First of all, excuse me if my English is not perfect. I do usually no write in English in my blog, it’s one of my first time. 
For my first post for this FanstRAvaganza 4, I have decided to make a ranking of my 5 favorite Richard’s characters : 
1) Guy of Gisborne
2) John Thornton
3) Thorin Oakenshield
4) Harry Kennedy
5) Lucas North
Places Nr 1 and Nr 2
Well, I hesitated a lot between 1 and 2 … yes, it’s true. 
John Thornton was the first character in which I discovered Richard. I loved his performance in the excellent serie « North and South », he was perfect in the role. And then, Richard arrived in my living room (unfortunately in a figurative way 
) all dressed in black leather in « Robin Hood » and my poor little heart could not resist. 
So which one should I choose as Nr 1 ? I find Richard better in acting as John Thornton, I love the story, his relation with Margaret, etc. And everything ended well for him, which in not the case for Guy of Gisborne. 
And in the other hand… Richard is a great « baddie » and I never saw a « bad guy » who looks so sexy in black leather… So, I choose Sir Guy. 
I know, I know… I’m a weak woman…
Place Nr 3
Richard is simply incredible as Thorin Oakenshield in « The Hobbit ». For me, I doens’t play Thorin, he IS Thorin.
I have seen the movie many times, but not just because Richard was in it. He and the others actors were perfect. I can’t wait to see the second part. 
Place Nr 4
I find the character of Harry Kennedy adorable and lovely…. and he’s so cute in his striped sweater.
I love his relationship with Geraldine, they are a couple so unusual and so cute that you can’t just resist… 
Place Nr 5
Do not be surprised if I put Lucas in the 5th position. I loved this character when I started watching seasons 7 and 8 of « Spooks ». Richard was great in the role of Lucas North. But unfortunately, I don’t like season 9 very much, I don’t like what they have done with Lucas. But it’s nothing to do with Richard, who plays it well, as usual.
And you… what’s your 5 favorite Richard’s characters ?
John Thornton at numer 2…. interesting. I guess he couldn’t mind as long as you didn’t smoke a pipe at the mill. Guy on the other hand… he’d hang the whole village if he was runner-up. Probably a smart choice to put Gizzy at the top of the list 😉
Gizzy… something about the « uniform » I just can’t resist… lol.
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Hehe, Guy is my number 1, too. Then probably followed by Lucas. Thornton, Porter and Kennedy following from the rear. Thanks for the post 🙂
It seems that every woman loves Sir Sir… 😉
And Marian is the only one to say « No » to him, lol.
I’m not sure in what order I’d put them, but I do like your 1+2 in particular! 😀 Maybe I would put Harry first? Surprise!
I love the character of Harry. I’ve watched the 2 episodes of « The Vicar of Dibley » a few times and each time, this serie makes me laugh. 🙂
I think for me it goes: 1. Thornton, 2. Thorin, 3. Gizzy, 4. Harry, 5. Lucas
I see that we quite all have the same top 5. 😉
Nice post and well written. My favourites are: 1. Thorin (I fell for Thorin first, I was so happy when I found out he was played by a wonderful humanbeing). 2. John Thornton. I can’t choose among the others.
Thanks Thora. 🙂
For me it was also difficult to choose because I also like John Porter (one of Richard’s best role), John Mulligan, etc. 😉
First off, you’re English is really good! So I hope you don’t worry to much over it when you do post in English. 🙂 I’m impressed that you can put your favorite characters in order. There are characters I don’t particularly care for, but I’m not sure I could choose a favorite of the ones you listed. Depending on the day and my mood any one of these five could top my list!
Thanks for my English, but Google Translator and WordReference are helping me a lot. Without them, I will be lost, lol.
Well my first is again and again Guy of Gisborne , because he’s complex , not manichean at all , verrrry sexy in black leather, sometimes cruel and sometimes moving, after having watch many times Robin Hood in the 3 last years , I’m still fascinated. So for the first it’s easy to choose, it’s harder for the next. My second is John Standring , so sweet , shy and moving , great composition of actor , Richard seems to be another man (new body , new face) without make-up and special effects. My third is John Porter because it’s a very physical character and also he’s an incredible hero , brave , strong and compassionate. I love this character very much. For the two last it’s very difficult to choose. My fourth is John Thornton , because I love to see a man romantically in love , and because Richard is very deep in this character. My fifth is thorin , sexy , deep , strong , interesting (and I love very much the long hair). That »s all!
Guy of Gisborne… what else ? lol
I also like John Porter and John Standring. They would be in Nr 6 and Nr 7. 🙂
Richard plays at lot of John, lol.
Ooh, I like that Guy got the No.1 spot! He was the best thing about Robin Hood!
As TV characters go, Lucas would get top spot. Your No.5 becomes my No.1 🙂
2nd is tricky…I’m gonna give joint 2nd to two of the Johns – Thornton & Porter. Then joint 3rd to Harry and Guy. This is subject to change, hehe!
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I agree, Richard was the best thing in « Robin Hood » with Keith Allen, who plays an excellent Sheriff. 🙂
Hi April,
These are all good RA role choices! And though Thornton first claimed my heart, Sir Guy’s tragic anti-hero grew in it, Harry fluffed it up and made it comfy, Lucas challenged it with his moral dilemmas, and Thorin captured it for his treasure. Ha!
Cheers! Grati;->
Very lovely reasons to like these characters. 🙂
Hard for me to give my list, because Thornton is the first of my list. But sometimes Guy pushes poor Mr. Thornton and jumps on the first place. Oh, Harry does the same! 🙂
But all depends on my mood.
John Thornton, Guy of Gisborne and Harry Kennedy fighting for the 1st place… lol.
