Welcome back to Feats N’ Faults as we take a look at all those other Bens in the Ben 10 series. There is a surprising number of Bens that show up throughout the series. I will not be looking at other versions of Ben connected to the prime timeline, such as the real Ben 10,000 or the younger version from Omniverse. Instead, we will be looking at all those Bens and Gwens that have made an appearance in some way. We will be looking at Mad Ben, Benzarro, Gwen 10, Ben 10,000 (alternate timeline), Ben 23, Nega Ben, Bad Ben, Deefus Veeblepister, and No Watch Ben.

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9th Place, Deefus Veeblepister: -1 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

Deefus is basically the radio/movie star of the Ben 10 Universe. Ben’s exploits are exaggerated, and the aliens he uses are made up and sold to a mass market in other galaxies. Deefus is a mudpuppy that can shapeshift into any form and uses that to portray this alternate version of Ben. While he has the potential to be a force of good, he is a coward and a wimp. This unfortunate combination is why he is in the negatives and the worst Ben in the multiverse.

8th Place, Bad Ben: 0 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

8th-6th Place is a tie since they never had a chance to achieve anything in the episodes they were in. They wrestled to create a spectacle rather than flesh out their characters. These set dressings, Ben’s, and Gwen were fun but never came close to their counterparts.

7th Place, Nega Ben: 0 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

6th Place, Gwen 10: 0 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

5th Place, Benzarro: 2 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

Benzarro broke into the leaderboard and earned himself a couple of feats. He beat an alternate Ben and blew up a car. While that is not too impressive considering the Omitrix in his possession, at least he did better than the previous three.

4th Place, Ben 23: 5 FN’F Score (2013-2014) 5 ep.

Ben 23 is a version of Ben who never had his Grandpa Max’s guidance. This causes Ben to become very materialistic and uses his powers for good, but mostly to make money and be popular. He never learned those valuable lessons that turned him into the universe’s greatest hero. Speaking of, he earned two faults by eating Azmuth and accidentally finding the Ket of time for Maltruent. But at least he was able to help Ben Prime in the Mad Max version of his reality. This Ben has potential.

3rd Place, Ben 10,000 (AT): 7 FN’F Score (2006-2007) 2 ep.

This is an alternate version of Ben 10,000 from the original run of the show. Ben’s future was changed after Ben experienced it, and he and our Ben 10,000 even have a conversation about it. That means Ben 10,000 (AT) had only two episodes to prove himself, yet still outscored the other Bens.

2nd Place, Mad Ben: 8 FN’F Score (2014) 4 ep.

Mad Ben was the most successful of the evil Ben's. He was able to take over his entire town and even enslaved the population. This post-apocalyptic, Australian Ben would have scored much higher if only we had more time with him.

1st Place, No Watch Ben: 389 FN’F Score (2014) 2 ep.

Woah, look at that point jump! In 2 episodes, this version of Ben, without an Omnitrix, was able to score higher than most characters we have covered! This is exactly what I mean by there are two ways to play this game: either have a long show or achieve the incredible. This Ben achieved the heights that Feats N’ Faults can track. In these episodes, he saved the Multiverse, restarted the main timeline, saved a universe, and took out the big bad Vilgax in the first outing with the Omnitrix. This Ben started with no watch, but he was the hero that the Multiverse needed. Goes to show that Ben Tennyson is a force to be reckoned with even without his Omnitrix.

With a score like that, this No Watch Ben has entered the top 25 and even outscored characters like The Master from Doctor Who and Darth Vader from Star Wars. What a hero!

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(-The film discussed in this review contains racist portrayals and stereotypes that are offensive and distressing. While these elements are examined in their historical context, readers should be aware that they are a significant part of the film.-)

We are back in the DC Universe to take a look at one of the first live-action properties they ever produced. The Batman 1943 Serial is an interesting piece of cinema and comic history. While the obvious racism can’t be ignored, the rest of the series is pretty fun. It shows a less competant batman than we are used to, but it is a fascinating ride nonetheless. Today we will follow the dynamic duo themselves, Batman & Robin, their trusty comic-relief butler, Alfred, and the mastermind behind it all, Prince Daka.

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4th Place, Alfred: -3 FN’F Score (1943) 15 ep.

This version of Alfred is the least competent version I have ever seen. This is accurate to all the characters, but especially Alfred. Alfred has been canonically in the Secret Service, fought in wars, and even become the Joker; however, this Alfred has trouble completing simple tasks. His lack of Feats is evident. Alfred was in all 15 episodes and only caused more trouble than he was worth. The man literally pulled out a gun, closed his eyes, and began to shoot in a room where Robin and Batman were fighting. He almost killed Robin! Not a very trusty butler.

3rd Place, Robin (Dick Grayson): 8 FN’F Score (1943) 15 ep.

While Robin lost most of the fights he’s been in, at least he did not almost kill Batman. Instead, he saved him on multiple occasions. Batman almost died a lot in this series. He was almost crushed by an elevator, run over by a train, eaten by crocodiles, and crushed between spike walls. Robin was able to keep him from most of these deadly fates. While Batman was lucky, Prince Daka was not. While he may have been a villain, Robin broke Batman’s golden rule and straight-up killed Daka. Not only did he kill him, but he also dropped him into a pit of gators. That’s brutal, dude!

Also, how does this kid breathe through his nose? That has to be one of the worst-looking masks of all time. But that does explain why Robin lost almost every fight he was in; they heard him trying to catch his breath in the shadows.

2nd Place, Prince Daka: 15 FN’F Score (1943) 15 ep.

Oh boy, cue the horrible racism of 1940s America. We will get into this more in the review, but yes, Daka is an Irishman with bad makeup and taped-up eyes. Is it incredibly insensitive? Yes, but for us, this is a character in this universe, and we will save the racist aspects for the review.

Prince Daka is a spy who has infiltrated the US and is carrying plans to overthrow the country. His biggest weapons are his disintegrator gun and his mind-control abilities. With these incredible achievements, he slowly begins to take over key members of the town and begins to hunt down and steal radium. In particular, he captured and took control of Batman’s fiancée.

His biggest fault was failing to kill Batman when he had the chance. But there is an aspect of Daka that I found interesting. Daka beat Batman in almost every episode of this serial. His men said they blew him up or watched him die countless times. Because of this, Daka assumed there must be many Batmen and that they were all part of another secret organization. I’ve never seen a villain take this perspective, and I thought it was a very plausible theory if I were in his position. Unfortunately, in the end he was fed to his own gators by a child in spandex panties. What a way to go.

1st Place, The Batman: 21 FN’F Score (1943) 15 ep.

In first place is the first live-action portrayal of Batman, played by Lewis Wilson. When I said Robin was incompetent, that does not even begin to describe this Batman. he does eventually win in the end, but every episode had Batman encounter the same group of thugs, and in every episode he lost to them and almost died. In this era, a cliffhanger ended every episode to draw you back to the theater the next week. This did Batman no favors, as it caused him to lose every fight. He is not particularly smart, stealthy, or a good fighter. An example of this is his fault. He fell for and got knocked out by a trap he knew was coming and even bragged about not falling for it. This Batman has tenacity, and that’s about it.

Another interesting aspect is that this Batman worked for the government as a secret agent. He received orders from them and acted in their interest. This alone makes this variant stand out from the pack, as Batmen are usually loners or anti-establishment.

When it comes to feats, his greatest was disarming a bomb to save a train full of passengers. Besides that, it is your standard affair. Takes out some goons, saves his fiancée, and saves Robin. Not a standout showing for the Caped Crusader’s first outing.

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Batman 1943 Serial: 4/10

Ok, we need to talk about the racism. Yes, this is 1943 America, and yes, this takes place right after Pearl Harbor. However, we know better, as they should have known back then. The racism and prejudice are so thick in this film that it is almost humorous with how wrong it is. Here is a link to how the first episode opens up; be warned, the propaganda is thick in this one.

It does show us a good snapshot of this time in the country. Fear was high as we were being pulled into a world war. The government used this fear, and we treated our asian population horribly. Unfortunately, I can see that we never learned our lesson.

Once we get around the racism, we can look at the episodes themselves. I am no stranger to serials; I actually really enjoy them and even covered some like The Black Whip on Feats N’ Faults already. I find the sped-up fighting funny and impactful, the low budgets charming, and the cliffhangers a joy. However, the soundtrack really betrays this serial. They either play nothing or the same part of a classical song for every scene. No whimsy or emotion, just straight panic and action for everything. The fight choreography is not the best either. For a superhero brawler, I was expecting more, but I’ve seen much better fight scenes in just about every Western. There is a fun scene with a car that changes color to get away from Batman and a scene where Batman uses a grappling hook, but that is all the comic book stuff in the serial. Even back then, they had a hard time leaning into the goofy aspects.

On a more interesting note, the atmosphere they created, vehicles, and architecture scream Batman: The Animated Series. I wonder how much influence this had on its art direction. Unfortunately, the prejudice, poor choreography, bad score, and lack of utilization of the Batman brand cause this serial to be an interesting piece of history but not a piece that I will ever return to.

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We are starting our journey into the world of the Power Rangers with one of the most underwhelming entries in the series, but hey, you gotta start somewhere. I believe that some Rangers have a high potential to morph into the top of our leaderboard, but not so much these ones. Today, we are covering the 2017 Power Rangers Lionsgate movie. Saying I was pumped for this film is an understatement, but we will get into those aspects in the review. First, we will be analyzing the Red, Yellow, Blue, Black, and Pink Rangers from PR2017, as well as Rita Repulsa and Zordon.

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8th Place, Zordon: 1 FN’F Score (2017) 1 Movie

Zordon is very different in this film than in the original series. Instead of just a floating head of words of wisdom and insight, this Zordon was also a war veteran and a former Red Ranger. Now, his entire squad has died, including himself, but that just gives him a more interesting backstory.

Now, does that mean I like this Zordon? Actually, I do. I think Brian Cranston does a good job of playing this darker, conflicted version of the character. The backstory helps to connect Zordon to the Rangers and raise the stakes. The weird wall blocks are a fun way to visualize the character. However, I wish the film were not embarrassed by its campy roots and instead embraced them.

7th Place, Pink Ranger (Movie): 9 FN’F Score (2017)

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The Pink Ranger is in last place, but in Kimberly’s defense, it is not by much. Like the others, Kimberly learned how to morph and defeated a couple of Puttys, but she made some bad decisions at the beginning of the film. betraying her friends’ trust and sending some crude photos was what put her at the bottom of the tier list. She might be tied overall with her other teammates, but this fault breaks the tiebreaker and lands her in last place.

6th Place, Black Ranger (Movie): 9 FN’F Score (2017)

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The Yellow and Black Rangers performed the exact same feats at different times. Their personalities may be a bit different, but on paper, they are identical. Even thinking back, these rangers just blend in with the story but never come out to showcase what they can offer to the squad overall. While I feel for these Rangers because they only got one film and their tenure was cut short, that does not excuse the fact that they did not even reach double digits. The other Black and Yellow Rangers will leave these two in the dust.

5th Place, Yellow Ranger (Movie): 9 FN’F Score (2017)

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4th Place, Red Ranger (Movie): 12 FN’F Score (2017)

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In an uncharacteristic fourth place, we have our leader, The Red Ranger. Even with the disgusting take of the suits, I like this version of the character. Dacre Montgomery does a good job of playing the protector and heart of the team. I specifically enjoy him standing up for Billy before they even became a team. He was also able to save his father once he learned how to morph and form the Megazord. He’s a good leader, and I really wish we could have seen where this team could have gone.

3rd Place, Blue Ranger (Movie): 13 FN’F Score (2017)

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Billy is by far the most interesting character in this film. I know that this was supposed to lead to a four-movie deal, and this first seems to be Billy’s, which would explain why he was able to outscore his fellow Rangers. This Ranger actually dies! He is fully killed and brought back to life. Thank goodness Zordon was there, or Mr. Blue Sky might have been the shortest-lived Ranger in history.

This version of Billy is the outcast. He recently lost his father and is dealing with a lot of big emotions while trying to connect with peers at school. The growth we experience with Billy feels real as we see him step outside his comfort zone and push the boundaries. In the end, he becomes the rounded individual he wishes to be and one of the world’s protectors.

2nd Place, Rita Repulsa (Movie): 15 FN’F Score (2017)

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Rita beat every single Ranger in this film. In a rare upset, not only did she beat two teams of Rangers, but also killed two of them. Now, some of those feats were overturned when she let the Rangers live or, for no reason, freed them, but nonetheless, it is rare for a villain to actually kill their counterparts. There is also a scene where we see her rip golden teeth out of a dudes mouth, and as a person who’s recently been to the dentist, that is the most villainous thing I’ve seen in a while!

1st Place, Megazord (Movie): 17 FN’F Score (2017)

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In the first place, we have the Megazord. This design looks naked and half-finished. I am used to bug-chunky, boxy Megazords, and that’s what I wanted! Stop trying to make everything edgy and cool. Make them campy and fun! That’s my position for every remake or reboot from now on.

This Megazord beat the others because, while the Rangers were combined, they saved the planet! It is rare to see a character come in first with only two feats but hey, saving the planet is just worth so much. Two ways to play this game, either score a lot or go for broke and try to earn one of the higher point feats.

