ALL Of Striker's Voice Lines CLEANED UP For Voice Comparison Purposes! 

By the way, if you're interested in hearing more about Striker and the character notes I've taken of him along with a deep dive into what was revealed about his character in the newest episode, pretty please don't hesitate to check out my post on Tumblr here! cloudycasey.tumblr.com/post/718258378193960960/striker-character-notes-compare-and-contrast

I think they both fit him really well! But I totally understand them not being able to get Norman Reedus back 😂 he's a big actor to have on board and probably the biggest they'll ever have. I think Edward's voice is perfect for Striker - he's able to make him sound dark and intimidating while also throwing in some humor with it lol

Edward does a great job progressing Norman’s personality of Striker, but the thing that makes it feel different is not necessarily the voice change, but the writing of Striker in this episode. Him swearing out the singing bandits and just acting comically cynical felt so out-of-character to me. The first time we saw him, he was mysteriously calm and charming, with a low rasp that let the audience know he was up to something. Thankfully this Striker comes back when he’s torturing Stolas, but just the beginning and the “huge ween” gag with the statue felt so out-of-pocket.

Norman gave Striker more of a natural growl when talking when comparing the 2 but kind of flat toned otherwise. However, Ed sounded more expressive with frustration and leaned heavier into the southern/cowboy accent. Both were great for the character.

They used alot more Hissing and rattle sounds in Normans Performance, what makes it even more intimidating and awesome in my mind for Striker, it fits him so well, thats why i miss Normans Voice even more in this. Dont get me wrong, his new voice is good, but still i like Normans way more for Striker.

The funny thing is I didn't even realize he had a new voice actor 💀

Personally I think Norman’s is better, giving a good snake like feeling to it, however Edward does pretty good and if he was going for a less gravely voice with a slight bit more venom to it, I think it be perfect. It sounds like Edward is trying a bit to hard. For an example of what I like use the “I’m in the middle of killing him” line for example, and use the more gravely voice for his annoyance or anger

I think Norman's is a bit better it fits striker so much more though Edwards was amazing aswell

Idk why but I just now noticed a difference between the two. Edward did such a fantastic job that I didn’t even notice on my first viewing. Norman will be missed but Striker is in good hands.

Why is His Voice so HOT!? LIKE WTF!? Tbh tho I like Norman's voice better in my opinion it sounds more Cowboyish and deep which I think fits him well but I also like Edwards as well they both did a good job.😁

I give Edward credit that he does pretty good job impersonate Norman. Norman have this raspy growl with how he talk, while Edward has this husky snarl and both fit Striker pretty well. I didn’t hear much of a difference if it weren’t for the almost obvious tone of pitch with Norman being more lighter than Edward and you can hear at times. Regardless, I think Edward did Norman proud for how he still have his own take while still honoring Norman’s impression of Striker. Hell, I think Edward base his voice close to Norman’s final voice deliver with how eerily similar they sound together when making the character seriously threatening.

I truly think the team mixed Chaz an Striker up big time in personality, Striker don't sound as serious as he did before and i think Edward could have done better voice acting him personality wise, the tone of his voice was spot on, loved it

Can't lie, I think the new voice actor kills it. He's got that deep thick voice, and I enjoy the rumble of his voice just a wee bit more!

I totally watched this for voice comparison purposes

I think Edward does a good job for what it is, but Id be lying if I said I didn't much prefer Norman Reedus's voice, I get hes probably hella expensive but still, plus I think Reedus just does a better job at conveying Striker's character better Although to Edwards credit I definitely feel he's better at being intimidating moreso than charming

This video made me realize Norman actually voice acted in Helluva Boss. That is awesome! Norman is one of my favourite VA's (and one of the few I know by name lol)

I miss the Striker from episode 5, now it feels like a joke-

Dude, I can't choose who I like more. They both sound so good

Apologies for the frame rate on this video btw, I've been struggling to figure out the correct settings to record and render stuff lately but I promise I'm trying to get it fixed!

I like Norman more because he sounded way more menacing and sexy at the same time lol. However, I can get used to Edward’s performance as well. Still can’t help but miss Norman though because he really got me into liking Striker more.

Strikers vibe in his first ep was just such a masterpiece. They couldn’t recreate it in the second ep 😔

FUN FACT: Edward voiced a lot of characters in this franchise, including Millie's dad from episode 5, the bouncer from episode 7, the hound from the unreleased episode 8, a background character in episode 3, and most notably Alastor from the Hazbin Hotel pilot.

I think it was said that Reedus wasn’t available for recording this episode but they haven’t replaced him in this role. He’ll be back in the future.

Is it just me or do I actually prefer Bosco's interpretation? 😳

Tbh it feels a little like a new character somehow. I feel like Striker didn't behave the same in the new one, his personality felt off somehow idk why really. And then adding a new voice just made him feel like someone else? Might just be me tho. Both did an amazing job either way

I really liked Norman's voice better, and I noticed it immediately. I just feel like his gravely soft voice worked better and felt more chilling, sexy and intimidating. Idk. Just my opinion. It was hard for me with Bosco playing him.

