Greatest Villains of All Time
Norman Bates or Hannibal Lecter
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Why This Battle Matters
Could this be the ultimate showdown of psychological terror versus visceral horror? Hannibal Lecter and Norman Bates, two mastodons of the villain world, are squared off in an epic clash that delves deep into the anatomy of fear. Lecter’s cold, calculated menace contrasts sharply with Bates' volatile, fractured psyche, providing a stark mirror to our darkest fascinations. With cultural dominance at stake, this battle isn’t just about who’s the greater villain; it’s a referendum on what kind of darkness resonates more deeply within us. Which nightmare keeps you awake at night?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Hannibal Lecter over Norman Bates when it comes to the greatest Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Hannibal Lecter 70.6% of the time over Norman Bates.
Across all battles:
Hannibal Lecter win rate: 58.7%
Norman Bates win rate: 37.9%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Villains of All Time league?
Darth Vader holds the top spot in the Greatest Villains of All Time league. You can see the full rankings and how all the villains stack up on the GOAT List.
What makes Norman Bates so popular among fans?
Norman Bates has this haunting, boy-next-door vibe that really gets under your skin. Fans are drawn to the psychological depth of his character, rooted in his complex relationship with his mother. It's his subtlety and the slow unraveling of his psyche that keep fans intrigued.
Why is Hannibal Lecter currently leading against Norman Bates in the Greatest Villains of All Time league?
Hannibal Lecter's lead really comes down to his bone-chilling charisma and intellect, which seems to captivate fans more than Norman Bates' more subdued, eerie persona. Lecter's blend of sophistication and horror just resonates widely, making him a standout in fan votes.