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Power Rangers 2017: ?/10

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Today, we are covering my favorite buddy cop movie, Rush Hour, and the rest of the franchise. There are rumblings of a fourth movie, but until I see a trailer, I can’t believe it, haha.

Jackie Chan is the best action hero of all time, and there is not a single movie he is in that I hate. I even find enjoyment out of Rush Hour 3! His action is so well choreographed, and its prop focus lends itself to comedy. That mix between solid physical comedy and Chris Tucker’s wisecracks gives everyone something to laugh at. There is never any dead space; you’re either laughing or on the edge of your seat, and that’s a thing of beauty.

Before we get into the plots, let’s dive into how the characters scored on our Feats N’ Faults System. We will be covering Inspector Lee and Officer Carter as well as the villains across the series, Kenji, Hu Li, Thomas Griffin, Sang, and Ricky Tan.

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7th Place, Kenji: 1 FN’F Score (2007) 1 Movie

Remember, we are full spoilers on this substack, so if you have not seen these movies, now is your last chance. Kenji is the leader of the Triads and turned out to be Lee’s brother. He serves as a mirror to what Lee could have been without the proper guidance and a strong moral compass. Even though this reflection is obvious, Kenji is nothing compared to Lee. That’s why he is last on our rankings. The dude only earned a single point because of his faults that dragged his score down. He had the chance to kill Lee and let it pass. He also let himself get defeated and dropped to his death from the Eiffel Tower. He took the easy way out, and his score plummeted as fast as his body did. Womp Womp.

6th Place, Hu Li: 3 FN’F Score (2001) 1 Movie

Behind every man is a strong woman. Hu Li is Ricky Tan’s muscle. She is the operative who carries out his wishes and has the fighting prowess to back them up. She set off a bomb in the US Embassy, Beat Carter and Lee on multiple occasions, and even tied Lee up and shoved a live grenade directly into his gob!

While all those are well in good, she made some pretty heinous mistakes for a villain. Firstly, she let a secret agent go and did not kill them when she had the chance. The second is the worst yet. She decided that her best course of action was to blow herself up. Seems practical if it means destroying something important or even killing the good guys. However, she not only did not kill anyone, but no one was even seriously injured! What a waste.

5th Place, Thomas Griffin: 4 FN’F Score (1998) 1 Movie

Griffin, or should I say Juntao, is caught smuggling and dealing in Chinese artifacts. He was able to stay hidden, use his alias to divert suspicion, and remain in plain sight as an FBI Agent. Too bad he never learned to keep his money safe; he threw it over the edge while trying to fight off Carter. He didn’t even have to do it; he just nonchalantly hit the man with an unlocked briefcase and let millions just rain over the convention center. Why are all these guys so stupid!

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4th Place, Sang: 4 FN’F Score (1998) 1 Movie

Sang may have scored fewer feats than the previous characters, but what sets him apart is his lack of faults. Having zero faults is a huge feat in and of itself and lets Sang cling to the points he managed to scrape up. He was able to kill a group of people with a bomb, kill two other people, and he was even able to escape Inspector Lee! It takes a lot to get away from Jackie Chan. The dude was a massive threat, but Lee got the better of him in the end.

3rd Place, Ricky Tan: 6 FN’F Score (2001) 1 Movie

Ricky Tan was Lee’s father’s former partner, turned Triad. Much like Sang, he was able to avoid a single Fault but had more connections and opportunities to score feats than Sang did. His largest Feat was making millions from counterfeiting, and his most impressive to me was capturing Lee and Carter and stripping them naked before dropping them on the highway, haha. Love that scene. Even with all his connections and money, he was unable to avoid Lee and Carter and was eventually brought down by the buddy-cop duo.

2nd Place, Carter: 20 FN’F Score (1998-2007) 3 Movies

Carter is the fast-talking wiseguy of the duo. He always has something to say and is not afraid to preach it from every rooftop. It is this mouth that got him paired with Lee. Carter was supposed to unwittingly waste Lee’s time, but instead, it created the best buddy-cop duo in comedy history.

I am disappointed with how his score turned out. He had three movies to prove himself, but was always second fiddle to Lee when it came to actually getting things done. His faults also played a role. Almost hitting double digits will severely damage your score.

1st Place, Inspector Lee: 37 FN’F Score (1998-2007)

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Here comes Inspector Lee! Jackie Chan has to be the greatest action star of all time. His charisma, stunt prowess, and ability to turn any mundane item or location into an intense yet humorous action set piece are unparalleled. I can’t believe we haven’t done more Jackie Chan on this feed, but you have to start somewhere.

Lee is the straight man in the films. He is dedicated to getting the job done and has a strong moral compass. While Tucker may use his wit for comedy, Jackie uses his physicality. This dynamic is what makes the duo so lovable.

While I wish Lee could score more, breaking into the 30s is on par with having three films to your name. To put this into context, his score of 37 puts him on par with Nick Fury from the MCU and Thrawn from Star Wars. Not too shabby, but I can almost guarantee this isn’t the highest score Jackie will get. My bet is his character from Police Story will score admirably.

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Rush Hour Trilogy: ?/10

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Welcome back to Feat N’ Faults! Today is the day. A couple of months ago, we had our first poll to select the next IP covered on Feat N’ Faults. You made your voices heard, and Indiana Jones was the most requested series. Now I thought this was going to be easy. Five movies, I can watch that in a weekend and get this out right away. Little did I know that Lucas put out a series of 22 feature-length episodes. So instead of five, I had to watch 27 movies! It took a lot longer than expected, but the journey was fantastic.

Today we will be covering Indy’s family and friends, as well as Indiana Jones himself. Who do you think will come out on top, and can Indy break that coveted 100 barrier? Let’s find out!

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12th Place, Anna Jones: 2 FN’F Score (1992-1993) 7 ep.

Anna Jones is Indiana’s mother, and while she never appears in the movie, she does have a significant presence in the show. There is not much to say about her. She exists and acts as a good mother for Indy. I almost did not track her contributions until the crazy fact that she cheated and almost left her family for Puccini! It was a genuinely tense episode with a very pushy man. In the end, she comes to her senses, but I honestly did not know what would happen.

11th Place, Marcus Brody: 2 FN’F Score (1981-1989) 2 Movies

Marcus does not do much in these movies. He is a recognized and appreciated character, but he mostly gives Indy his missions and a few tidbits of information. In The Last Crusade, he got some field action, but we see how inept he was at it. He was able to knock out a Nazi, and what more can be asked from an Indiana Jones character?

10th Place, Willie Scott: 3 FN’F Score (1984) 1 Movie

I love Willie. She is my favorite Indiana Jones love interest because she feels the most real in the face of the most ridiculous aspect of these adventures. Yes, she screams and is hesitant to follow, but who wouldn’t be! She is a singer who just wanted to go home and maybe get laid by Harrison Ford. I can’t blame the lady for trying either, but she did not sign up for this and has no expertise in this matter. I would be scared too if I found a secret cannibal death cult with mines of child slaves. She was even thrown out of a plane with no parachute and rode down a mountain in a dinghy. I mean, we should really show pity for the girl.

However, despite her trepidation, she conquered her fears and saved Indy and Short Round from being crushed to death. Willie also helped during the mine cart race and took out another cart. Finally, her biggest accomplishment was freeing dozens of child slaves from the mines. Not too bad for a lost singer.

9th Place, Teddy: 5 FN’F Score (2023) 1 Movie

Teddy is one of Indy's most recent companions. It would be more accurate to say that he was Helena’s companion and never saw eye to eye with Indy. He wants to steal artifacts and sell them to the highest bidder, which is very anti-Indy. The kid also has an interest in flying planes, which comes in handy when he steals a plane to follow Indy and the gang back in time. Surprisingly, he was also able to take out the big bruiser of the movie. Teddy drowned him underwater and escaped capture. Not too bad for a kid; Short Round would be proud.

Since Teddy is more of a petty pickpocket, he did not earn a single fault. Instead, this thief was scored more like a villain or anti-hero and earned credit for pickpocketing and hustling to survive. Sometimes it pays off to be bad.

8th Place, Mutt Williams: 6 FN’F Score (2008) 1 Movie

Mutt is one of the best aspects of The Crystal Skull. Shia Lebouf might not be for everyone, but I have always enjoyed his acting and characters. It is a shame that we were never able to see him take up the mantle of his old man, but his potential is evident. In one movie, he earned zero faults even though he is the young kid on the scene. Instead, he is an expert at driving, fighting, and even vine swinging for some reason. He is Indy’s son. I wish there was more to say, but Mutt disappeared and then enlisted only to die in the Vietnam War. Not a very ceremonious end for the heir to the hat and whip.

7th Place, Marion: 8 FN’F Score (1981-2023) 3 Movies

Unfortunately, Marion is indeed this low on our tier list. The problem is that none of Indy’s partners were able to score very high, since he is a glutton for action and for scoring his own feats. This left very little for the sidekicks to do. Even though she appears in three movies, it was his first where she was able to have the most impact. The scene with the plane allowed her to mow down Nazi’s and deliver my favorite death in the entire series, where she eviscerated a man with the propellers. Oof, what a fantastically choreographed scene.

When it comes to her role in the plot, there is no wonder why she was able to marry Indy. She is just the right amount of nonsense to put Indy in his place and deal with his mouth.

6th Place, Henry Jones Sr: 9 FN’F Score (1989-1993) 8 ep. 1 Movie

Professor Jones, the original, I might add, has an interesting history in Indiana Jones lore. The first time we are introduced to the character is in the 1989 film The Last Crusade. Here we find an ideological man who is obsessed with his discoveries and knowledge and not as concerned about his son. This puts a wrench in things as we go back to the past and explore the adventure of Young Indiana Jones. Since they had already established the endpoint and resolution for his character, we had to be stuck with this grumpy, scholarly man, who only on occasion showed signs of joy or acceptance of his son. On one of these occasions, he was forced to take his son on a trip to a monastery in the mountains, and they got stuck in a pulley dangling halfway up the mountain all night. During this episode, we did get some bonding and a beautiful dynamic between the two. Still, this encouraging scene was short-lived, as Indy soon left to join the Belgian Army during WWI without talking to his father. The scars were too deep to fix this relationship until the end, when Indy helped him find his passion, the Holy Grail.

When it comes to feats, Jones Sr. does two of the most impressive things I have ever witnessed. Yes, yes, the first has to be finding the actual Holy Grail. That’s fine and dandy, but this dude used a flock of seagulls to destroy a plane! Then he just popped open his umbrella, and a fighter pilot blew up above them. If you do not find that impressive, then you can go ahead and stop reading.

5th Place, Helena Shaw: 10 FN’F Score (2023) 1 Movie

I have a complex relationship with Helena Shaw. As most of you can tell, I love strong women characters in media. I have always gravitated toward characters like Ripley, Buffy, and Android 18. Unfortunately, I think Helena is a very flawed character to the extent that she does not vibe with me. Her actions are always selfish to the point that she uses her godfather to gain the dial of Archimedes and then locks him in a room with a group of murderous agents. She has no sympathy for Indy. She also just wants to sell these artifacts for money. They never revisit that aspect or show how she has changed and realizes they belong with the people of that culture or in a museum.

All that being said, she is still talented. She is a clever archeologist/treasure hunter and is useful in a fight. She beat some Nazis, stole some artifacts, and graduated from college. Sounds like the beginning of Indiana’s story too. Now she just needs to find a moral compass, and we might have a half-decent character to headline a series.

4th Place, Short Round: 10 FN’F Score (1984) 1 Movie

Yay, it’s Short Round! Short Round is my favorite out of all of Indy’s companions. Remmy is a close second, but Shorty is the perfect balance for the darkness of the Temple of Doom. Temple of Doom has its problems, but it is my favorite out of the movies. Shorty is a big reason for this. I have no idea where he came from, but I like the idea that Indy has made friends so many places that he just runs into them. My headcanon is that Shorty was just trying to make a buck driving a cab when Indy fell into his car after escaping from the club. I cannot think of a logical explanation for how Short Round would have known Indy would be jumping out of that window, on that floor, in that club, and have a car ready. Instead, Indy got lucky and just happened to know the driver, and they went off to have an adventure. It is just more charming and fun to think of it that way.

When it comes to feats, Short Round was really close to being the best partner Indy has had. He only got one movie to shine but did not let it go to waste. He saved Willie and Indy on multiple occasions. If it were not for him, Indy would still have been brainwashed in that temple, ripping hearts out of people. It still guts me when Indy hits Short Round, but it is when he apologizes that it really hits me in the feels.

3rd Place, Sallah: 10 FN’F Score (1981-2023) 3 Movies

Oh, my darling Sallah. Sallah tied with Short Round for the second- and third-best partner Indy had. Sallah is a trusted ally and partner to Indy. He is a recognizable figure, but many would be surprised at how little he is actually on screen. In the end, he earned his namesake by running a digging company and helping Jones find the Ark of the Covenant. His one fault was that instead of saving Marcus, he went and put him in the back of the enemy’s truck and watched them drive away. Eh, what are you going to do? Marcus was helpless in the field.

2nd Place, Remy Baudouin: 13 FN’F Score (1992-1993) 9 ep.

