In the world of Marvel Rivals, Mister Fantastic emerges as the latest hero, joining forces with the Invisible Woman in Season 1. As a three-star Duelist, Mister Fantastic features complex mechanics that allow him to absorb damage and convert it into increased firepower. Players familiar with Magneto will likely grasp his playstyle quickly. Below, we’ll explore how to effectively utilize Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals, helping you dominate the competition with the Fantastic Four and secure those crucial KOs.
Mister Fantastic’s Abilities in Marvel Rivals
Here’s a rundown of Mister Fantastic’s abilities in Marvel Rivals, along with tips on how to leverage them during battles:
- Stretch Punch (R2/RT): A basic attack, this long-range punch delivers solid damage at a steady pace. There’s no ammo limit or reload time, enabling continuous strikes.
- Reflexive Rubber (R1/RB): Absorb up to 275 damage from all sources for a short period and return it toward your target. It’s particularly effective against snipers like Hawkeye and Black Widow, allowing you to counterattack quickly.
- Flexible Elongation (L1/LB): Dash towards a chosen enemy or ally while gaining a shield. Hitting an enemy inflicts damage, and striking an ally grants them a shield. It’s a great mobility option, though not a devastating attack.
- Distended Grip (L2/LT): Entangle an enemy with one arm, either dragging them towards you or slamming them against another enemy in midair. While it doesn’t deal significant damage, it’s a useful crowd control tactic.
- PASSIVE: Elastic Strength: Each ability generates “Electricity,” shown on your reticule. This Electricity boosts melee damage, and hitting 100 grants a temporary surge in Shield and power. For about five seconds, you’ll transform from a Duelist to a Vanguard.
- TEAM UP: Wedded Harmony (O/B): When partnered with The Invisible Woman, Mister Fantastic receives a temporary shield that enhances health and damage resistance.
- ULTIMATE: Brainiac Bounce (L3+R3): Jump into the air, slamming down for a large area effect that slows enemies. If you damage an opponent, you can bounce again, making it effective for dealing with groups or wearing down tougher foes.
Playing as Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals
Mister Fantastic is a unique character within Marvel Rivals, blending melee damage, crowd control, and tanking abilities. With 350 health, he’s not the most robust hero on paper, making it essential to utilize skills like Reflexive Rubber and Flexible Elongation to enhance your survivability. Fortunately, his synergy with team-ups enhances his effectiveness when facing opposition head-on.
The most effective strategy for playing Mister Fantastic is to maintain a medium-range distance, using his long reach to inflict damage, separate enemies, and build Electricity. Since his mobility is limited, positioning yourself behind a tank and dealing damage from a safe distance can be advantageous. Use Distended Grip to break up enemy formations or pull weaker foes into your reach.
However, staying too far back isn’t advisable, as your strongest abilities—Elastic Strength and Brainiac Bounce—are best suited for close encounters. Capitalize on opportunities to dash forward with Flexible Elongation and take on the enemy team, particularly when they are tightly grouped.
Ultimately, Mister Fantastic excels in defending objectives, making him a valuable asset in teams focused on halting objectives rather than pursuing aggressive attacks.
Curious about the upcoming characters joining the game, like the Human Torch and the Thing? Check out our comprehensive list of all upcoming Marvel Rivals characters!