8 Smartest Decisions In DC Villain History

7. Faking Kryptonite Bullets - Deathstroke

Deathstroke is one of the most intelligent, resourceful and downright ruthless villains the DC universe has to offer (though he may take umbrage with the 'v' word if you were to call him that). Plus, with an alias like 'The Terminator', you know he's got to be the real deal.

In his storied career, Deathstroke has taken on the likes of Batman, Green Arrow, the Teen Titans and more private armies than you could possibly imagine. So, just think about what would happen if you outfitted this mercenary - a super soldier with an unrivalled move-set and tactical nous - with one of the most advanced super-suits in DC's library. You get Christopher Priest's Deathstroke.

Priest's stint on the character alongside artist Carlo Pagulayan has proven to be a surprising highlight of DC Rebirth, with one of its best moments involving a confrontation between Slade and the Man of Steel himself, Superman.

Staring down the barrel of a big Kryptonian demi-god, Slade uses all the tools in his arsenal to buy himself some time. He uses the Ikon suit to repel Supes' attacks back at him, and - on the way to accomplishing his mission - chooses to douse his own bullets in neon green to emulate the look of Kryptonite. Meanwhile, Slade causes enough destruction to keep the Man of Steel occupied, and would've likely succeeded had the big blue boy scout not recruited Wilson's son, Jericho, to decommission the Ikon suit.

Either way, Slade's battle with Supes was a prime example of how intelligent the character is. Sure, he has some help, but the fake bullets are the cherry on top of a brilliant battle.