Second place is going to shock a lot of people. I’m not sure how familiar Indiana Jones fans are with the TV series, but Remy played a huge role in Indy’s past. We first find Remy as a Belgian who joined Pancho Villa’s revolution. When WWI broke out, he took Indy with him to enlist in the Belgian Army, and they served together for many years. They fought side by side in the trenches, traveled through the Congo, and were then enlisted by the French Secret Service together. They lived and survived off each other in those early years, and once you know that foundation, it is no wonder why he is Indy’s best companion. This Belgian went through a lot, and the last time we see him, he is obsessed with the crystal that Indy was trying to procure at the beginning of Temple of Doom. We never hear what happens to Remy, but I hope he finally went home to his wife and not on some crazy adventure for a change.

1st Place, Indiana Jones: 153 FN’F Score (1981-2023) 22 ep. 5 Movies

It was never a surprise who would come in first place. Indiana Jones is a legend that has never left public consciousness. Since the first series, there has always been some sort of Indy project. Having the same portrayal of a character be prominent for five decades is a feat in itself. A lot of the credit has to be given to Harrison Ford’s charisma. He embodies this character like no one else could, and it always bugs me when they want to recast the character. He is perfect, and this property has lasted long enough. There is no shame in trying something new, and let this juggernaut of a property with five movies and 22 feature-length episodes rest.

You aren’t here to listen to me ramble on about how to handle a property. Instead, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of Indy’s feats. His childhood was insane. Every episode had you trying to guess where and who would show up next. It gives you whiplash sometimes. One episode started with Indy going to prom and ended with him somehow getting wrapped up in the Mexican Revolution and joining Pancho Villa. There is just too much to talk about, so I am going to summarize everyone he met. He hunted with Theodore Roosevelt in the African Savannah, acted with Wyatt Earp, ran away with Leo Tolstoy, and discussed psychology with Freud and Jung over dinner. Every episode had this kid or teen engaging with an important historical figure or participating in historic events. The series really is a masterpiece of history and television. It can be hard to find, as I had to pay a pretty penny to get all three collections on DVD, so don’t say I never do anything for the fans haha.

When it comes to the movies, Indy found the Holy Grail, the Ark of the Covenant, Aliens, a forgotten cannibalistic death cult, and traveled through time! He also defeated and expelled the immortal Vlad the Impaler during the TV series. These mystical aspects combined with the nitty-gritty of our world are what make Indy so special for me. It reminds me of a world that still has mysteries and magic, much like ancient Greece or Mayan cultures viewed the world around them. It is fun to put that lens on a more modern world and see what it would be like to add that pinch of magic that we so desperately lack now.

Now it is time for my favorite part. Let’s see how Indy compares to other pop culture figures we have covered so far. First, when we covered Pirates of the Caribbean, I asked whether Jack Sparrow would be able to outscore Indiana Jones. We can see now it is no contest, and Indy almost doubled Jack’s score! Indy has also scored higher than Sabine Wren from Star Wars and Jo Grant from Doctor Who! Those are some heavy-hitting sci-fi properties he was able to beat. Better not mess with a man with a whip.

Thank you for tuning in to another feed of Feats N’ Faults. This property really got out of hand for me, so I will be doing a review separately. With so many movies and a TV series, it is hard to put it into this already bloated weekly episode. We will also be covering some of the villains in a future feed, so be sure to subscribe to stay up to date. Let me know in the comments who you would like to see next, and I hope you have an adventurous week. Go visit your local museums, and I will see you next Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults.

Welcome to the final episode of The Force of July! With the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, we have been able to do a deep dive into the galaxy far, far away. We are ending our celebration with a bang and analyzing one of the best planned and lore-building shows of the series. That is right, we are covering the animated classic Star Wars Rebels. So much lore has erupted from this series that we are still seeing these characters to this day. Every one of the animated characters we are covering today has a live-action counterpart, except for one. And some might argue he does as well, since he was an easter egg in a picture of the dash of the Ghost. But that is enough conjecture; we are covering the crew of the Ghost: Ezra Bridger, Kanan Jarrus, Sabine Wren, Zeb Orrelios, Hera Syndulla, and everyone’s favorite murderous droid, C1-10P, AKA Chopper.

We could not have a Star Wars celebration without , so get that Ewok music playing and buckle in as we discuss Star Wars Rebels. Don’t forget to follow along with the scores as this podcast works almost like a companion piece or commentary track to today’s feed. Enjoy and may the Force be with you.

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6th Place, Chopper: 80 FN’F Score (2014-2023) 79 ep. 1 Movie

I was expecting Chopper to break the 100 barrier, but it is hard to live up to the standard that R2-D2 set during his tenure. Still, this murderous little droid was the heart and maniacal laughter of the group. Plus, out of all the droids in the series, he has, without a doubt, taken out the most storm troopers. I mean, seriously, look at his top feat: this droid beat an Inquisitor! How embarrassing.

Unfortunately, that wild-card energy carries over and becomes the focus of his own team, which causes Chopper to earn five faults by attacking or distracting his own crew. Still, an 80-point start to our tier list has to be the highest last-place score we have ever done. To put him into perspective, Chopper here has scored higher than Black Widow from the MCU and his fellow Star Wars character Han Solo! This lil droid beat an OG, and we are just starting this list! How disrespectful!

5th Place, Hera Syndulla: 94 FN’F Score (2014-2023) 81 ep.

Hera is the matriarch of the group. While they all contribute, if I had to pick one to be the leader, it would be Hera. She is the pilot of the Ghost and is not afraid to showcase her skills. She has out-piloted and gunned down many TIE fighters and fleets of combatants. She was even able to escape Darth Vader, who is known as one of the best pilots in the entire galaxy. While her live-action counterpart did not see a lot of action, she shines in the animated series.

I don’t know what it is, but I love seeing a Twi’lek in action. I think it is because of the stigma that surrounds the race from the original series. Being seen as a commodity to be used and traded really gets under my skin, which is why I love characters like Hera and Devon, as they take that stereotype and smash it over their knee. You’re never going to slow Hera down, especially since she has a son to care for now. Momma’s gonna get ya.

4th Place, Zeb Orrelios: 97 FN’F Score (2014-2026) 64 ep. 1 Movie

Zeb is one of my favorite characters in all of Star Wars. I need to sit down and do a tier list on that sometime. If you want and I to sit down and rank our top ten characters, let us know in the comments!

Zeb is one of the last of his species, known as the Lasat. The Lasat is my favorite species in the universe. I’m sorry to all you Poobian fans out there, but Lasats kick but. They are strong, agile, and have a kick-ass silhouette. Even the color of their fur and facial hair is peak design. This design and voice acting are what draw me to Zeb, but it is his characterization and heart of gold that make me love the character even more.

To showcase just how influential Zeb is, he was once stranded on an ice planet. With him was an Imperial officer who gave the order to wipe out most of the Lasat race! Zeb is not a fan of this man, but they work together to survive, and he saves his life. After this ordeal, the Imperial turned and became the new foe that betrayed Thrawn! This one Lasat put aside the genocide that he faced and redeemed the perpetrator. While he may be the strongest brawler on the team with decent flying skills, it is this feat that stands out to me the most.

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3rd Place, Kanan Jarrus: 118 FN’F Score (2014-2022) 66 ep.

Surprise, surprise, the three force-sensitive characters make up the top 3. Their placement might surprise you, but Kanan is in third place for the team. Kanan is the Jedi who survived Order 66, which we were able to see at the beginning of The Bad Batch. Here, Master sacrificed herself so that he could flee, and then we find him grown up with a brand new name and married to a rebel pilot.

What I love about Kanan is that he is not the generic Master in the series. He is not faultless and does not have all the answers. Instead, he learns and grows along with Ezra as they navigate the world they are in and develop their own identity with the Force. Kanan also receives one of the only permanent battle wounds that I can remember in Star Wars. Sure, people get their hands cut off, but then they get robot ones, and it does not matter. I guess there are no robot eyes in this universe because Kanan was blinded by Darth Maul and carried those scars until the moment he died. Oops, did I forget to mention that? Well, I did warn you about spoilers. Yes, Kanan sacrificed himself to stop an explosion and save his pregnant wife and rebel family. No end could be more honorable. Kanan learned from his Master, the Bendu, Yoda, and his own experiences and turned into one of the best Jedi in all of Star Wars. Will we ever see him again? I doubt it, and in reality I don’t want to. His story is tragic but should be left alone. It would spoil his memory to dig up that grave.

2nd Place, Ezra Bridger: 125 FN’F Score (2014-2023) 73 ep.

Ezra Bridger, the main character of the series, comes in second place. You do not see that happen very often, but he had a little less screen time than the first-place character and scored the highest number of faults out of the crew. He was a little thief before joining, but most of his faults come from his lack of forethought. The man shot Rex; I’m surprised he’s even alive after doing that. However, Ezra is not a failure by any means. He broke the one hundred barrier with ease and had some of the most growth out of any Jedi. I would put him in the same category as Kanan, Darth Maul, and Kenobi. All of these characters have had different versions of themselves and grew throughout the series. Ezra is the exact same. He started off as a little boy, grew up, and then changed his philosophy. One aspect I wish he didn’t change was the first lightsaber he built. He was the first Jedi smart enough to add a blaster to the hilt! What a great idea that is extremely versatile. Unfortunately, he got a second saber that removed this device, and now he does not use a saber at all. So while his character has been evolving, his lightsaber has completely devolved. Hey, to each his own, I guess.

1st Place, Sabine Wren: 137 FN’F Score (2014-2023) 76 ep.

In first place we have the artistic Mandalorian herself, Sabine Wren. Sabine has had somewhat of a renaissance lately. When Rebels ended, I did not imagine her character getting the focus she has, to the point that she has become Ahsoka’s apprentice. It even surprises me that Ahsoka began training her after her past with the Force and the Jedi in general. It was this time in Ahsoka that put Sabine ahead of Ezra. She had more focus and more things to do, which allowed her to outscore her fellow crew member.

This young girl, who started her rebellion by tagging Imperial vehicles and buildings, grew up to have a pivotal role in the rebellion and liberation of Lothal, earned the Dark Saber, became ruler of Mandalor, and is one of the few who have traveled outside the galaxy. When you look at everything she has done and accomplished, you begin to respect her score and why she has managed to claw her way up to first place. To put her score into perspective, as of now, only five other Star Wars characters have been able to outscore her. She has also scored higher than the Paladin of the Black Lion Keith from Voltron Legendary Defender and the Hulk from the MCU.

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Thank you for tuning into the finale of Force of July! I hope you enjoyed our jaunt through the galaxy far, far away and can not wait to cover more of this series with you in the future. Next week you finally get what you have been voting for! That’s right, you all voted in our first poll and chose Indiana Jones as your most wanted Topic. I finally finished the series and have calculated his score. Tune in next Thursday to see the results, and I hope you all have a beautiful week.

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Welcome to another Star Wars Feats and Faults. We are getting to the end of Force of July and have some iconic characters to add to our tier lists. Let me know if any of these characters’ placements surprise you. Today we will be analyzing Yoda, Mace Windu, Aayla Secura, Ki-Adi-Mundi, Plo Koon, Kit Fisto, Eeko-Dio Daki, and Quinlan Vos. Who do you think will end up on top, and who is your favorite Jedi?

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8th Place, Quinlan Vos: 3 FN’F Score (2010-2025) 5 ep.

Quinlan is a cool concept and great design for a Jedi, but he never gets his time to shine. Yes, he has some fun action in the Clone Wars, and he showed back up briefly in Tales of the Underworld, but he never accomplishes anything. He is always there, but that is it. We are told that he saves Younglings in the Obi-Wan live-action show, but that is it. He did not even revive Ventris. He brought her back, yes, but it was the mysticism of her sisterhood and mother that did that. Maybe one day we will get to see him in action.

7th Place, Ki-Adi-Mundi: 7 FN’F Score (2010-2025) 3 Movies 30 ep.

One thing these Jedi all have in common is spending their prime in the Clone Wars. Ki-Ad-Mundi is in the same boat. Most of his feats come from destroying battle droids, as we did not get to see what role he would play in The Acolyte. I had no idea this species had this long of a lifespan and was genuinely interested in where a second season would go. I highly doubt we will ever get to see it, though.

6th Place, Plo Koon: 14 FN’F Score (1999-2022) 4 Movies 50 ep.

Just like Ki-Adi-Mundi, Plo Koon was pivotal during the Clone Wars. One of the best pilots in the Republic, Plo shot down many droids. He was also a mentor to Ahsoka and joined the impressive line of teachers that helped forge who she is. Even though Plo was in a lot of episodes, he does not necessarily participate in every one. The Jedi Council appears as holograms in many Clone Wars adventures, but it is usually a Clone, Anakin, Kenobi, or Ahsoka that actually does the work. That is why most of these Jedi have high episode counts but low FN’F Scores. He did capture Boba Fett! That’s pretty cool. Was he a kid at the time? Well, yeah, but still.

5th Place, Eeko-Dio Daki: 15 FN’F Score (2026) 10 ep.

The Mosyk Jedi master known as Eeko-Dio Daki is another Jedi of a growing list that survived Order 66. As of now, 28 Jedi or padawans have survived the purge and either gone on the run or become inquisitors. I believe George Lucas was quoted as saying there were 10,000 force users in the order and that 1% survived. In that case, we have been introduced to a remarkable few of the survivors. Looks like there is a lot of wiggle room for writers to keep making up Jedi whenever they want.

