A New Hero in the Spotlight
Marvel Rivals fans are buzzing with excitement following the introduction of two new playable characters: Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman. However, many players find it difficult to take the stretchy scientist Reed Richards as seriously as the other heroes in the game.
Mister Fantastic made his debut alongside the launch of Season 1 on January 10, bringing his remarkable elastic abilities to the forefront as one of the first post-launch heroes. His unique skill set allows him to swing at multiple enemies or expand his body to adopt a tank-like role. As players experiment with strategies to maximize his effectiveness against the diverse roster, they can’t help but appreciate the more humorous aspects of his character.
Meme Potential: A Stretchy Sensation
The character’s ability to contort his body into whimsical shapes has opened up a treasure trove of meme potential. Some fans have already drawn comparisons between Mister Fantastic and One Piece’s Monkey D. Luffy due to his Elastic Strength ability. This playful connection has even inspired the modding community to create a One Piece-themed custom skin, despite recent crackdowns on modding by NetEase.
This humorous transformation into a “rubber bodybuilder” has sparked creativity among fans. For instance, X/Twitter user @BOOMERANG_117 shared their own artistic take, imagining a beardless version of Reed Richards, which was both unsettling and amusing.
Reflexive Rubber: A Silly Yet Powerful Move
One of the standout abilities of Mister Fantastic is his Reflexive Rubber skill. This move allows him to turn an enemy’s attack back on them, but the visual representation of this ability is often too silly to overlook. When activated, Mister Fantastic can grow to the size of a refrigerator, which naturally leads to humorous interpretations of what it looks like to navigate the battlefield in such a form.
As one Reddit user put it, “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.”
The Impact on the Community
While it’s still too early to tell if Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman will become fan favorites, their first weekend in Marvel Rivals has certainly left an impression. As Season 1 progresses, players can look forward to the addition of more characters from the Fantastic Four, including The Thing and Human Torch, slated for the latter half of the season. The anticipation surrounding their arrival raises hopes that they will make just as memorable an entrance.
Stay Connected with Marvel Rivals
As players dive deeper into the game, they can check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes and review official stats that reveal pick and win rates for both Quickplay and Competitive modes from Season 0. Don’t forget to stay updated on the latest Marvel Rivals codes for free skins, and participate in the community by voting on the strongest characters in the community tier list.
With so much excitement surrounding Mister Fantastic and the upcoming characters, the Marvel Rivals community is set to enjoy a season filled with fun and laughter.
Michael Cripe is a freelance contributor known for his work with various gaming outlets, including The Pitch, The Escapist, OnlySP, and Gameranx. Follow him on Twitter @MikeCripe for more updates.
