Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time
James Stinson or Marshall Eriksen
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Why This Battle Matters
Who reigns supreme in the realm of humor, charm, and resilience? Is it James Stinson, with his stylish flair and razor-sharp wit, or Marshall Eriksen, the lovable giant whose heart just might be his greatest strength? This isn’t just a battle between two beloved characters from 'How I Met Your Mother'; it's a clash of philosophies. James, the epitome of cosmopolitan chic versus Marshall, the embodiment of small-town soul. The stakes? Cultural dominance and redefining what makes a character truly great. Choose wisely, as your favorite reflects not just who makes you laugh the hardest but who captures the essence of what you value in heroism and humanity.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Marshall Eriksen over James Stinson when it comes to the greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Marshall Eriksen 93.3% of the time over James Stinson.
Across all battles:
Marshall Eriksen win rate: 61.9%
James Stinson win rate: 34.6%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup such a big debate?
It's brother versus almost brother! James Stinson and Marshall Eriksen represent such different flavors of humor and heart in 'How I Met Your Mother.' The stark contrast in their roles — a recurring guest versus a main character — fuels passionate debates among fans.
Why is Marshall Eriksen winning by so much?
Marshall's mix of humor and heartfelt moments has fans voting in droves. Plus, his regular appearance as one of the main characters gives him a lot more screen time and moments for fans to fall in love with compared to James.
Who is better: James Stinson or Marshall Eriksen?
Right now in the Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters league on GoatWars, Marshall Eriksen is way ahead. Fans just can't get enough of his goofy charm and his big-heart moments really seem to win the day.