History Sandbox / MonsterSpyroTheDragon

* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon Year of the Dragon]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorceress]] is the [[GodSaveUsFromTheQueen cruel ruler]] of the Forgotten Worlds. Manipulating her apprentice Bianca into abducting 150 Dragon Eggs under the guise of restoring magic to her kingdom, the Sorceress quickly reveals the true depths of her [[NotSoWellIntentionedExtremist selfishness and hypocrisy]]. Completely uncaring of the lives of her men, the Sorceress transforms her own minions into freakish monsters to fight Spyro, and ultimately plans to create a monster to wipe out every dragon, [[WouldHurtAChild even the hatchlings]], all so she can collect their wings for a spell that will give her eternal youth. She nonchalantly states that she doesn't even have to kill them; she just doesn't want them wriggling around while she removes their wings. A genocidal tyrant who [[ItsAllAboutMe only cares about herself]], the Sorceress stands out as [[VileVillainSaccharineShow the darkest and purest villain in the original Spyro trilogy]].
* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroShadowLegacy Shadow Legacy]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a Purple Dragon who believes that he is a "True Dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates three Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the Shadow Realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's [[VileVillainSaccharineShow darkest foes]].

* [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a [[DragonsAreDemonic monstrously evil dragon]] responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the Purple Dragon, Malefor had his Ape servants raid the Dragon Temple and smash all of the Eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his Ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat from the Siege of Warfang, only to allow the Golem the opportunity to wreak destruction upon the city. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].
* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroTheEternalNight The Eternal Night]]'': [[ManiacMonkeys Gaul]] is the leader of the Apes who seeks to release Malefor from his prison. Prior to the story, Gaul personally led the raid on the Dragon Temple, [[WouldHurtAChild destroying every Dragon Egg there]]. Taking Cynder's Egg back to his lair, Gaul uses Malefor's magic to [[TheCorrupter warp the young Cynder]] into an instrument of war, [[AndIMustScream keeping her aware of her actions]], and through her had countless innocents enslaved or slaughtered. In the second game, Gaul has his followers siege the Dragon Temple again purely to kill Spyro. Later in the game, Gaul commits an attack on the Skavenger's ship, leaving it to burn with its inhabitants inside. Before the final battle, Gaul drains Spyro of his strength and forces Cynder to try and kill him. [[FantasticRacism Despite having a deep hatred for dragons]], Gaul committed many atrocities under Malefor's command purely to obtain more power.

'''Bianca:''' Uh, um, won't that kill them?\\

No matter the continuity, the [[Franchise/SpyroTheDragon titular purple dragon]] and his allies are always put up against a wide variety of villains. These characters prove, however, that when it comes to being [[CompleteMonster excessively vile]], "The sky's the limit."

-->-- ''VideoGame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon''

No matter the continuity, the [[Franchise/SpyroTheDragon titular purple dragon]] and his allies are always put up against wide variety of villains. These characters prove, however, that when it comes to being [[CompleteMonster excessively vile]], "The sky's the limit."

'''The Sorceress:''' (laughs) That doesn't matter! As long as I can still collect their wings!\\

'''Bianca:''' You're terrible! I can't believe I ever listened to you! (walks away)\\

No matter the continuity, the titular purple dragon and his allies are always put up against wide variety of villains. These characters prove however, that when it comes to being [[CompleteMonster excessively vile]] "The sky's the limit".

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No matter the continuity, the titular purple dragon and his allies are always put up against wide variety of villains. These characters prove however, that when it comes to being excessively vile "The sky's the limit".

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* ''[[VideoGame/Spyro2RiptosRage Ripto's Rage!]]'' Japanese translation: Ripto's villainy is given far more emphasis and menace in this version of the game. A dinosaur who loathes dragons and seeks power above all else, Ripto arrives in Avalar and begins plans to conquer it. He turns entire groups of people against each other to spark civil wars, dispatches minions to enslave worlds, and demands his armies bring him sapient baby turtles so he can have them cooked up and made into a delicacy. Ripto further has the Satyr race turned to stone, drains the water of the seahorse people so they slowly die of dehydration, and kidnaps the children of the seahorse king in an attempt to control him. When Spyro and his friends disrupt Ripto's activities, he kidnaps the fairy Zoe and tries to feed her to one of his minions -- promising he'll have the entire fairy race devoured in his domination if need be -- and makes multiple attempts to kill all of Spyro's allies out of spite for him being a dragon.