That being said, Daki represents what the order was before the Clone Wars. I mentioned this on the podcast, but he would be content to find a safe space and meditate for the rest of his life. Living a peaceful existence is enough for him. Unfortunately, he has been dragged down, besmirched, and forced into a fugitive status, where he will not be on the run. This constant running has kept his senses sharp, as he is the only Jedi in recent memory to get a hit on Vader. It was not enough, though. Womp Womp. Another Jedi falls to Vader, who could have seen that coming?

4th Place, Aayla Secura: 15 FN’F Score (2002-2020) 2 Movies 12 ep.

I was surprised to see Aayla Secura this high on the list. I think this placement will surprise a lot of people. The only thing I remember her for is getting blasted in the Felucia forest and being awesome in Star Wars Battlefront 2 on the PS2. The Clone Wars show gave her more opportunities, and she did everything she could to increase FN’F score. None of them are that fancy: destroy a droid here, restore power there, but she did not earn a single fault, and that allowed her to maintain her lead. I like seeing an empowered Twi’lek, which is why I’m so excited about Devon in the Maul show!

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3rd Place, Kit Fisto: 21 FN’F Score (2002-2014) 3 Movies 30 ep.

My man! Kit Fisto was my favorite Jedi to come out of the Clone Wars. I had a little action figure of him and everything! I thought he was so cool, and that cheeky little smile he gives in episode 2 sold it. His episodes in The Clone Wars are some of my favorites. Instead of a large-scale, never-ending war, we get to focus on one planet, Mon Cala. We get to see a civil war between the Mon Calamari and Quarren. The true prince who shall become king is also captured by the separatists, and we get to not only see Kit Fisto in his natural habitat, but also Jar Jar! I know, I know, and I talk about Mr. Binks way too much, but hear me out. Jar Jar saves Padme by hawking up a loogie and providing her air! What a legend.

Speaking of legends, Fisto can dominate underwater. He kills a giant sea creature while destroying Grievous’ lair. Then he is even able to save the King on Mon Cala. He does his duty as a Jedi in war to the utmost degree. He may have been cut down unceremoniously by Sidious, but Kit deserves our third-place position.

2nd Place, Yoda: 38 FN’F Score (1980-2025) 9 Movies 78 ep.

Can you believe Yoda is this low on our Tier List? I was not expecting the symbol of wisdom to be in our Top 10, but a 38 FN’F score is disappointing for the amount of screen time and recognition this muppet possesses. If you think about it, it is not impossible to comprehend. When we see Yoda, he is normally providing advice or denying Anakin a position on the council. It is the animated shows where Yoda is given the agency to participate in the Universe besides training Luke.

All that being said, if we look at his feats, we do see that he accomplishes more than most Jedi. Yoda is the only Jedi that I know who was able to achieve enlightenment, which solidifies his Buddha status for the Jedi Order. For a Jedi, I do not believe there is a higher goal to achieve. He reached the pinnacle of his order and participated in one of the longest and most brutal wars of his lifespan.

His faults are what trip his little green legs up. First, in his canonical first appearance in the timeline, he sends a group of Younglings off-world and unsupervised on a mission. Remember, these kids are not even padawans yet. They are like what, five or six years old? I don’t even know how one was able to fly, but that’s another point. He let them go with a pilot who was also only six! What the hell, Yoda? Also, we know that he sensed Anakin’s love for Padme as well as the resentment and hate growing inside him. Yet what does Yoda do? He assigns Anakin to Padme for protection! I mean, come on, you do not sense a Dark Lord of the Sith is literally running your government in the room across the hall, but this is something that you actually noticed and encouraged. Shame on Yoda! Maybe he is not as wise as we give him credit for? You know what, I’m actually mad now, he does deserve that score!

1st Place, Mace Windu: 48 FN’F Score (1999-2022) 5 Movies 60 ep.

In first place, we have the Mother Fuckin’ Jedi himself, Mace Windu. This dude does not get the credit he deserves. He is a monster during the Clone Wars. He kills over 100,000 Battle droids and is the reason many missions were a success. He cuts Jango Fett’s head clean off and does not even leave a scratch on his armor. Then, in the movie, when he discovers that Palpatine is a Sith Lord, he immediately rounds up the best Jedi in the temple and forms a kill party. While the rest of his posse dies, Windu actually beats Sidious. He had him beaten, captured, and dead to rights. Windu even knew he could not leave this conniving little bastard alive either. If it wasn’t for Anakin, this story would have been over a long time ago. That feat impresses me the most. Not even Yoda could beat Sidious. Only three people ever beat Sidious. Anakin, Ray, and Windu.

To put this Jedi Master’s score into perspective, he tied with Ego the living planet from the MCU and the first companion Ian Chesterton from Doctor Who. He even outscored the coldest killer in all of westerns, The Man With No Name from the Clint Eastwood Spaghetti Western Trilogy. Not too shabby.

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Welcome to our continuing celebration of the Galaxy Far Far Away. The Force of July is still in effect, and today we are following some newcomers into the series. Wim, Neel, KB, SM-33, Fern, Gunter, Jod, and Brutus have entered the fray in the Star Wars version of the Goonies. Which one do you think will end up on top, and how well did these kids do while they were lost in space?

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8th Place, Wim: 1 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

In last place is Wim. Wim is the definition of a dreamer and is the reason all the kids got lost in space in the first place. That brings us to our first fault for Wim. He was specifically told not to touch anything, and yet he did, leaving kids stranded in space with no way home. If it were not for SM-33, they would have starved and died up there. Wim did save KB’s life in the end. He created a core on the beach with her instructions and successfully prevented her from malfunctioning. It was a genuinely tense moment.

I was worried that the boy who dreamed of being a Jedi would show an aptitude for the force. I was certain that he would find a lightsaber or pick up something with the force, but the show refrained. I appreciate that, as the group just being kids in space was enough to engage me without throwing more lore at me.

7th Place, Neel: 1 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

Neel was my favorite among the kids, but in terms of actions and impact on the story, he did not accomplish much. There are some wonderful character-growth moments, and that adorable animatronic head is to die for, but he achieved only one feat: saving Wim. At least he didn’t do anything wrong, or he’d be in the negatives. I wish there were more to say about Neel other than he is cute and I want a pair of those overalls, but unfortunately, there isn’t.

6th Place, Gunter: 2 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 7 ep.

“Did I do that?” I had to get a Urkel reference in somewhere! Gunter is just a space pirate. Yeah, should he have been tracked? Probably not, but the actor did play Urkle, so I couldn’t resist. Maybe he could score more in the future, but I wouldn’t hold my breath for Gunter to get a series anytime soon. But hey, he did score more than two of the main characters, so that’s something, right?

5th Place, Fern: 5 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

Fern is a bit hard to handle at times, but she embodies how a kid would act in the circumstances. They establish her character in the beginning, and we eventually see a softer side to her. She didn’t have to pull Neel up that ladder by a rope, but she did! I can’t think of another child who could physically climb and pull a blue elephant up behind them. Talk about core strength! She also saved the group on multiple occasions. One from a giant stop motion crab, and another by removing the Hull of the Cinder and freeing them from the incinerator. She was the captain they needed and deserved!

4th Place, SM-33: 6 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

I don’t know why, but I am always drawn to the droids of this universe. SM-33 is a unique take, and I would love to know if there is just a store out there where you can buy anydroid for your needs. Star Wars never shows where these droids come from. I laugh thinking about seeing different options for your droid and a group of people picking the pirate dialogue option! I mean, come on, the jokes would be countless. I want a droid sitcom this instant!

With my delusional ramblings out of the way, SM-33 is a very useful companion for the team. He is a pretty good fighter and even saves the kids. I never thought about it much, but he does look like a smaller version of the K2-SO droid from Andor. I wonder if this was a prototype or a cheaper model?

3rd Place, KB: 7 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

You might have come into this feed thinking that Fern or Wim would be the best kid on the team, but KB blew them all out of the water. Her technological know-how put her miles ahead in terms of competence. She was the most useful, using her skills not only to save people but also to capture a wanted pirate, Brutus! Not bad for a kid; she could work on her landing skills, but hey, she survived, so it was a good landing, right?

2nd Place, Brutus: 7 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 6 ep.

Brutus is an awesome character design. I wish there were a pirate show where Brutus, Hondo, and all the other fun pirates got together to race towards a treasure or something. Now that would be a fun show! Disney, are you listening? My line is always open. Call me.

When it comes to scoring, this is the rare occasion where the two villains of the series scored way higher than the heroes. I actually can not think of another example of this happening. Brutus is a straight-up pirate and earned his score by stealing and taking what he thought was his. Not much more to say. Cool design and does what it says on the tin.

1st Place, Jod Na Nawood: 52 FN’F Score (2024-2025) 8 ep.

Woooah! Look at that score. I know I was not expecting that, so there is no way you predicted this! If you did, let me know in the comments because I have no idea how you could. The main takeaway from Jod’s feats is that they consider Attin a planet. It is not a city, it is a planet. So when they refer to At Attin and taking control of At Attin, and everyone confirms that he has disabled or shut down At Attin, they are talking about a planet! So, in two moves, Jod shut down power to an entire planet and, in another scene, captured and controlled it. That is 16 points each, which ballooned his entire score by 32!

Yeah, I did math for you, but come on. The dude turned out to be a monster at the game of Feats N’ Faults. This force-wielder-turned-pirate has some impressive feats, but his entire plan failed because he didn’t have the heart to kill a couple of kids. If he had chopped them and their parents down as soon as they got to the vault, he would have won easily. Instead, he lost and then just smiled. Do I know if he will be back? I dunno he is a high-profile actor with a small part in this seemingly standalone story. I do not expect it anytime soon, but that score is still impressive. I can’t get over it.

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Skeleton Crew: 6/10

The more separation I have from this show, the more forgettable it gets. I enjoyed it as it aired, and I appreciate that it seems to be a standalone story, but it has not infected my imagination as other Star Wars projects have. It looks fantastic, the production design is on point, and the plot was engaging. I’m not sure why it doesn’t have the wow factor I was expecting when it was first announced. I enjoy it, it is a good show, but it is not one of the best. A fun jaunt through the underbelly of the universe. I would recommend it to a Star Wars fan, but I don’t think I will be rewatching it anytime soon.

Thanks for celebrating the Force of July with me, and I hope you have a force-filled week. I will see you all next Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults

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Welcome back to Week 2 of Force of July! Today, we are covering Maul and his new show, Maul the Shadow Lord. IS Feats N’ Faults usually this current? Absolutely not, and the frequency of this will be reflected in the discussion and the scores for these characters. Many of them will receive updated scores when season two comes out, so nothing in this feed is final, and some characters may be missing and will receive official scores once season 2 arrives. If we can overlook the growing pains, we have a very fun feed for everyone this week. is here again as I guest on his podcast to spread the word of Nubs across the land. Don’t forget to go over to Death Star Human Resource Department for all the Star Wars info you could ever want, and to support a wonderful Substack.

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7th Place, 2B0T: 10 FN’F Score (2026) 10 ep.

2 Boots is a wonderful addition to the Star Wars droids. While he is still subordinate to Lawson, it is more of a partner dynamic than an ownership role. I find this aspect unique as droids in this universe either seem to exist to perform labor for organics or are death machines. Instead, we have a droid with a moral code who is performing police duties. One of my favorite aspects of this character is his need to fit in and be a part of everything. He’s just holding a coffee cup, so he can “Chill with the bros.” It creates a very endearing quality. It also leads to his turning point when the Imperial Officer turns down this innocent gesture.

Don’t let this bot fool you either, he was not built just for paperwork. 2 Boots kicks, but he is a lot more agile than I was expecting. He wins multiple gunfights in the show, and I would take his help over a Stormtrooper any day!

6th Place, 2B0T: 11 FN’F Score (2026) 9 ep.

Spybot! noooooo, my precious little baby boy was gunned down way too soon. I love this meniacle little gremlin so much. He’s a dastardly droid who disables comms and kills troopers for fun. I have no idea how he found Maul, but these two are a perfect pair. His death will never be forgotten. I want an entire series around this lil guy just wreaking havoc. What a sight to behold.

5th Place, Devon Izara: 13 FN’F Score (2026) 10 ep.

Devon is an interesting character. From the moment she was introduced, I knew she would be seduced by the dark side. I was not expecting the way Maul did this, though. Usually, you see death and pain, yes, but you do not see the ideals and goals reflected in the decision. Maul not only offered her power but, more importantly, a different way of living. Instead of hiding, Devon could be fighting for what she believes. She was trained in the Clone Wars, and the glory was stripped from her. Of course, this impacted her character and made her question her place in the galaxy.

I also love the visual of a Twi'lek Sith Lord. This character in the comics was the first to come to mind when Devon was introduced, and I think that if she adopted Maul’s face tattoos, this would be the final evolution at the end of season two. Either that, or the more boring ending where she turns back to the light side. Please keep her a villain!

4th Place, Captain Lawson: 13 FN’F Score (2026) 10 ep.

Lawson is a straight-up detective thrown into the Star Wars Universe. He does his best to hold down his planet without involving the Empire, but Maul wields too much influence. Part of me believes that it would have been better for Lawson to accept Maul’s deal, but Lawson’s morals were too strong. He is a pretty good shot with a gun, too, but most of his feats are just taking out troopers. I’m curious to see how his relationship with his wife will unfold in season two, because we all know this guy isn’t dead.

