Hypothetically, yes—a team of 100 men could beat a silverback gorilla, but there are critical caveats:
1. Unarmed vs Armed:
- Unarmed humans: A silverback gorilla is immensely strong—5 to 10 times stronger than a human, with incredible bite force and reflexes. If the 100 men are unarmed, many would likely be seriously injured or killed before subduing the gorilla, but sheer numbers could eventually overpower it through attrition.
- Armed humans: If the group had nets, spears, or even blunt objects, the outcome shifts dramatically. They could coordinate a strategy to pin, injure, or kill the gorilla from relative safety.
2. Training and Coordination:
- 100 random, untrained men would likely panic or act inefficiently.
- 100 trained military or martial arts personnel working as a unit could execute coordinated takedowns, flanks, and subduing techniques, greatly increasing their odds
3. Environment Matters:
- In an open arena, 100 men have room to maneuver and surround the gorilla.
- In tight quarters, the gorilla’s raw power gives it a huge advantage.
Conclusion:
- Physically possible? Yes, especially with minimal tools or coordination.
- At what cost? Potentially dozens of human injuries or fatalities depending on preparedness.
Here’s a step-by-step simulation of a hypothetical battle between a silverback gorilla and 100 unarmed but coordinated men in a neutral arena setting:
Setting
- Location: Open, flat arena (like a gymnasium-sized ring)
- Participants:
- 1 adult male silverback gorilla (~400 lbs, 6 ft tall when upright)
- 100 fit, adult men (mixed martial artists, wrestlers, and athletes;
PHASE 1: Initial Contact (Seconds 0–15)
- 10 men form a distraction circle, drawing the gorilla’s attention.
- Gorilla charges with explosive speed, immediately mauls 1-2 men, tossing one ~10 feet, breaking ribs and concussing another.
- The other 8 retreat; gorilla roars, asserting dominance.
- Casualties: 2 severely injured humans. Gorilla: Unharmed.
PHASE 2: Surround and Harass (Seconds 15–60)
- 40 men form a wider semi-circle, rotating and throwing jackets, yelling, creating confusion.
- Gorilla charges again, grabs another man by the leg, breaks his femur, and tosses him.
- As the gorilla turns to the next target, 6 men rush in from behind, grabbing its legs and back.
Casualties: 1 more seriously injured. Gorilla: Beginning to fatigue slightly.
PHASE 3: Swarm Tactics (Minute 1–2)
- The rear attackers cling tightly, attempting to restrict movement.
- 20 more men swarm the gorilla, targeting arms and head.
- The gorilla slams several to the ground, injuring 3–4 more, but it’s now overwhelmed by sheer mass.
- 10 men form a human wall on the edges to block escape.
Casualties: 5–7 total humans injured or out. Gorilla: Bleeding, but still fighting.
PHASE 4: Overpowering and Subduing (Minute 2–4)
- 60+ men now engaged; they dogpile the gorilla.
- Several anchor its limbs, others apply chokes or body weight compression.
- Gorilla is still dangerous, managing to bite a man’s arm and throw off two others.
- But oxygen depletion and mass pinning takes over.
Casualties: 8–10 severe human injuries, including broken limbs and bites. Gorilla: Losing consciousness.
PHASE 5: Outcome (Minute 4+)
- Gorilla is eventually subdued, breathing heavily, immobilized.
- Depending on intent, the team could neutralize (kill) or trap it.
- At least 15 men are seriously injured, some critically, but victory achieved through numbers and coordination.
Final Tally
| Category | Gorilla | Humans |
| Outcome | Defeated, potentially killed | Victory through attrition and tactics |
| Injured | Likely fatal wounds | 15+ severely injured, 30+ minor injuries |
| Key Factors | Raw power, speed, bite force | Teamwork, coordination, overwhelming numbers |
Verdict:
Victory is possible for 100 humans—but it would be brutal, chaotic, and come at a high cost. In real life, it would be incredibly unethical and dangerous to attempt. But in pure theory: yes, 100 men could beat a silverback gorilla.
. It probably won't help none but the gorilla will be caught off guard.
The original scenario was that everybody was bloodlust. Irl a gorilla is running away from 100 humans. And humans aren’t willing fighting a gorilla lol.
