Mister Fantastic's Meme Potential Stretched to Limit by Marvel Rivals Fans
Marvel Rivals fans have just wrapped up an exciting weekend with the introduction of new playable characters, Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman. However, while the Invisible Woman has been well-received, some players are struggling to take Reed Richards, aka Mister Fantastic, as seriously as the rest of the hero lineup.
Mister Fantastic debuted with the launch of Season 1 on January 10, bringing his unique elastic abilities to the game. As a Duelist, Reed Richards can stretch and swing at enemies, either singly or in groups, and can also expand his body to serve in a more tank-like capacity. The community is still figuring out the optimal strategies for using Mister Fantastic effectively against the diverse roster of characters. In the meantime, many players are fixated on the humorous aspects of his design.
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Given his ability to contort into bizarre shapes, Mister Fantastic has quickly become a meme favorite. His Elastic Strength ability has drawn comparisons to Monkey D. Luffy from One Piece, leading to a surge in custom One Piece skins despite NetEase's efforts to curb modding. The humor of Reed Richards turning into a rubber bodybuilder has not gone unnoticed, and some fans, like X/Twitter user @BOOMERANG_117, have even envisioned him without his new beard, adding to the playful atmosphere.
Perhaps the most amusing element of Mister Fantastic's kit is his Reflexive Rubber ability. While it's a practical move that reflects damage back at enemies, the sight of Reed Richards inflating to the size of a refrigerator is undeniably comical. Reddit user --4RT3M15-- captured the sentiment perfectly, saying, "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."
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While it remains to be seen if Mister Fantastic and the Invisible Woman will become long-term favorites among Marvel Rivals fans, their debut has certainly made an impact. As Season 1 progresses, players can look forward to the addition of the rest of the Fantastic Four, with The Thing and Human Torch set to join the roster in the second half of the season. Their arrival is eagerly anticipated, and fans hope they'll bring just as much excitement and humor to the game.
In the meantime, players can dive into the Season 1 patch notes and review the official Marvel Rivals' pick and win rates for Season 0 in both Quickplay and Competitive modes. Don't forget to check for the latest Marvel Rivals codes for free skins, and participate in the community tier list to vote on the strongest characters in the game.
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