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What happens when a dream-stalking slasher faces off against a dark wizard with a penchant for immortality? On the surface, Freddy Krueger and Lord Voldemort cater to different brands of nightmares, but at their core, both manipulate deep-seated fears to maintain control. This GoatWars matchup isn't just a clash between the horror of Elm Street and the dark magic of Hogwarts; it's a battle over which villain has left a more indelible mark on the psyche of their audience. Who’s the greater master of fear? Your choice will redefine terror in the league of Villains of All Time.
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Freddy Krueger over Lord Voldemort when it comes to the greatest Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Freddy Krueger 54.5% of the time over Lord Voldemort.
Across all battles:
Freddy Krueger win rate: 37.7%
Lord Voldemort win rate: 55.7%
The matchup stirs up a lot of debates because it contrasts Freddy's visceral, fear-inducing horror against Voldemort's cold, calculated malevolence. Each character has a distinct style of terror that appeals differently to fans, making it a nail-biter of a battle.
Fans are drawn to Lord Voldemort for his sheer presence and the depth of his dark ambitions. He embodies the ultimate evil wizard, complete with a complex backstory and an unyielding quest for power, which resonates with a lot of fans of the darker side of fantasy.
It's neck and neck, but Freddy Krueger is currently edging out Lord Voldemort in the Greatest Villains of All Time league. Fans seem really split, possibly because Freddy's nightmare-inducing antics just slightly overshadow Voldemort's dark wizardry for some.