Mr Fantastic is no ordinary duelist who can be seen firing bullets on all fronts. He’s a superhero who can stretch his body so much that he can smack his enemy across the map. He can bounce like a pinball, crashing into enemies and causing chaos, and still walk away like nothing happened – with more health than a Vanguard!
Whether you’re a fan of straight-up combat or want to enjoy running into enemies and causing mayhem, Reed Richards, aka Mister Fantastic, brings unmatched flexible action to Marvel Rivals. In this guide, we’ll learn about his special abilities, share some important tips, and help you fully master this rubbery hero.
Mr Fantastic special abilities in Marvel Rivals
In Marvel Rivals, Mr. Fantastic is considered a strong fighter based on paper stats, but in real life, he is a true vanguard. He can not only withstand the heaviest attacks, but also evade dangerous attacks with his cleverness. His defense capabilities are extremely strong, but people often underestimate his attack power.
A base health of 350 and a movement speed of 6 m/s make him a walking tank, capable of dodging enemies with crowd control skills and powerful utility. If you want to make the most of Mr. Fantastic, read the in-depth information about his skills and uses below.
Stretch Punch
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Mr. Fantastic’s main attacking ability is Stretch Punch, in which he can swing his flexible arm to hit enemies up to 15 meters away. Each punch deals up to 65 damage. There is no ammunition limit, meaning you can use it as many times as you want. If you swing a punch aimed at one enemy and move the crosshair slightly during the punch, it can also damage other nearby opponents—even if the first hit misses.
Distant Grip
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Mr. Fantastic’s alternate firing ability allows him to grab an enemy by extending his arms. He can either pull the enemy towards him or pick them up and slam them into another enemy or surface, throwing them into the air. This ability can deal up to 50 damage and has a reach of about 20 to 25 meters. When this attack hits, Mr. Fantastic also gains flexibility for a short time. You can use this skill to separate enemies from each other or disrupt a group of them by double grabbing at the right time.
Flexible Elongation
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One of Mr. Fantastic’s most useful frontline abilities is Elastic Extension. This skill allows him to move up to 15 meters faster—either dashing at enemies and causing 30 damage to them, or boosting teammates (even himself) by giving them 75 extra health. Additionally, this ability generates 20 elasticity, reduces enemies’ speed by 35% and has an 8-second cooldown, plus two usable charges. You can use it to launch an attack, protect your team, or escape a difficult situation.
Reflexive Rubber
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One of Mr. Fantastic’s most powerful defensive abilities is Reflexive Rubber. When this skill is activated, he goes into a flexible, shock-absorbing state for 3 seconds, allowing him to absorb up to 300 damage from enemy attacks. During this time, his speed is slowed by 35%, but he sends 60% of the accumulated damage back in the direction of enemies as an energy projectile. Interestingly, he is completely immune to crowd control during this time. The cooldown time for this ability is 12 seconds.
Elastic Strength
This is Mr. Fantastic’s passive ability that builds up elasticity when he uses his skills. When elasticity reaches 100, he enters a special inflated form for 6 seconds. In this state, he gains 400 extra health, more damage power, and 20% more speed. Keep in mind, he cannot use Reflexive Rubber in this form, so decide when to activate it strategically, whether you are on an offensive attack or needing to defend.
Mr. Fantastic’s Ultimate Move: Brainiac’s Bounce Explodes
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The most exciting moment when playing Mr. Fantastic in Marvel Rivals is when he uses his Ultimate Ability, Brainiac’s Bounce. This powerful move throws Mr. Fantastic into the air and then crashes down to the ground with such force that enemies within 10 meters of him suffer massive damage.
The specialty of this move is that each hit reduces enemies’ speed by 10%, up to a maximum of 60%. Each time he hits an enemy, additional damage is also added, and this process can be repeated up to six times. But it’s worth noting that the next bounce is only possible if he hits an enemy—so being in the right place is a must.
To make this skill more effective and durable, use it in inflated mode, which gives Mr. Fantastic extra health and better survivability.
Mister Fantastic’s Team Abilities and Strategies
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When Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic) teams up with Su, he gains the Fantastic Four’s special team-up perk. In this perk, he gains a special ability called “Wedded Harmony” that increases his durability for 5 seconds. During this period, he gains resistance to damage and the damage he takes is converted into additional health at a 1:1 ratio. This allows him to stay in the fray and regain some of the lost health — especially if your shields are down.
