Vecna vs Pennywise: Fans Settle the Ultimate Showdown
Stranger Things and Welcome to Derry fans are locked in debate over who would win in a clash between Vecna and Pennywise, with most punters backing the infamous clown despite some support for Vecna’s powers.
Debate has been raging among fans of Stranger Things and It: Welcome to Derry, with the big question on everyone’s lips: who’d come out on top if Vecna and Pennywise ever went head-to-head? The discussion kicked off after Finn Wolfhard, who’s had a foot in both camps as Mike Wheeler in Stranger Things and Richie Tozier in It, weighed in during a chat on Brittany Broski’s Royal Court.
Wolfhard didn’t mince words, saying,
Pennywise is the most insecure monster ever.
He reckoned Vecna would have no trouble taking down the dancing clown, pointing out that Richie and the Losers’ Club managed to defeat Pennywise by simply taking the mickey out of him. In Wolfhard’s view, that sort of vulnerability would give Vecna a clear advantage in any stoush between the two.
Reddit Fans Back Pennywise
Despite Wolfhard’s confidence, the wider fanbase on Reddit wasn’t so sure. Most punters there were firmly in Pennywise’s corner, arguing that the ancient entity is far more than just a scary face. Some pointed out that Pennywise is a being beyond human understanding, with powers that go well past what Vecna brings to the table. While Vecna is a telepathic predator who stalks dreams, Pennywise is a cosmic force who’s been haunting Derry for centuries.
Others chimed in to say that a showdown between Pennywise and the Mindflayer would be even more interesting, since the Mindflayer’s abilities might actually match or outdo Pennywise’s. Still, when it comes to Vecna versus Pennywise, the consensus was that the clown would have the upper hand.
Stranger Things Hints and Fan Theories
The debate also touched on a moment from Stranger Things’ fifth season, where Max tells Holly Wheeler that Vecna is afraid of caves. Fans reckon this detail could be a weak spot Pennywise would be quick to exploit, given his own history with underground lairs and psychological mind games.
Some fans have even started speculating about what a proper crossover might look like, especially with talk of Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros. making such a mash-up more than just a pipe dream. The idea of these two iconic villains facing off has clearly captured the imagination of both fandoms.
What’s Streaming Now
For those keen to catch up, Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 is currently streaming on Netflix, while It: Welcome to Derry drops new episodes every Sunday on HBO. Whether or not we’ll ever see Vecna and Pennywise share the screen, the debate over who’d win isn’t likely to die down any time soon.