Steam Workshop::Rivals 2 Contest Characters (Collection)

Created by Markiplier

Who is Ace? Ace is a rushdown/setup character who can use his prosthetic sand arm and his trusty slingshot to send his foes on a one-way trip to the blast zone. Thanks to his training as a sandmason, Ace can mold his sand arm into the right tool for any jo...

Amanita

Created by FROT-SEIZE

Somewhere the wandering mycowitch stirs... AMANITA THE CURSED MYCOWITCH https://i.imgur.com/5QpPxqd.png After surviving the rampage of Sylvanos on the forest floor, running for safety, the young doe found herself embraced by a mysterious cave. Corrupted by...

Archarid, the Betrayer of Fate

Created by Barney

https://i.imgur.com/jNg2B9m.png https://i.imgur.com/oQmhBwi.png Archarid is a cheeky spider with a taste for chaos. Master their traps and tricks to overwhelm your opponent, or risk having fate turn against your favour! https://i.imgur.com/PN3JXms.png The ...

Arcuin

Created by ShrUg

Arcuin Definitely a puffin (totally not a penguin, Dan said so) ... (just for clarification, that was a joke, they are based on a rockhopper penguin) Traveling from the Ice Barrens, Arcuin is looking for trouble.... Once originally part of the Harbor Guard...

Arsin

Created by Flow

The Banished Brute has escaped his prison Arsin, the Banished Brute, charges into the world of Aether. Once a great warrior of the Fire Capital, fighting anyone that stood in his way, he betrayed his kingdom and turned rogue. https://imgur.com/isDsC2G.png ...

Aryo, The Fractal Light

Created by Sage_Harpuia

Aryo is a ice element snow leopard from the future with a secret. He has no elemental abilities at all. A member of one of the last remaining ice tribes, a result of the rapid melting of the mountain snow due to pollution from the Fire capital, the ice tri...

Astrid

Created by epicKieren66

I may or may not have pulled an all nighter just to help push this out on time for the contest... @~@ Needless to say I got a little rushed, so some sprites are... worse than others. I'll be updating Astrid later to fix the lazier and laziest sprites. This...

Aurelis, the False Gryphon

Created by MoonBear

Aurelis is a Rivals of Aether 2 Contest character designed by MoonBear (me), DoodlingNeko (he did the art, he's awesome!!!!), and rana! (he helped with final sprites, and we wouldn't have finished without him!). Aurelis is a character designed around getti...

Awatsu

Created by Selrate

Deep in the heart of Aether lies a hidden mangrove forest. A beautiful place, teeming with lush flora, colorful fauna, and crystal clear water. A certain creature resides within, acting as a guardian spirit to the creatures that call the forest home, prote...

Bhadra

Created by PJ

Johnny Guilty Gear and rail grind gimmick! ------------------------------------- •BHADRA SUMMARY• Archetype: Rushdown, Stance, Iaido sword technique Good qualities: Speed, overwhelming attacks Bad qualities: Stubby, hard to control GIMMICK Hitting enemies ...

Celia

Created by JustJerome

Hey all! Jerome here, teaching you all the ins and outs you need to know for Celia, the Chi-guided Shinobi! NSPECIAL: Celia throws out a chi-incarnated kunai from her scythe, launching in front of her with an active hitbox. Once it stops moving, it will no...

Cirra

Created by NyazureDreams

From within the raging tempest of the Archai Mountains, Cirra arrives to Rivals of Aether! Hidden in the storm created by the storm architect Absa, Cirra ensures that anyone able to brave the storm will never reach the mountaintop sanctuary. Knowing Absa's...

Coldwin

Created by Coldcolor

There is a common bug with colors that all workshop characters have at the moment. If your game crashes when you pick alts, it is not my fault. Lore Coldwin, was born and raised in the Fire Capitol. He went to medical school to become a doctor, and inherit...

Crest

Created by Scruff0

Night falls, and the sky over the Godai Delta goes dark. The churning waters glimmer with the purest sheen of light. Without a single soul in sight, it's the perfect time to go out for a ride. Crest, the Delta Strider Crest is a mobile and slippery fighter...

