Marvel Rivals Fans are Stretching Mister Fantastic's Meme Potential to Its Limit

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 memes and humorous reactions from players.

His elastic powers, designed for both dueling and tanking, offer a versatile playstyle. However, his ability to contort his body into unusual shapes, particularly during his "Reflexive Rubber" move (which sees him inflate to refrigerator-sized proportions!), has proven incredibly meme-worthy. Comparisons to One Piece's Luffy are rampant, fueled by Mister Fantastic's "Elastic Strength" ability. This has even inspired the modding community to create a Luffy skin, despite NetEase's recent crackdown on mods. The sheer silliness of his transformations is a major source of amusement.

Even his appearance has become a target of playful mockery. Several fans, including @BOOMERANG_117 on X/Twitter, have shared humorous edits imagining Reed Richards without his signature beard.

Despite the comedic aspects, many appreciate Mister Fantastic's character design. One Reddit user praised his "stupid and silly and cheesy" nature, highlighting how well it complements the game's overall tone.

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— Wong Updates (@WongUpdates) January 12, 2025

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— The Different Nerd (@nerd_different) January 11, 2025

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— Boomer (@BOOMERANG_117) January 11, 2025

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While it remains to be seen if Mister Fantastic will become a long-term fan favorite, his debut has undoubtedly left a memorable mark. The arrival of The Thing and Human Torch in the latter half of Season 1 is highly anticipated, with hopes that they will make equally impactful entrances.

For more information, check out the Marvel Rivals Season 1 patch notes, official pick and win rates for Season 0, the latest Marvel Rivals codes for free skins, and our community tier list to vote on the strongest characters.