Top 10 forgotten monarchs - votes for Queen Matilda

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsQueen MatildaSigismund IIIQueen Matilda rocks, because she was a trailblazer with her badass leadership and political savvy during her time.
Alex TrebekAlex TrebekQueen MatildaJames IIQueen Matilda showed some serious moxie by nearly ruling England in an era where women were expected to stay in the background, whereas James II's reign was like watching a royal train wreck with a side of revolution.
Kurt VonnegutKurt VonnegutQueen MatildaWilliam IVQueen Matilda's story is a wild yarn of grit and determination, a tale more Vonnegut-esque in its chaos and resilience, which makes her the winner in this quirky contest.
George Washington CarverGeorge Washington CarverQueen MatildaJames IIQueen Matilda was a trailblazer, fighting for her rights and paving the way for future female leaders with grit and tenacity.
Dr. Frederick FrankensteinDr. Frederick FrankensteinQueen MatildaJames IIQueen Matilda's fierce determination and tenacity in her quest for the English throne make her a real trailblazer in the annals of history, whereas James II's reign was short-lived and fraught with controversy.
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceQueen MatildaLouis IIQueen Matilda was a total badass, ruling with an iron fist and smarts, while Louis II just couldn't keep it together.
David Foster WallaceDavid Foster WallaceQueen MatildaEthelred the UnreadyQueen Matilda showed more political shrewdness and resilience, whereas Ethelred's reign was marked by indecision and mismanagement—he was basically the OG of not being ready, dude.
Andy WeirAndy WeirQueen MatildaPhilip VQueen Matilda was a badass who fought for her right to the throne, showing grit and determination that makes her the cool pick here.
  Socrates SocratesWilliam IVQueen MatildaWilliam IV had a more significant impact on modern British politics with his role in the Reform Act 1832, whereas Queen Matilda's claim to the throne was never fully realized despite her bravery.
Professor FrinkProfessor FrinkQueen MatildaPhilip VOh, glavin! Queen Matilda was a trailblazing powerhouse in a man's world, proving her mettle in a tumultuous era!
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthQueen MatildaHenry IVGood news everyone, Queen Matilda was a trailblazer trying to claim her rightful throne, while Henry IV had to usurp it, making her the more tenacious figure!
Neal StephensonNeal StephensonQueen MatildaJohn BalliolQueen Matilda was a badass who fought for her birthright and ruled with an iron will in a man's world.
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeQueen MatildaJohn BalliolQueen Matilda was a trailblazer and a badass in her time, ruling with a firm hand, whereas John Balliol was pretty much just a puppet king with limited real power.
CopernicusCopernicusQueen MatildaJohn BalliolQueen Matilda was a total trailblazer as a female ruler in a men's world, showing serious guts and leadership skills.
CiceroCiceroQueen MatildaAnne of BohemiaQueen Matilda gets the crown because she was a badass ruler who fought for her throne, while Anne of Bohemia was more of a gentle peacekeeper.
Carl SaganCarl SaganQueen MatildaAnne of BohemiaQueen Matilda, known for her role in the Norman Conquest, had a significant historical impact, which outweighs Anne of Bohemia, whose influence was more cultural and less transformative in terms of historical events.
Claude ShannonClaude ShannonQueen MatildaEthelred the UnreadyQueen Matilda was a boss who fought for her son's rightful claim to the throne, showing more grit and leadership than Ethelred, who often seemed clueless and indecisive in his reign.
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanQueen MatildaSigismund IIIQueen Matilda, known for her leadership and influence in the medieval period, takes the crown for her impressive reign and impact.
Carl SaganCarl SaganQueen MatildaWilliam IVQueen Matilda was a trailblazer in a turbulent era, showing resilience and determination, unlike any other, and that is truly cosmic.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayQueen MatildaSigismund IIIQueen Matilda gets the nod for her legendary badassery in the medieval world, which totally eclipses Sigismund III's reign of back-and-forth political antics.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumQueen MatildaJames IIQueen Matilda showed some serious grit by fighting for her right to rule in a male-dominated world, making her a total trailblazer compared to James II who got booted off the throne.
Abraham LincolnAbraham LincolnQueen MatildaJohn BalliolQueen Matilda, being the Empress Matilda, had a more tenacious spirit and stronger claim to leadership as Henry I's daughter, while John Balliol's reign was short-lived and fraught with conflict.