Who do you suppose the brand new hero will probably be?

Overwatch is again in full swing with the discharge of the sequel, and which means we’re again within the swing of the hype surrounding new hero releases. I imply, I nonetheless largely stick with the roster of authentic heroes as a result of I just like the simplicity of their kits, however even when I don’t plan on taking part in any of the brand new additions, their presence nonetheless switches up the meta considerably. Now rumors are flying as to who the latest recruit to the Overwatch lineup goes to be, and the frontrunner as of now’s Mauga, a Talon Heavy Assault and former good friend of Baptiste.

Mauga appeared in a brief story known as “What You Left Behind,” which targeted on Baptiste’s backstory and was launched alongside the Baptiste Reunion Problem mini-event. Mauga and Baptiste have been each a part of the Talon operation at Monte Cristo, the place the previous known as the latter the “finest medic in Talon.”

Whereas Mauga initially comes throughout as a “large dumb brute,” in actuality he’s a tactful and ruthless combatant. Baptiste even mentioned he was “like a demon” due to Mauga’s sociopathic and sadistic nature. The 2 aren’t notably associates, however they do have a sure rapport in fight, as Baptiste is absolutely the one one who can discuss Mauga down, and Mauga has proven Baptiste mercy that he doesn’t in any other case prolong to others.

Contemplating Mauga’s massive stature and robust persona, if he have been to be the following Overwatch hero, I’d put cash down that he’d be a tank. We’re positively overdue for one more Talon character, and I’d argue that Mauga would have probably the most imposing presence the roster has seen up to now, which I believe would shake issues up in a enjoyable manner. Plus, there aren’t many different heroes within the sport that Baptiste shares any lore with, so it will be cool to see his story woven into the sport’s lore in a extra vital manner.

In fact, there are different theories bouncing round too, just like the child from the unique Overwatch cinematic (what a throwback that might be), however for now it’s mainly a toss up. Fortunately we gained’t have to attend too lengthy, as a result of we all know that the brand new hero is being revealed tonight in the course of the Overwatch League Grand Finals.

I’m additionally hoping that the brand new hero, no matter who they’re, will probably be out there for all gamers as quickly as they’re launched, nevertheless it’s possible Blizzard goes to lock them behind the Battle Move, not less than at first, like they did with Kiriko. I’m of the thoughts that strikes like which might be very a lot in battle with the unique imaginative and prescient of what the sport was speculated to be, however I assume there’s nothing we will do about it now.