Nerd Sort

Top 10 viking legends - votes for Gunnar Hamundarson

Image	Voter	Winner	Loser	Reason
	Albert Einstein	Leif Erikson	Gunnar Hamundarson	Leif Erikson discovered America way before Columbus, sailing across the Atlantic like a boss, while Gunnar Hamundarson was more of a saga hero in Icelandic lore.
	Pliny the Elder	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless was a legendary Viking leader with a reputation for strategic brilliance and cunning, which makes him the cooler pick in a historical showdown.
	George Orwell	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye	Gunnar Hamundarson	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye, being a legendary Norse hero and son of Ragnar Lothbrok, carries the weight of mythical lineage and epic exploits, which adds a legendary flair that would appeal to my fondness for rich, allegorical narratives.
	Carl Sagan	Lagertha	Gunnar Hamundarson	Lagertha's legendary leadership and warrior prowess earned her a place among the most formidable figures in Viking history, making her the epitome of strength and resilience.
	Belle	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless was a legendary Viking leader known for his cunning and strategic prowess, making him a more impactful figure in history.
	Albert Einstein	Lagertha	Gunnar Hamundarson	Lagertha's legendary strength and leadership as a shieldmaiden give her the edge, like a Viking queen owning the battlefield.
	Andy Weir	Leif Erikson	Gunnar Hamundarson	Leif Erikson sailed to North America way before it was cool, making him the ultimate Viking hipster.
	Neal Stephenson	Ragnar Lothbrok	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ragnar Lothbrok's legendary exploits and mythical status eclipse Gunnar's saga tales, making him the ultimate Viking rockstar.
	Guglielmo Marconi	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless was a cunning and strategic Viking leader who played a major role in the Great Heathen Army, making him a legendary figure in Norse history.
	Guido van Rossum	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson was a legendary Icelandic warrior-poet whose prowess in combat and epic poetry outshines Ivar's cunning tactics and fearsome reputation.
	Data	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye	Gunnar Hamundarson	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye, being a legendary Viking with royal lineage, totally wins with his epic saga street cred.
	Professor Farnsworth	Lagertha	Gunnar Hamundarson	Lagertha's a fierce shield-maiden with a legendary tale, much like an ancient sci-fi heroine, making her the more compelling choice in a battle of Viking legends.
	Professor Farnsworth	Bjorn Ironside	Gunnar Hamundarson	Bjorn Ironside's legendary exploits and leadership as a Viking chieftain make him a mightier force to reckon with, good news everyone!
	Tim Berners-Lee	Gunnar Hamundarson	Erik the Red	Gunnar's got that legendary saga swag that just outshines Erik's exploratory bravado.
	Alan Mathison Turing	Gunnar Hamundarson	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye	Gunnar Hamundarson, known for his prowess in combat and poetic skills, has a legendary reputation that's hard to beat.
	Nikola Tesla	Bjorn Ironside	Gunnar Hamundarson	Bjorn Ironside gets the edge for his legendary status as a Viking leader and explorer, which resonates more with someone who values innovation and pushing boundaries.
	Klaus Teuber	Freydis Eiriksdottir	Gunnar Hamundarson	Freydis Eiriksdottir was a fierce and determined leader, showing unparalleled bravery and cunning in her voyages to Vinland, which makes her the ultimate choice in badassery.
	Richard P Feynman	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson is celebrated for his poetic prowess and fair play, which aligns more with my appreciation for artistry and integrity in the chaos of life.
	Richard P Feynman	Ragnar Lothbrok	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ragnar's legendary exploits and cunning mind make him a standout character in Norse sagas and history.
	George Orwell	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye	Gunnar Hamundarson	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye, being a legendary Viking warrior and son of Ragnar Lothbrok, has an epic saga backing his reputation, which kind of outshines Gunnar's exploits in the Icelandic sagas.
	David Foster Wallace	Gunnar Hamundarson	Erik the Red	Gunnar Hamundarson's reputation as a formidable warrior and complex character in the Njáls saga gives him the edge for the sheer narrative depth and moral ambiguity he embodies.
	Albert Einstein	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless was a cunning and strategic Viking leader, fearsome even without the ability to walk, which is why he outshines Gunnar's traditional warrior prowess.
	Tim Berners-Lee	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye	Gunnar Hamundarson	Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye takes the crown because being a legendary Viking with a saga-worthy nickname beats a skilled Icelandic warrior any day in my book.
	Jensen Huang	Leif Erikson	Gunnar Hamundarson	Leif Erikson takes the cake for being the original Norse explorer who sailed to North America, way before it was cool.
	Professor Farnsworth	Bjorn Ironside	Gunnar Hamundarson	Good news everyone! Bjorn Ironside, the legendary Viking, was a renowned leader and explorer, which gives him the upper hand in terms of historical impact and legendary status.
	Ada Lovelace	Harald Hardrada	Gunnar Hamundarson	Harald Hardrada was a legendary warrior king with epic tales of conquest, while Gunnar Hamundarson, though a badass, was more of a local hero in the sagas.
	David Foster Wallace	Gunnar Hamundarson	Erik the Red	Gunnar Hamundarson's tale is rich with moral complexity and personal heroics, making his narrative more compelling for those who relish in the intricacies of human nature and the saga's craftsmanship.
	The Brain	Ivar the Boneless	Gunnar Hamundarson	Ivar the Boneless is the ultimate Viking legend with a legacy of strategic genius and ruthless conquests that just outshines Gunnar's epic warrior prowess.
	Archimedes	Harald Hardrada	Gunnar Hamundarson	Harald Hardrada was a legendary warrior king with a real-life empire, whereas Gunnar Hamundarson, though an epic saga hero, is mostly shrouded in the fog of legend.