This type of synergistic play can be found in other characters. Again, Steven Universe comes to mind. But none of them offer as many buffs and debuffs as Velma. She can give her team armor and health, grant boosts in speed, apply stacks of ice (to slow and eventually freeze players), and weaken enemies all while doing a ton of damage. Velma can even educate folks—by throwing a book at her teammate, she can reduce the team’s cooldown durations, something no other character can do without using a perk/item. Basically, Velmla proves to be a powerful ally no matter the circumstances.

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Known Youtuber and fighting game expert, John Crofts (jmcrofts) also believes that Velma is “insanely powerful”. In his video below, not only can you see him proving this notion true by dealing out nearly 400 points of damage, but he also makes mention of how well she supports the team and that she “has the potential to be top tier.”

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The ability that really puts Velma over though has to be her Snooping passive. During a match, certain moves have a chance to spawn evidence. Collect enough of it and she’ll be able to summon a police car to come and incapacitate the closet player on the opposing team. It’s similar to Steven Universe’s bubble ability, except that the cop car will try to remove them from play if they can’t break out, while the bubble just holds people in place. Seeing someone get scooped up and carried off the stage is as comical as it is effective.

Now, this move might seem unfair. I mean, initiating a fight and then calling the cops is certainly some Karen-type shit. That said, it takes a while to collect the needed evidence to make that call. And if Velma dies before summoning the car, she’ll have to start all over when she respawns.

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There are other cons to worry about as well. For one, Velma is always a target. Removing her from play also removes her buffs and debuffs. Expect her to be rushed from the start. She also isn’t very fast or strong on her own; MultiVersus’ assassins will round circles around her, making her a bad pick (in most cases) for 1v1 matchups. Lastly, her Up Special doesn’t cover much ground. Velma players will need to properly utilize her jumps and dodges before using that move in order to survive being knocked off a given stage.

Even with her limitations, Velma is that chick. EVO champion SonicFox seems to agree. While he tends to destroy opponents no matter who he’s using, his video entitled “Velma Might Be the Way” showcases how great she can be during a fight. Whether by playing keep-away using word projectiles or up close and person with her bright ideas. She even gets the better of Arya Stark despite her superior speed.

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Velma’s powerful attacks are bolstered by her supportive abilities, making her one of the best characters in Multiversus. In the right hands, she’d be nearly unbeatable regardless of who she’s teamed with. We all thought it would be the Shaggy show. And in some aspects, he is definitely a solid pick for solo and team-based fights. But Velma is the true representative of Mystery Inc. She embodies the iconic animated series (like Shaggy) while also bodying anyone foolish enough to rattler her stylish frames.

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Kenneth Seward Jr. is a freelance writer, editor, and illustrator who covers games, movies, and more. Follow him @kennyufg and on Twitch.