LogFAQs > #921250770

Here are my additional snubs:

Dr. Wily - He was one of my last cuts from the original bracket
Diablo - Same for him.
Red, Blue - Red is iconic for being the default image of a trainer, and Blue is an iconic jerk*ss rival
Andrew Ryan - Complex character with unique motivations who shaped the story of Bioshock
Big Daddy - considered for the bracket
Trevor Philips - notable anti-hero who could believably commit heinous acts in GTA
Gex - had unique gameplay and abilities for the time, praised for his witty one liners
Athena Asamiya - Her design and powers making her a popular magical schoolgirl archetype. She wasn't just popular in KoF, but her game Psycho Soldier had unique gameplay for 1987 and she was one of the first game characters to have their own vocal theme music. She is also a descendant of the Athena from a self-titled arcade/NES game. She even became a virtual Youtuber last year. Athena was one of the last cuts from the bracket.
Kain, Raziel (Legacy of Kain) - Kain himself is probably a valid snub, perhaps Raziel too.
Garrus Vakarian - another late cut from the bracket. He is a very strong and developed character in his own right.
Max Payne - Possibly THE defining vigilante cop in gaming. Also known for this dark personality and development, and for having the worst luck on the planet.
Ness - Probably a valid snub, but I'm not sure he does enough. He would barely be known by anyone if it wasn't for smash. Earthbound is a game with many merits, but I feel that few of them can be attributed to Ness himself.
The Prince of Persia - The early games featuring him had unique gameplay for the time and he was a more mature protagonist. The Sands of Time brought in the unique time manipulation into gameplay, and the Prince was likable and praised for his development. Valid snub most likely.
Q*Bert - A cute character in a unique early 80s game. He had some personality too with his "cussing". Valid snub.
Rayman - Very unique design and his punch powers brought a new experience to gameplay. His 2D games are renowned for difficulty. Mascot for Ubisoft.
John Marston - Another late cut from the bracket
Ryo Hazuki - A normal guy who does normal guy things in Shenmue. He's known for driving a forklift at his part-job. Shenmue was a hit despite focusing on the mundane. Players really care about him due to everything they have to do in the game.
Heather Mason - somewhat a late cut. She's a unique female protag in Silent Hill 3.
Garrett (Thief) - Also a late cut. He is praised for his development and coolness. He is a cynical bad*ss who is the gaming version of Robin Hood.
Illidan Stormrage - A very powerful villain who is deeply involved with the lore of Warcraft. Known for his duel against Arthas and the Legion. He is praised for his struggles with his own power.
Little Mac - The ultimate underdog protagonist. He's a little guy who takes down huge fighters. Not sure if he does enough to be a real snub.
Frog - I had him in the bracket for a long time, but I just couldn't nail down WHAT his influence to gaming is. His unique accent and power despite being a frog maybe? And his history with Magus acting as a false flag to direct the player's hatred to him. Valid snub maybe.
Carl Johnson - Possibly a valid snub as a notable minority protagonist in gaming. He looked a bit like a stereotype but was a very sensible and likable char. Minority protags were still pretty rare at the time.
---

B8 Waifu ranking - http://pastebin.com/qnUpLnDA