14 Greatest Video Game Villains Of The Decade (So Far)
8. Demise - The Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword (2011)
Why is Demise a great villain? Because he looks badass, that's why. Okay, that's not the only reason why the Zelda villain appears here, but Demise's demonic "I'm going to rip you limb from limb" look certainly helps him to look the part. No, the main reason for Demise clinching a spot on this prestigious list of villainous celebration is due to who (and what) he is. Skyward Sword is essentially one huge origin story, not just for the legendary green garb adorning each era's Link, but for Ganondorf too. While never explicitly stating that the Demon King of Hyrule is, in fact, the reincarnation of Demise, the implication couldn't be stronger if Nintendo themselves had whispered it into your ear. Even the most deranged, power-hungry psychopaths have parents, but it's no wonder Ganandorf hates the world when his 'Dad' was essentially hatred incarnate.
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