MISTER FANTASTICREED RICHARDS • WORLD'S SMARTEST MAN • FANTASTIC FOUR LEADER
Reed Richards is the smartest man in the Marvel Universe—a genius scientist whose intellect rivals Doctor Doom's and whose elastic powers make him one of the most versatile heroes alive. As the leader of the Fantastic Four, Marvel's First Family, Reed has saved the universe countless times through science and sacrifice. Pedro Pascal is CONFIRMED to play Reed Richards in "Fantastic Four: First Steps" (2025), bringing this iconic character into the MCU at last.
CARD
#106
DEBUT
1961
FIRST
FF #1
DEMAND
ELITE+
AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY WATCH
CONFIRMEDReed Richards is CONFIRMED for the MCU via Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025). Pedro Pascal will play the world's smartest man. Reed's rivalry with Doctor Doom is one of comics' greatest conflicts—and with Doom as the villain of Avengers: Doomsday, Reed will be ESSENTIAL to defeating him. Only Reed's intellect can match Doom's genius. Expect Reed to be a central figure in both Doomsday and Secret Wars.
FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS
Pedro Pascal leads the Fantastic Four into the MCU. The film is set in an alternate 1960s timeline, establishing the team before they join the main MCU. Reed's genius and leadership will be crucial against Doctor Doom. His Illuminati connections and multiverse knowledge make him essential for Secret Wars.
INVESTMENT IMPLICATION
Fantastic Four #1 (first appearance) is a Silver Age mega-key worth tens of thousands. Pedro Pascal's star power ensures massive interest. Reed's rivalry with Doom makes this card ESSENTIAL for the Doomsday era. Expect values to surge as FF: First Steps approaches.
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2025 TOPPS MARVEL MINT
This premium trading card is part of the 2025 Topps Marvel Mint collection. Each card showcases Marvel's greatest heroes and villains with exceptional artwork and collectible value.
The World's Smartest Man
Reed Richards first appeared in Fantastic Four #1 (November 1961), created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. A child prodigy who attended college at 14, Reed became the world's foremost expert in multiple scientific fields. His fateful space mission—alongside Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm—exposed them to cosmic rays, transforming them into the Fantastic Four. Reed gained the ability to stretch his body into any shape.
Reed's genius is his greatest power. He's invented the Negative Zone portal, unstable molecules, time machines, and countless other technologies. He's a founding member of the Illuminati, the secret group of heroes who made universe-altering decisions. His relationship with Doctor Doom—former college roommate turned arch-nemesis—is one of comics' most complex rivalries.
Reed's greatest flaw is his obsession with science, which sometimes blinds him to the emotional needs of his family. His marriage to Sue Storm is one of comics' most enduring relationships. Their children, Franklin and Valeria, are among the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe. Reed has died, been replaced by evil variants (The Maker), and always returned to lead his family.
Powers and Abilities
ELASTIC POWERS
- Body stretching and reshaping
- Malleability (can flatten, expand)
- Shape-shifting into tools/weapons
GENIUS INTELLECT
- World's smartest human
- Master inventor and engineer
- Expert in physics, biology, chemistry
MCU: Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards
Pedro Pascal is CONFIRMED to play Reed Richards in "Fantastic Four: First Steps" (2025). The beloved actor—known for The Mandalorian, The Last of Us, and Game of Thrones—brings massive star power to Marvel's First Family. The film is directed by Matt Shakman and set in an alternate 1960s timeline, establishing the Fantastic Four before they join the main MCU.
Reed's MCU introduction is perfectly timed. With Doctor Doom as the villain of Avengers: Doomsday, Reed's rivalry with Victor Von Doom will be central to the story. In comics, Reed and Doom were college roommates whose friendship turned to hatred. Only Reed's intellect can match Doom's genius. Expect Reed to be a major player in both Doomsday and Secret Wars.
INVESTMENT ALERT: Mister Fantastic cards are ELITE Platinum tier investments. Fantastic Four #1 (first appearance) is a Silver Age mega-key. Pedro Pascal's star power and the Doom rivalry make this card ESSENTIAL. Values will surge as FF: First Steps approaches. Must-own for Doomsday era collectors.
Team Affiliations
FANTASTIC FOUR
Founder/Leader
ILLUMINATI
Founding member
FUTURE FOUNDATION
Founder
AVENGERS
Member
2025 Marvel Mint Collector Analysis
Card #106 Mister Fantastic is an ELITE Platinum tier card representing Marvel's smartest hero. Fantastic Four #1 (first appearance) is a Silver Age mega-key. Pedro Pascal's confirmed casting and the Doctor Doom rivalry make this card ESSENTIAL for the Doomsday era. Values will surge as FF: First Steps approaches.
PARALLEL CHASE
Blue parallels match his classic costume
INVESTMENT RATING
ELITE+ - Pedro Pascal casting + Doom rivalry