# Episode 23 - Ranking the Top 20 Anime Villains of All Time

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Podcast: [The Red Comet](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-red-comet-7144189)
Published: 2026-01-05T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://theredcomet.podbean.com/e/episode-24/
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Duration seconds: 7370

## Resource

Who’s the greatest anime villain of all time? 😈 In this episode of The Red Comet Podcast, we go head-to-head ranking and debating the Top 20 Anime Villains EVER — and things get heated. From legendary masterminds and unstoppable forces to tragic antagonists and pure chaos, no villain is safe from the tier list. We break down power, writing, motivation, impact, and legacy, argue over fan favorites, and make some very controversial calls. Expect wild takes, passionate debates, and moments where someone absolutely refuses to back down. ⚔️ In This Episode: The definitive Top 20 Anime Villains list Shocking placements & snubs What truly makes a villain iconic Heated debates you won’t see coming 💥 Do you agree with our rankings… or are we completely off? Drop your Top 5 anime villains in the comments and let us know who we disrespected 👀 👉 Like, comment, and subscribe for more anime debates, rankings, and culture talk from The Red Comet Podcast 🚀

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