They're just similar enough to emphasize the differences. Edward is fine in isolation. Unfortunately, Norman was just too good, so anyone but him would be noticeable.

Ed puts a lot more intimidation and deepness into striker’s voice

I didnt even realize they were different! Tho i like the second better. He sounds more expressive 😌

His voice sounds similar to his debut, but it's like his voice got deeper, I for one couldn't tell at first that his voice changed, except the fact it got deeper, but that's all I noticed. **(Oh and he has a little more of a western accent in the new episode)**

You're a legend to have made this

I think Edward did great, for me personally what made his character feel off was the fact that Striker was such an intimidating character when he first got introduced and I was anticipating that but I feel like was too much of a joke and when things finally got serious the impact was meh and the B plot of Luna getting a shot did not help. With all that and the fact he got a new voice actor, he just didn’t deliver (the portrayal of character not voice actor)

The new Striker sounds quite like Dennis from the original SpongeBob movie

I legit had to rewind back to the first Striker episode to relive Norman's Striker, because Edward's Striker was just so perfect.

I think Edward sounds more like the original near the end of the episode once he and Stolas are in the cave.

norman definitely fits him better. i specially like the way he speaks when he’s fighting moxxie and blitzo, the way he says “vermin” “pathetic” and “don’t worry ma’am, it won’t happen again” are so pleasant to my ears combined with the score and rattle sounds

my person opinion is that norman helps build striker up to be more intimidating and helps the whole “ cowboy “ ascetic that he gives off :) norman did amazing though of course . i like both voices , so overall no complaints

I _DO_ kinda like how "harder..." as a response to getting choked is a running joke in these shows

The more videos I watch, the more I get used to Edward's. As much as I love and miss Norman's, I'm sure I'll get use to the new one.

I think Edward Bosco did a great job voicing him. Its a pretty damn good impression.

Strangely I like Edward’s voice for striker better, it feels more intimidating and western. I think the major problem relies not on the voice change but the writing of the character in this episode

They both are great for the role, there's a clear difference but honestly they both do it for me

Based on the things that Striker say in the latest episode, I don't think he'll die.

Sad Norman most likely won't come back since the TWD Dixon spinoff is pretty important but I hope he at least considers it in between seasons.. glad Bosco is taking the mantle

the different voices suit the theme of the episode imo they introduce striker as a super mysterious and genuinely dominating threat with norman readus' deep gravelly voice, then they have a more comfortable and confident version with edward bosco for a more lighthearted and jokey episode where its more focussed on striker, rather than him being in the background. tbh i found the newest episode's tone was all over the place, but edward by himself did a really good job, both of them were amazing ofc

This "hah" just so... AHHHH😍

I thought there was a different voice actor. My boyfriend and I were watching and I was like. "That's a different voice actor." And he was like. "No it's not." "I'm pretty sure that is. It sounds deeper then his previous." And then we watched the credits and I was like. "Boom! Different voice actor"

I hate to say it but, I think Striker is just a joke now. Don't get me wrong, Ed did a pretty good job on his voice and I kinda figured that it would be hard to get Norman back on. I just think he doesn't have his serious tone like he did before. And the statue of himself... was very unnecessary.. I also had to stop watching the episode bc of how fast pace it was and how hard it was to follow. I'd pick Norman's voice over Ed any day tbh, sorry if you like it

*person:* so who is ur fav Helluva Boss character? *me:* -if i say Striker and am either going to get bullied, made fun of, or feared- ...Millie 😶 *striker:* 😦🤬🖕

I noticed the difference instantly, I do miss Norman but Ed kicked serious ass. This striker seems more scary and I like that, and the delivery on this line 4:02 was fucking perfect

Ed makes him sound REALLY scary whereas Norman makes him sound silly and light-hearted.

Once I watched the new episode I was like “Striker sounds off” but I just told myself maybe it’s because I haven’t heard him in a while but then I realized he got a new voice actor.

honestly, both voices fit striker very well, but each actually fits the situation striker is in at the moment Norman's smoother, slicker voice fits him while he feels confident and has the upper hand, but Edward's voice fits his more angry and desperate overall tone in his second appearance

I think Ed does a good job and i’m okay with the change, but I like Normans performance the best

4:50 “Daddy? I’m sorry. Daddy?”

i didnt really realize the difference until edward screamed for the singing imps to shut up-

I thought I was tripping cuz I was so excited when I recognized Daryl the first time but I noticed immediately when Strikers VA changed and assumed I got it wrong the first time😅

He doesn't hiss nor does his tail rattle in the new episode 😢

Both of the voices for Striker just.....FIT WAY TOO WELL-LIKE I WAS WATCHING THE EPISODES WITH STRIKER IN IT AND IM JUST LIKE "DAYUMMMMMMM😅😳"

When I watched it I didn’t notice but now that I see this I can hear it. The new one sounds lower pitched

Thats why he sounds different :0

I like Edwards voice a little more. it sounds a bit more deep. it fits Striker a little better. sounds more intimidating. Norman did a great job, and the voice was good, but I gotta give it to Edward as a favorite.

