D.C. Douglas’ 25 Most Popular Anime & Videogame Roles
Weāre counting down the top 25 most popular roles voiced by the legend himself, D.C. Douglas! Prepare yourself for a wild ride of sinister villains, quirky robots, and a few surprises along the way. Letās dive in with our host, the ghost of David Lettermanās irreverence!
1. Yoshikage Kira – JoJoās Bizarre Adventure: Diamond Is Unbreakable
Starting off strong with Kira, the quiet serial killer obsessed with hands. D.C. Douglasās voice brings an eerie calm to this psychopath, making you both fear andā¦ oddly respect him? Kiraās arc is a standout in the beloved JoJoās series, and Douglas plays a major part in that.
Reviews: “D.C. Douglas gives Kira a calm, terrifying edge. One of the best voice performances of 2018!” ā Anime News Network
2. Albert Wesker – Resident Evil series
The sunglasses-wearing, evil-genius of the Resident Evil franchise, Wesker is one of the most iconic villains in gaming. Douglasās icy, detached delivery added an extra layer of menace that had players throwing their controllers in fear. Heās as smooth as he is deadly.
Reviews: “Douglas’s Wesker feels like the devil himself ā the perfect mix of charm and cold-hearted evil.” ā GamesRadar
3. Rayvis – Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Because whatās better than voicing a major antagonist in the Star Wars universe? As Rayvis, Douglasās performance brings a raw, physical intensity to this galactic villain, reminding us that the dark side is still cool.
4. X Drake – One Piece
This dude transforms into a dinosaur. Need we say more? A former Marine turned pirate, X Drakeās involvement in the chaotic world of One Piece is crucial, and Douglas lends a gruff intensity to his voice that perfectly matches a man who becomes a T-Rex.
5. Legion – Mass Effect series
A robot with a soul? Douglas captures the philosophical journey of Legion, the Geth unit that becomes a fan-favorite in the Mass Effect series. His performance dives deep into the core of what it means to be sentient.
6. Rufus Albarea – The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
If you like your villains cunning and aristocratic, meet Rufus. As one of the major political players in the Trails of Cold Steel series, his suave, tactical mind is given life by Douglasās cold, calculating delivery. This guy is always two steps ahead.
7. Kamoshida – Persona 5
One of the most hated characters in Persona 5, and for good reason. Kamoshida is a straight-up creep, and Douglasās performance ensures youāll despise every second heās on screen ā in the best way possible. Heās the villain you love to hate.
8. Shoot McMahon – Hunter x Hunter
With one of the most intense arcs in Hunter x Hunter, Shootās battles arenāt just physical, but mental. Douglas brings a fragile confidence to Shoot, making his struggle all the more compelling.
9. Pod 042 – NieR: Automata
The calm, robotic voice of Pod 042 serves as your helpful sidekick in the tragic world of NieR: Automata. Douglas perfectly balances the emotionless AI with the occasional hint of something deeper, making Pod 042 one of the gameās most beloved non-human characters.
10. Zetton aka Edo – Ultraman
Sliding into the number 10 spot is Zetton, better known as Edo, from the Ultraman series. This guy is no ordinary alien; he’s a Zetton, one of the most powerful and mysterious species in the Ultraman universe. Imagine an alien who looks calm, sounds calm, and can vaporize you with a snap of his fingers. Now imagine D.C. Douglas giving that alien a voice ā smooth, authoritative, and slightly unnerving.
VIDEOGAMES
Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Star Wars JS - Rayvis Death
Armored Core 6
Honkai: Star Rail
Borderlands 3
Ai: The Somnium Files
Nier: Automata pt 1
Hello Puppets: Midnight Show
Persona 5
Mass Effect 2
BlazBlue Cross Tag
Fire Emblem Fates
Octopath Traveler II
Werewolf: The Apocalypse - Earthblood
Teppen
Umbrella Corps
Resident Evil 5
Pokemon Masters
Dead Or Alive 6
Sekiro
Ace Combat 7
Nier: Automata pt 2
Valkyria Chronicles 4
Everreach
Radiant Historia
Monster Hunter World
Fire Emblem: Warriors
Trails of Cold Steel 2
Robo Recall
Lego Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Zero Escape: Zero Time Dilemma
Tarisland
Space Run Galaxy
Persona 4: Dancing All Night
Exist Archive: The Other Side of the Sky
Lost Dimension
The Legend of Heroes: Trails of Cold Steel
Xenoblade Chronicles X
Lego Jurassic World
The Crew
BlazBlue: Chronophantasma
Rune Factory 4
NBA2K14
ZMR Zombies Monsters Robots
Mass Effect 3
Star Wars
MotorStorm: Apocalypse
Tales of Vesperia
11. Grimoire Noir – NieR: Replicant
Grimoire Noir is part magical book, part nightmare fuel. Douglas imbues the character with the right mix of mystery and dread, making him unforgettable in the NieR saga. Youāll never look at reading the same way again.
