The Ultimate Showdown: Unveiling the Absolute Best JoJo Villain of All Time

Fans of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure have been treated to the depiction of numerous villains and their terrifying Stand powers in the anime. While the protagonists possess reckless, extraordinary, and audacious qualities that endear them to the audience, the villains of this longstanding series enjoy even greater popularity for similar reasons.

The ranking of these villains is primarily based on their impact on the story and their narrative significance, rather than their Stand abilities or other powers they may possess. Additionally, their overall popularity has also been taken into consideration, as some villains have an overwhelming fan following. Warning: fans must be cautious of spoilers from all parts of the anime, as it is impossible to discuss the villains without mentioning their fates. Without any further delay, here are the top 10 villains from the JoJo's Bizarre Adventure anime.

10 Esidisi

9 Kars

Esidisi, one of the three Pillar Men, had harnessed the power of the Stone Mask thousands of years ago. As a warrior, he is fueled by hot-blooded intensity. He goes to extremes, superheating his blood beyond boiling point and using his own blood vessels as deadly weapons. Esidisi possesses remarkable intelligence on the battlefield, surpassing even Joseph "Your next line is!" Joestar in terms of strategic instincts and analysis. Unlike Kars, he lacks an overwhelming ego, and unlike Wamuu, he isn't bound by a strict code of honor. This allows Esidisi to employ any means necessary to secure victory, including feigning cowardice or resorting to underhanded tricks against opponents.

Kars, the leader of the three Pillar Men, surpasses his companions Wamuu and Esidisi in arrogance, bloodlust, and willingness to fight dirty. Although he may lack cleverness and physical strength, he compensates with an unyielding ruthlessness and unwavering authority. It was Kars who wiped out his entire civilization, creating the Stone Mask and setting in motion Dio's transformation and all subsequent events. His transformation into the Ultimate Life Form during the climax of Battle Tendency grants him unimaginable powers surpassing those of any other character. Joseph must outsmart Kars and permanently remove him from the battlefield, leading to one of the most severe fates depicted in the series.

8 Wamuu

7 Risotto Nero

: Wamuu, the third Pillar Man, surpasses even his leader in terms of popularity. As Joseph's formidable adversary during his younger years, Wamuu exhibits unwavering loyalty towards his companions, a profound respect for formidable opponents, and an outright disdain for cowardice. A true warrior, he embodies a sense of honor that permeates his very being. While these characteristics ultimately lead to his demise, they also endear him to fans. Wamuu's significance extends beyond being responsible for the demise of Joseph's friend Caesar, whom he held in high regard as a noble warrior. His epic chariot race battle against Joseph stands as one of the most memorable episodes in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. Displaying incredible determination, Wamuu comes close to emerging victorious, even resorting to gouging out his own eyes to counter Joseph's cunning attempts at manipulation.

Risotto, the chilling and arrogant leader of Passione's execution squad, commands respect and fear. His Stand, Metallica, possesses the extraordinary ability to control all iron, even within a person's body. This power allows Risotto to create deadly instruments like needles and razor blades within his opponent's bloodstream. Despite losing two comrades as a warning, he remains determined to expose and overthrow the Boss. As the sole survivor of La Squadra, he stumbles upon the Boss who is concealed within the Stand user Doppio. Facing formidable adversaries like Doppio and Diavolo, Risotto comes remarkably close to victory. In a final act of desperation, he even attempts to use the attack from Aerosmith, which leads to his demise, as a means to take down the Boss.

6 Vinegar Doppio

Doppio, the kinder and more cheerful soul within his body, has garnered numerous fans. However, one should not be deceived by his demeanor. As Passione's underboss, he possesses little reluctance when it comes to eliminating his adversaries, especially those who endanger the hidden identity of the Boss. Oblivious to the fact that he himself is "the Boss's" alter ego, Doppio is prepared to risk his own life to safeguard him, much to Diavolo's dismay. In a confrontation against Risotto, Doppio defies orders to retreat, even when on the brink of death at the hands of Metallica. Driven by determination, he persists in the battle, striving to comprehend the intricacies of the Stand and ultimately vanquish Risotto.