Desperado

Created by mallow

In the corner of the Vast Plains, far away from Julesvale, a less than fortunate mining settlement was left to rot after a dust bowl ravaged the place, known only as The Ghost Town. Nearby locals tell a tale of an evil spirit that haunts the town with unfi...

Diamond

Created by PANDABOMB

An Icy Zoner Diamond is a dedicated zoner who utilizes a pair of animated snowflakes to lay frozen terror against any dare withstand her tempest. Learning how to take advantage of the extended reach afforded by the snowflakes will give Diamond players a un...

Ferras

Created by BingJ

https://i.imgur.com/1UyagYG.png An invisible force has been scorned. Ferras was once an esteemed blacksmith for the Fire capital who worked the grandest forge in all of aether. Deep underground, enormous crucibles containing tonnes of molten metal were at ...

Flo

Created by Lukaru

The Sliding Firestarter Flo slides in while creating magnificent sparks with their skates! https://i.imgur.com/1WLRrhJ.png The Whole Stage is your Skatepark Flo is an aggressive speedster. Their skates allow them to easily whizz past foes with low friction...

Fow-Long

Created by MaskedBiker

I would like to say thank you to anyone who tried my character out, this is my first step into any type of modding and like the 3rd time I have ever programmed something, which some have said was quiet evident. I am an Artist rather then a programmer, but ...

Frey

Created by Castanean

Overview Frey, the Slated Emissary, is a swift, evasive fighter. No action done in half-measures, he leverages low air-friction, bursts of speed and his incredible jump height to weave and dance through and past his opponent's attacks. Whilst Frey's top-mo...

Fuchsia: The Flower Reaper

Created by starlightmeteor

Thank you for all your support and patience! My partner's Melixie's computer blew up, but we have managed to get everything to work! Melixie should be considered the author of this project, I had to upload it for him. We have a really cool concept for play...

Galeon

Created by Bombay

Profile It is said that Galeon has lived far above the Air Nation for a long time.Galleon's tail can cause or suppress regional storms, and once upon a time, helped the Air citizens by weather controlling. Then time passed, As Air Alliance develops aviatio...

Galki

Created by El Vicho

From the depths of a mysterious cave hidden and forgotten in the Aetherian Forest, Galki emerges to mess with the competition. OVERVIEW Galki is very slow, their jump leaves much to be desired, and despite their size, this is a lightweight character, but w...

Gema - The Abyss Apprentice

Created by LightningStrike

GAMEPLAY: https://imgur.com/D8hoVBw.gif Gema gameplay focuses around her management of the abyss -She can summon Abel, her companion to enhance many of her moves -Use NSpecial on the ground to acquire an abyss charge, you can have up to 4 charges on you -J...

Geoffrey

Created by Diamax

The strongest baker. Credits : Full art by Hyuponia Throught Aether and Abyss, i, alone, am the BAKING one. Thank you for supporting Geoffrey!...

Glub

Created by OjamaNort

Prepare to ball with Glub, with his mudball he’ll do any dirty trick in the book to get to the top. Lore Glub was born with the ability to produce mud and a greedy soul. He used his gift to cause pranks and mischief wherever he was. Eventually he started t...

Gretchen, the Garden Slug

Created by GreatPlankton

Hailing from the forest countryside, this country slug is one tough bug with her slime burst counters and hard hitting attacks. Background Full Name: Gretchen Handel Series: Rivals of Aether (Fanon Contest Entry) Debut: Rivals of Aether Steam Workshop (Dec...

Helios

Created by Goomboo

Helios, The Unstoppable Peace https://i.imgur.com/4q5iU1F.png Helios is an old bartender working in Julesvale. Little did he know, remnants of his past life as the Shining Flame of the Fire Mora will soon be knocking at his door... - Elemental Powers - SOL...

Knell

Created by GrenadesInSpades

Knell marks the competition! Here's some information on how to play: Main Moves https://i.imgur.com/WlecVUh.png Tips n' Trix Forward tilt sweet spot Knell's normals are fairly weak, but he has a couple of hard hits up his sleeve. The second hit of forward ...

Kordite

Created by Evanio

Kordite: The Obsidian Spine Lore: The Obsidian Tribe is a lizard clan developing at the coast of the grand volcano. Unbeknowst to them is their massive technological disadvantage compared to nations of the world — nations which acknowledged yet disregarded...

