like I did.
Mistake #1: Going Solo
I used to think I could just play Daredevil and get kills on my own. Wrong! The achievement specifically requires you to partner with Marvel Knights members. I wasted several matches before realizing this.
How to avoid: Always check your team composition and identify Marvel Knights members before the match starts.
Mistake #2: Not Communicating
I used to be that silent player who never used voice chat or pings. Big mistake! I can’t tell you how many potential shared KOs I missed because my Marvel Knights partner didn’t know what I was doing.
How to avoid: Use pings, voice chat, or even the in-game chat to coordinate with your Marvel Knights teammates.
Mistake #3: Poor Ability Usage
I used to burn all my abilities at once, leaving me with no escape options. This led to many unnecessary deaths and missed opportunities.
How to avoid: Save Devil’s Latch for escapes unless you’re absolutely certain you can secure the KO. Use your abilities strategically rather than spamming them.
Mistake #4: Wrong Target Priority
I used to focus on the tankiest enemies first, thinking that’s where I could contribute the most. This was completely wrong for this achievement.
How to avoid: Prioritize squishy targets that you and your Marvel Knights partner can quickly eliminate together.
My Recommended Loadout and Settings
After extensive testing, I’ve found some settings and loadout options that work best for securing shared KOs with Marvel Knights members.
Key Bindings
I’ve customized my key bindings to make it easier to coordinate with teammates:
- Ping: Mouse side button (easy access for constant communication)
- Voice Chat: Mouse side button 2 (quick communication without taking hands off movement)
- Abilities: Standard Q, E, Shift, but I’ve moved Ultimate to R for easier access
Graphics Settings
I’ve optimized my graphics settings for better visibility:
- Radar Sense Background Brightness: Lowered (makes it easier to see enemy positions)
- Enemy Outline: Enabled (helps track targets through walls)
- Particle Effects: Medium (reduces visual clutter while maintaining important effects)
Controller vs. Keyboard
I’ve tried both, and I personally prefer keyboard and mouse for Daredevil. The precision aiming and quick ability access make it easier to coordinate with Marvel Knights members. However, if you’re more comfortable with a controller, stick with what works best for you.
Advanced Tips and Combos
Once you’ve got the basics down, these advanced tips will help you secure those KOs even faster.
The 275 HP Combo
I’ve discovered a devastating combo that can quickly eliminate most Strategists and low-health heroes:
- Devil’s Throw (to slow the target)
- Sonic Pursuit (dash to target)
- Righteous Cross (quick damage)
- Devil’s Chain (bonus health for survival)
- Righteous Cross (finisher)
This combo is especially effective when coordinated with a Marvel Knights member who can provide additional damage or crowd control.
Wall-Climb Engagements
I love using wall-climbing to set up surprise attacks. Here’s my go-to strategy:
- Use wall-climb to get to an elevated position
- Identify a target using Radar Sense
- Ping the target for my Marvel Knights partner
- Use Devil’s Latch to engage
- Coordinate the takedown
This approach catches enemies off guard and makes it much easier to secure shared KOs.
Ultimate Coordination
When I have my ultimate ready, I make sure to coordinate with my Marvel Knights teammates:
- Let them know I’m about to use my ultimate
- Position myself to hit multiple enemies
- Activate Let the Devil Out
- Focus on one priority target while my teammates clean up others
This coordinated approach often results in multiple shared KOs in a single team fight.
Tracking Your Progress
I’ve found that tracking my progress helps keep me motivated. Here’s how I do it:
In-Game Tracking
The game actually tracks your progress toward the achievement, but it’s not very detailed. I make a mental note of how many KOs I get in each match with Marvel Knights members.
External Tracking
For those who want to be more detailed, I recommend:
- Keeping a notepad document with match results
- Screenshotting the achievement progress after each match
- Using a spreadsheet to track which Marvel Knights members you’ve had the most success with
Setting Realistic Goals
When I first started, I tried to get all 10 KOs in one sitting. That was overwhelming! Now I set smaller goals:
- Aim for 2-3 KOs per session
- Focus on one Marvel Knights member at a time
- Celebrate small victories along the way
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Even with all this knowledge, you might run into some issues. Let me address some common problems I’ve encountered.
“My KOs Aren’t Counting!”
This happened to me a lot when I first started. The most common reasons are:
- You’re not paired with a Marvel Knights member
- Only one of you is dealing damage to the target
- The game is bugging (it happens sometimes)
Solution: Double-check your team composition and make sure both you and your Marvel Knights partner are contributing damage to each kill.
“I Can’t Find Marvel Knights Teammates!”
This can be frustrating, especially during off-peak hours. Here’s what I do:
- Play during peak hours when more people are online
- Use the “Looking for Group” feature to find Marvel Knights players
- Consider playing with friends who main Marvel Knights characters
Solution: Be patient and persistent. The Marvel Knights characters are quite popular, so you’ll usually find at least one in most matches.
“I Keep Dying Before Securing KOs!”
This was a major issue for me when I first started playing Daredevil. The solution is to:
- Play more conservatively
- Use Objection! more defensively
- Save Devil’s Latch for escapes
- Focus on targets that are already weakened
Solution: Remember that survival is key to securing KOs. It’s better to disengage and live to fight another day than to die trying to secure one kill.
FAQ
How long does it take to complete this achievement?
From my experience, it typically takes 5-10 matches to complete, depending on how well you coordinate with Marvel Knights members and how often you encounter them in matches.
Can I complete this achievement in Arcade mode?
Yes, you can complete this achievement in any game mode, including Quick Play, Competitive, and Arcade modes. I personally found Quick Play to be the most efficient.
Do assists count toward the achievement?
No, only actual KOs where both you and a Marvel Knights member deal damage to the eliminated enemy count toward the achievement.
What if I’m the only Marvel Knights member on my team?
If you’re the only Marvel Knights member, you won’t be able to make progress on the achievement. You need at least one other Marvel Knights member in your team.
Can I complete this achievement with random teammates?
Absolutely! I completed most of my progress with random teammates. The key is communication and coordination, even with strangers.
Is there a specific Marvel Knights member that’s best for this achievement?
Based on my experience, Cloak & Dagger are the easiest to partner with due to their consistent abilities and team-oriented playstyle. However, any Marvel Knights member can work well with proper coordination.
Final Thoughts
Working on “The Defenders” achievement has been one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had in Marvel Rivals. It’s not just about unlocking an achievement – it’s about learning to play Daredevil effectively and understanding how to synergize with different team compositions.
I hope this guide helps you as much as it would have helped me when I first started. Remember to be patient, communicate with your teammates, and most importantly, have fun with it. The achievement will come naturally as you improve your Daredevil gameplay and learn to work with Marvel Knights members.
If you found this guide helpful, make sure to bookmark it for future reference, and don’t forget to check out our other Marvel Rivals guides for more tips and strategies. Good luck, and I’ll see you on the battlefield!
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