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[quote name="PrincessXena"]See the original post at <a href="http://www.security-wizard.net/blog/kickass-female-videogame-characters">Top 10 Kickass Female Videogame Characters</a> Top 10 Kickass Female Videogame Characters #1 Evie Frye What game? Assassin’s Creed Why is she a badass? •Most stealthy assassin in the game •Level-headed and rational •Skilled in the use of many weapons, including brass knuckles and a revolver #2 Lara Croft What game? Tomb Raider Why is she a badass? •One of the first female characters to attract widespread attention •Positive agent of change •Intelligent: archaeologist-adventurer and writer •Expert at handling weapons #3 Jill Valentine What game? Resident Evil Why is she a badass? •Intelligent and original •Founder of a paramilitary organization and key field operative of said organization •Protagonist of the game •Obvious character evolution #4 Clementine What game? The Walking Dead Why is she a badass? •Major character – young & emotionally complex •Moral compass for her companions •Can handle her own and helps lead other survivors •Serves as the emotional centerpoint of the game #5 Jade What game? Beyond Good & Evil Why is she a badass? •Resembles a real person instead of a sex icon •Rescues and protects orphans •Works to expose government corruption •Skilled martial artist •Confident, independent, and attractive #6 Lightning What game? Final Fantasy XIII Why is she a badass? •Strong female protagonist •Adept at combat & less sexualized than other females in the game •Athletic and militaristic •Strong and independent •Complex character: both fierce and vulnerable #7 Elena Fisher What game? Uncharted Why is she a badass? •Fiercely independent and strong – equal to Drake, the protagonist •Resourceful and spunky •Drake’s moral compass and source of strength •Extremely intelligent – fluent in multiple languages •Aggressive, skilled fighter #8 Samus Aran What game? Metroid Why is she a badass? •Ex-soldier of the galactic federation turned bounty hunter •Wears a full body power suit with badass energy weapons •Superior fighting skills and sense of justice •A femme de force #9 FemShep (Female Commander Shepard) What game? Mass Effect Why is she a badass? •Equal importance as the male Commander Shepard •Assertive, confident, and sensitive (complex character) •Adaptable to player – can be gentle or an ass kicking hellion •Witty and sassy #10 Cortana What game? Halo Why is she a badass? •An A.I. personal assistant •Helps prevent the activation of the halo installation •Deep and believable character •Strategic, sarcastic, and extremely intelligent •Provides tactical information and backstory integral to the missions[/quote]