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 on January 10th. While Invisible Woman has been generally well-received, Mister Fantastic's unique abilities have generated a wave of amusement amongst players. His elastic powers, designed for both dueling and tanking roles, are proving surprisingly meme-worthy.
His ability to contort his body into unusual shapes has led to numerous comparisons with One Piece's Monkey D. Luffy. This has even inspired the modding community to create custom One Piece skins, despite NetEase's recent crackdown on modding. The sheer goofiness of his rubbery physique is a major source of online humor. Some fans have even taken to digitally removing his beard, further highlighting the comedic potential of his design.
His "Reflexive Rubber" ability, while strategically useful for redirecting enemy damage, is also visually comical. The transformation into a refrigerator-sized being has provided endless fodder for jokes and memes.
The community's reaction has been overwhelmingly positive, with many embracing the character's inherent silliness. 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."
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 is highly anticipated, with fans hoping they'll be equally entertaining additions to the roster.
For more information, check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes, character win rates, and the latest codes for free skins. You can also participate in our community tier list to vote on the strongest characters.