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3rd Place, Eeko-Dio Daki: 15 FN’F Score (2026) 10 ep.

The Mosyk Jedi master known as Eeko-Dio Daki is another Jedi of a growing list that survived Order 66. As of now, 28 Jedi or padawans have survived the purge and either gone on the run or become inquisitors. I believe George Lucas was quoted as saying there were 10,000 force users in the order and that 1% survived. In that case, we have been introduced to a remarkable few of the survivors. Looks like there is a lot of wiggle room for writers to keep making up Jedi whenever they want.

That being said, Daki represents what the order was before the Clone Wars. I mentioned this on the podcast, but he would be content to find a safe space and meditate for the rest of his life. Living a peaceful existence is enough for him. Unfortunately, he has been dragged down, besmirched, and forced into a fugitive status, where he will not be on the run. This constant running has kept his senses sharp, as he is the only Jedi in recent memory to get a hit on Vader. It was not enough, though. Womp Womp. Another Jedi falls to Vader, who could have seen that coming?

When it comes to his score, at least he got screen time. A lot of other Jedi from the Clone Wars era would kill for that episode count.

2nd Place, Savage Opress: 41 FN’F Score (2011-2026) 11 ep.

Savage Opress has a crazy backstory that all starts with Dooku and Sidious. See, Palpatine was getting a little concerned that Ventress was getting too strong, so he made Dooku get rid of her and find a new apprentice. However, Ventress will not go that quietly and turned around and created a double agent in Savage. Savage was granted powers by the sisterhood and transformed like Steve Rogers in the Avengers. Now that Savage was physically a beast, he began his journey to learn the force. Yet before he could even be trained, Dooku sent him on a mission, and Savage killed two Jedi without the Force and without a lightsaber. With his massive strength, Ventriss and Dooku turned on him, and all three began fighting, leading him to Maul.

These two began ruling the underworld after they got the better of Anakin and Obi-Wan. Unfortunately, he grew so powerful that Sidious sensed their presence and snuffed out Savage before he could reach his true potential. It sucks that you were so strong that they sent the final boss after you before you could even be properly trained. It is no wonder he scored as high as he did; this man was a monster.

1st Place, Maul: 89 FN’F Score (1996-2026) 2 Movies, 33 ep.

We go into great depths about Darth Maul in the podcast, so please check out our deep dive there! Condensing all that discussion, I have to say Maul is the most thoroughly explored character in the Star Wars Universe. He has so many highs and lows that it is mind-boggling that he is still around.

He was Palpatine’s right-hand man. Then cut in half. Then he went crazy and had mechanical cyber legs. He was brought back, had his mind restored by the Dothraki, gained a new apprentice, and created an empire that rivaled Sidious’s. He became the leader of an entire planet and creed, and the only thing that could stop him was the big bad of the entire series paying him a visit! After that, he had nothing again and is now clawing his way out of the dirt once more with a new padawan. Maul is tenacity incarnate, and I hope he is never defeated because I love it when he rears his nasty little head. He deserves every point he got, and I hope he can break the 100 barrier.

Score Update: +2 FN’F Score

We also have a quick check-in with Vader this season, and he bags himself an additional 2 Feats. His score is already impressive, but I know Vader would want all the credit he can get. I don’t wanna get force choked over here!

FN’F Reviews:

Maul Shadow Lord Season 1: 8/10

Maul is a beautiful show with fun action and a fantastic addition to Star Wars lore, leaving you wanting more. I can not wait for the final season and to hear my and thoughts on the show. Please listen to the DSHRD Podcast and subscribe to both for more Star Wars news and discussions.

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Welcome, young padawans, to the first of our five special-edition Star Wars posts! This week, we will dive into the world of Mandalor and analyze its prodigal sons, Din Djarin and Grogu. We will also be taking a look at the colorful characters that have crossed their paths. It is hard to believe that it has already been seven years since The Mandalorian was released, and since then, we have been introduced to an entirely new creed and cast of characters. Rotta the Hutt, The Armorer, Cobb Vanth, Greef Karga, Colonel Wars, Carson Teva, Kuiil, Paz Vizsla, and IG-11. Who do you think will make it into the top 5? Let me know in the comments, and no peeking!

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P.S. I forgot to add Greef Karga, which is a huge blunder on my part, and why it is not discussed in the podcast. I sincerely apologize to Carl Weathers. What a fantastic actor. Rest in Peace.

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12th Place, Carson Teva: 1 FN’F Score (2020-2026) 1 Movie, 8 ep.

Carson Teva showed promise in the beginning. He was showing up in all of Filoni’s live-action projects and was the glue that connected all of them. However, he never does much. He shows up, says a line, and then flies away. Wish I could say he does more, but even in The Mandalorian and Grogu movie, he can’t even shoot down one of the droid fighters. What a disappointment.

11th Place, Colonel Ward: 2 FN’F Score (2026) 1 Movie

Can you believe that Sigourney Weaver was in a Star Wars movie, and I barely heard any press about it, and barely saw any marketing material around her! If we went back 10-20 years, every nerd would have been losing their mind about this casting.

Unfortunately, they do not give Colonel Ward anything to do! What a missed opportunity. Her delivery is flat and stale, and her part in the plot is lackluster, consisting of exposition. A huge waste of potential and a lackluster score to back it up. Now I have to analyze the Alien V Predator franchise to do Sigourney justice!

10th Place, Kuiil: 7 FN’F Score (2019) 4 ep.

This is the way. The slogan that carried the show’s first season. The marketing loved it, and so did the merch team. Kuiil is the character that makes this happen! Nick Nolte did a fantastic job playing this little Ugnaught. We see this species in the background and in some episodes of The Clone Wars, but this is the first time we get to spend time with them and their culture. This is one of my favorite aspects of Star Wars. Seeing the vastness of the universe, which is unfortunately barely explored. If you ain’t a Skywalker, then your story is usually left untold. Anyway, this little Blurrgh farmer did pretty well for his episode count and left a lasting impression on the franchise.

9th Place, Rotta The Hutt: 8 FN’F Score (2026) 2 Movies

Stinky! That’s right, everyone’s favorite Huttlet has made his grand reentrance into the Star Wars canon. A character that I have not thought about since I was in my teens is back and buffer than ever! Jeez, dude, I had no idea that Hutts could even form muscle. Does his six-pack go the entire way down his tail? How many abs does he even have? I have so many questions, and I hope I see him in a uniform because I have to know what that looks like.

Besides his intimidating physique, Rotta is one of my new favorite characters. I really enjoy watching him move and how unique his fighting style is. However, they should have added more reverb to his voice or had him speak Huttease, because his surfer-bro voice isn’t working. First off, a Hutt speaking Common is shocking as is, but without that guttural growl in the back of the voice, it just feels wrong. I get that they did not want to hide Jeremy Allen White’s voice, but in all honesty, he brought nothing to the part, and I would have much rather heard a voice like Joey Diaz, Ron Perlman, or Chris Sabat give that guttural voice some life.

All that aside, Rotta performed admirably in his second appearance. He proved himself in the fighting pits and deserves his place on our list.

8th Place, Paz Vizsla: 11 FN’F Score (2019-2023) 7 ep.

One of the more memorable Mandalorians from the series is Paz. He is a heavy trooper with a big ol’ gun that should not be messed with. He killed many men, went to save his son, and even challenged Mando for the Dark Saber. In the end, he fell a little short, and so did his score when compared to the other Mandalorians of the series. Still, that armor is really cool.

7th Place, Cobb Vanth: 11 FN’F Score (2020-2022) 4 ep.

Cobb Vanth tied with Paz but one with the tiebreaker. He ended up with Boba Fett’s armor and put it to good use. He protected his town and even helped Mando fight the Krayt Dragon. He was a valuable ally and a good Marshal.

6th Place, Armorer: 16 FN’F Score (2019-2023) 9 ep.

We may have never seen the face of The Armorer, but she was the head of the clan that the Mandalorian is a part of. She is a no-nonsense, stick to rhetoric rules kinda gal, and if you get in her way, you’ll get your head caved in with her smithing hammer. A score of 16 is pretty impressive for only 9 episodes, especially since she was rarely the focus in any of them.

5th Place, Greef Karga: 19 FN’F Score (2019-2023) 10 ep.

I love me some Carl Weathers. I recently stumbled upon Street Justice, the complete series, at a thrift store, and can’t wait to give it a watch. A young Carl Weathers stars in it with the writers of the A-Team. Sounds like a forgotten classic to me. What was I talking about again? Oh, right, Star Wars!

Greef Karga was basically Mando’s bookie and handled all of the bounties. He found himself as High Magistrate and brought his run-down town up from the ashes! From Bounty Broker to a High Magistrate. What an underdog story!

4th Place, IG-11: 22 FN’F Score (2019) 3 ep.

As a child, I was obsessed with IG-88. I thought the idea of a bounty-hunting droid was the coolest thing. I know I grew up with the prequels, but I always watched the originals. Seeing 3PO and R2 but imagining them as killing machines is unthinkable. Yes, yes, I know there are weird Sith versions in the comics, but I’m not super familiar with them. Maybe could enlighten us on these guys?

All I had was IG-88, the most bad-ass droid in the galaxy. While this is not 88, it is still an IG droid, and I feel like there is not much difference between their programming. IG-11 kicks butt; however, his corpse is in the show more than when he is alive, so how good is he actually? IG-88 could take him!

3rd Place, Grogu: 25 FN’F Score (2019-2026) 1 Movie 23 ep.

Grogu is the cutest and most marketable aspect of the current era of Star Wars. They hit a gold mine with this character, and I am shocked that it was not leaked before his reveal in episode one of The Mandalorian. Back in those days, there was no merch or advertising around this little guy. It seemed like Disney was caught off guard by the success, but I have to give credit to Filoni and Favreau. It created a fantastic moment and created a momentum that is still pushing forward today.

As a character, Grogu is a mystery. No one knows what species Grogu, Yoda, or Yaddle are, and that is ok. I am fine with there being a little mystery in Star Wars, and I hope it stays that way. Grogu has also developed a lot over the years. Not his character per se, but in his fighting ability. He survived Order 66, was trained by Ahsoka and Luke, and then taught the ways of the Mandalorians by Din. That is an insane line of masters, and Grogu has started flexing his muscles. He has used the force to stop flames and heal the sick. It is a perfect mix of what the force is capable of in the hands of one who is strong in the force but not a master of it. I wonder what Grogu will be like in the future, and whether they will ever age him up to the point where he can speak. I also worry that his talking may ruin the character. Especially if they have him use backward speech like Yoda. I don’t know how I would take that.

Grogu’s score is nothing to write home about. A 25 is pretty low for the amount of screen time he has had, but he did lose a lot of points for literally eating babies from a sentient species! Bad Baby!

2nd Place, Cara Dune: 38 FN’F Score (2019-2020) 7 ep.

Cara Dune is the surprise of the feed! I took off guard with this placement, but when you look at the scores, she deserved it. She did a lot of killing and sniping during her tenure. Seven episodes and hitting the thirties is fantastic! What a run. I may love Gina Carano; she is on my hall pass list, but I swear I was not biased. If I ever do get biased, then what is the point of this system anyway?! She became the marshal and saved her town. She’s a badass, and I hope to see her in the Star Wars universe soon.

1st Place, Din Djarin: 155 FN’F Score (2019-2026) 1 Movie 27 ep.

Din Djarin, the Mandalorian himself, is the star of the show. He was able to not only break the hundreds barrier but slammed half way through it! The guy killed a Krayt Dragon! I view Mando as a mix between John Wick and The Man With No Name. He is quiet, serious, compassionate, but try to see what is under that helm, and he turns deadly. I’d like to see him and Han have a shoot-out to decide who has the fastest draw in the galaxy. Han Shot First! You can “Maclunkey” all you want, but you’ll never be able to convince me otherwise.

Mando has a soft side to himself as well. Din was a foundingling himself when his bounty hunting led him to Grogu; he turned into putty in those little green hands. Grogu was adopted and became a Mandalorian shortly after, though he never hides his face, so I’m not sure how he’s following the creed. Anyway, Mando kicked butt, redeemed himself, and became a true Mandalorian.

FN’F Review:

The Mandalorian: 7/10

The Mandalorian is a fantastic series that starts out strong but loses its footing as it goes along. It is no Andor, but that first season is some of the best Star Wars content out there. I appreciated the original format where each episode was a standalone adventure with very little tying it together. It is a type of show I feel is missing from culture now, as everything has to be some grand adventure that spans multiple episodes. The original Western feel tied together perfectly with the universe and format. Unfortunately, perfection can’t last, and the show got bogged down in set-ups for future shows, callbacks to the animated shows, and main plot developments were hidden during the back half of another show! What were they thinking? Not only did this create a confusing timeline for Mando, but it also betrayed Boba Fett fans and took away what might have been his one shot at a project of his own. Season One is a 9/10, but the following seasons bring it down a tad.

