Marvel Rivals Mister Fantastic guide: Abilities and how to play

Mister Fantastic is a brand-new hero introduced in Marvel Rivals with the Season 1 update. He's a Duelist with an aggressive playstyle. As Season 1 introduces the Fantastic Four, it is divided into two halves, each lasting six to seven weeks. In the first half, Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman have been added, while the Human Torch and The Thing will join in the second half.

As a new hero, many players may wonder about Mister Fantastic’s abilities and how to play him effectively in matches. We cover all his abilities in Marvel Rivals and offers tips for maximizing his potential in gameplay.

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All abilities of Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals

Mister Fantastic is a Duelist, as mentioned, but not a long-range hero. He can stretch his fists to attack enemies at mid-range, but this ability has a limited range. His kit includes abilities to inflate himself, counter enemy projectiles, and deal heavy damage. However, he is slightly challenging to master, as he has a three-star difficulty rating. Players will need some proficiency to unleash the full potential of his abilities in battle.

Mr Fantastic's abilities (Image via NetEase Games)

Ability	Effects
Stretch Punch (LMB)	Stretch out a forward punch to attack enemies.
Brainiac Bounce (Q)	Leap upward and smash the ground, slowing enemies within range. Can leap again upon landing a hit.
Reflexive Rubber (Left Shift)	Stretch body to absorb damage before launching stored damage in the targeted direction.
Flexible Elongation (E)	Gain a Shield, select a target, and dash towards them, dealing damage to enemies and granting a Shield to allies.
Distended Grip (RMB)	Extend arms forward to entangle an enemy, then press LMB to pull the hit enemy toward you, or select and yank another enemy, knocking them airborne against each other.
Passive ability: Elastic Strength	Using abilities generates Elasticity, boosting attack power. Reaching full Elasticity triggers an Inflated state that grants Shield and boosts even more damage.
Team-up ability: Wedded Harmony (C)	The Invisible Woman taps into her powers, channeling Psionic Might to fortify the entire Fantastic Four team. This formidable force bolsters Mister Fantastic, granting damage resistance. Once activated, they can continually generate Bonus Health, making up for lost Health with each passing moment.

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Tips for playing Mister Fantastic in Marvel Rivals

Mister Fantastic brings a unique and versatile kit to Marvel Rivals, making him an exciting yet challenging hero to master. His stretchy punches allow you to deal damage to multiple enemies by dragging them together, eliminating the need for precise aiming.

However, his Flexible Elongation (E) ability, which dashes you toward enemies, can be risky in groups, so it’s best to first use Distended Grip (RMB) to pull an enemy toward you and then follow up with Flexible Elongation for quick takedowns.

His passive ability, Elastic Strength, temporarily doubles his health and increases damage output, transforming him into a Vanguard-like character, but disables other abilities during this time. Activate this passive faster by landing normal punches and using Flexible Elongation frequently.

His ultimate, Brainiac Bounce, excels against groups of enemies, dealing AoE damage with up to six ground smashes if you connect hits. If paired with Invisible Woman, Mister Fantastic gains the Wedded Harmony team-up ability, which provides a shield and boosts damage resistance, making it ideal for aggressive plays.

His Reflexive Rubber (Left Shift) ability absorbs up to 300 damage over three seconds and returns it to attackers, making it a powerful defensive tool.

To fully utilize his potential, practice his abilities in training matches and try him in casual games before jumping into competitive play.

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