User blog comment:MarvelFan73/PVP advice/@comment-12.203.250.162-20151111160810

1) Have the featured character at max. Unless it's something really rare (like the recent X-23 event) the top tier will all be maxed out. 2) Use powered characters, but with a focus on complementing the feature. If you've got 2 powered but they overlap colors, consider using a high-level alternate to fit the bill. With my roster, I often find myself lacking in blue and purple. Daredevil and Spiderman both fill that role for me. 3) Know what you're going up against. If you're challenging characters that throw up a lot of special tiles, use someone who can counter them.  If you're facing a bunch of brute force characters, include stuns, AP drain, and fast attacks. 4) End your session with annoying characters. A lot of people hate going up against Luke Cage - his automatic protect tile means they can't do anything until they hit special requirements. Dr. Doom is another one - his specials change the board suddenly, and he creates attack tiles that will force your opponent to use heal packs even when they win. 5) Maxed 4*. I've had my rear end summarily handed to me in a single turn by a maxed out 4* several times, with the implementation of a single power.  I don't even try anymore.  If you've got it, use it.  It's a great deterrent.