In Marvel Rivals, Mister Fantastic, or Reed Richards, is a unique character who doesn't fit into the usual categories like damage dealer, tank, or . Instead, he’s a flexible hybrid who can switch between these roles based on what’s needed during a match. His gameplay focuses on managing his "elasticity" meter, which powers his abilities and lets him grow bigger and stronger.

Mr. Fantastic in Marvel Rivals can stretch his attacks to control the battlefield, absorb damage, send it back to his enemies, and pull opponents together for extra damage. Playing as Mister Fantastic requires you to be adaptable, making smart use of his abilities while keeping an eye on his elasticity level. This makes him a bit challenging to master but very rewarding. He offers a mix of offensive and defensive skills, encouraging players to think creatively and stay proactive.

All Mister Fantastic Abilities

All Skills For Mr. Fantastic

Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals uses his stretching abilities for both attack and defense. His main move is a long-range punch that can hit enemies from a distance and deal damage when it comes back if he misses. He can also pull enemies together and slam them into each other to control the crowd. His dash ability lets him rush at enemies while creating a shield for himself and his teammates.

You can see the table of his abilities and how to do them below.

For defense, he can stretch his body to soak up damage and send it back to attackers, making him very effective against heavy damage. His ultimate move involves jumping into the air and hitting enemies multiple times. Additionally, he has ive skills that allow him to enhance his abilities by using them, eventually transforming into a stronger version of himself, giving him better shields and increased damage.

The downside of being stretchy is that he doesn't have as many abilities as others. However, that tradeoff isn't so significant when you start playing him because he's so good to use. Playing him well requires good management of his abilities and knowing when to switch between attacking and defending. However, he's probably going to be better than a good Jeff the Landshark build.

How To Use Mister Fantastic's Ultimate

What Button Activates Mr. Fantastic's Ability?

Mr. Fantastic's unique ability, called "Brainiac Bounce, " which is excellent for disrupting enemy groups and dealing damage in Marvel Rival. When he activates it with Q (L3+R3), he jumps into the air and slams down into a target area, causing damage and briefly slowing down any enemies in that zone.

A key part of this ability is the bounces that follow. After the initial slam, Mr. Fantastic can jump and slam down again, repeating this as long as he keeps hitting enemies. So, this is best done when they're close together so you can jump from one to another. It's always tempting to just use it when it's ready, but wasting the Ultimate ability is not a good idea here.

This ultimate attack lets Mr. Fantastic move around the battlefield and strike multiple foes while dealing damage. However, it's important to that he is vulnerable during this time and can still be attacked. To use this ability effectively, focus on hitting those slams for the best results and know when to stop using the ability to avoid taking too much damage from enemies.

Best Team Composition For Mister Fantastic

Best Teammates For Mr. Fantastic

Mister Fantastic has a special set of skills that let him fit into different team setups in Marvel Rivals, but he works best with heroes who his flexible style of play. He shines when teamed up with characters who can either take advantage of his ability to disrupt enemies or help cover his weaknesses.

Teams that include a good Venom build or Hulk are incredible because they create chances for Mister Fantastic to deal damage and control the fight. Pairing him with characters who can start fights and grab enemy attention lets him either protect his teammates or push forward aggressively, depending on what’s happening in the battle. If your allies don't pick those characters, then Punisher and Captain America are other great fighters.

Another good team setup includes a mix of damage dealers and heroes. In this case, Mister Fantastic acts as a strong shield at the front and uses his flexibility to protect teammates who deal damage or provide healing. Overall, he excels when his allies can create chaos for him to take advantage of and also keep him safe and healthy. While he may do a lot of damage on his own, he's a tank and can be very helpful to a tank.

Knowing the best team-ups and compositions in Marvel Rivals will help any player out. However, that you can't normally control what character other players will pick. So the best idea is to play Mr. Fantastic as best as possible.

Best Tips, Tricks, and Strategies For Winning With Mister Fantastic

How To Play Mr. Fantastic Well

To do well with Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals, it’s important to understand how his special elasticity ability works and use it wisely. One key tip is to keep an eye on your elasticity meter, which will help you decide whether to focus on reflecting damage with Reflexive Rubber or transforming into your powerful giant form.

Don’t just think about dealing damage, but use Reflexive Rubber to protect your allies from attackers by turning their attacks back on them. Try to target groups of enemies to make the most of your area-of-effect moves like Rubber Grip and Brainiac Bounce, which can lead to strong combos.

Be flexible in your playstyle and take on a tank role if your front-line fighter gets taken out, absorbing damage while your team gets into a better position. However, do not hold this role for long periods of time, or your squad will be wiped out. Know when to switch between attacking and defending, and don’t hesitate to play defensively or your team from the back if needed, especially against fast enemies.

Good positioning is essential, and you can also use your main attack to poke at or zone out enemies, thanks to its range. A good deal of practice in quick matches will help you get used to the character. By mastering these strategies and how to use your abilities, you can unlock Mister Fantastic's full potential and help your team win in Marvel Rivals.