Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time
Hodor or R2-D2
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Why This Battle Matters
Imagine a battlefield where the clash isn't just about brawn but about the spirit of loyalty itself. On one side, you have R2-D2, the beeping, intrepid droid whose savvy in the Star Wars saga has saved skins more times than a Jedi can wield a lightsaber. Opposite, stands Hodor, a character whose depth was cloaked in a single name until a heart-wrenching reveal flipped our view of heroism on its head. This isn't just a face-off between backgrounds; it's a cultural tug-of-war over what defines a sidekick. Does greatness come from the complexity of action or the purity of sacrifice? Your lean on this question shapes the fate of this epic standoff.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer R2-D2 over Hodor when it comes to the greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick R2-D2 86.5% of the time over Hodor.
Across all battles:
R2-D2 win rate: 64.9%
Hodor win rate: 15.3%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time league?
The top spot currently belongs to Chewbacca! You can check out how he and other beloved sidekicks are ranked on the GOAT List.
What’s the scoop on fans adoring Hodor despite him trailing in the votes?
Fans have a deep emotional connection with Hodor. His loyalty and the big, heartbreaking reveal of his backstory really resonated with viewers. He might be behind in the votes, but those who support him are fiercely passionate!
Why is R2-D2 winning by so much in the Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time league?
R2-D2 is crushing it probably because everyone loves a hero that’s also an underdog—er, underdroid? Plus, his iconic beeps and boops and his central role in the Star Wars saga have won the hearts of fans worldwide, giving him a huge nostalgia boost!