Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time
Shredder (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) or Joker (Batman: The Animated Series)

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SHREDDER (TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES)

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JOKER (BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES)
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Why This Battle Matters

What if Gotham's prince of chaos squared off against New York's ninja nemesis? In this epic showdown between Shredder and Joker, the battlefield couldn't be riper with contrasting ethos. Shredder, with his ironclad honor and martial prowess, slices through the shadows of crime, while Joker dances in the daylight of madness, wielding unpredictability like a weapon. The stake? Not just bragging rights but a reshaping of what cultural dominance in the realm of animated villainy looks like. So, what weighs heavier on the scales of villainy: calculated menace or unhinged anarchy?

🔥 Fan Takes

So we're just gonna ignore how Shredder basically ran a whole ninja gang? But Joker's monologues are lit 🔥
Honestly, I get the Joker hype but Shredder was my childhood nightmare. Those blades? Terrifying.
Shredder's cool but c'mon, Joker's chaos is iconic. No contest lol.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Joker (Batman: The Animated Series) over Shredder (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) when it comes to the greatest Cartoon Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Joker (Batman: The Animated Series) 100.0% of the time over Shredder (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles).

Across all battles:

Joker (Batman: The Animated Series) win rate: 100.0%

Shredder (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) win rate: 33.3%

Fan FAQs

Why do fans love Shredder from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

Shredder wins fans over with his menacing look and deep personal vendetta against the Ninja Turtles. His relentless pursuit of power and control over New York City, combined with his complexity as a villain, keeps fans rooting for him, even if he's the bad guy.

What makes the Joker from Batman: The Animated Series so popular?

Joker's popularity stems from his unpredictable nature and chilling humor. His iconic laugh and mind games not only make him Batman's perfect nemesis but also captivate the audience, making every episode he's in unforgettable.

Why is this matchup between Shredder and Joker so close in the Greatest Cartoon Villains of All Time League?

It's a real nail-biter because both Shredder and Joker have massive followings and iconic statuses in the cartoon world. Fans are split because of Shredder’s ruthless tactics versus the Joker's chaotic genius. Each villain resonates differently with fans based on their unique styles and histories.