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Villains are the lifeblood of any great story. Not just anime, even Shakespeare wrote plays around villains, Macbeth and Julius Caesar for instance. But as time passed, the impact of the hero defeating the villains was seen as an opportunity to gain more following and popularity.
This led to the growing number of antagonists in stories with barely half a brain and nothing but brute force and evident evil intentions, thus justifying their being pummeled by the main character.
True villains are showcased in Netflix’sCastlevania, and they’re not just a part of the narrative; they define it. Be it Carmilla, Isaac, Olrox, or Drolta – none of them are your standard run-of-the-mill antagonists.
Castlevania’svillains are a perfect fusion of style and substance.
Castlevania’santagonists could as easily be the focus characters. They carry a charm that’s both menacing and irresistibly captivating to the fans. For instance, Carmilla is akin to an ice queen personified until her ruthlessness is revealed.
The savage in her is hidden within an elegant exterior that makes her hard to hate or despise. And every calculated move of hers was terrifying and fascinating at the same time.
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Even other antagonists, like Isaac, who embodies a sense of purpose, emits a quiet power that stifles those around him. Olrox, with his sharp intellect and haunting presence, and Drolta’s energy and bold style, are a concoction of the highest level that culminate into a memorable masterpiece.
Kaido is a missed opportunity inOne Piece
Enter Kaido fromOne Piece, a villain who was hyped for a very long time as one of the most formidable foes in the series but ultimately fell short of delivering. Much of the impact is lost as the man does not match up to what is heard about him, leading to a drop in the initial impact. This is a slipped chance to showcase the majesty of theseemingly invincible villain.
Visually, Kaido’s design is imposing, but it lacks the distinctiveness and flair that made characters like Doflamingo unforgettable. Doflamingo’s stylish attire and unique personality made every scene he was in memorable –Kaido, in comparison, feels generic and normal.
To me, a show is only as good as its antagonist and/or anti-hero.These 4 will always be Castlevania for me. The Icons.Somehow & someway, I need a dinner scene with Drolta, Isaac, Olrox & Carmilla.I need the shade, mess, fashion & scheming.pic.twitter.com/HaAhHVgw4U
Castlevania’svillains are the definition of ‘the big bad,’ not because of their appearances, they do not look liketerrifying sea-faring warriors– but they still manage to dominate every scene they’re in, not because of their abilities but because of their majestic presence and carefully crafted personalities.
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Kaido, despite his brute force, fails to achieve this and ends up being forgettable and lacks visceral or narrative impact like villains should.
You can streamOne PieceandCastlevaniaon Netflix.
Chandra Shekhar
Anime Writer
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Chandra Shekhar is an Anime Writer at FandomWire with over 800 published articles under his belt. A law student by training but a storyteller at heart, he blends his sharp analysis with a deep love for all things anime. From the old-school Yu Yu Hakusho to the eldritch horrors of Lord of the Mysteries, his knowledge spans decades and genres. When he’s not writing, he’s likely buried in webnovels, silently hoping his favorite ones get the anime adaptation they deserve.
