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Historically, an eye patch has been most commonly linked to pirates, appearing in numerous movies and novels. However, it’s essential not to overlook other iconic fictional characters who wear an eye patch, but are far removed from the maritime world. Here is a list of the 20 most memorable characters in fiction history that sport an eye patch.

In this rephrased version, I aimed to maintain the original’s informative tone while making it more conversational and easy to understand for a broader audience.

The Governor (The Walking Dead)

One key villain in this horror-drama is Philip Blake, commonly referred to as The Governor, who heads the town of Woodbury and later leads the River Camp. He’s always sporting an eye patch that has become his distinctive feature following an incident where it was removed during a fight with Michonne, when she defended herself against his attack.

He’s an individual who exhibits traits of cruelty, self-centeredness, and fear-inducing behavior, with a penchant for inflicting pain and lacking empathy. Yet, he possesses captivating charm and charisma that makes him difficult to resist or avoid, thus earning the label of a cunning and detestable psychopath.

Nick Fury (The Avengers)

Nick Fury was once in charge of S.H.I.E.L.D., a spy agency, and he’s the one who established the Avengers. Portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson, this character is intricate with actions that demonstrate his bravery and pragmatism. He tends to hide his feelings and has been known to control people, often keeping vital secrets from them.

In a simpler sentence structure: Nick Fury is the leader of S.H.I.E.L.D., founder of the Avengers, portrayed by Samuel L. Jackson. He’s a complex character who is brave and practical but hides his emotions. He has been known to manipulate others and keep secrets from them.

One of his most recognizable traits is the eyepatch, which seems almost synonymous with him; it’s hard to visualize him without it. He sustained an injury to his left eye during World War II when a grenade exploded near him, resulting in a loss of approximately 95% of his vision.

Elle Driver (Kill Bill)

Apart from being referred to as Elle Driver, she’s also known by the aliases California Mountain Snake and the woman with the distinctive eye patch. The patch covers an eye she lost during a confrontation with Beatrix, leaving her entirely blind in that eye. She is a skilled assassin tasked with capturing Bill.

She’s a relentless assassin, devoid of compassion, likely being the most merciless among the Deadly Vipers. Her killings are motivated by personal gratification. Moreover, she is highly ambitious, fiercely protective of Bill, and boasts an array of talents, including expertise in toxicology and physical combat.

Mad-Eye Moody (Harry Potter)

As a devoted movie enthusiast, let me share my take on that fascinating character: Brendan Gleeson brilliantly portrayed Alastor Moody, a wizard of pure-blood lineage, who was renowned as one of the greatest Aurors ever known. His unparalleled skills led to the confinement of numerous Azkaban inmates. Throughout his illustrious career, he endured numerous injuries, particularly on his face that bears the testament of his battles through countless scars.

Besides possessing a wooden limb, he is particularly recognized by his unique eyes – one is compact and dark, while the other is bright and concealed behind a clear eyepatch. Remarkably, this eye functions independently from his other and boasts the ability to peer through solid objects and invisibility cloaks.

Snake Plissken (Escape From New York/ Escape From L.A.)

Character Profile: Snake Plissken

Originally a Special Forces operator and war hero from World War III, Snake Plissken’s past is marked by valor. However, disillusioned with the double-dealing of the American government, he chose a life of crime. This anti-hero harbors a deep cynicism, but his readiness to survive knows no bounds.

Despite his apparent indifference towards many aspects of life, Snake Plissken remains honorable at his core.

In this role made famous by Kurt Russell, the eye-patch character of Plissken stood out exceptionally well, as his exceptional skills as a marksman, driver, and aviator more than compensated for the absence of an eye.

Rooster Cogburn (True Grit)

Cogburn is known as one of the most infamous federal marshals in Arkansas. His current assignment is tracking down Tom Chaney, a task he is resolute about completing given his extensive experience and readiness to take significant risks. He prefers solitude, possesses an untamed spirit, and is particularly focused on apprehending criminals.

In the book, Cogburn’s character, portrayed by John Wayne and Jeff Bridges, is depicted as having lost an eye in a Civil War battle. However, the use of an eyepatch wasn’t explicitly mentioned. It seems that filmmakers added this detail when they first brought the story to life in 1960, and it persisted even in the Coen brothers’ remake.

Odin (Thor)

Anthony Hopkins portrays Odin, who once ruled over Asgard, being the father of Hela, Thor, and Loki (adopted). Known as the God of both Heavens and War, as well as Wisdom, his role was to preserve tranquility among the Nine Realms. His reign was marked by patience, fairness, and perhaps unparalleled wisdom among the Asgardian kings.

He often wears an eyepatch because he lost an eye in sacrifice, choosing to seek knowledge even of secrets kept hidden from him.

Steve “Patch” Johnson (The Days of Our Lives)

I’m a detective and a police officer, often referred to as Patch – a name that stems from the eye patch covering my left eye. In a fateful encounter with Bo, we both shared affection for Britta Englund, a woman whose charms ignited a violent conflict. In the heat of that fight, Bo disfigured me by gouging out my eye with a knife, an incident that led me to wear the eye patch as a mark of my past.

Claus von Stauffenberg (Valkyrie)

Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg served in the German Army, staging an attempt to kill Adolf Hitler within the “Wolf’s Lair” compound and aiming to dismantle the Nazi Party. He is portrayed by Tom Cruise in the critically acclaimed film Valkyrie.

After losing his left eye, along with parts of both hands, during his service as a staff officer within a tank division in North Africa, he began to wear an eyepatch.

Francesca “Franky” Cook (Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow)

Commander Francesca Cook, portrayed by Angelina Jolie, serves as an officer in the Royal Navy and commandeers the mobile airstrip of the fleet. She’s not just any pilot, but a highly skilled one who once led a group of Amphibious fighter aircraft.