Tips and Tricks for Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals
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If you like to lead the charge on the field, playing Mister Fantastic on the frontlines will be ideal for you. While many heroes may be more effective in competitive mode, Mister Fantastic is a great choice for casual mode or for varied gameplay. But if you want to play it right, these tips can increase your chances of winning:
- Stack shields to strengthen defense: Combining the “Flexible Elongation” and “Inflated” passives allows you to stack defensive shields. Reach 950 HP by using both charges of Elongation at the right time — this allows you to better withstand enemy ultimates.
- Use ‘Reflexive Rubber’ against ultimate attacks: This ability protects you from crowd control and rebounds up to 60% of damage back at the opponent. Use it strategically against burst dealers like Scarlet Witch or Iron Man.
- Use the ‘Rubber-in-Chain’ combo to protect the team: Dash to protect teammates and immediately activate Reflexive Rubber. This allows you to turn yourself into a strong frontline sponge that soaks up damage for the team.
- Don’t activate ‘Inflated’ before stun or ultimate: Only activate your Elastic Power (inflated form) when you’re in a big team fight or have a secure position. You can’t use Reflexive Rubber in this form.
- Get a quick charge from cleave attacks: Focus the “Stretch Punch” on grouped enemies. It replenishes your ultimate energy faster while damaging more enemies.
- Be careful with range and burst characters: Mr. Fantastic can prove to be weak against long-range snipers and fast burst dealers, especially when he’s in inflated form. So always take coverage or stick with team support.
Best team combinations for Mr. Fantastic
Mr. Fantastic’s true strength lies in his versatile roles — he can be a great frontliner, controller, and duelist. He becomes even more deadly when paired with characters that complement his abilities.
Hela: Mr. Fantastic’s constant presence and Hela’s long-range burst damage balance each other out really well. Hela deals heavy damage from the backline while Reed takes the attack from the front.
Magneto: These two have similar range and tanking capabilities. Mr. Fantastic’s crowd-control and Magneto’s strong defense combine to create an unstoppable frontline.
Winter Soldier (Bucky): Both are great at mid-range combat and their synergistic movement keeps teamfights cohesive. Mr. Fantastic’s “Flexible Elongation” also gives Bucky bonus health, allowing him to last longer in battles.
Invisible Woman: is a perfect pairing for Mister Fantastic in the Strategist slot. Her “Wedded Harmony” team-up ability pairs perfectly with his ult stat, making her a powerful shield and crowd control wall. Her association with Cloak and Dagger provides map-level utility, invisibility, and fast attack readiness, making this team not only have strong tanking capabilities but also highly flexible. That’s why this is a high-tier team combination for Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals.
The Best Counters to Mr. Fantastic in Marvel Rivals
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Mr. Fantastic can dominate a match thanks to his long-range control abilities and massive health pool, especially when backed up by strategic support players. However, his lack of burst damage and agility, as well as his reliance on mid-range, make him a clear candidate to counter. If you want to beat him, here are three strong options — one from each role:
- Winter Soldier: Mr. Fantastic is weak in close combat, and that’s where Bucky excels. His Bionic Hook ability pulls Fantastic in and eliminates his mid-range advantage. Once in close, Winter Soldier’s fast combo strikes can quickly drain Mr. Fantastic’s overhealth. Make sure Bucky has two or more skills ready before starting the fight so he doesn’t get countered.
- Groot: Groot’s abilities eliminate Mr. Fantastic’s long-range advantage. Her Ironwood Walls and Thornlash Barricades block stretch attacks and create persistent barriers. Groot can not only isolate Fantastic from his team, but also block healing support, and slowly deplete his health through AoE damage. Her strong body and low cooldown make her an ideal frontline tank.
- Luna Snow: With AoE damage and control abilities, Luna Snow becomes a tough challenge for Mr. Fantastic. Her ultimate ‘Fate of Both Worlds’ heals the team, which can neutralize Fantastic’s splash damage. Also, her crowd control abilities limit Mr. Fantastic’s movement, making him unable to close gaps or save allies. Her fast movement allows him to retreat when needed, making her a safe support option.
That’s our Marvel Rivals Mr. Fantastic guide, which will help you win over opponents. Still have any questions about this hero? Ask your question in the comments below.
