Greatest Villains of All Time
Joker or Norman Bates
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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 64.7% of the time over Norman Bates.
Across all battles:
Joker win rate: 56.0%
Norman Bates win rate: 36.5%
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 why and who else he's up against on the GOAT List.
What makes Norman Bates so memorable among fans?
Fans are drawn to Norman Bates for his complex psychology and the eerie normalcy he portrays. His character, being both relatable and horrifying, taps into deep-seated fears which makes him a standout in horror.
Why is Joker beating Norman Bates in the Greatest Villains of All Time league?
Joker is leading because his chaotic charm and unpredictable nature resonate deeply with fans. He embodies the perfect blend of menace and dark humor, which just captivates people more compared to Norman Bates' more subtle, psychological terror.