Much like super heroes there are different types of Villains, this though mostly focuses on the Villains motive because their motive is the biggest differences between the types. Now the best way to explain the different types of Villains is to look at the Alignment chart and just remove the good portion all together and the Neutral Neutral or True Neutral. So here it goes. Please keep in mind that though some of this is a direct copy of the Alignment chart this is also my take on it. Please, if you disagree explain why politely. The Three Evils
Chaotic These Villains kill, pillage and generally cause mayhem- however, they are not always pure Destroyers (chaotic evil does not mean chaotic stupid): for example, they won't always rampage and kill thousands, though they would certainly not be against doing so if the moment was right. Chaotic Evil characters are power-hungry, demonic, vicious, predatory and barbaric (i.e. The Joker, Carnage, Diablo) Lawful These Villains enforce order within their setting, but have no value for the rights of others; in fact, they will happily destroy said rights- using law and order as a means by which to dominate or ruin others. Lawful Evil characters are tyrannical, controlling and generally evil-minded, but sworn to abide by some sort of code. (i.e Darth Vader, Shadow King, Doctor Doom) Neutral These Villains are arguably amongst the most vile as they are utterly without morals. Valuing only themselves, they will not engage in rampant destruction, like the chaotic evil, nor do they value law and order, like the lawful evil; instead, they do whatever it takes to get what they desire. Neutral Evil characters are devious, treacherous and rogue-like. (i.e. Mystique, Penguin, Slade) The Two Neutrals Chaotic These Villains do not actively seek to harm others, in contrast to chaotic evil, but neither do they seek to aid someone, as a chaotic good character would do. A common expression used for chaotic neutral is a humorous but truthful one "Chaotic Neutral: may save the world, may steal your car". Seeing as such, these Villains will be the ones who will show mercy to their targets if given a good enough reason or will wipe out a whole city. Truthfully these Villains rely mostly on their moods to make decisions then others. (i.e. Loki, Venom, Jason Todd) Lawful These Villains value only law and order, not the rights of others- unlike Lawful Evil characters, they don't seek personal gain from their misdeeds, often believing they are doing right. They are oppressive and cruel but not because they seek authority over others; they simply believe the ends justify the means. Very much a Vigilante type Villain but they see nothing wrong with a growing list of deaths by their hand, plan to kill more, and feel no guilt over their plans. To them, as long as they succeed in bringing 'order' they are happy. (i.e. Magneto, Ronan the Accuser, Emma Frost )
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