12. Keel Lorenz – Neon Genesis Evangelion
The head honcho of SEELE, Lorenz is shrouded in mystery and control. D.C.ās performance gives the puppet master behind Evangelion a voice that drips with authority and manipulation. Itās like heās playing 4D chess, and youāre still figuring out checkers.
13. Chase – Transformers: Rescue Bots
The loyal and slightly robotic Chase from Transformers: Rescue Bots is the reliable, no-nonsense bot who follows the rules to the letter. His interactions with the other bots and humans alike are hilariously stiff, and D.C. brings just the right level of deadpan delivery to make Chase memorable.
14. Professor Kalego – Welcome to Demon School, Iruma-Kun
Grumpy, terrifying, and somehow endearing, Professor Kalego is one tough demon to please. Douglasās deadpan delivery makes Kalegoās constant annoyance an absolute joy to watch, especially as his softer side occasionally peeks through.
15. Raven – Tekken 8
At number 24, we have Raven, the stealthy, ninja-like operative from Tekken 8. Known for his deadly martial arts skills and espionage expertise, Raven is the kind of character who can disappear from sight before you even realize heās kicked your butt. D.C. Douglas voices this cool and calculated fighter with the perfect blend of smooth precision and deadly calm. Whether heās flipping through the air or delivering sharp one-liners, Raven is all business ā and business is booming.
16. Geo Noto Soto – Bastard!! Heavy Metal, Dark Fantasy
If you like your anime with a side of heavy metal, Geo Noto Soto is your guy. D.C. lends his voice to this chaotic magic user in a world filled with monsters and metal. Whatās not to love?
17. H.B. – Xenoblade Chronicles X
A smug, powerful warrior, H.B. is one of the most memorable characters in Xenoblade Chronicles X, and D.C.ās delivery perfectly captures the characterās self-assured bravado.
18. Mald – The Rising of the Shield Hero
The Shield Hero series has no shortage of bad guys, and Mald is among the most conniving. D.C. adds depth to this weasel of a villain, making you want to see him get his comeuppance.
19. Gunter – Fire Emblem series
As one of the elder statesmen of the Fire Emblem series, Gunter is both mentor and warrior. Douglasās voice gives the character a sense of wisdom mixed with sadness from years of battle.
20. Jasley Donomikols – Mobile Suit Gundam: Iron-Blooded Orphans
This Gundam baddie knows how to manipulate the system. Jasley is ruthless in his quest for power, and Douglas makes sure you feel every bit of his ambition and underhanded tactics.
21. The Praetorian – Super Crooks
The Praetorian isnāt your average superhero ā heās got some wild powers and an even wilder personality. D.C. brings his usual villainous flair to this unpredictable, power-hungry anti-hero in the world of Super Crooks.
22. Ryuosuke Umemiya – Shaman King
As one of the key characters in Shaman King, Ryu stands out with his distinct pompadour and even more distinct personality. Douglasās comedic timing brings Ryu to life, making him an audience favorite.
23. Shinji Yoshimatsu – Lycoris Recoil
Shinji is the puppet master of the world in Lycoris Recoil, and D.C. gives him that smooth-talking, too-smart-for-his-own-good charm. Heās the guy you love to hate.
24. Basophil – Cells At Work
Who knew a basophil could be so cool? Douglas turns a minor immune system cell into a fan-favorite in Cells At Work with just a few lines. His mysterious and ominous voice sticks with you.
25. Simon Gibbons – Space Run Galaxy
Gibbons is the guy you rely on when things get crazy in space. D.C. Douglas voices this crazy, monkey character in Space Run Galaxy, helping you transport goods through chaotic space battles and disasters. Thereās something reassuring about his insanity, even when everything is blowing up around you!
So there you have it, folks! A wild ride through 25 of the best roles voiced by the incomparable D.C. Douglas. From serial killers to sentient robots, this man can do it all. And if you havenāt experienced his work in any of these shows or games, well, what are you waiting for? Time to get watching or playing!
