Better late than never I always say (but at least this posting made me join up to this discussion forum) but heres my opinion.
I partly agree with those who call for a draw as Nightwing is sublime at hand to hand and would give Wolverine or Daredevil a run for their money and even then he would win as much as he'd lose as it always depends on scenario. The success rate I would have to tip more than slightly to Cyclops, you can check this link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclops_(comics) or:
His optic beam is Omega level in regards to power (but classified as Alpha due to being predominantly human albeit peak athletic) and can punch holes through mountains or knock small objects with a slight tap (if you liken it to a billiards/pool player, Cyclops could actually play close to 100% accuracy sinking by using just his beam instead of a pool cue)
His tatical mastery, while not natural leadership such as Captain America or exceptional brilliance such as Mister Fantastic, has extensively grown where even his peers in the Marvel Universe accept his position of authority without question but even more impressive can work under another leader directing his team without question.
Has reached peak athleticism and has as rigorous training as any metahuman in the Marvel Universe and is well versed in several disciplines and has also built several acrobatic moves to work in conjunction with his powers.
As a close combat cambatant, I would say Nightwing has the undisputed title, beating Cyclops in close combat, however easily, not in the slightest, but its probable. As a ranged fight, Nightwing despite his various tools is inferior in every way. Cyclop's visual acuity means he will see everything and have the next 3 or 4 counter attacks planned in his head before he fires a shot, both defensively and offensively.
Also, one last comment, it says his original visor was hand operated but further versions were neural or thought controlled which makes him on par with any marksman in the Marvel or DC Universes and certainly faster, where Green Arrow, Clint Barton or any using a weapon requires physical tertiary motions (cock > aim > pull), Cyclops reacts somewhat faster as his are thought driven, and requires minimal/no other physical movement.
Post Edited:2007-10-22 19:55:47
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