The Mandalorian and Grogu: 5/10

I appreciate the number of creatures and puppets in these movies. Practical effects are the bread and butter of Star Wars, and there were so many techniques utilized in this gorgeous film. Stop-motion was even used to film those two giant droids that protected the twins' lair. What a wonderful sequence. The soundtrack also does a lot of heavy listening, but unfortunately, that is the only saving grace of this movie. The plot really feels like two two-part episodes, and it does the film no favors. Halfway through, I had to ask my wife if it was over. The plot was so thin. Everything was predictable, and there were no twists, surprises, or stakes to the movie. Mando and Grogu never grow, and they end where they began. There are some heartfelt moments in the jungle and some fun action, but nothing memorable or revolutionary. It really is a shame. This was not the Star Wars movie experience that Disney was expecting. I hate to say it, but it may not be my least favorite Star Wars film, but it’s way down there.

Thanks for tuning into our first of five Star Wars specials to celebrate the Force of July! I hope to see you all next Thursday as we continue our journey through the galaxy far, far away.

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The Dirty Pair .... Ahem.... I mean, Lovely Angels is a gun-for-hire group known as Trouble Consultants that travels the universe, completing jobs for the WWWA. Their crew of four members includes: Kei, the rough-around-the-edges beauty who is not afraid to throw the first punch; Yuri, the elegant and cunning tactician; Mughi, the team’s mascot and backup; and Nanmo, the droid technician. How will this intergalactic A-Team score, and will they be on Vader’s shortlist of multiversal hired guns?

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4th Place, Nanmo: -3 FN’F Score (1985-1988) 1 Movie, 7 ep.

Nanmo is the cutest little droid. I love watching those giant red shoes plomb their way across the hull of a spaceship. While the little guy is prevalent in the early days of the series, he inexplicably disappears as the series goes on. It is never clear what happens to the lil fella, but he does reappear for the movies.

His score is pretty disappointing. He does the generic things you would expect a robot to do, but it is his one fault that drags him down to the negatives. Sure, he saves the crew on multiple occasions and even saves Mughi from being sacrificed by super smart mice, but the lil guy blew up an entire populated planet by accident! The core was made of an extremely explosive material, and laser weapons were prohibited. Then, as they completed the mission and were flying away, Kei gave him a pat on the back, and Poor Nanmo got so surprised that he shot a laser blast at the planet. This started a chain reaction that blew up the planet and killed millions: Oof, not a great resume builder.

3rd Place, Mughi: 14 FN’F Score (1985-1989) 3 Movies, 34 ep.

Mughi is an adorable giant feline alien that acts like the Chewbacca of the group. Mughi may not be able to speak, but he can understand the spoken language and is smart enough to fly the Lovely Angel or repair Nanmo when needed. While Mughi is adorable, he is terrifying to anyone he is trying to capture. I mean, if I saw a cat twice my size, I would be terrified, too. Who am I kidding? I would die while trying to cuddle the giant furball.

Mughi did ok for himself when it comes to his FN’F Score. He did some light maintenance on the ship and Nanmo, but his greatest feat was destroying a group of tanks and saving Kei and Yuri when they were pinned down. He saved their lives that day!

2nd Place, Yuri: 101 FN’F Score (1985-1989) 3 Movies, 36 ep.

Yuri is the other half of the duo known as the Dirty Pair, but if you ever call them that, you’ll be sorry. Kei and Yuri go by the moniker Lovely Angels. Yuri is the elegant and girly member of the team. She is more obsessed with her figure, make-up, and general appearance than the other members. Yuri is always on a date, but don’t let that fragile demeanor fool you. As soon as the action begins or you get on her bad side, the martial arts master comes out. She can beat anyone up without a weapon, but put a gun or her whip in her hands, and she can take down entire starships on her own. While agility is an important tool in her kit, it is her strategic mind that really makes her a threat.

Speaking of threats, Yuri broke the coveted 100 barrier. This is a threshold that has defeated many other prominent characters, like Daenerys Targaryen from GOT and James Braddock from MIA. These two badasses stumbled at the finish line, but Yuri was able to somersault past.

If we look at her top Feats, we see no planetary or universal achievements. This means that, much like John Wick, Yuri fought her way past 100 through individual and group feats. Her greatest feat was saving an entire city by crashing a space cruiser before it could hit the populated area. Did she cause some collateral damage? Of course, she did; she is a member of the Lovely Angels, but those faults, while considerable, were still unable to take her out of the hundreds. She caused an entire planet to be covered in deadly storms, destroyed skyscrapers, and even caused the odd political crisis here and there. But hey, when you are trying to get the job done, you can’t let these trivial matters stand in your way.

1st Place, Kei: 102 FN’F Score (1985-1989) 3 Movies, 36 ep.

Kei is my favorite of the two. She is brash and quick to act, letting the thinking fall to her partner. She’s the muscle backing up the notoriety the duo has earned over the years. While she is not as concerned with her looks as Yuri, she is not afraid to use her feminine wiles to get one over on the clueless men of the series.

The animators had to have a fun time animating Kei because they gave her all the cool feats. I mean, she killed a man by punching his open mouth with electrified brass knuckles. Can you imagine getting volts directly to the back of your throat? What a way to go. She also solved 800 murders, killed over a thousand people, and stopped an entire dangerous species from being reborn.

When we look at the scores of the top two, we see that Kei and Yuri are only separated by one point. It is stats like these that make me fall in love with my system all over again. I have zero bias when it comes to calculating and recording the strengths and weaknesses of characters. Yet, situations like these keep popping up. The writers did not have my system in mind when writing these characters, yet they still scored practically the same! Even in Feats N’ Faults, this duo is inseparable.

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Dirty Pair: 9/10

I was not familiar with this series until I had the opportunity to buy the entire collection on DVD. I am obsessed with collecting physical media and could not let this go. I am so happy that I did because I fell in love with the series from the beginning.

One thing that sticks out to me is how progressive this series was, especially for the 80’s. I am by no means an expert on Japanese culture, but it seemed so forward-thinking for the time. While it is obvious that the animation was designed and intended for the male gaze, the plots and dialogue are anything but. It pushes feminist ideals, unions, and even tackles issues like trans representation and persecution.

While it is by no means a referendum on societal issues, it does seem to go beyond what was considered acceptable at the time. This touch is something I appreciate, as I hope we can get past these petty discussions and move toward a more united and kind society.

The original series, Project Eden, and Flight 005 Conspiracy are peak viewing experiences. If you want to sense these characters, I would recommend Flight 005, as it is a truly engaging mystery, while Project Eden is a fantastic, campy journey with real alien-horror elements. The OVA series is still good, but it is not as consistent as the original series. The worst of the bunch is the movie Affair of Nolandia. That movie turned out to be boring fan service with a bit of psychological horror. The pair never does much and mostly plays in a jungle. I’d recommend skipping that one, but everything else is fantastic and a must-watch for anime fans.

Recommendations:

• Project Eden / Flight 005 Conspiracy (Really must watch movies, the villain has a theme song, guys! I repeat a theme song!)

• Love is Everything. Risk Your Life to Elope!! S1:ep7

• Hire Us! Beautiful Bodyguards are a Better Deal S1:ep9

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We are back into my favorite Universe, Doctor Who! Today, we are taking a look at the most recent spinoff, The War Between The Land and The Sea. I know that title is a mouthful. Why add that many “The”? In this show, we are following two new characters, Barclay and Salt, while also providing an update on Kate Stewart. I was also able to get my hands on Daemons, a spin-off from the wilderness years featuring Kate, so I decided to watch it and update her score at once.

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3rd Place, Barclay: -2 FN’F Score (2025) 5 ep.

Poor Barclay. Throughout the series, he was not supposed to be there, yet his actions affect an entire species and world politics. He had the chance to enact some extreme changes and score some serious points, but of course, capitalism and war got in the way. He tried his best and even earned the respect of U.N.I.T and Kate, but the enemies behind the scenes sabotaged him. These bad actors were able to drug him and infect him with a virus. While he was unaware, he was the one who went and passed this virus on to an entire Homo-Aqua population, and as a result of his action, 90% of that species perished. Yeesh, that’s not a great way to impress your new Homo-Aqua girlfriend.

2nd Place, Salt: 4 FN’F Score (2025) 5 ep.

Salt, on the other hand, held her own and acted admirably on behalf of her people. In the end, she was not able to enact the peace that she demanded or the respect for her people and oceans, but she was able to remove all the garbage from the seas and relocate her people. Will we ever see this character again? Probably not, but it is interesting to see these kinds of stories in the Who Universe.

1st Place, Kate Stewart: 30 FN’F Score (1995-2025) 2 Movies, 23 ep.

With this show and the movie, I was able to get completely caught up on Kate and have now watched 100% of Doctor Who visual media. I had been trying to get my hands on Daemons Rising for a long time and was stoked when I finally did. I was not expecting anything fantastic, but it is nice to have in the collection. I was also hoping to award Kate at least a couple of points from it, but, womp womp, those wilderness years were not kind to anyone. I will get into it more in the review, but Kate did not earn a single feat or fault from that film. However, she did earn a couple from Land and Sea. She improved her score by 5 points and finally entered the thirties! I want Kate to eventually hit the hundreds, but who knows if she’ll ever be able to pull it off.

FN’F Reviews: The War Between Land and Sea:

The War Between Land and Sea: 6/10

Land and Sea is a very realistic look at what would happen if another species were discovered on Earth. The Doctor is not around to bring out the best in humanity, so it is up to us to figure this pivotal moment out in Earth’s history. While some characters, like Kate and Barclay, have good intentions, the corrupt government, capitalism, and greed ultimately cause absolute destruction. There is no happy ending; instead, it shows humanity a mirror and allows us to come to terms with the society we have cultivated. Homo-Aqua should have stayed hidden, but instead, they witnessed and were culled by the horror that is our human species.

Besides the bummer of an overarching global plot, the smaller romantic story is engaging and the single bit of light in this bleak drama. The practical effects are also well done, making the world feel like Doctor Who. In the end, it is a nice little addition to Who lore, even if it puts a pit in your stomach that you won’t be able to shake for days. The best part is that Kate actually gets some! Way to go, Kate!

FN’F Reviews: Daemons Rising

Daemons Rising: 2/10

While Downtime was a relatively charming low-budget romp, this sequel is one of the most boring and inconsequential Doctor Who I have ever seen. Kate has no control over the plot, even though she has become the main protagonist. The story centers on a retired U.N.I.T. captain calling Kate for help after he stole the book of Daemons from the Black Archive. He has been uncontrollably reading it and eventually summons the Daemons from the Third Doctor’s era. Oh, and there is also a future ghost guy that never does anything but say that the future is in danger. Sometimes you can hear him, and sometimes he is on mute, but that doesn’t really matter because nothing really matters in this movie.

Eventually, the Daemon is summoned and asks what people want. He is basically a genie now for some reason. The Unit Captain is tempted by lust but eventually resists. Then the Daemon chastises the human race for always wanting power, and then eventually chooses love because Kat mentions it. Then the Daemon decided to go to the future and fix it? Kate does nothing, and the plot happens around her. The effects are god-awful, the sound design is dog shit, the soundtrack is non-existent, and the acting is boring and laughable. Unfortunately, it is not bad enough to be funny, and nothing saves this film. It is Doctor Who, so I am glad to have it in my collection. I just wish something, anything, had happened in it.

Thank you for tuning into review-heavy Freats N’ Faults! I hope you all have a fantastic week full of Jelly Babies, and I will see you next Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults.

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10th Place, Myrcella Baratheon: 0 FN’F Score (2011-2016)

15 ep.

Myrcella is the only Lannister who did nothing. Sure, her official name is Baratheon, but we all know she has the blood of a Lannister. Like, a lot of Lannister blood. Jaime is her true father, and the only one wh

o actually tried to rescue her. In the end, Myrcella is killed with a poisoned kiss to get back at Cersei. She never had a chance to get married, rule a kingdom, or make any lasting change. She was also in the fewest episodes compared to anyone in her family, so her score tracks.

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We are finishing our voyage into the Caribbean this week with the scurviest sea dogs of the briny depths. Let's welcome the villains from the Pirates of the Caribbean to the stage and see how well The Kraken, Davy Jones, Captain Salazar, Black Beard, Norrington, Beckett, Sao Feng, Mr. Mercer, and Angelica Teach plundered and pillaged their way up the ranks of the Feats N' Faults leaderboard.

FN’F Bracket Series 1: Winner!

-Indiana Jones-

We had an undisputed championship round where Indiana Jones received 100% of the vote! That means our very first Bracket Series winner is Indiana Jones. I first thought Indy only had 5 movies, and boy, was I wrong. Not only does he have those five films, but there was also a TV series titled "The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones." These are also considered canon and were planned out by George Lucas. So I have a lot to watch, so it will be a little longer than originally planned. I just wanted to thank everyone who participated in this year's bracket and to encourage you to consider becoming a paid subscriber to access the vault and have more say in what gets scored. Now let's get back to our normal programming.

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9th Place, Mr. Mercer: 2 FN’F Score (2006-2007) 2 Movies

In last place is Mr. Mercer. He is supposedly the Navy's muscle, but after his first appearances, he does very little. He is always there acting tough, but in the end, he gets killed by Davy Jones beard, so how tough can ya be?

