Marvel Foes Flex Fantastic's Stretch

Marvel Rivals' Mister Fantastic: A Hilariously Stretchy Debut

Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman joined the Marvel Rivals fray this past weekend, kicking off Season 1 on January 10th. While Invisible Woman's reception has been generally positive, Mister Fantastic's unique abilities have sparked a wave of amusement among players. His elastic powers, designed for both melee combat and tanking, have proven surprisingly meme-worthy.

His ability to contort his body into unusual shapes has led to numerous comparisons to One Piece's Monkey D. Luffy, fueling fan creativity. The modding community, despite NetEase's recent crackdown, has even produced a One Piece-themed skin for him. His "Reflexive Rubber" ability, while strategically useful for redirecting enemy attacks, is also comically over-the-top, transforming him into a refrigerator-sized behemoth.

The character's inherent goofiness hasn't gone unnoticed. One Reddit user perfectly captured the sentiment: "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." This sentiment is echoed across social media, with numerous humorous tweets and posts showcasing his unusual animations. Even his beard has become a target of playful edits.

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-related fun.

For more information, check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes, character win rates, the latest codes for free skins, and our community tier list.