Overwatch 2’s new hero has the potential to upend the game

polygon.com:

Lifeweaver, the new support hero coming to Overwatch 2 for the game’s fourth season, is more than just another healer. Lifeweaver’s kit of abilities will bring impactful gameplay changes to Blizzard’s hero shooter, providing teammates with new movement and protection capabilities, and serving as a major frustration to his opponents — and, in some cases, maybe even his allies.

Overwatch 2’s ninth support hero, Lifeweaver will heal his teammates by throwing them a charged Healing Blossom. He’ll also be able to dash quickly, giving himself a burst of health regeneration and an escape in tight situations. Lifeweaver can also summon temporary platforms that will give teammates tactical advantages and can foil enemies’ ultimate abilities.

But it’s Lifeweaver’s Life Grip ability that will require all players to stay on their toes. That ability also has the potential to become a major trolling opportunity, and, if teammates don’t properly communicate with each other, could spoil some big plays.

Here’s a breakdown of what Lifeweaver will bring to Overwatch 2.

Primary FireHealing Blossom — Hold to charge Lifeweaver’s biolight flower bud and release it to fire a targeted healing burst at a teammate.

Alternate FireThorn Volley — After swapping to his alternate weapon (à la Torbjörn or Mercy), Lifeweaver can shoot a rapid-fire spread of damaging projectiles​ from his hand.

Secondary FirePetal Platform​ — Lifeweaver tosses out a flower-shaped platform. The platform is pressure-sensitive and lifts up if an ally or enemy steps on it. A well-timed jump off of the Petal Platform at its apex will give a player an extra boost for their jump.

AbilitiesRejuvenating Dash: Lifeweaver performs a short dash, lightly healing himself. The ability