8th Place, Angelica Teach: 3 FN’F Score (2011) 1 Movie

Angelica turned out to be the daughter of Black Beard after a bunch of twists and turns about whether she actually was. Gotta love a double or even triple twist, haha. She started off impersonating Jack and did more of him than of herself. Like Mercer, she is there and important to the plot, but never makes her mark on the scoreboard. She captures Jack, but he gets captured so many times that she is just one on a long list of people who have. She also took out some Navy and escaped her restraints. If it were not for her name, she would have looked like an ordinary pirate.

7th Place, Sao Feng: 3 FN’F Score (2007) 1 Movie

Speaking of ordinary pirates, for a Pirate Lord, Sao Feng did not do much. He had a mighty crew, a ship, and prestige, but captured the Pearl and then faded into the background. Love his scene at the beginning of the third film, but again, you need to have more than one good scene to make your mark on these seas.

6th Place, Beckett: 7 FN’F Score (2006-2007) 2 Movies

Our first Navy man on this list is Beckett. He is pretty tough shit when he is behind a desk, but the moment he hit combat, he froze like a little bitch. It does create one of the best scenes in all cinema, but man, does this guy choke harder than anything I’ve ever seen! What a loser.

5th Place, The Kraken: 8 FN’F Score (2006-2007) 2 Movies

The Kraken got done dirty in this series. This mythological beast was reduced to a dog put down by the Navy. If I were Davy, I would rather have died than put down my lovable beastie. Before her unceremonious end, The Kraken was able to sink two ships. However, his greatest feat was killing Sparrow and sending him to the Locker. This is the first villain who has earned their bonus by killing the hero! Nicely done, you overgrown Squiddly Diddly.

4th Place, Norrington: 10 FN’F Score (2003-2007) 3 Movies

“Norrington looks so much better as a pirate. That grimey bearded look is way better than his prim-and-proper wigged get-up. But I’d still be into it either way.” At least that is what my wife says. I tend to agree with her and know he would make a better pirate since that is where he earned all his points! The whole triangle of will Swan marry the Navy man, the dirty pirate, or the guy in between. It’s no wonder she chose the one in the middle. She got the best of both worlds with Will. Too bad for Norrington, he didn’t go, pirate before she left, or they would probably be the ones married right now.

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3rd Place, Black Beard: 12 FN’F Score (2011) 1 Movie

We have now made it to the top three and rightfully so. It was a tough battle for the top of this list, and it only took a couple of points to decide who would be the winner. Black Beard is a formidable foe, especially if you are on his ship. He can control his vessel with his sword. The ropes are extensions of his limbs, and it even has autopilot. It’s as if he ate a devil fruit. With this ultimate strength, he captured a fleet of ships and kept them in bottles. He captured the Pearl and even found the Fountain of Youth. In the end, he was tricked, but he dominated the movie he was in.

2nd Place, Davy Jones: 19 FN’F Score (2006-2007)

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I am so bummed that Davy Jones was knocked out of the top spot. He is a fantastic character on every front. Bill Nighy does a fantastic job of creating the tone and feel of the character, and this, combined with the still-amazing CGI, brought one of the most memorable villains to life. I cannot express how impressed I was by the special effects while rewatching these films. It is better than most stuff today and holds up better than any movie I have ever seen. I do not know whose soul they sold for these effects, but man, was it worth it.

Davy Jones lived up to his namesake and killed mythical creatures and pirate lords alike. Nothing stood in his way, and he was the keeper of the seas. At least until that pesky Will stole his heart and turned the world upside down.

1st Place, Captain Salazar: 20 FN’F Score (2017) 1 Movie

When I say I was dumbstruck that Captain Salazar was in first, I mean I cried for a week. I was rooting for Davy the entire time, and then pretty boy Javier Bardem swoops in and steals it from good ol’ squid face. He earned it by one single point! Just imagine what he would have been able to do with his ghost crew if he were free from that cave for more than a week. Salazar killed thousands of pirates while he was alive and even created the origin for Jack. Then, when he became a ghost, he still sank fleets and captured Barbossa. He earned his victory this week, but that doesn’t mean I have to be happy about it!

Thanks for tuning into another FN’F feed. We have finished our journey through the Caribbean. I hope you enjoyed your voyage and have a week full of plundering gold. I’ll see you all next Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults!

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We are back into one of my favorite IPs, Ben 10, and boy, do we have a bunch of misguided villains on this roster. Today, we are covering 39th-31st place. Most of the villains would consider themselves A-listers, but they barely made it to the middle of our ranking. In the end, they left a lot to be desired, while some of the generic muscle characters went above their means and provided a decent showing. Most of you skip past my preamble anyway, so let’s jump into the characters!

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While these Ben 10 villains might not be A-listers, the two in our finale are. Our gauntlet was brutal, and every week had ties or upsets. I had no idea who would come out on top, but here we are. The adventureman himself, Indiana Jones, vs the southern charm detective Benoit Blanc. Who will win our bracket and be the next IP to get the Feats N’ Fauls treatment? I can not wait to find out!

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39th Place, Servantis: 7 FN’F Score (2014) 3 ep.

Servantis is the leader of the Rooters, a dark cell in the Plumbers Agency that turned a little too experimental. He was experimenting on kids by using Kevin’s osmosian powers to transfer alien powers onto human children. His plan never amounted to much because his troops never achieved much, and we have already covered them on this tier list. In the end, I do not see the point of giving Plumbers alien powers when the majority of Plumbers are aliens to begin with! What is the sense in that?

38th Place, Maltruant: 7 FN’F Score (2014) 5 ep.

This chronosapian has the power to stop and rewind time. In my opinion, this is the ultimate power and has the highest potential to score in Feats N’ Faults. However, even with his ultimate powers, legion of evil Ben variants, plus a scheme that affects the multiverse, Maltruent falls short and never succeeds at anything. One of his feats was disabling a group of Omnitricies, and yet he still lost every encounter with Ben Prime. So much potential, so little achieved.

37th Place, Liam: 7 FN’F Score (2012-2014) 9 ep.

How does a simple chicken man beat a walking time machine? Just goes to show how unique the Feats N Faults system is, and anyone can compete. It does not matter who is stronger; what matters is what you do with it. Liam is just a petty criminal and hired muscle who shows up here and there in the series. He is one of my favorite designs in Omniverse, and Ben’s version of this chicken alien, Kickin Hawk, is always a joy to see on screen. Liam was able to stay this high on the list because he never scored a single fault. He knew when to fight, when to steal, and when to run away and kept to his tasks.

36th Place, Trombipulor: 7 FN’F Score (2011-2014) 6 ep.

Trombipulor could have been a real contender in this universe. This alien can power up on peanuts and grow to the size of a kaiju when he eats a handful. Even aliens like Gravattack had difficulties dealing with him. However, he was underutilized and therefore never had a chance to score. Justice for Trombipulor!

35th Place, Inspector 13: 7 FN’F Score (2012-2014) 4 ep.

Inspector 13 is one of the masterminds behind the Techadons, which are some of the strongest robots in the galaxy. They are the elite weapons manufacturers in the series, and any A-Grade weapon is of Techadonian origin. This particular weapons master was disgraced and exiled, forced to become a bounty hunter of sorts. While his tech is impressive and formidable, Ben and his team beat him on multiple occasions. His tech may be impressive, but his score is not.

34th Place, SevenSeven: 8 FN’F Score (2008-2014) 6 ep.

SevenSeven is one of what I call the Numbers Family. SevenSeven is like an upgraded SixSix and presumably part of either the same team or family. They are both the same species with similar armor, so it would make sense. I remember being a kid and hearing SevenSeven and shitting myself because he had to be so much stronger than SixSix. It’s funny how our brains can be manipulated just by giving a character a higher number, haha.

SevenSeven has some impressive feats under his belt. He captured queens, took down emperors, and even disarmed one of the best Plumbers in history. Yet, when his mask broke, he ran away like a little coward. Guess vanity will get you like that.

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33rd Place, Kangaroo Commando: 8 FN’F Score

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Surprisingly, Kangaroo Commando is this high on the list. Even big Ben 10 fans might not remember this guy. A disgraced superhero turned villain with weird gadgets. He joined the Vengers and tried to upstage and beat Ben, but it never worked. D-Tier villain that somehow wasn’t filtered out.

32nd Place, Rojo: 9 FN’F Score (2006-2014) 6 ep.

Rojo was a simple biker chick who robbed armored trucks but was fused with alien tech by Vilgax. She eventually broke free of his control and used this tech to up her game and become an intergalactic gun-for-hire. She put Max in the hospital, but aside from that, her feats are pretty generic and low-level. Still, it is always nice to add another bounty hunter to our roster of characters.

31st Place, Sir Enoch: 9 FN’F Score (2006-2011) 7 ep.

Finishing up this list is Enoch. Enoch showed up in Ben 10 and briefly in Secret Saturdays, and yet he is one of the lower Forever Knights. Enoch was our introduction into the secret organization, but was quickly overshadowed as the series went on. Instead of a forever king, he was a leader of a small branch. As the organization grew in size, he became that much more underwhelming. Cool design, fun character, however he was lackluster and quickly overshadowed.

Thanks for tuning into another Feats N’ Faults. Let me know in the comments who you think will be the highest scoring Ben 10 villain, and I will see you all next Thursday for another spectacular feed. I hope you have a heroic week!

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Today we are looking at a Netflix original, The Seven Dials by Agatha Christie. It has been a while since we explored a good old-fashioned detective story, so why not look at something current for a change? At first, I thought this was a movie, but I was pleasantly surprised to see that they took their time, made three episodes, and turned it into a mini-series. We will be looking at our detectives Bundle and Battle as well as Jimmy, Dr. Matip, and Loraine.

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5th Place, Jimmy: 2 FN’F Score (2026) 3 ep.

Jimmy was the on-again, off-again person of interest in this series. I know I have a warning at the beginning of every feed, but once again, this is a mystery show, and I am about to spoil the hell out of it. Anyway, Jimmy is a friend of Bundle who was in on everything from the beginning. He killed one of their best friends because he was snooping in the right direction and disarmed a man. Besides that, he was a schemer. He tried to show his innocence by faking fighting off a would-be thief, but Battle was too smart for that. There was just never any weight to Jimmy’s actions, and none of his plans came to fruition.

4th Place, Dr. Matip: 2 FN’F Score (2026) 3 ep.

Dr. Matip is the victim in this case. He developed a polymer that made metal extra strong. As the British wish to strengthen their military, they bring the doctor in to try to convince him to share his formula with them. Instead, his formula was stolen right out from under his nose. Jolly bad show there, Brits, jolly bad show.

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3rd Place, Loraine: 3 FN’F Score (2026) 3 ep.

Even though Loraine was not the mastermind, she achieved the most out of the “villains” of this series. She was able to steal Dr. Matip’s files and steal a car to get away. She also poisoned and killed Bundle’s fiancé, which I considered a feat, but in reality, it was her largest fault because it made Bundle care about this case. In the end, she never got the formula to the mastermind, but she got real close.

2nd Place, Battle: 3 FN’F Score (2026) 3 ep.

In second place, we have the real detective, Battle. How embarrassing that the professional was outdone by the amateur. Turns out Battle is one of the Seven Dials that don’t really affect the story in any way. They establish a secret organization as a red herring and some intrigue, but it never amounts to much. They have some cool outfits and clock face helmets, but nothing is done with them. By the end, this organization does leave the door open to make sequels, but I doubt any will be made. However, I would be first in line to watch the next installment if they ever make one.

1st Place, Bundle: 5 FN’F Score (2026) 3 ep.

In the first place, we have an amateur detective, Bundle. She becomes obsessed with the case because her fiancé supposedly killed himself. She knows this is impossible and makes it her mission to find out what happened. During this time, she attracts the attention of the Seven Dials and proves herself worthy to take her father’s place and join that secret organization. A score of 5 is nothing impressive for this feed, but with the potential of more mini series, you never know how high she might go.

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The Seven Dials: 6/10

It is a fine little murder mystery. It is intriguing enough to warrant three episodes, but it lacks enough twists to make you want to rewatch. I did not predict the ending, which I will not reveal, but it just does not push the envelope enough. If you are looking for a cozy little mystery, this is the show for you. If you are looking for more suspense, then look elsewhere. While I only gave it a six, I would watch more installments, ts as I do enjoy the chemistry between Bundle and Battle.

Thanks for tuning into another Feats N’ Faults. Let me know your favorite detective in the comments so we can keep growing the ranks of amazing detectives in our data banks. I hope you have a mysterious week, and I will see you next Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults!

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Wow, do I have some real contenders for you today! Voltron: Legendary Defender is a fantastic show you will never see again. This show was a Netflix original made by DreamWorks Animation. It was a fantastic series with breathtaking animation, but streaming, like always, ruins everything. A year ago, immediately after I finished watching and scoring the series, DreamWorks decided to remove many of its titles from Netflix. This included Voltron. But wait a minute, it was a Netflix original, so where does it go? Nowhere. That is right, it has just vanished into the ether. At least we can watch the DVD releases, right? Wrong! They released a DVD set for seasons 1-6, but sales were insufficient for Netflix, so there was no physical release for seasons 7-8. This show can no longer be watched in its entirety due to licensing. Man, does the world suck. I would kill for a bootleg of this show on Blu-ray. If anyone out there knows where I can get my hands on it, let me know! Seriously, please send me that link.

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7th Place, Hunk: 101 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 72 ep.

