Marvel Rivals' Mister Fantastic: A Hilariously Stretchy Debut
Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman joined the Marvel Rivals roster this past weekend, kicking off Season 1. While the Invisible Woman has been generally well-received, Reed Richards, aka Mister Fantastic, has become an unexpected meme sensation due to his, shall we say, unique visual presentation and animations.
His elastic abilities, a key part of his Duelist class, allow for both wide-ranging attacks and a surprisingly tanky playstyle. However, his rubbery contortions and exaggerated movements have struck a comedic chord with players. Comparisons to One Piece's Monkey D. Luffy abound, fueled by his "Elastic Strength" ability. This has even inspired the modding community to create custom skins, despite NetEase's recent crackdown on modifications.
The most meme-worthy move is arguably his "Reflexive Rubber" ability. The sheer absurdity of Mister Fantastic expanding to refrigerator-like proportions to deflect attacks has provided endless amusement.
Player reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with many embracing the character's goofy charm. One Reddit user commented, "Ngl I think Mr. Fantastic's design encapsulates everything great about this game. He's stupid and silly and cheesy and the game just lets him be that and is better for it."
Tweet showcasing a humorous gameplay moment
Tweet showcasing a fan-made image of Mister Fantastic without a beard
Reddit post discussing Mister Fantastic's meme potential
While his long-term popularity remains to be seen, Mister Fantastic has undeniably made a memorable first impression. The arrival of The Thing and Human Torch in the latter half of Season 1 promises even more Fantastic Four-themed fun.
For more information, check out the Season 1 patch notes, Marvel Rivals' pick and win rates, the latest Marvel Rivals codes for free skins, and participate in our community tier list vote.
