The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

GoatWars fans rank Spock the greatest of all time among Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks, with a 73.3% Goatscore.

Chasing the crown: #2 Chewbacca (70.3%), #3 R2-D2 (Star Wars) (64.6%).

This GOAT List is based on 1,556 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of November 2, 2026.

Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks

Dive into the chaotic arena of the 'Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time' on GoatWars, where passions flare hotter than a lightsaber and loyalties are as deep as the mines of Moria. This isn't just about who carried the hero's bags or delivered the funniest one-liners—it's a full-on cultural clash. Fans go head-to-head over everything from the number of times R2-D2 saved the galaxy to the emotional depth of Samwise Gamgee's speeches. It’s the epic moments, the cultural impact, and yes, even the absurdly specific criteria like 'best alien hairstyle' or 'most poignant sacrificial scene' that fuel these fiery debates. Who knew arguing whether Spock’s logic beats Chewbacca’s raw strength could be so intense? Choose your champion wisely, because in this league, every pick is a battle statement.

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All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.

1. SPOCK

73.3% win rate

#1 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

2. CHEWBACCA

70.3% win rate

#2 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

3. R2-D2 (STAR WARS)

64.6% win rate

#3 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

4. HERMIONE GRANGER

53.9% win rate

#4 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

5. SAMWISE GAMGEE

53.6% win rate

#5 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

6. GROOT

51.4% win rate

#6 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

7. DONKEY

48.3% win rate

#7 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

8. DR. JOHN WATSON

45.2% win rate

#8 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

9. TONTO

41.2% win rate

#9 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

10. RON WEASLEY

39.1% win rate

#10 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

11. ROBIN

38.9% win rate

#11 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

12. GABRIELLE

31.2% win rate

#12 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

13. K-2SO

28.3% win rate

#13 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

14. HODOR

15.3% win rate

#14 Greatest Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks of All Time

GOAT List FAQs

Who is the greatest of all time among Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks?

GoatWars fans rank Spock the greatest of all time among Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks, with a 73.3% Goatscore.

How is the GOAT List calculated?

The GOAT List ranks every contender in Fantasy / Sci-Fi Sidekicks by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.

How many votes is this ranking based on?

This GOAT List is based on 1,556 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of November 2, 2026.