Think of your favorite villain. What makes them memorable? From Professor Moriarty to Cersei Lannister to The Joker, the ‘method behind their madness’ often plays a big role in cementing their place in popular culture. In this post, we’re going to break down what villain motives are, how they can be used to make a…
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