La Reina

Created by Sa-v

Rule the ring with La Reina, an acrobatic grappler who wields the force of ferromagnetism! Use powerful grabs to combo opponents into her Steel-chair Slam, or magnetize yourself towards the chair for jaw-dropping aerial stunts. No matter the odds, her fans...

Leif

Created by Cybernetic Ñyewt

In One Sentence Leif is a zoner that despite being earth aligned has a gimmick like playing with fire, with a stage presence oppressive to all players involved, himself included. Gimmick Leif can be harmed by his own status and stage tools. Status: Animus ...

Loric

Created by alibi

Profile Introducing: Loric, The Scrappy Magician! Hiya, I'm Loric. I'm going to be the greatest magician to ever come out of the Aetherian Junkyard. You can catch me at one of my shows in front of the local tavern. They don't let me inside anymore. Not aft...

Lutionis

Created by Fast_Tap

Lutionis, the fiercefull fighter, even tho forgot how to fight, he will remember them to avenge the ones who lost at the war of Aether and the abyss https://i.imgur.com/ev4Vexi.png Lutionis is a Snowball Rushdown character that requieres YOU to remember al...

Lux

Created by Jonah

a little cat found a mysterious glowing ball lying on the streets of julesvale, and started to play with it. Lux, The Lovable Lightbringer https://i.imgur.com/ts6rJ6E.png The Storm Architects invented a ball full of lightning that can float and then lost i...

Mako, the Necromanta

Created by PJ

Zato-1 as Manta Ray puppet character Message from RED: Many thanks to PJ for partnering up with me on this couldn’t have done it without him. Check out his other characters while you're here! RED/Vitrial is the main dev of this character —-----------------...

Match

Created by RoeiRiderz

Straight from downtown Neo Fire Capital (or what's left of it, at least) Match, The SpeedFire, burst right into the battlefield!!! THE LORE (edit: please bare with me here, i know this could be written better but I'm not a native english speaker but I real...

Max, the freestyle break dancer

Created by coltingtons

Max Dances into Battle! Max uses ‘air pillows’ and her breakdancing skills to control the battlefield. She creates them with her tilts, and can interact with them in many ways. Attacking them causes them to explode, and dspecial is used to absorb them. Onc...

Miki

Created by !Hana

Lore: theres not really much lore, just a worker in the poor side of the fire capital that decided to rebel against the power in place. (which is loxodont at rivals 2 time) (sorry she dosent look rebellous) ----------------------------------------- Moveset...

Morrigan, the False Phoenix

Created by Haribo @ HeadPigeons

UPDATE, May 8th, 2024: Though we're still working on the project, Morrigan has been facing major delays while I recover from an auto injury that has severely limited how much I can use my hands, and particularly, my drawing tablet. This has been going on s...

Mrs. Sandbert

Created by InnerOtaku

Play as Mrs. Sandbert without cheat codes! This unofficial example will show you how to create an abomination of a workshop character. Sandbetty is a Rivals 2 Character Contest entry and collab between a total of 39 members of the Rivals of Aether Extended...

Mulch&Bin

Created by Omeletttte

LORE: There was once a small village of humble farmers located on the outskirts civilization, they lived peacefully and dedicated to their craft, but it wouldn't last long when the fire empire, in an attempt to expand and control nearby lands, burnt the vi...

Nautilith

Created by DayGaming

In comes the ancient automaton, Nautilith, recently resurfaced. Wreak havoc on armadas and others with your sluggy slipperiness! Nautilith is a fast, frantic rushdown character who prioritizes in chasing you down. Drop an anemone on the field with down spe...

Nogard Etarip - Scourge of the Skies

Created by somesimilarzac

Rumors have spread throughout the Air Armada of a fearsome sky pirate. Will we ever be safe from his wrath. Nogard Etarip crumples up the newspaper and smirks. This is my entry for the Rivals of Aether 2 character contest: Nogard Etarip. He is a sky pirate...

Osana

Created by MalachiMoet

"Julesvile made the ocean its wasteland, fueling their greed, thinking it'd all last forever. Little did they know that they had created their worst nightmare..." LOREAt one point, the waters of Aether were clean for fish to swim and frolic in - before the...

