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Versus Video

The Versus Video is an online video-debate on YouTube whereby the host of the video will discuss a hypothetical fight involving some of the better known fictional protagonists from the media of films, television, graphic novels, and video games to decide the likely winner.
Most Versus Videos on YouTube follow a general set of guidelines/rules -- in no particular order -- when discussing any hypothetical fight and will contain some or all of the following criteria:

1.The host of the video -- regardless of their favourite character -- is always fair and unbiased about the fight.

2.The host of the video will discuss all the relevant historical and background information about the opposing protagonists.

3.The host of the video will discuss all the relevant strengths and weaknesses (if any) of the opposing protagonists, and compare and contrast their respective skill sets and power levels.

4.The host of the video will draw a conclusion, based on the evidence, of how the hypothetical fight -- in their opinion -- will end.

5.The host of the video will seek the opinions and comments of the viewers about the fight.
The following (below) are some examples -- with the actual comments of the hosts included -- of versus videos on YouTube:

1.WHO WOULD WIN: Darth Vader or Darth Bane?
by yarealpoof aka Matt's Corner
Be fair and unbiased. This is not a "favorite" contest this is about skill.

2.Superman vs The Hulk - Who Would Really Win?
by Trevschan2
What's up guys so I thought I would do a video on who I think would win in a match or fight to the death between Superman Clark Kent and The Incredible Hulk Bruce Banner. This is a non biased breakdown of who I think would win between the two and who is stronger.

3.Versus Series: Dooku Vs Darth Malgus
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
My return to my Versus series.

4.Versus Series: Darth Malgus Vs. Sora Bulq
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
My first Versus Video of my second year on YouTube; an ancient Sith Warrior and a more contemporary fallen Jedi, both great swordsman and powerful Forcewielders and Darksiders.

5.Versus Series: Kit Fisto Vs. Obi-Wan Kenobi
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
My latest versus video; two famed Jedi swordmasters.

6.Goku vs Superman - Who would win?
by Trevschan2
This is a video I am doing as a hypothetical match up between 2 of the most famous characters in all of comics and literature. This is a match up between Son Goku and The Man of Steel himself Superman.
by The Centurion May 2, 2013
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Versus Videos

Versus Videos are a type of online video on the website YouTube in which the host will discuss a hypothetical fight mainly involving fictional protagonists from graphic novels, films and television to determine the winner of the fight.
Versus Videos can be made by anyone, meaning anyone can adopt the mantle of an “expert” and present their opinions as facts to those viewers less aware of the topic; at times, the recurring issue for some viewers concerns the host's KNOWLEDGE of the opposing protagonist’s abilities and histories, rather than who would win the hypothetical battle. Rule of thumb: be careful who you listen to.
There are a general set of unwritten guidelines that YouTubers seem to adhere to, in no set order, when presenting a versus video: (a) the host of the versus video –regardless of their favourite character – should ALWAYS be fair and impartial about the fight; (b) the host of the versus video will discuss ALL the relevant historical and background information about the opposing protagonists; (c) the host of the versus video will discuss ALL the relevant strengths and weaknesses (if there’s any) of the opposing protagonists, and compare and contrast their respective abilities, skills and powers; (d) the host of the versus video will reach a conclusion, based on ALL the evidence, of how the hypothetical fight –in their UNBIASED opinion– will end; (e) the host of the versus video will usually seek the views and opinions of the viewers about the fight.
The following versus videos (below) –with the actual comments of the hosts included– can be found on the website, YouTube:

1. Versus Series: Exar Kun Vs. Starkiller
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
I meant to upload this yesterday, but alas, I was delayed.

2. Superman vs The Hulk - Who Would Really Win?
by Trevschan2
What's up guys so I thought I would do a video on who I think would win in a match or fight to the death between Superman Clark Kent and The Incredible Hulk Bruce Banner. This is a non biased breakdown of who I think would win between the two and who is stronger.

3. Versus Series: Darth Malgus Vs. Sora Bulq
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
My first Versus Video of my second year on YouTube; an ancient Sith Warrior and a more contemporary fallen Jedi, both great swordsman and powerful Forcewielders and Darksiders.

4. WHO WOULD WIN: Darth Vader or Darth Bane?
by GreyJedi91
Be fair and unbiased. This is not a "favorite" contest this is about skill.

5. Goku vs Superman - Who would win?
by Trevschan2
This is a video I am doing as a hypothetical match up between 2 of the most famous characters in all of comics and literature. This is a match up between Son Goku and The Man of Steel himself Superman.

6. Versus Series: Kit Fisto Vs. Ulic Qel-Droma
by Jensaarai1 aka The Nerd-Rage Ranter
My sixth Versus video, pitting one of the secondary movie Jedi against a reasonably well known one from some obscure Star Wars comic published back in '95.
by The Centurion December 2, 2013
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Mega Shark Versus Giant Octopus

Simultaneously the best and worst movie to ever be made. 90 minnuets of your life that you will never get back and you will not want back. It is exactly what it sounds like.
I just watched "Mega Shark Versus Giant Octopus." I don't even know what to say.
by The Wandering Mousepad July 25, 2010
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Real versus Reality

What you think, believe or desperately wish to be, compared to what actually is.
Wearing a face mask doesn't work, the virus is a hoax, hydroxychloroquine and demon sperm cures COVID 19.
Well, there you go. While these statements might feel good and support a given pre-established position, they do not reflect reality when thoroughly investigated without bias... Real versus Reality.
by YAWA August 1, 2020
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Bear Sized Praying Mantis Versus Bear

The awesomest fight in the freakin' world, man.
Did you see that Bear Sized Praying Mantis Versus Bear fight? That was the shit, yo.
by David Kinglord November 21, 2006
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You Versus Enemy

Question - Hey have you heard of that band You Versus Enemy?? Answer - OMG yea.
Question - Do you think their good??
Answer - Does the pope shit in the woods??
by You Versus Enemy January 13, 2009
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Sniper Versus Spy

1. A situation where two people are intentionally avoiding each other, but at the same time trying to meet up, wanting the other person to think it was unintentional; usually to discuss something after a disagreement or a conflict.

2. A situation where two people are trying to kill each other and are searching for each other WHILE one of them is evading and the other is pursuing. In other words, both are trying to kill each other, while one is running and the other one is chasing.

Confusing, right?
1. "Bob, you've gotta stop that sniper versus spy with Joe. It isn't going to help you restablize your friendship."

2. "Don't try to kill that person because you too will be in a sniper versus spy, and he has contacts everywhere. You'll be dead before you even THINK of THINKING of running."
by legitness555 August 9, 2012
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