Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time
James Stinson or Ted Mosby

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JAMES STINSON

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TED MOSBY
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Why This Battle Matters

Could there be a more intriguing clash of philosophies than James Stinson versus Ted Mosby in the realm of How I Met Your Mother legends? Here we have the epitome of suave flamboyance squaring off against the quintessential romantic idealist. James, with his unapologetic flair and Ted, the architect of his own often-misguided love stories. What's at stake? More than just bragging rights; it’s about whose ethos captures the spirit of our times. Will fans lean towards audacious charm or the enduring appeal of heartfelt pursuits? Your preference might just reveal more about you than them.

🔥 Fan Takes

Honestly, why are we even debating this? Ted’s the heart of the story, James is just, I dunno, there?
Ted's like, the foundation of the whole show, no contest. You gotta respect the main man.
lol Ted over James any day, who even is James? 🤣 Ted’s our guy, classic love searcher.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Ted Mosby 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 Ted Mosby 79.5% of the time over James Stinson.

Across all battles:

Ted Mosby win rate: 49.7%

James Stinson win rate: 34.6%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time league?

Barney Stinson is topping the charts right now. You can check out how he's doing and see the full rankings on the GOAT List.

What makes James Stinson so popular despite trailing behind Ted Mosby?

James Stinson brings a unique flair and comedic relief to the show that fans adore. His charm, his surprising life twists, and his relationship with his brother Barney really make him a standout, memorable character.

Why is Ted Mosby winning by so much in his battle against James Stinson?

Ted Mosby is absolutely crushing it because fans really connect with his endless quest for love, his romantic gestures, and those hilariously long-winded stories. Plus, as the main character, he's pretty much front and center in every fan's memory!