Giles was the pack leader, a dedicated man who understood the importance of his work, who sought no recognition for his efforts, and provided stable leadership for an unlikely group of young warriors. Unfortunately, he came a little unhinged in S7, and became just a little too whiny and unhelpful to Buffy at a time when she could have used his support.
Spike was certainly more colourful, but Giles was more important to the show.
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