Greatest Villains of All Time
Norman Bates or Joker
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Why This Battle Matters
Who terrifies the cultural zeitgeist more profoundly? In one corner, the anarchistic maestro of chaos, Joker, whose shroud of madness captivates and horrifies; in the other, the chillingly quiet Norman Bates, a lurking embodiment of personal demons and psychological horror. This battle isn't merely about who unnerves us the most—it's an examination of our collective nightmares. Will we embrace the overt spectacle of terror, or the creeping dread of the unsettlingly familiar? Your preference in this showdown will reveal what really keeps you up at night.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Joker over Norman Bates when it comes to the greatest Villains of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Joker 57.1% of the time over Norman Bates.
Across all battles:
Joker win rate: 54.8%
Norman Bates win rate: 37.4%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender in the Greatest Villains of All Time league on GoatWars?
Darth Vader holds the top spot in the Greatest Villains of All Time league. Check out how he stacks up against other legendary baddies on the GOAT List.
Why is this matchup such a big debate in the Greatest Villains league?
Joker and Norman Bates are iconic in very different ways. Joker's flamboyant evil contrasts sharply with Bates' chilling, quiet menace. Fans are deeply divided, appreciating the unique brand of villainy each brings to the table, making every vote a testament to diverse tastes in antagonist styles.
Who is better: Joker or Norman Bates?
Currently, the Joker is leading Norman Bates in the Greatest Villains of All Time league on GoatWars. Fans seem to resonate more with the Joker's chaotic charisma and iconic moments in film and comics.