Pohaku

Created by :-) ' BernardinhO

From the depths of the heart of the world, the Magma Maiden rises! From traveler to traveler, through adventurer groups, legends spread of a place deep below the earth, below even the Lava Tubes, where civilization thrives amidst an ocean of lava. Talks of...

Raknar

Created by BeetleUD

Un luchador rudo, a sand reptile and heavy grappler who can use the sand with high wrestling technique to his advantage to climb, crash, hide and move in quicksand to stalk, seek and attack his opponent, but nothing personal, this hate is professional. ---...

Rhubarb

Created by dumlilguy

https://i.imgur.com/ZF769vE.png Make way, peasants! The decadent Baroness Rhubarb has arrived! With her powerful artifact, The Scepter of Tainted Torrents, Rhubarb possesses complete control of the sewers and dominates the shady underground of Merchant Por...

Rhyolis

Created by RuberCuber

An ancient elemental lizard residing in the volcano at the heart of Aether. Fiercly territorial, will go to great extents to rid of any intruders on his home turf During the Aetherian war of the forest, as Sylvanos sought to expand his domain to all of Aet...

Ronda - Maiden of the Marsh

Created by ZeThundaRippa

Overview Ronda takes inspiration from Richter Belmont (Rondo of Blood), Trevor Belmont (Judgement, not sorry), Alucard (SotN), King D3 (SmashBros), a bog standard catholic nun, and mosquitos. With these influences haphazardly shoved into a blender, Ronda p...

Rosso

Created by leopaof

The Relentless Hunter In nature, lions, hawks, sharks, and nearly every other apex predator only average a successful hunt ratio of 25-30% There is only one animal that surpasses this trend with 95-100% success rate- if you want a job done, you call in a D...

Rudas & Dagon

Created by Lunartic

Summary After surviving a paradox and the horrors of the abyss, Rudas & Dagon emerge to hunt for their vengeance. Rudas & Dagon are a puppet character that focus on having complete control of the puppet's actions. Rudas has a mix of standard and unusual at...

Rudra

Created by spadster

Introduction Rudra unleashes chaos on Aether! Apply Dark Matter to opponents with any special, any strong, or Nair. You can then harness its energy by landing any DM move on an infected opponent, changing your move and its properties entirely. Profile: Who...

Sheriff Charlie

Created by Succ

In the quaint town of Cloudy Plateau, an aging settlement not too far from Julesvale, there lived the most feared lawman in all of Aether– a brave Sheriff who could do away with a band of 10 bandits in under 5 minutes and put them all behind bars. He was t...

Silica

Created by leopaof

The Sand Sorceress Deep in desert along a sea of dune crests Walk single file sand cats who’ve traveled without rest... https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/1125479725507289178/1193581412444545095/image.png?ex=65ad3c50&is=659ac750&hm=ee43ad55f9410cc075...

Silquey

Created by doni_none

This sentence is through google translation,sorry if it's hard to read. OVERVIEW Silquey is a Technical/High speed type character with great air mobility and a unique cancel mechanism. Gimmick Flip Jump jump lower and faster than usual by using double jump...

Silverjack, the Iron Leviathan

Created by oB2Ko Mario

"Three years to the very day, a pirate captain said to me: 'Here lad, come join our crew! Adventure and glory waits for you!' I took his words as gold, and set sail for quests untold. With a bottle of rum in my hand, I dreamed of wealth and foreign lands!"...

Solarei

Created by Opengunner

Short Lore Description Long has the Sun has been a symbol of strength in the Fire Capital. One of those who proclaim to be its champion, Solarei (pronounced "Solar-ray") has been fighting the forces of darkness since time immemorium. Nobody is quite sure w...

Squarebert

Created by Jetie

Sqaurebert the Shapes Square, he is a Square and is ready to beat up people. Specials Nspecial, Throwing a Square he throws one of his Squares at you, luckily he got another one in his pockets. Fspecial, Square Puppet He make a tiny hand puppet of himself ...

Syrcub

Created by SplatRacer

As Christmas Eve passes and Christmas Morning rises, Santa was here to bring only the sweetest of gifts for this time of year! Syrcub, the Snacksolotl, joins Rivals of Aether as part of the Rivals 2 Workshop contest! Enjoy their sticky combos, glaze coated...

