Wizard's top 200 characters

Fugitoid Jones · 05-14-2008, 12:06 AM

Anyone who reads Wizard Magazine must've read their list of the top 200 comic characters ever created. Luckily, Raph made it on the list (I can't remember what number he was, but hey, someone from the TMNT universe made it on the list!). The reason I'm posting this, however, is because of my rage at the fact that Wolverine was ranked number 1.

Now, I like Logan as much as the next guy, I do. I think he's a great character and I like him a lot. But to say he's better than Spider-Man, Batman and Superman? What the hell is that about? I would definetly put him in the top 10, sure. But listing him as the single greatest character ever created in the history of comics? Lame.

But anyone who reads Wizard knows that the staff is primarily made up of Wolverine fanboys, so I think a heavy dose of bias was in play. I mean, when Wolverine is on pratically every cover (or at least every other), and ridiculous articles are dedicated to him, such as asking comic creators who would win in a fight, Wolverine or every other f'n character in comics today, it's a sure bet that theses donkeys would make Wolverine #1. Maybe if a TMNT fanboy like myself was on the staff, maybe I'd get Raph to be #2.

jaymq · 05-14-2008, 05:10 PM

57. Usagi Yojimbo

111. Raphael

And yea, have to agree with Wolverine at #1 being lame.

~~AquaParade~~ · 05-14-2008, 08:32 PM

Did they simply rank them, or did they give a little info on their choices? I'd love to see what they said about Raphael.

**Jo Dawn** · 05-14-2008, 08:34 PM

I miss reading Wizard...

*Ninjinister* · 05-14-2008, 08:39 PM

Where did the only comic character outside of the TMNT universe that I can still stand, Hellboy, rank?

jaymq · 05-17-2008, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by The S

Where did the only comic character outside of the TMNT universe that I can still stand, Hellboy, rank?

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Here's the full list, I didn't write it myself, found it elsewhere.

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*Ninjinister* · 05-18-2008, 10:24 PM

That list is ludicrous. Some characters (Snake-Eyes, Cobra Commander) aren't even technically comic characters, but are characters that appeared in comics. And I had to Google number six to find out who he was.

I am happy with Hellboy's spot, that wish that Usagi and Raph would have placed at least in the top 20.

~~AquaParade~~ · 05-18-2008, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by The S

That list is ludicrous. Some characters (Snake-Eyes, Cobra Commander) aren't even technically comic characters, but are characters that appeared in comics. And I had to Google number six to find out who he was.

I am happy with Hellboy's spot, that wish that Usagi and Raph would have placed at least in the top 20.

The list is pretty...meh in my opinion as well, although I assure you that #6 has earned his spot. Many others would agree.

Zog the Equalizer · 05-18-2008, 11:43 PM

The fact that Jason Todd is even on the least makes me disregard its credibility. Also Deadpool should have been in the Top 10

*Ninjinister* · 05-19-2008, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Noob-Saibot

The list is pretty...meh in my opinion as well, although I assure you that #6 has earned his spot. Many others would agree.

In my book, if The Question says he sucks, then that is indeed what is true. As a matter of fact, why didn't he even get on the list?

(I jest... I don't even know enough about that comic to judge #6).

*Spitfire* · 05-19-2008, 04:17 PM

Rorschach is on the list because not only is he from an Alan Moore comic, The Watchmen, that's won tons of awards, some for being the best Graphic Novel of all time, but there's a movie being made currently based off the comic.

I'm a bit baffled "The Maxx" is nowhere to be found on there and that "Howard The Duck" is even on the list.

*Sewer Bull* · 05-19-2008, 05:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Fugitoid Jones

Now, I like Logan as much as the next guy, I do. I think he's a great character and I like him a lot. But to say he's better than Spider-Man, Batman and Superman? What the hell is that about? I would definetly put him in the top 10, sure. But listing him as the single greatest character ever created in the history of comics? Lame.

Wolverine is just that badass, deal with it.

I wonder what makes Raph so damn superior to his brothers, tho'.

**GK Punk** · 05-19-2008, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by The S

In my book, if The Question says he sucks, then that is indeed what is true. As a matter of fact, why didn't he even get on the list?

(I jest... I don't even know enough about that comic to judge #6).

I got the reference if no one else did.

*Buslady* · 05-19-2008, 06:13 PM

Raph shoulda been #1 but ya know I'm biased.