5 Hol Horse

Out of all of Dio's henchmen in Stardust Crusaders, Hol Horse stands out as the most popular. In fact, he became so beloved by fans that he even received his own spinoff alongside Josuke. It's easy to see why he became a fan favorite. From his cowboy persona to his ability to effortlessly team up with other villains, Hol Horse captured the hearts of many. Despite not having a humanoid Stand like Guido Mista, his confidence far outweighed his actual skills, making him endearing in his own unique way. Despite often displaying cowardice, Hol Horse mustered up the courage to take a shot at Dio from behind. Funnily enough, Dio couldn't help but appreciate Hol Horse's audacity, sparing his life. This makes Hol Horse one of the very few on this list who managed to escape Dio's wrath.

4 Diavolo

3 Enrico Pucci

Diavolo, the dangerously paranoid Boss of Passione, goes to extreme lengths to conceal his true identity, resorting to murder to prevent anyone from unmasking him. The shocking revelation that he is even willing to sacrifice his own teenage daughter to sever any ties to himself significantly alters the course of the Golden Wind storyline. Fans are captivated by the escalating intensity and the enigma surrounding such a villain. While some argue that his Stand, King Crimson, defies logic in the JoJo universe, Diavolo's mastery of it makes him a truly terrifying adversary. Unlike characters like Kars or Dio who undergo transformations or power upgrades, Diavolo remains uniquely formidable right from the beginning. Unfortunately, his downfall ultimately results from his own hubris, as he arrogantly underestimates the possibility of facing a worthy opponent.

Father Pucci, the head priest at Green Dolphin Street Prison, cunningly manipulates the inmates to further his elaborate plan of attaining "heaven" that he has meticulously crafted over the years. Meeting Dio during his youth profoundly changed the course of Pucci's life, and even after Dio's demise, Pucci's unwavering love for him remains akin to devotion for a divine being. With an air of practicality and subdued intensity, Pucci guards his intentions closely, executing his schemes covertly and beyond anyone's suspicion until it is too late to thwart him. Astonishingly, he even manages to virtually vanquish one of the most formidable characters in the realm of anime, Jotaro Kujo, by absconding with his Stand and erasing his memories.

2 Yoshikage Kira

Kira, as his name suggests, lacks any grand aspirations or plans for world domination: his sole purpose in life is to eliminate. With his stand Killer Queen, he accomplishes this without consequence, taking his victims' hands as macabre trophies while erasing any other trace of evidence. Shrouded in darkness, ruthless, and unfathomably cold, Kira both terrorizes and captivates his followers with his distorted logic and fixations. In stark contrast to his JoJoLion counterpart, Kira places no worth on lives that do not belong to him. He will stop at nothing to safeguard his own identity, even resorting to converting individuals into explosive instruments of their own demise if they dare to disclose any information about him.

1 Dio Brando

Dio Brando is a truly unique character. Initially driven by the desire to escape from poverty and seize the Joestar fortune from his adoptive brother Jonathan, his ambitions soar to new heights when he transforms into a vampire using the Stone Mask. Even after being beheaded, he manages to survive by attaching his head to Jonathan's body. With a peculiar entourage of followers and a burning desire to rule the world and attain ultimate power, Dio's enormous ego propels him forward, yet he remains cautious and seldom reckless. Undeniably, Dio is the most beloved antagonist in JoJo for his unapologetically outrageous and larger-than-life acts of villainy.

There are numerous remarkable villains encountered throughout the series, especially in parts 7 and 8, which have yet to be animated. Therefore, the villains mentioned here are only a small selection of Jojo's finest. Jojo's Bizarre Adventure possesses a unique talent for creating antagonists that fans thoroughly enjoy despising, and Dio is a prime example of this. The allure of these villains extends beyond just the fanbase, as they captivate the interest of all. Undoubtedly, fans of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure eagerly anticipate the introduction of the next group of villains on their TV screens, and it will undoubtedly be a delightful experience when it finally happens.