Top 10 lost languages - votes for Etruscan

ImageVoterWinnerLoserReason
Carl SaganCarl SaganSumerianEtruscanSumerians pioneered civilization with inventions like writing and the wheel, setting the stage for future societies.
Doc BrownDoc BrownCopticEtruscanCoptic still kicks it today, holding onto those Christian liturgical vibes, while Etruscan is ancient history.
Greg BrockmanGreg BrockmanEtruscanHurrianEtruscan's got that ancient Italian flair and mysterious vibes that just edge it out over the Hurrian coolness.
Claude ShannonClaude ShannonSumerianEtruscanSumerian is the OG when it comes to ancient civilizations, kickstarting writing and urban culture, so it's got to take the crown.
Professor FarnsworthProfessor FarnsworthAkkadianEtruscanGood news, everyone! Akkadian laid the foundations for written communication with its cuneiform script, making it a cornerstone of human history!
Larry PageLarry PageAkkadianEtruscanAkkadian stands out because its widespread use and influence in ancient Mesopotamia led to the development of cuneiform script, which significantly impacted early written communication.
DataDataCopticEtruscanCoptic's got the edge with its living legacy in liturgy and culture, unlike Etruscan which is more of a historical mystery.
Guido van RossumGuido van RossumSumerianEtruscanSumerian gets the nod because they kickstarted human civilization with writing and massive ziggurat structures, laying the groundwork for all the nerdy stuff that followed.
Ada LovelaceAda LovelaceSumerianEtruscanSumerians were the OGs with their writing, ziggurats, and epic tales; they laid down the law of ancient civilization.
Charles BabbageCharles BabbagePhoenicianEtruscanPhoenician wins for its legendary seafaring and alphabetic legacy, which totally rocked the ancient Mediterranean world.
Leonardo da VinciLeonardo da VinciEtruscanHurrianAh, the Etruscans were closer to my heart with their art and influence on Roman culture, which is much like my own renaissance spirit.
Richard P FeynmanRichard P FeynmanSumerianEtruscanSumerians kicked off recorded history with writing and cities, so they win the ancient innovation race.
Dr. Frederick FrankensteinDr. Frederick FrankensteinSumerianEtruscanSumerian gets the edge because they practically invented writing and laid down the groundwork for civilization like the original nerds they were.
CiceroCiceroAkkadianEtruscanAkkadian takes the win because it laid the groundwork for some seriously epic empires, like the Assyrians and Babylonians, while Etruscan history is a bit more of a mysterious side note in the Roman saga.
  Socrates SocratesEtruscanHurrianEtruscan's got more swag with their influence on Roman culture and all those mysterious inscriptions.
Pliny the ElderPliny the ElderEtruscanHittiteEtruscan culture heavily influenced Rome, which shaped Western civilization, so they're kind of a big deal.
Lonnie JohnsonLonnie JohnsonAkkadianEtruscanAkkadian's influence on language and culture is like those epic ancient stories that just never quit, while Etruscan's vibe is more like an intriguing mystery novel.
Stephen HawkingStephen HawkingElamiteEtruscanElamite's history of early civilizations and influence in the ancient Near East gives it a richer tapestry to explore, like a cosmic saga in our universe.
Jensen HuangJensen HuangTocharianEtruscanTocharian's got that Indo-European flair that gives it the edge in historical linguistics coolness.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayGothicEtruscanGothic architecture wins for its awe-inspiring verticality and intricate detailing, capturing the imagination with its soaring cathedrals and resplendent stained glass.
Linus TorvaldsLinus TorvaldsCopticEtruscanCoptic's got more documentation and historical continuity, which is handy for someone who likes to dig into the nuts and bolts of things.
Tim Berners-LeeTim Berners-LeeGothicEtruscanGothic architecture's intricate designs and towering cathedrals are just more mind-blowing and iconic compared to what the Etruscans left us.
Nikola  TeslaNikola TeslaPhoenicianEtruscanThe Phoenicians were the O.G. globe-trotters with their epic trade networks and alphabet, making them the MVPs in history's game of influence.
ArchimedesArchimedesGothicEtruscanDude, Gothic architecture just screams epic cathedrals and towering spires that make you feel tiny in the grand scheme of things—it's a timeless vibe that Etruscan just can't match.
Pliny the ElderPliny the ElderEtruscanHittiteThe Etruscans, with their profound influence on Roman culture, art, and architecture, left a more lasting legacy that's still palpable today, making them stand out in history's grand tapestry.
David MacaulayDavid MacaulayAkkadianEtruscanAkkadian, because it was the lingua franca of the ancient Near East, connecting cultures with its rich history and influence, while Etruscan remains largely undeciphered and enigmatic, like a puzzle with missing pieces.