Ragetti (The Pirates of the Caribbean)

Among the pirates aboard the Black Pearl, Ragetti was one of those who sided with Barbossa during a rebellion against Jack Sparrow. Over time, he became part of the infamous cursed team. Typically, you’ll find him alongside Pintel, his fellow conspirator.

He’s slender and towering, with golden hair, and typically wears a red shirt and a coat in shades of blue-green – a garment that seems to have been pilfered from a nobleman. Despite being illiterate, he is deeply religious and often anxious. Notably, he has a wooden replacement for his right eye, which occasionally jolts out, causing him to wear an eye patch regularly.

Lily Charles (Pushing Daisies)

I’ve always admired Lily, Charlotte Charles’ aunt who, along with her mother Vivian, played a pivotal role in raising Charlotte after her father’s passing. They were quite renowned as the Darling Mermaid Darlings, a swimming duo that captured many hearts. Regrettably, their career took an unexpected turn when Lily suffered a tragic accident involving a cat’s litter box, leading to the loss of her right eye and compelling them to retire from competitive swimming.

Lily is a intricate personality, preferring solitude over social gatherings and spending minimal time with others. She’s known for her heavy drinking habit and has a peculiar fondness for the macabre, particularly death and clowns. Yet, she harbors a deep affection for birds and traveling, and takes exceptional care of her sister Vivian.

Number Two (The Austin Powers Trilogy)

One of Doctor Evil’s aides frequently disputes with him due to his strong stance on monopolies. Portrayed by Robert Wagner across all three films, this character aids Doctor Evil in global domination. In his free time, he has a penchant for accumulating wealth.

He’s renowned for his sharp business acumen, captivating charm, and the distinctive eyepatch he wears – reminiscent of Emilio Largo’s from Thunderball. However, it’s unclear to most how exactly this eyepatch grants him x-ray vision.

He’s famed for his business savvy, charismatic demeanor, and eye patch, which many speculate provides him with x-ray vision – though the mechanism behind it remains a mystery. The design of the patch is inspired by Emilio Largo’s from Thunderball.

Vernon Schillinger (Oz)

In the captivating world of that TV series, I find myself embodying one of the most formidable adversaries – Vernon, portrayed brilliantly by J.K.Simmons. As the ruthless head of the Aryan brotherhood within Oz penitentiary, my character is a chilling presence whose actions are heavily influenced by his harrowing upbringing marked by abuse.

This individual is relentless, violent, and poses a significant threat due to his involvement in numerous heinous acts, including mass killings, torment, and sexual assault. Following an incident where Beecher hurled a chair at him, causing the glass in his cell to break and momentarily impairing his vision, he began wearing an eye patch.

One-Eyed Willie (Goonies)

Captain One-Eyed-Willie, who sported an eyepatch due to being born with just one eye, commanded the ship called Inferno. Exiled by the Spaniards, he assembled his own band of pirates and aimed to plunder a fortune of treasures valued in millions from King Charles I of England.

In a cave, Willie had been sitting on a chair for nearly three centuries after he and his companions were slain during their flight, until eventually, the Goonies uncovered him.

Emilio Largo (Thunderball)

In simpler terms, Emilio is a fictional character who serves as a key adversary for James Bond in the film “Thunderball.” He’s part of SPECTRE, a covert criminal group, and holds a position on their board. Within this organization, he is known for his ruthless and menacing actions, with wealth and profit being his primary concerns.

As a cinephile, I can’t help but be drawn to this character who seems to lack empathy or human connection with anyone, operating instead like a cold, calculating machine. The mystery surrounding his eye patch adds another layer to the intrigue; it’s as if he’s hiding behind a veil of secrets, making him an enigmatic figure that keeps us on the edge of our seats.

Seamus Levine (Family Guy)

Seamus is a rugged seafarer, sporting wooden limbs and a patch over his right eye. He’s known for stepping out from the dark to alert Peter about potential perils at sea. He’s quite an intriguing figure, skilled on the organ, with a penchant for writing mediocre humor.

The tale about how he lost his limbs and his eye frequently varies whenever he begins recounting it, thus keeping its true account shrouded in enigma, inviting the audience to speculate and pick their favorite version of the story.

Bazooka Joe (Bazooka Joe)

Bazooka Joe is a well-known character from a comic strip, found inside small comics wrapped around Bazooka bubblegum pieces. Throughout the 20th century, he became one of America’s most iconic advertising figures, known for his kid-friendly humor and jokes.

Bazooka Joe is a young, easily identifiable character often seen with an eyepatch. Accompanied on many escapades are a group of varied companions: Pesty, Mort, Hungry Herman, Jane, Toughie, and Walkie Talkie.

Danger Mouse (Danger Mouse)

Danger Muse, often referred to as the world’s most covert secret agent, is renowned for his unparalleled anonymity; even his codename carries its own code-name. He is always seen donning a sleek white bodysuit adorned with a titanium alloy red emblem bearing his DM initials in vibrant yellow.

He’s an accomplished gymnast with proficiency in martial arts, a valiant and kind-hearted soul who speaks over thirty languages fluently and enjoys cracking jokes. Notably, he sports an eye patch, suggesting that he may have sustained an injury to his eye at some point, as hinted by the series.

Colonel Saul Tigh (Battlestar Galactica)

Saul Tigh belonged to the Thirteenth Tribe, a group of cybernetic individuals. He was one of only five beings from this tribe who managed to coexist with humans. After enduring torture at the hands of the Cyclons during their conquest of New Caprica, he lost an eye and began wearing an eyepatch.

His character is rather complex and hard to warm up to; few people find him appealing. He’s blunt, steadfast, and believes that a captain (XO) should be disliked by the crew in order to prove their competence.

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