Fantasy vs. Reality: Which Video Game Boss Would Be the Hardest to Defeat in Real Life?
When it comes to video game bosses, the line between fantasy and reality becomes quite blurred. Most of these formidable adversaries are transcendent beings or mythical creatures with supernatural abilities and often an inhumanly large arsenal of raw power. But what if we try to determine which of these bosses would be the hardest to fight in real life?
Is Any Boss a Normal Human?
First and foremost, it's important to clarify that any boss that isn't an average humanoid, that is, a sapient being resembling a human body shape without any supernatural powers, doesn't fit the criteria. For monsters that are larger than Mount Everest, or have supernatural or superhuman powers, they would be practically unstoppable in real life due to their sheer dominance over mortal beings.
A Horror Show from Dark Souls: The Stone Knight
The Stone Knight from Dark Souls is one such legend. His weapon, a club shaped like a phallus, delivers a fearsome blow. Getting hit by this would lead to an unimaginable fate—shitting brain matter. This alone is horrifying. His armor rating is also absurd; hitting him with a longsword is akin to attempting to stab a lion with a toothpick. In real life, facing such a heavily armored, fantastically endowed weapon-wielder would be nothing short of a nightmarish scenario.
Supernatural Abilities and Overpowered Characters
The majority of video game bosses possess supernatural abilities and/or are accompanied by an army. The protagonists in many games often have attributes surpassing those of even the best athletes in the real world. Characters like Geralt, Ezio, Kenway, Lara Croft, and many more are capable of incredible feats such as climbing mountains or swimming for miles without any signs of fatigue. These abilities put them well beyond the reach of even the most elite athletes. They can engage in battles against hordes of humans with graceful, flawless moves, making even Bruce Lee look ordinary by comparison.
When it comes to real-life combat, the disparity is stark. Consider high-profile fighting games like Tekken, Street Fighter, and King of Fighters. Even experienced players, like myself, who have faced these characters, find themselves at a significant disadvantage due to the sheer power and efficiency of their moves. For others, the chances of surviving a street brawl are less than 50/50, especially considering age and physical condition.
Even relatively 'normal' villains in games like the Far Cry series and the Tomb Raider series have an army at their command. How many of us can truly live up to the legend of Rambo, with his unyielding determination and tactical genius?
Conclusion
Thus, when faces with the overwhelming landscape of video game bosses, it's challenging to pinpoint which one would be the hardest to defeat in real life. Indeed, virtually any of these bosses possess attributes that make them far superior to us mere mortals. Whether it's the might of the Stone Knight, the supernatural powers of a mythical creature, or the well-equipped and knowledgeable prowess of a seasoned character like Rambo or Bruce Lee, the line between fantasy and reality in the world of gaming is undoubtedly blurred.