Tie for 1 & 2=Thornton and Thorin
3 Guy of Gisborne
4 John Porter
5 Lucas North
honorable mention=John Standring
Great post!
Love the « honorable mention »… 😉
Oh, boy, I better brace myself because most of you are not going to like me very much in a few days when I tackle the ‘sacred cow’ that is Harry Kennedy! *sigh*
Let’s see, putting favorites in order is very hard, actually, but I will go with the first thoughts that come into my mind:
1. John Standring: My RP husband so, no contest there. He has all the important qualities a good husband should have and – even though I am not a country girl – the man is noble and loving and simply wonderful in every way that counts for a happy married life.
2. Lucas North: A tragic figure if there ever was one. I refuse to acknowledge the existence of Series 9. In my world, it never happened; Lucas is alive and well. He is a courageous, loyal hero, a great leader and still fighting the baddies. This is one of several beefs I have to pick with Richard.
3. John Thornton: The kiss at the train station is arguably the most intensely romantic one put on film and it illustrates the erotic power of true, pure, unadulterated virtuous love. If you add to that his sense of duty and responsibility, his deep love for his mother and the concern he expresses for his workers and their families…I simply adore him. Also, if I ever get married, my man will have to wear a cravat – lots of them – when we are alone, of course, once the cell phone ringers have been turned off. You gals catch my drift. Pass the smelling salts!
4. John Porter: An alpha male, too proud to stand up for himself at the beginning but, boy, did he come back with a vengeance! Those guns! …and I am not talking about the ones with bullets. OOOF! The way he rescued Katie from the terrorists is the kind of testosterone display we should see from real action heroes. Too bad Richard agreed to that inane and infuriating conclusion! Another beef I must pick with that man if I am ever given the chance.
5. Guy of Gisborne: In real life, I would stay away from a man like that. Heck, I would run away. In our fangirling world? Come here, baby, let me take good care of you and love you into redemption! Oh…and don’t forget to wear The Pants of Seduction, especially the ones with laces.
I’ve watched season 9 of « Spooks », but I didn’t like what they have done with Lucas’ character. 😦
I’m 100% agree with what you said about Sir Guy. A man like him in real life ? No thanks… OK, he has qualities, he can be nice, but he has killed people, even the woman he loved… not good at all (as Radagast said in « The Hobbit », lol).
But in our fantasy world ??? Oh yes, come here honey and give me a hug…
OK more than a hug but I cannot tell what I would really want from him here, lol.
Your English is beautifully written and I enjoyed reading your post. John Thornton will always be number 1 for me. #2 is Harry Kennedy, #3Lucas North, #4 Thorin, #5 John Standring.
Thanks for my English. 🙂
Hello April! my top three would be:
1. J. Porter: my damaged hero. He’s all about honor and integrity. BTW, it doesn’t hurt that he looks amazing in uniform (and without it, too…)
2. Thorin: I met Richard because he was chosen for this role. As a character, I love him ’cause he’s 100% loyal to his family and his legacy.
3. J. Thornton: Take me back to 19th century and I’ll help him with his cravat…
I like the rest of his characters but I don’t have them in particular orden: special mention to Ricky Deeming (great monologue in the interrogation room) and Monet (lovely scene with his deceased wife).
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Long live Google Translator and WordReference ! lol
Merci for your very nice post! Here are my fave 5:
1) John Thornton
2) Thorin
3) Harry « Jasper » Kennedy
4) John Porter
5) Lucas North (I refuse to watch S09)
My choice is equally based on RA’s good acting and ovaries responses 😛 AND my brain reactions to plot and actions in the movies/series. My ovaries alone couldn’t decide which is my fave, I love them all, from John Standring to Thorin.
You’re welcome. 🙂
One more role and Lucas will disappear from your top 5. If it happens, I wonder if we could be friends any longer… 😀
My top 5? It’s too much fluctuating, depends on my mood, which is very fluctuating too…
Oh no… if we are not friend any longer, with whom will I do the next photoshoot with Little Guy ? lol
I’m sure that Lucas has a special place for you… admit it, lol.
He has… And so has Little Guy! 😀
C’est le cuir voyons, tout est dans le cuir ! D’où la première place de Gizzy 😛
Pour moi ce serait
1) Lucas North
2) Guy of Gisborne
3) John Thornton
4) John Porter
5) Harry Kennedy
Le cuir, c’est la vie… lol. 🙂
My 5 favourite characters :
1.John Thornton (he allways be my no.1)
2.Thorin
3.Guy
4.John Standring
5.Harry
But the truth is I love all Richard’s characters (Lucas, John Porter, Percy,et..)
I also love all Richard’s character… but certain more than other, lol.
I know I’m late for the party, catching up, but Loved your top 5!
My top 5:
1. Lucas North
2. Thorin
3. John Thornton
4. John Standring
5. Guy of Gisborne
I first saw RA in North and South, so JT always has a special place in my heart 🙂
John Thornton will also always have a special place in my heart. 😉
1- Lucas North(John Bateman, encore un John!),pour l’ambivalence du personnage, tout comme Guy de Gisborne.parvenir à nous faire aimer des méchants, chapeau !
2- John Thornton, John Porter, les hommes biens, responsables, ayant la notion de sacrifice chevillée au corps
3-Thorin, pour son look ,et sa voix ( quand il chante, on regrette que ce soit si bref)
je ne connais pas John Standring, mais à vos commentaires, ça donne envie de le découvrir.
Je ne peux que te conseiller de regarder « Sparkhouse ». On y voit un Richard transformé et très touchant. 🙂
Par contre, l’histoire n’est pas très gaie, c’est une adaptation moderne de « Les hauts de Hurlevent ».