Raph was 111 I think.

At least he made it.

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Originally Posted by Sewer Bull

Wolverine is just that badass, deal with it.

I wonder what makes Raph so damn superior to his brothers, tho'.

Cos he's the coolest badass and most interesting

LOL

Fugitoid Jones · 05-19-2008, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Sewer Bull
Wolverine is just that badass, deal with it.

I wonder what makes Raph so damn superior to his brothers, tho'.

Cos he's the coolest badass and most interesting LOL

Exactly.

Raphael is just that badass, deal with it.

*Kendamu* · 05-20-2008, 12:10 AM

Besides the obvious move of putting Raphael and Usagi in the Top 10, the only thing I'd change from what I read of that list would be to put Wolverine right underneath the Joker. I'd think about moving Superman down a bit out of personal opinion, but he's too much of a classic for me to rightfully do so.

*Sewer Bull* · 05-20-2008, 05:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Fugitoid Jones

Exactly.

Raphael is just that badass, deal with it.

Sorry, but repeating my jokes doesn't make you as cool as me.

Hmm... come to think of it, this rank is terribly American-centered. Barely any European or Japanese characters are present.

*Kendamu* · 05-20-2008, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Sewer Bull

Sorry, but repeating my jokes doesn't make you as cool as me.

Hmm... come to think of it, this rank is terribly American-centered. Barely any European or Japanese characters are present.

You're right. It makes him cooler.

It's all right, though. It's not like a lot of American characters get on Japanese comic lists.

*Drtooth* · 06-20-2008, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Sewer Bull

Sorry, but repeating my jokes doesn't make you as cool as me.

Hmm... come to think of it, this rank is terribly American-centered. Barely any European or Japanese characters are present.

You'd think at least Tin Tin would be on there. Or Asterix.

But hey. The Tick got in at 187 or something. That's good, I suppose.

*That Matt Guy* · 06-20-2008, 12:30 PM

why is moon knight's butler not on that list? rage rage rage

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05-14-2008, 12:06 AM	#1
Fugitoid Jones Stone Warrior Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: D'hoonib, VT Posts: 886	Wizard's top 200 characters Anyone who reads Wizard Magazine must've read their list of the top 200 comic characters ever created. Luckily, Raph made it on the list (I can't remember what number he was, but hey, someone from the TMNT universe made it on the list!). The reason I'm posting this, however, is because of my rage at the fact that Wolverine was ranked number 1. Now, I like Logan as much as the next guy, I do. I think he's a great character and I like him a lot. But to say he's better than Spider-Man, Batman and Superman? What the hell is that about? I would definetly put him in the top 10, sure. But listing him as the single greatest character ever created in the history of comics? Lame. But anyone who reads Wizard knows that the staff is primarily made up of Wolverine fanboys, so I think a heavy dose of bias was in play. I mean, when Wolverine is on pratically every cover (or at least every other), and ridiculous articles are dedicated to him, such as asking comic creators who would win in a fight, Wolverine or every other f'n character in comics today, it's a sure bet that theses donkeys would make Wolverine #1. Maybe if a TMNT fanboy like myself was on the staff, maybe I'd get Raph to be #2. __________________ "You are right, I have always known about man. From the evidence, I believe his wisdom must walk hand and hand with his idiocy. His emotions must rule his brain. He must be a warlike creature who gives battle to everything around him, even himself." -Dr. Zaius

05-14-2008, 05:10 PM	#2
jaymq Hench Mutant Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 435	57. Usagi Yojimbo 111. Raphael And yea, have to agree with Wolverine at #1 being lame.

05-14-2008, 08:32 PM	#3
~~AquaParade~~ Banned Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 8,450	Did they simply rank them, or did they give a little info on their choices? I'd love to see what they said about Raphael.

05-20-2008, 12:10 AM	#16
Kendamu Sewerhead Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,890	Besides the obvious move of putting Raphael and Usagi in the Top 10, the only thing I'd change from what I read of that list would be to put Wolverine right underneath the Joker. I'd think about moving Superman down a bit out of personal opinion, but he's too much of a classic for me to rightfully do so.

06-20-2008, 12:30 PM	#20
That Matt Guy Honey Bunches Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lone Star State Posts: 5,840	why is moon knight's butler not on that list? rage rage rage