Mister Fantastic's Meme Potential Stretched to Limit by Marvel Rivals Fans

Marvel Rivals' Season 1 launched on Friday, January 10, bringing two iconic heroes into the fold—Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman. While fans are excited to play as Reed Richards and Sue Storm, some players are finding it difficult to take Mister Fantastic as seriously as his superhero peers.

As one of the first post-launch additions to the roster, Mister Fantastic introduces a unique hybrid playstyle. Classified as a Duelist, he brings elastic combat abilities that allow him to stretch across the battlefield, striking single or multiple enemies with powerful swings. He can also morph his body to absorb damage, making him a surprisingly versatile tank option. Players are still experimenting with optimal strategies for using his kit, but in the meantime, many are distracted by how inherently goofy he looks in action.

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— Wong Updates (@WongUpdates) January 12, 2025

With a character design that allows for wild physical distortions, Mister Fantastic naturally lends himself to meme culture. His Elastic Strength ability has already drawn comparisons to *One Piece*'s Monkey D. Luffy, so much so that modders created a custom One Piece skin despite recent anti-mod crackdowns from NetEase. Even without mods, seeing Reed Richards puff up into a rubbery bodybuilder form is enough to make anyone chuckle.

Some fans, like X/Twitter user @BOOMERANG_117, have taken the humor even further by digitally removing Mister Fantastic’s beard, imagining what Reed Richards might look like without it—an experiment that borders on uncanny valley but is undeniably entertaining.

Perhaps the most meme-worthy move in his arsenal is Reflexive Rubber, an ability that not only reflects enemy damage but also inflates Mister Fantastic to refrigerator-like proportions. Watching him waddle around in this state has become a highlight (or lowlight, depending on your perspective) for many players.

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— Boomer (@BOOMERANG_117) January 11, 2025

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“Ngl I think Mr. Fantastic's design encapsulates everything great about this game,” noted one Reddit user. “He's stupid and silly and cheesy and the game just lets him be that and is better for it.”

While time will tell whether Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman remain top-tier picks for Marvel Rivals players, there’s no denying they’ve made a strong impression in their debut weekend. As Season 1 progresses, fans can look forward to the arrival of the remaining Fantastic Four members—The Thing and Human Torch—who are set to join the roster in the second half of the season. If their entrance is anything like Reed and Sue’s, expect more excitement, more strategy, and yes—even more memes.

In the meantime, stay updated with the latest Marvel Rivals news through the official Season 1 patch notes, explore in-game stats including pick and win rates for Quickplay and Competitive modes from Season 0, and don’t forget to check the newest Marvel Rivals codes for free cosmetic rewards. Want to weigh in on the strongest characters in the game? Be sure to participate in our ongoing community tier list discussion!