Seong Gi-hun leads with 71% of votes
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Oh Il-nam, the enigmatic old man with a twist, squares off against Seong Gi-hun, the desperate everyman turned Season 1 champion. It's a classic case of cunning experience versus raw, desperate hunger for change, pitting Il-nam's mysterious maneuvering against Gi-hun's emotional and moral journey. Fans are fiercely divided; rooting for Il-nam pulls at the strings of nostalgia and the allure of the mastermind, while Gi-hun's fight from the bottom captures hearts rooting for redemption and resilience. Which side are you on: the architect of chaos or the champion of the people? Cast your vote and join the debate!
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Seong Gi-hun over Oh Il-nam when it comes to the greatest Squid Game Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Seong Gi-hun 71.4% of the time over Oh Il-nam.
Across all battles:
Seong Gi-hun win rate: 66.7%
Oh Il-nam win rate: 54.2%
The intense debate between fans of Seong Gi-hun and Oh Il-nam centers on their contrasting roles — the hero and the mastermind behind the scenes. Each has a unique appeal, whether it's empathy for Gi-hun's plight or fascination with Il-nam's scheming.
Fans are drawn to Oh Il-nam because of his mysterious aura and the pivotal role he plays in the plot, which comes with several jaw-dropping twists. His cunning and deceptive nature make him a memorable and discussed character.
Seong Gi-hun's wide lead stems from his relatable underdog story and his tremendous growth throughout the series. Fans really resonate with how he overcame his struggles and made morally complex decisions under pressure.