8 Reasons Why The Riddler Is A Better Villain Than The Joker

Whichever way you look at it, the Joker is the definitive comic book villain. The big Kahuna. The irrepressible antagonist. He's in the same league of iconic bad guys like Darth Vader, Dracula, Voldemort and Joel Schumacher (jokes!). No matter the decade or occasion, the Clown Prince of Crime seems to constantly reinvent himself as Batman's greatest archrival time and time again. Consider him the proverbial yin to the Dark Knight's yang, so to speak.

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While other supervillains have some strange and ludicrous motives, the Riddler’s is pretty easy to figure out: he wants to be the smartest guy in the room at any given moment – and he never hides this fact. He strongly believes he already is a genius, and that’s why he puts together intricate plans to reaffirm his superiority to everyone else.

At the same time, this is his biggest downfall, since his ego dictates how he acts and reacts, but it’s admirable that he’s someone who aspires to be the best version of himself possible. Rather than sit on his laurels and accept that Batman and Robin will always defeat his masterful plans, he tries to better himself and prove that he truly is the best.

There are far too many rogues who don’t care what people think of them. Not Nigma. He wants it all and he wants it now. He’s no second-rate chump, demanding the respect he duly deserves. So, give it to him, or face the consequences of his wrath.

Tell us, do you think the Riddler is a better villain than the Joker? Let us know in the comments section down below.


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Sergio Pereira
SERGIO PEREIRA is a speculative fiction writer from Johannesburg, South Africa. He has a strong interest in comic books, film, music and comedy. When he's not reading or writing, he enjoys a game of Pro Evolution Soccer, watching football, catching up on films, and playing with his dog. His short stories have appeared in various magazines and anthologies, such as Devolution Z, Death Throes, Centum Press's 100 Voices, and Tales from the Lake: Vol. 3 from Crystal Lake Publishing.