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Mr. Fantastic (Reed Richards)

Mr. Fantastic
Artwork for the cover of Fantastic Four vol. 5, 52 (Apr, 2002)Art by Mike Wieringo.

Mister Fantastic (Reed Richards) is a Marvel Comics superhero, a member of the Fantastic Four. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist/co-writer Jack Kirby, he first appeared in Fantastic Four #1 (November 1961).

Possessing a mastery of mechanical engineering, chemistry, all levels of physics, and human and alien biology, Richards is one of the most intelligent human beings in the Marvel universe. He is the inventor of the spacecraft bombarded by cosmic radiation on its maiden voyage, granting the Fantastic Four their powers. Richards gained the ability to stretch his body into any shape he desires.

Mr. Fantastic is the leader of the Fantastic Four, although his methodical manner sometimes makes him seem cold and distant to his teammates, particularly best friend the Thing, who somewhat blames Richards for his transformation into a large, rocky creature. He is,  however, the loving husband of the Invisible Woman and mentor of the Human Torch.

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Reed Richards, Mr. Fantastic
Medium humanoid (Water)
Wounds42 WP, 228 VP (24d8+96)
Initiative+7
Speed30 ft.
AC27 (+2 Dexterity, +15 natural), touch 28, flat footed 25
Base Attack/Grapple+18/+60
AttackSlam +25 melee (3d6+2)
Full AttackSlam +25/+20/+15/+10 melee (3d6+2)
Space/Reach150 ft. /150 ft.
Special
Attacks
None
Special
Qualities
Damage reduction 40/magic, elasticity, immune to force, level 9 intellect, magic confusion, psychic resistance, scientific genius
SavesFort +20, Ref +18, Will +26
AbilitiesStrength 15, Dexterity 14, Constitution 18, Intelligence 29, Wisdom 20, Charisma 18
SkillsBluff +14, Climb +12, Computer Use +47, Craft (chemical) +57, Craft (electronic)+57, Craft (mechanical) +57, Craft (pharmaceutical) +57, Craft (structural)+57, Decipher Script +43, Demolitions +33, Diplomacy +23, Disguise +19, Escape Artist +42, Intimidate +8, Jump +12, Knowledge (art) +38, Knowledge (behavioral sciences) +48, Knowledge (business) +43, Knowledge (civics) +48, Knowledge (current events) +38, Knowledge (earth and life sciences) +57, Knowledge (history) +55, Knowledge (physical sciences) +57, Knowledge (tactics) +38, Knowledge (technology) +55, Navigate +28, Pilot +7, Repair +47, Research +47, Search +28, Sense Motive +15, Spot +15, Survival +9, Swim +12, Treat Injury +22
FeatsBuilder (x2), Educated, Gearhead, Improved Toughness, Iron Will, Medical Expert, Surgery
Epic FeatsEpic Fortitude, Epic Will
Climate/TerrainNew York City
OrganizationSolitary (unique); or with Fantastic Four (team)
Challenge Rating24
TreasureNone
AlignmentLawful Good

Elasticity

Richards has the ability to stretch and manipulate his physical form on the molecular level. His entire body is seemingly composed of an elastic compound allowing him to reform himself nearly any way he sees fit. He has used this in a multitude of ways. All changes are free actions.

  • He can increase his natural reach by up to 30 times, allowing him to attack enemies up to 150 ft. away.
  • Reed takes no damage from falls
  • Reed can increase his body mass to match that of the Thing, granting him increased Strength. While increasing his mass Reed receives up to +20 bonus to his Strength score.
  • Reed can pass through any gap or hole, by reducing himself to a nearly liquid state if need be.
  • Reed can escape from nearly any grapple with ease. Reed receives a +40 bonus to all grapple checks and Escape Artist checks.
  • Remake his face or body to appear as someone else or an object. Reed can be considered to duplicate a polymorph effect at will and receives a +15 bonus on Disguise checks.
  • Transfer his mass into his hands, allowing him to make them into hammers for unarmed attacks. He gains a slam attack while doing so for 3d6 melee damage with a +5 bonus to attack rolls.
  • Any projectile attacks aimed at Reed can be reflected back at their source as if with the original attack roll -5. These attacks inflict the original damage +5.
  • Reed is extremely quick due to his body moving without friction. He receives a +5 bonus on Initiative checks and Reflex saves.
  • Reed can stretch himself out allowing him to Climb, Jump, and Swim with more proficiency then any normal human. He receives a +10 on these checks.
  • Reed can make a constriction attack against any enemy whom he grapples. He inflicts 3d6+3 damage when he does so.

Level 9 Intellect

Richards receives a +9 bonus on Intelligence checks, Intelligence-based skill checks and the DC of any Intelligence-based abilities.

Magic Confusion

Reed cannot fathom magic as an aspect of science. He receives a -20 penalty on all checks that relate to any circumstance involving magic.

Psychic Resistance

Reed’s highly developed brain grants him resistance to psychic attacks. He receives a +5 bonus on all saves against psychic assault and a +10 bonus to save vs. mind affecting attacks.

Scientific Genius

Reed is a genius in all forms of the word. He has proven to be one of the two smartest beings on Earth, and more intelligent then many cosmic beings. He posseses a natural aptitude beyond even his intelligence towards scientific pursuits and devices. Reed receives a +10 bonus on all Craft and Knowledge checks.

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