Top 10 Comic Book Assassins

Deathstroke (DC Comics)

Deathstroke is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez. He is a mercenary and assassin who first appeared in The New Teen Titans #2 in December 1980 and has since become one of the most formidable foes... read more

True, Deadpool may technically be a Deathstroke rip-off, but I don't see Deathstroke cracking jokes and breaking the fourth wall. So I'm going to say Deadpool is an original character in that sense. And honestly, their costumes aren't as similar as people make them out to be.

Deadpool is overrated, which is why he is first. Plus, he's a Deathstroke rip-off. Nothing can beat the original, so I'm going with Deathstroke.

The top assassin and mercenary ever made. Great character with great stories.

Deadpool (Marvel Comics)

Deadpool is a fictional antihero created by Marvel Comics. He first appeared in New Mutants #98, published in February 1991, and was created by Rob Liefeld and Fabian Nicieza. His powers include accelerated healing and enhanced physical abilities. He is widely recognized for his humor and frequent breaking... read more

I had to have him on my list. The only reason he's not 1 is that he's more of a superhero.

He's more of a mercenary, but I guess he can be truly silent if he wanted to.

No way. Deathstroke is better? Deadpool is the best.

Deadshot (DC Comics)

Deadshot is a fictional character in American comic books published by DC Comics. He is commonly portrayed as an adversary of Batman and is known for his expert marksmanship and use of high-tech weaponry. While traditionally a supervillain, Deadshot has more recently taken on the role of an antihero... read more

Who doesn't love a guy with perfect aim?

Deadshot is pretty awesome.

The Winter Soldier (Marvel Comics)

James Buchanan "Bucky" Barnes is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby, he first appeared in Captain America Comics #1 in 1941. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Bucky is portrayed by Sebastian Stan and evolves from Captain... read more

He has an awesome metal arm, boosted strength and speed, is good with firearms, and has military and fighting skills.

Merlyn (DC Comics)

A bad version of Green Arrow. Sick.

The Punisher (Marvel Comics)

The Punisher is a fictional antihero who appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He was created by writer Gerry Conway and artist John Romita Sr. The name of the character was approved by Marvel publisher Stan Lee.

Cool dude. Very cool dude.

Prometheus (DC Comics)

Copperhead (DC Comics)

Bullseye (Marvel Comics)

The Bronze Tiger (DC Comics)

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The Huntress (DC Comics)

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Talia al Ghul (DC Comics)

Talia al Ghul is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, most commonly in connection with the Batman franchise. She is the daughter of Ra's al Ghul, the leader of the League of Assassins, and often serves as both adversary and love interest to Batman. Talia was... read more

Hit-Girl (Kick-Ass)

Hit-Girl is a fictional character from the Kick-Ass comic series created by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr. The series was published under Marvel Comics' Icon imprint. In the film adaptations released in 2010 and 2013, Hit-Girl was portrayed by actress Chloë Grace Moretz.

Hawkeye (Marvel Comics)

Clinton Francis "Clint" Barton, better known as Hawkeye, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is a former special agent of S.H.I.E.L.D., where he worked under the supervision of Phil Coulson. Known for his use of the bow and arrow as his primary weapon... read more

Hawkeye is an assassin. I checked.

Black Widow (Marvel Comics)

Natalia Alianovna Romanova, more commonly known as Natasha Romanoff or the Black Widow, is a fictional superhero featured in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is recognized as one of the most skilled spies and assassins in the world and is also a founding member of the Avengers.... read more

Lady Shiva (DC Comics)

Lady Shiva is a fictional supervillainess and antiheroine appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. Known as one of the world's greatest martial artists, she often appears as an adversary and occasional ally to characters like Batman and Black Canary. Her skilled combat abilities and moral ambiguity... read more

Harley Quinn (DC Comics)

Harley Quinn is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. She was originally introduced as the Joker's sidekick in Batman: The Animated Series before becoming a prominent character in her own right. Over time, she evolved into an antiheroine and has appeared in numerous... read more

Domino (Marvel Comics)

Wolverine (Marvel Comics)

Wolverine is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics, commonly associated with the X-Men. His powers and abilities include an accelerated healing factor, enhanced senses, and his signature adamantium claws and skeleton.... read more

No duh, he should be like #2 or #3.

Taskmaster (Marvel Comics)

Taskmaster is a fictional character who appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is usually portrayed as a supervillain but has also taken on antihero roles. Taskmaster is best known for his photographic reflexes, which allow him to mimic any physical action he observes.

Elektra (Marvel Comics)

Elektra Natchios is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She was created by writer and artist Frank Miller and first appeared in Daredevil #168 in 1981. Elektra is a skilled martial artist and assassin who has had complex relationships with the character... read more

Bane (DC Comics)

Bane is a fictional supervillain in DC Comics who often serves as an enemy of Batman. He first appeared in Batman: Vengeance of Bane #1 in 1993 and was created by Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench, and Graham Nolan. Bane is known for his superhuman strength and intellect, and for using the drug Venom to enhance... read more

Crossbones (Marvel Comics)

Psylocke (Marvel Comics)

Psylocke is a fictional superheroine appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is most commonly associated with the X-Men and has been portrayed as both a telepath and martial artist. The codename Psylocke has been used by two different characters in Marvel lore: Betsy Braddock... read more

Fantomex (Marvel Comics)

Could beat just about anyone on this list due to misdirection. He should be in the top five.

X-23 (Marvel Comics)

Laura Kinney, originally designated X-23 and later known as the second Wolverine, is a fictional superhero in Marvel Comics. She was created to be a clone of Wolverine and possesses similar abilities, including a regenerative healing factor and retractable claws. X-23 has been featured in various comic... read more