Tanya

Created by Yang

The Blossom Dancer The next champion of the Pneuma Temple, the fledgling dancer Tanya brings her (mostly) elegant channeling to the battlefield! https://i.imgur.com/ady5h4l.png NOTE: There is a universal Rivals bug that causes the game to crash when trying...

Tarot

Created by Nyaaaaahhhh

Jacket update has released! Backstory Tarot’s father, a well educated engineer was arrested and kidnapped by the fire kingdom, claiming that he used stolen fire-harnessing techniques. Upon her return to their home deep in the forestTarot learned of what ha...

Vakna

Created by Artist of Seer

A powerful nomad in search of volcanic strength A wandering hermit who lives in the southern mountains of Aether, Vakna is one who values martial strength above all else. Practicing a Fire Nation sect of Elementalism that specializes on the fire born from ...

Voidburn

Created by Lognes

Frodeburn was once a scientist for the Fire Capital. Failing to gain any recognition he took drastic actions and started engaging in research towards the Abyss. One experiment in particular resulted in disaster. Leaving him permanently conjoined to the Aby...

Wes

Created by Muno

Funny character where you write code while fighting people. Lore Wes is a skilled computer engineer from the future who can bend reality by writing code. He used this power to help Ayala build a time machine for use by the Endless Emperor, Loxodont, workin...

Wren

Created by EquinoxDoodles

https://i.imgur.com/x9QpfTp.png The Boss Of The Boardwalk Surfs In! The snarky, smug, delinquent cat from Breakaway Point is here to make her mark! In an effort to stand out for her step-brother's shadow, Wren took on a call for competition to not only pro...

Wrought

Created by LateOhm

Wrought, The Wind's Wrath! A fast, floaty, all rounder with an emphasis on being in your face to deal high octane combos as well as being able to pressure from afar with consistent and deadly setups. With his tornado to increase his speed and setups, you w...

Xanne

Created by J4C

Xanne, the Roller Derby Rockstar Xanne (pronounced Zan, like xanax) shoulder checks her way into Aether! Taking inspiration from roller derby, breakdancing, capoeira, and punk rock culture, this porcupine is a force to be reckoned with. This is my submissi...

Xerelow

Created by CorviRat

"Change can pull us apart, But Connection keeps us together" Xerelow, The Triple Point Transformer, shifts the matter! Use three states of matter and a wide array of specials to overwhelm your opponent, including a back special! Xerelow, The Triple Point T...

Yono

Created by FuZZ_lol

Yono, The Carrier’s Honour arrives in RIVALS OF AETHER! The estranged son of a Captain of the elusive Postmen's Guild, an elite league of postal officers located in the heart of the Air Capital, Yono is one reliable deliverer! While born and raised in Jule...

Yugo

Created by Blaner (Monstiv)

Short Lore background The children's books speak of many cautionary tales of the monsters of the abyss. Stories told to warn children and generations alike of the dangers of getting too close. But the books aren't entirely just folk lore to scare kids. Man...

Zanaiel, the Slicing Whisper

Created by Whikko

Zanaiel, the Slicing Whisper A pixie grappler focused in overmaneuvering his opponents and moving the opponents across the stage Zanaiel is a trained asssasin that controls the air pressure, vacuuming his opponents into his powerful grabs and moving throug...

Ziggy

Created by Mr Nart

At the base of the Archai Mountains, the perpetual storm barrier once thought to be impenetrable has started to show its cracks. Though the Air Elders are unwavering in wanting to preserve their way of life, they recognize that the ongoing conflicts around...

Ziinkh

Created by pumpkinz

Ziinkh, the blackmailed thief, takes the stage! Ziinkh focuses on timing punishes and delayed movement. He is being submitted as an entry to the Rivals 2 Character Contest, so ALL feedback is highly appreciated! Moveset basics: Certain moves initiate a bur...

Zoog, the Artificer

Created by Galahad

Zoog is a master alchemist and artificer, able to create wonders and melt away his competition. Zoog possess and arsenal of potion created by himself which harness elements for offensive attacks. He also comes with two weapons, his infinite shot pistol and...