Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time
Azula (Avatar: The Last Airbender) or Gargamel (The Smurfs)
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Why This Battle Matters
Who reigns supreme in the cartoon villain universe: a sorcerer obsessed with capturing petite blue creatures or a teenage firebending prodigy with imperial ambitions? In the Cartoon Villains of All Time league, it's not just about evil—it's about style. Gargamel, with his slapdash spells and comical blunders, contrasts sharply against Azula’s calculated cruelty and chilling efficiency. This battle isn’t merely about who darkened more childhood TV screens; it's a clash of old-school antics against ruthless modernity. Which type of villainy resonates more deeply with our dark sides?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Azula (Avatar: The Last Airbender) over Gargamel (The Smurfs) when it comes to the greatest Cartoon Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Azula (Avatar: The Last Airbender) 75.0% of the time over Gargamel (The Smurfs).
Across all battles:
Azula (Avatar: The Last Airbender) win rate: 38.5%
Gargamel (The Smurfs) win rate: 36.6%
Fan FAQs
Why is the matchup between Azula and Gargamel in the Greatest Cartoon Villains league such a hot topic?
This matchup stirs up a lot of debate because it pits two very different villain styles against each other — Azula's calculating and psychological terror versus Gargamel's more traditional, slapstick villainy. Fans are deeply divided, making this a fascinating reflection of what qualities people value most in their cartoon antagonists.
What makes Gargamel a favorite among fans of 'The Smurfs'?
Fans have a soft spot for Gargamel primarily because of his unrelenting, yet often bumbling pursuit of the Smurfs. His over-the-top schemes and expressive frustration provide a kind of nostalgic humor that's endearing and entertaining, making him a memorable villain from many childhoods.
Why is Azula winning against Gargamel by such a wide margin in the Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time league?
Azula's massive lead likely comes from her complex character and remarkable strategic mind, which resonates deeply with fans of intense drama and psychological depth. Compared to Gargamel, whose antics are more comically villainous, Azula's chilling effectiveness and dynamic presence on screen really set her apart for fans.