I prefer Ed’s version, though both are great. Ed gives him a nice raspiness, a stronger Southern accent, and a deeper voice which suits the character well. I hope Ed voices Striker in his next appearance.

i noticed not only did his voice change, but i think he actually looks older too, almost as if his voice difference came from him aging and becoming more experienced (even tho its like definitely not even like a year difference from the ceremony to the kidnapping) he looks taller and skinnier in the festival episode while in the western energy episode he looks stronger and like his shoulders are more broad (and his mouth shape when he opens it looks a bit different) also seen more in the newest episode "oops"

I never even noticed that his voice changed. I think they both fit him really well. But I love how menacing he sounds with Edward voicing him.

I love em both.

Both fit him really well and I didn’t even notice the change until watching this video but the first one is definitely more accurate for what I would imagine him to sound like but the second voice actor seems better at having an intimidating tone

I prefer Norman but Edward def did a great job, I didn't even notice till this video that they were different and I've watched it twice. Striker is in good hands for sure though :)

New voice actor fits him way better idc

Norman had a good singing voice and just a catchy voice in general. Edward had a dark and Erie tone when it came to striker which i loved.

Norman was better for him imo but that's not to say Edward wasn't amazing, too. It could also just be the fact that I get adjusted to the first voice I hear for something and then can't click with any changes. I don't look forward to Sir Pentious being changed for that exact reason :"))

his return was kinda disappointing ngl.. like i rly expected something much grander and bigger to happen. dont get me wrong, the fight scene was incredible. but for most of the episode to be treated like a joke, especially with that whole B plot of loona getting her shot while strikers return IS LITERALLY HAPPENING and stolas is in real danger.. i just wish the whole episode took a more serious turn. like the end of the last episode he was seen in ( 3:15 ) that final line was so HYPEE.. the b plot wouldve been a funny thing on its own or maybe just in another episode, but for it to be here while striker literally has stolas captured and is about to KILL HIM is insane. like if stella hadnt called striker, then stolas would actually be dead, thats HUGE. and we had that comedic stupid b plot. again, it wouldve been funny on its own and i think it was cute when loona was making those dog whimpers and hiding under the chair, but it rly shouldnt have been in this episode imo. man, i just rly wish this striker returns episode was taken more seriously. as for the voice actors, i do miss the old one but i think the new one fits him pretty well. hell(uva boss), i didnt even know they changed va's until i saw this. (haha im so funny)

Right when Striker talked, I knew his voice was different. I even told my boyfriend about it because we were watching the new episode, he noticed as well but we figured it was different since Norman is doing other shows. We both like it:)

while I do think Norman was way better at sounding intimidating af, which is important for Striker's character, Edwards voice in general works better for Strikers design and demeanor, minus the intimidation. But with the right background music and visual affects, the intimidation can occur, it just isn't constant.

4:02 "SHUt The FUCK uP" I definitely feel like Edward's performance gives more of his "southern" niess. Idk I like them both!

seems like the new voice actor is deeper compared to the previous but you can barely tell the difference

i prefer edward tbh, i like the deepness to his voice and his tone

i didnt even notice his voice change until i see someone talking about it lmao

i'm the only one who thinks this character is hot💀..

I actually like Edwards take better. Love Norman but I mean Striker didn't sound like a character named Striker....he just sounded like Norman Reedus.

Nice job I miss Norman

I love how he says shut the fuck up lol

The new voice really matches the character perfectly!!! Omg

If I had to pick, then I'd have to say I prefer the first voice, it kinda suits him better

The new voice actor is good and all, but I personally like Norman better still. Do you plan to do a video like this for Stolas?. He has a new voice actor too apparently but I honestly havent heard ANY difference lol.

Funniest part- While I knew the actor changed in a heartbeat, I only knew it was Ed until he began screaming at the little guys singing his theme song lolol Him screaming a bunch during Hunicast gave him away so quickly lolol

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Personally I've always liked Edward's performance more than Norman's _(Thought the voice sounded better)_ The only problem with it was the writing, as it made him seem less scary/intimidating due to trying to be comedic. Just thought i'd throw my 2 cents in _:)_

He needs more gravel. The first one was delicious to listen to

So COOL! Both of the voices are awesome! :)

They both fit him really good but I think Edwards fits more for this latest episode then it would for the first striker episode

From what I heard, Norman was busy voicing something else, and so Edward Bosco (voice of Alastor) filled in for him

Norman’s voice is just iconic with striker, when I watched the new episode I was just sad they changed it, don’t even like the new voice

6:44 “uuugh~ harder~ 😩” -Moxxie

Never knew Striker could be this hot and intimidating (Quite the thriller huh?) Edit: His life must’ve been hard a bit

Striker is somehow still hot even after that episode.

TO be honest ... i kind of like Boscos voice better...

Unpopular opinion (Probably not): Edward's voice fits so much better on Striker than Norman's

Norman Reedus obviously