Hunk is the heart of the team. He’s the hugable cook that may not be the bravest, but he always has a level head and puts his friends first. While he may be in last place, he is the only paladin to not earn a single fault. With 72 episodes under his belt, that is impressive. Also, as you can see, our last place is already above that dreaded hundred barrier! We are in for some high-scoring characters that have the potential to shake up the leaderboard for a long time.

6th Place, Lance: 108 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 73 ep.

Lance is the screwup. He is clumsy and overconfident, but his character grows not only into a competent pilot but also into an emotionally mature individual. In the end, his love for Allura is reciprocated, but only to be turned into sorrow when she sacrifices herself for the Universe. Lance does not become bitter; instead, she uses this passion and heartfelt departure to teach future generations and spread her memory. The clown became the example, and that is a thing of beauty.

5th Place, Shiro: 110 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 69 ep.

Shiro was once the leader of the Paladins and pilot of the Black Lion. Still, by the end of the series, he passed that position down and became the leader of the Earth Garrison. He uses his training, experience, and strategic mind to assist not only Voltron but also the Earth.

When I say experience, I mean his bad ass action moves. This madman was captured by Galra, but instead of being locked in a cell, he became the champion of their gladiatorial arena! The dude even kicked a guard in half, like two pieces flying because of his bare leg. I’d say just leave if I were his cell guard. Unlike Lance, Shiro was able to get his happy ending and marry his husband in the final credits. I’m happy someone gets to live a nice life after the events of Voltron.

4th Place, Keith: 134 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 64 ep.

In most shows, I would say Keith is the most interesting, but Voltron does such a good job of giving every character their own ongoing arc that I can only say his character development is fantastic. He was one of the more competent paladins, but he dealt with impostor syndrome, and the task of leading caused not only his ego but also his confidence to collapse. He had to go off on his own, join an elite assassin ring, and discover his lineage before he could return. Then he was a born leader, not only proving it to others but more importantly, himself. He put his newly acquired skills to use piloting the Black Lion and leading Ultron. The dude is a monster, and his score is a representation of that.

3rd Place, Pidge: 155 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 73 ep.

In third place is Pidge. This placement will surprise a lot of people, but she earned this position. Just like the other Pidge piloted Ultron, saved planets, and even had her own character arc where she finally found her brother. Her placement ahead of the others comes from her technical know-how. She not only kicked but also earned points through her fighting prowess, diplomatic channels, and intelligence. Whenever a piece of tech needed to be hacked, unlocked, or powered up, Pidge handled it. Those feats and reliance on her are what put this paladin ahead of the others. Man, am I proud of her since she’s my favorite on the team, and it’s not very often my favorite survives a series, let alone scores this well!

2nd Place, Allura: 393 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 71 ep.

In second place and the best of the Paladins is Allura. She did not start out as a Paladine, but even when she was piloting a lion, she piloted the castle and demolished oncoming threats. Once she got her hands on Ultron, she became that much more of a threat to the Galra. What put her ahead is her final act. Not only did she sacrifice herself. She sacrificed herself to save the entire multiverse. Every universe out there is safe because of Allura. That is the highest value action you can accrue here on Feats N’ Faults, so it is no wonder that this skyrocketed her to the top of the Leaderboards for years to come.

1st Place, Voltron: 407 FN’F Score (2016-2018) 36 ep.

Ultron was the character that scored the most points in the series. Most of his feats were worth jumbo points, as he was the one formed to save planets and universes. God, did he look awesome doing it, too. His weapons and upgrades kept him ahead of the Galra, and he showed no mercy. When the Paladins came together and formed Ultron, you knew that some work was about to be done. He was perfect in his actions as well, and the Paladins never faltered and earned a fault while he was established. I love seeing a giant mecha join our leaderboards, and I wonder who will be able to get past him.

Thanks for tuning into this very influential Feats N’ Faults. I was expecting these characters to score well, but not to leave this kind of footprint on our tier lists. It really sucks that no one out there can watch it, but trust me, it was a fantastic show.

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We covered the captains, so now let’s take a look at the crew that makes everything happen behind the scenes. These Pirates movies feature memorable supporting characters. They’re dirty, grimy, little creatures, but they make the world feel lived in and give it a dash of charm. Today’s crewmen that will be covered are Mr. Gibbs, Cotton, Regetti, Pintel, Calypso, Marty, Carina Smyth, Jack, and Henry Turner. Who would make the best first mate?

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9th Place, Mr. Cotton: 1 FN’F Score (2003-2007) 3 Movies, 1 Short

Cotton is a fun character, but they never do anything past his description. He is a mute pirate whose parrot speaks for him. It is a funny gag and gets a fun reaction out of Jack Sparrow, but that’s where that ends. He is always there and in the background, but he never does anything. Trust me, I tried to get him more points, but he never accomplishes anything. Still a cool character though.

8th Place, Regetti: 3 FN’F Score (2003-2007) 3 Movies

Regetti is one of the most memorable crew members of the Black Pearl. The antics with his false eye always make me laugh, and the revelation that it was a piece of nine is fantastic. However, you’d think Barbossa would have been more protective of him if he needed his eye to be a part of the pirates’ council. Regetti was able to take out a couple of men, saved Elizabeth from the Kraken, and freed the spirit of the sea. When you put it like that, Regetti has some amazing feats.

7th Place, Calypso: 3 FN’F Score (2003-2007) 3 Movies

Calypso is an interesting character. She is true magic and even brings Barbossa back from the dead. She is capable of these feats because she is the literal spirit of the sea. With all that power, and even after being freed, she does nothing with that power. She creates a giant vortex, but the Pearl and Dutchman just sail around it like it’s nothing. She should have just sunk the lot of em’ and been done with it.

6th Place, Pintel: 4 FN’F Score (2003-2007) 3 Movies

Pintel is the other half of the Ragetti duo. He would have scored the exact same if Regetti hadn’t earned himself that fault. Pintel might have been able to score higher, but his feats sound a lot less fantastical. He mostly just killed people. But hey, that is one way to play this game, and it worked out for him.

What’s wonderful is that these two actors had never met before the filming of the series. They immediately built a good rapport, and that carried over to the set. Some of the funniest moments from the original trilogy are because of these two. Their bond was so great that they still get together once a year to hang out and reminisce about their time on Pirates. Friendship is a beautiful thing.

5th Place, Carina Smyth: 5 FN’F Score (2017) 1 Movie

Carina is the smartest character in the entire series. She grew up with an impossible treasure map, and instead of selling the jewel in the front, she actually solved the mystery. She is a master of the stars and intimidated men at the time to the point that they labeled her a witch and tried to hang her. Turns out this was Barbossa’s child, and then it becomes clear why her sailing and survival instincts are so sharp.

4th Place, Marty: 6 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 4 Movies

Marty! He has very few speaking lines, but he appears in 4 movies, and he kicks butt in every single one of them. Blowing up a group of Navy men really set him apart from the rest.

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3rd Place, Jack: 7 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 5 Movies

Jack is my favorite crew member by far. This little undead monkey is not only a terrific mascot but also makes some tremendous moves. He is great at stealing items, but somehow he was able to take out the pirates and the Navy. He killed one of Davy Jones ‘ fish pirates and blew up a group of the Navy with fireworks. What a good lil monkey! Hehe, just look at that dapper lil gentleman on the character card. What a legend.

2nd Place, Henry Turner: 9 FN’F Score (2017) 1 Movie

In second place, we have Henry Turner. Yes, that Turner. Henry, the son of Will and Elizabeth, is tasked with freeing his father from the Dutchman's curse. He knows he needs the trident of Poseidon, but that’s it. His journey is mostly about finding people more capable than he is. He finds Jack, then Carina, and through them, he reaches the trident. For second place, he really was just a barnacle under the hull of these other characters. He achieved this place by destroying the trident and breaking every curse of the sea. He then got the girl, saved his dad, and reunited everyone with his family. Glad things worked out for him, haha.

1st Place, Mr. Gibbs: 1 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 5 Movies

Wooooo, go Gibbs! Gibbs is the right-hand man to Sparrow and always turns up for his captain. He saved Jack, stole a fleet of ships from Black Beard, and even became captain of the Black Pearl. He truly is the best first mate that any captain could have.

Thanks for tuning into another Feats N’ Faults. Thanks again for making your votes heard and choosing Pirates of the Caribbean as your most wanted movie IP. We have one more feed to go to cover the villains, and then we will have everyone cataloged in the Feats N’ Faults database. I hope you all have a rum-filled week, and I will see you all Thursday for more Feats N’ Faults.

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You all voted and made your voices heard, and today we are covering The Pirates of the Caribbean! There are too many characters to cover in a single feed, so we split them up into three. The Captains, The Villains, and The Crew. Today, we will be taking a look at our favorite captains, Jack Sparrow, Hector Barbossa, Will Turner, Elizabeth “Swan” Turner, and Captain Teague. These are our primary protagonists and Jack’s dad, just for fun. Do you think Jack will be able to keep his legacy, or can Barbossa steal it from him like he stole the Pearl?

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5th Place, Captain Teague: 2 FN’F Score (2007-2017) 3 Movies

I wish there were more to say about Teague. He shows up, saves his son, Jack Sparrow, and kills a man who threatens to break the pirates’ code. Besides that, he never really has a moment. He is more of a mythological figure who demands respect, but we never see why.

4th Place, Elizabeth “Swan” Turner: 22 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 4 Movies

Elizabeth is the reason our adventure kicks off! She stole some cursed pirate gold to save Will’s life, and the mere act of it touching the sea brought Barbossa to shore. She started out as a proper little princess, but by the end of the original trilogy, she is not only a true pirate but also the king of the pirate council! Eat your heart out, Monkey D. Luffy. She has the most character development and growth of any character in the entire series.

Elizabeth’s struggles are her pull back and forth between Jack and Will. While she will never admit it, she did consider a life with Jack. Moreover, she considered what a life of freedom would be like. Will was safe. Will was home, but Jack was excited and had an adventure. Who was she really, and in the end, she chose Will not only as her man but the life she wanted.

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3rd Place, Will Turner: 26 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 4 Movies

Will never wanted to be a pirate, but he had that lust for gold and adventure running through his veins. The pirate life drew him out from being a simple smith, and now look at him. He was the captain of the Flying Dutchman. You can not get more pirate lore than that. To gain control, he killed Davy Jones. He did his best, he got the girl, but he wasn’t able to make it to our top spot for this feed.

2nd Place, Hector Barbossa: 42 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 5 Movies

I love Barbossa. Rewatching these, I forgot how big a role he had. He is in these movies just as much as Jack and with just as much importance. While calculating points, I really was not sure who would end up on top.

Barbossa started out as a villain but became a charming anti-hero like Team Rocket, where you just can’t seem to shake him. He is with Jack, against Jack, and then back to risking his own hide to save the rotting bulger. His loyalties lie with the code and his beloved Pearl. He would do anything for that ship. That is, until he killed the most pirate pirate around, Black Beard, and stole his sword and Anne’s Revenge. The man had a magic sword that could literally control his ship. Now that’s a pirate!

In the end, Barbossa found his daughter and realized she was an adventurer just like him. This newfound treasure was not long-lived as he sacrificed himself to save her life. What a fitting end to a legendary Pirate. Plus, a 42 is nothing to sneeze at. To put that in perspective, Barbossa scored the same as The Night King from Game of Thrones and Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man from Marvel.

1st Place, Captain Jack Sparrow: 60 FN’F Score (2003-2017) 5 Movies

Is it really that much of a surprise that Jack came in first? What I am really wondering is whether Indiana Jones can score higher than him, since they both share a series with 5 movies. Until we figure that out, we will have to celebrate Jack for a well-fought score. Captain Jack Sparrow achieved a lot on the seas. He found the fountain of youth, became a god to a tribe of cannibals, beat Davy Jones, found and captained the Black Pearl, and even survived quite a few executions! One of Jack’s superpowers is being underestimated. You would think that with his notoriety and history, fellow pirates and the navy would take him seriously. However, every time they see this stumbling, bumbling pirate, they immediately think they are better than him. While Black Beard ruled out of fear, Jack survived through inelegance. What a pirate and the epitome of freedom and living by the seat of your pants. To put Jack into perspective, he was able to score higher than fellow space pirate Spike from Cowboy Bebop and Chewbacca from Star Wars. That’s some pretty respectable company. But seriously, why is the Rum always gone?

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Game of Thrones: Top 10

10th Place, Jaime Lannister: 36 FN’F Score (2011-2019) 55 ep.

The Kingslayer is the top of the Lannister family. He was able to lead armies… unless they were attacked by dragons. He was also the greatest swordsman in the land….well, until he got his hand cut off. Well, at least he had a terrific survival instinct… unless his sister was underneath falling rubble. Hmm, ok, so he doesn’t have the best judgment skills, but he was good at killing people. He also had the guts to go and fight the Night King instead of waiting and hiding in Kings Landing. He has some questionable faults, but his feats make him stand out among his family and all the representatives from Game of Thrones. He was a kind guard, and with this score, it is no wonder that he was on our Top Tier Council.

Jamie grew on me as the series went on. I despised him, then tolerated him, and then he was just about to earn my respect. Then he left Brienne. He was so close to being redeemed, but Jamie could never break the bond with his sister. Jamie was even making the right decisions up to that point, but let Brienne down and skedaddled just to get crushed by some rocks. Not a very dignified way to end it.

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