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They're my favorite characters out of every novel. In fact, later this week, I'll get into detail into why I like villains so much. (Hint: It's because I'm one of them.) But for now, I made you a handy list on why you too should like those evil creatures.
1. They're the underdogs
Voldemort? Killed by a spell. Tom? Jerry used to give him a shiner every two seconds. President Snow? Let's not even get into that. One way or another, these poor fellas always face their terrible fate. It's so unfair.
2.They're smarter than the MC
I can't count how many times a dumbass hero managed by some divine miracle to outsmart a criminal mastermind. Aside of being completely unrealistic, why do writers insist on not giving them enough credit for their smartness?
3. They got swag
Voldemort?
Rocking that robe like a noseless boss.
Joker?
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He kinda looks like me with my make up on.
Snape?
4. They're commited to their job
Most of these villain spend years and years honing their evil plans. Talk about work ethics.
5. They're not loved enough
Ohh my godd! Would you look at that puppy face!
Umm, well, maybe it's just the camera angle...
6. They can easily kill you
When all else fails, just remember they're not to be messed with. They can easily kill you. They do it for a living. So, yeah, unless you're the main character, join their side or get wasted.
So yes, I wholeheartedly encourage rooting for the villain. Unless it's Dolores Umbridge. That bitch deserves no love. In the end, I will leave you with the wise word of Barney Stinson: "Karate Kid's a great movie. It's the story of a hopeful young karate enthusiast whose dreams and moxie take him all the way to the All Valley Karate Championships. Of course, sadly, he loses in the final round to that nerd kid. But he learns an important lesson about gracefully accepting defeat."
Villains are always my favorite character too. I always find them so interesting because they usually have some kind of deep and dark story that made them the way that they are, and I always just want to cuddle them into goodness! Of course, in the end I find myself disappointed by the fact that they get so easily defeated. I always secretly want them to win!
I hear you! There need to be more happy endings. And by happy ending I mean darkness ruling everything. *evil laugh*
Thanks for stopping by, Asti ;)
Reem, this is an AWESOME post. I always feel like villains are not as appreciated as the heroes and heroines, but seriously - what would the hero do if there were no villains to fight? While they aren't always my favorite characters (some of them are really just bleh), I do admit that there are some I absolutely fell for and loved. *cough*The Darkling*cough* Ha, I always crack up when I see that picture of Snape.
YES. God, except Umbridge. I have absolutely no love for her at all.
But this post? <3
I hear ya! Like you said, without villains the stories would have no backbone! I heard some really good things about the Darkling, and I'm getting Shadow and Bone really soon, so I'm sure I'll fall for him too ;)
I hate Umbridge just as much as I hate slow internet. Thanks for stopping by Meg! It's comments like these that make me blog in the first place <3
You gotta love Barney Stinson. He might not make sense most of the time, but when he cracks me up! Dolores Umbridge gives a bad reputation to all the other :cool" villains out there.
I'm glad you like this, and P.S: Thanks for the shout out on twitter, luv :)
Yay!
I just had to share it 'cause of its awesomeness =D
Lol, love this post! I love me some good villains. And I actually love when the MC is a little (or a lot) evil.
"They're commited to their job" So true. The good guys (girls) are always whining and doubting themselves and have to man up, while the villains have no trouble to do the 'dirty work' :P
And Snake's hair flip move? - Epic!!
I love it when the MC has a darker side. Makes them more real, you know? And yes, they are committed ! although I like it when the villain has a purpose other than making the MC's life a living hell
Snape has awesome greasy hair, and he ain't afraid to show it. Thanks for stopping by Cayce! ;)
Ha ha this is like the best post ever about villains! And God, that last HIMYM episode was hilarious. Barney always like villain better than the heroes it's unbelievable. Also, yes I hate Dolores Umbridge with a passion. But yes, villains unlike Umbridge needs to be appreciated more for their swag if nothing else. =D
P.S. Great blog!