Now that True Blood's finale is rapidly approaching, I thought I would mark the occasion by writing a series of "Best" posts, beginning with True Blood's 10 Best Characters.
10. Bill Compton
Of all the regular characters on the show, Bill's allegiance was perhaps the most in question. Although he began the show as the most human of the vampires we were introduced to, Bill switched from "good guy" to "bad guy" countless times over the seasons. His romance with Sookie has been the anchoring storyline of the show and has endured countless betrayals and even his transformation into "Billith" in season 6.
9. Sookie Stackhouse
The main protagonist of the entire series, Sookie Stackhouse, has been at the centre of all the drama and action that's taken place in Bon Temps over the years. Although she has made countless questionable choices and infuriated the shows loyal fanbase immeasurably, True Blood could never have been True Blood without this telepathic waitress.
8. Jason Stackhouse
Sookie's sex-crazed and lovable brother has produced much of the comedic value to be found in the show as he struggled to make sense of the crazy-happenings that Bon Temps has endured over the years. Jason has also undergone some of the most substantial character growth of any of the series regulars, transforming from a selfish boy to a responsible, if slightly thick, officer of the law.
7. Jessica Hamby
The shows resident baby-vamp, Jessica, has been at the centre of countless romances and the dramas that come with them since her introduction into the series. She has grown from a naive Christian teenager into a strong, independent vampire under Bill's watchful eye after he was forced to turn her at the end of season 1.
6. Tara Thornton
Sookie's best friend and the shows resident survivor, Tara, suffered tragedy after tragedy, culminating in a gun-shot wound to the head that resulted in her being turned into the thing she most despised- a vampire. Against the odds, Tara seemed to find some solace in her new life with her maker, Pam, only to meet the True Death in an insulting off-screen death in the premiere of season 7.
5. Sarah Newlin
Although certainly not the most threatening villain in the history of the show, Sarah was undoubtedly the best. Hilariously portrayed by Anna Camp, Sarah's downward spiral from religious zealot to full blown mental-case has been some of the most entertaining television provided by the show (who will ever forget her thanking Jesus after her murder of Ms. Suzuki at vamp camp?)
4. Arlene Bellefleur
Although initially one of the more minor regular characters, Arlene's ability to invoke both overwhelming emotion and fits of laughter have made her one of the most beloved and important characters on the show. Here's to hoping this feisty waitress gets the happy ending she deserves after ensuring so much tragedy over the years!
3. Lafayette Reynolds
The flamboyant short order cook at Merlotte's Bar and Grill, Lafayette has endured, racism, homophobia, spiritual possession and the death of his boyfriend, all the while managing to deliver line after line of superb dialogue and never messing his make-up.
2. Eric Northman
This one thousand year old Viking vampire has been one of the most popular characters on the show for good reason. Eric has personified what it means to be a vampire in the world of True Blood since the beginning of the show, often in form-fitting sweats or with no clothes at all.
1. Pamela Swynford De Beaufort
Eric's progeny and only weakness, Pam has been True Blood's most compelling character over the years due to her snarky attitude, loyalty to Eric, impeccable style and most importantly, her ability to consistently produce the most quotable dialogue of any character on the show. If only there was a Pam-centric sequel in the works!
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