* [[VideoGame/Spyro2RiptosRage Ripto's Rage!]] Japanese version: Ripto (Ravok)

* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroDawnOfTheDragon Dawn of the Dragon]]'': The Golem is an ancient creature from deep underground whose malice and intelligence averts it being a mindless destructive beast. Summoned by Malefor to kill Spyro and Cynder, the Golem is relentless with its pursuit, attempting to either crush the duo or devour them alive. Escaping to the surface, the Golem attacks the city of Warfang, laying waste to it with the intent of leaving the whole city in a pile of flaming ruins and its inhabitants dead.

* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroDawnOfTheDragon Dawn of the Dragon]]'': The Golem is an ancient creature from deep underground whose malice and intelligence averts it being a mindless destructive beast. Summoned by Malefor to kill Spyro and Cynder, the Golem is relentless with its pursuit, attempting to either crush the duo or devour them alive. Escaping to the surface, the Golem attacks the city of Warfang, laying waste to it with the intent of not stopping until the whole city is a pile of flaming ruins and its inhabitants dead.

* The Golem (Wet)

* Ripto (Ravok)

* ''VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyro'' unproduced script ([[https://drive.google.com/file/d/12oZRKTDMzxVum6UJU4ih1XkJF9xiBoy6/view link]]): [[EvilOverlord The Dark Master]] is an evil Purple Dragon who seeks dominion over the realms. Creating an army of monsters, The Dark Master has them raze the surface, killing all in their path and leaving the lands as a charred wasteland. Seeking more power, the Dark Master uses a red jewel to [[YourSoulIsMine steal the souls]] of the dragons he killed to bolster his own power. Kidnapping Cynder as a hatchling, the Dark Master twisted her into a snarling beast and used her as a weapon of war, keeping her aware of her actions. Hearing of [[Characters/SpyroTheDragonTheCharacter Spyro's]] existence, the Dark Master has his minions attack the Dragonfly Village to bring him out, later attacking the Dragon Temple and stealing Ignitus's soul. Despite once being able to be the defender of the realms, the [[AmbitionIsEvil Dark Master]] willingly chose to harbor power and wouldn't be content until he's got it all, standing on a world of ashes.

* [[TheManBehindTheMan The Darkness]] is the source of all evil in the franchise, with the ultimate goal of the total destruction of Skylands followed by domination of the universe. Having terrorized Skylands in the past before being driven off, The Darkness continued to [[TheManBehindTheMan influence and corrupt]] many evil beings over time. [[ItCanThink Revealing its intelligence]] in ''Superchargers'', The Darkness happily aids [[Characters/SkylandersKaos Kaos]] in powering the Sky-Eater before hijacking the scheme and persuading Kaos to destroy Skylands instead, eventually threatening him when [[EvenEvilHasStandards he shows reluctance]]. The Darkness's other, more personal crimes include wiping out Voodood's tribe, destroying Boom Jet's home village, and nearly corrupting Spyro into Dark Spyro. Fully comprehending morality and choosing to embrace evil, The Darkness proves to be a [[VileVillainSaccharineShow dark villain in an otherwise lighthearted setting]].

* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroTheEternalNight The Eternal Night]]'': [[ManiacMonkeys Gaul]] is the leader of the Apes who seeks to release Malefor from his prison. Prior to the story, Gaul personally led the raid on the Dragon Temple, [[WouldHurtAChild destroying every Dragon Egg there]]. Taking Cynder's Egg back to his lair, Gaul uses Malefor's magic to [[TheCorrupter warp the young Cynder]] into an instrument of war, [[AndIMustScream keeping her aware of her actions]], and through her had countless innocents enslaved or slaughtered. In the second game, Gaul has his followers siege the Dragon Temple again purely to kill Spyro. Later in the game, Gaul commits an attack on the Skavenger's ship, leaving it to burn with its inhabitants inside. Before the final battle, Gaul drains Spyro of his strength and forces Cynder to try and kill him. [FantasticRacism Despite having a deep hatred for dragons]], Gaul committed many atrocities under Malefor's command purely to obtain more power.

* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroShadowLegacy Shadow Legacy]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a Purple Dragon who believes that he is a "True Dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates three Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the Shadow Realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

* [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a monstrously evil dragon responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the Purple Dragon, Malefor had his Ape servants raid the Dragon Temple and smash all of the Eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his Ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat from the Siege of Warfang, only to allow the Golem the opportunity to wreak destruction upon the city. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].
* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroTheEternalNight The Eternal Night]]'': [[ManiacMonkeys Gaul]] is the leader of the Apes who seeks to release Malefor from his prison. Prior to the story, Gaul personally led the raid on the Dragon Temple, [[WouldHurtAChild destroying every Dragon Egg there]]. Taking Cynder's Egg back to his lair, Gaul uses Malefor's magic to [[TheCorrupter warp the young Cynder]] into an instrument of war, [[AndIMustScream keeping her aware of her actions]], and through her had countless innocents enslaved or slaughtered. In the second game, Gaul has his followers siege the Dragon Temple again purely to kill Spyro. Later in the game, Gaul commits an attack on the Skavenger's ship, leaving it to burn with its inhabitants inside. Before the final battle, Gaul drains Spyro of his strength and forces Cynder to try and kill him. [[FantasticRacism Despite having a deep hatred for dragons]], Gaul committed many atrocities under Malefor's command purely to obtain more power.

* [[GreaterScopeVillain The Darkness]] is the source of all evil in the franchise, with the ultimate goal of the total destruction of Skylands followed by domination of the universe. Having terrorized Skylands in the past before being driven off, The Darkness continued to [[TheManBehindTheMan influence and corrupt]] many evil beings over time. [[ItCanThink Revealing its intelligence]] in ''Superchargers'', The Darkness happily aids Kaos in powering the Sky-Eater before hijacking the scheme and persuading Kaos to destroy Skylands instead, eventually threatening him when [[EvenEvilHasStandards he shows reluctance]]. The Darkness's other, more personal crimes include wiping out Voodood's tribe, destroying Boom Jet's home village, and nearly corrupting Spyro into Dark Spyro. Fully comprehending morality and choosing to embrace evil, The Darkness proves to be a [[VileVillainSaccharineShow dark villain in an otherwise lighthearted setting]].

* ''VideoGame/{{Skylanders}}'' Creator/IDWPublishing comic: [[BigBad Malefor]] is the self-crowned [[NamesToRunAwayFromReallyFast Undead Dragon King]] in the Underworld of Skylands and is one of the Skylanders' more sinister foes. [[TheCorrupter Corrupting]] many inhabitants of Skylands to do his bidding, Malefor would have his minions kidnap Cynder before she was hatched so he can corrupt her into one of his servants and have her spread fear, terror, and destruction throughout Skylands. When Spyro manages to free Cynder from his control, Malefor would then attempt to capture and torture Hex in an attempt to learn about the secrets of her powers and use them for his own ends, leading to Hex seemingly destroying him, though not before she is transformed into one of the undead. Seeking revenge for his defeat, Malefor forces Calliope to assist him in reviving him with the powers of Spyro, Cynder, and Hex, [[PowerParasite rendering them weak and helpless]], falsely promising her to help her find her family if she does while threatening to kill her if she dares to disobey him. Upon his revival, he traps Spyro, Cynder, Hex, and Wallop in the Cadaverous Crypts, [[CruelMercy only sparing them]] so they can watch as Malefor destroys everything and everyone they ever knew and love in revenge for his defeat, starting with the Skylanders Academy, which is full of [[WouldHurtAChild young students]], all the while absorbing the powers from the other Skylanders as well. An arrogant, malevolent dragon with no comedic aspects whatsoever, Malefor is easily one of the Skylands' most dangerous villains.

* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroShadowLegacy Shadow Legacy]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a Purple Dragon who believes that he is a "True Dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates 3 Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the shadow realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

* [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a monstrously evil dragon responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the Purple Dragon, Malefor had his ape servants raid the Dragon Temple and smash all of the Eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat from the Siege of Warfang, only to allow the Golem the opportunity to wreak destruction upon the city. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].

* [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a monstrously evil dragon responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the Purple Dragon, Malefor had his ape servants raid the Dragon Temple and smash all of the Eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat, only to sic a Golem onto the city of Warfang. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].

* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon Year of the Dragon]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorceress]] is the [[GodSaveUsFromTheQueen cruel ruler]] of the Forgotten Worlds. Manipulating her apprentice Bianca into abducting 150 dragon eggs under the guise of restoring magic to her kingdom, the Sorceress quickly reveals the true depths of her [[NotSoWellIntentionedExtremist selfishness and hypocrisy]]. Completely uncaring of the lives of her men, the Sorceress transforms her own minions into freakish monsters to fight Spyro, and ultimately plans to create a monster to wipe out every dragon, [[WouldHurtAChild even the hatchlings]], all so she can collect their wings for a spell that will give her eternal youth. She nonchalantly states that she doesn't even have to kill them; she just doesn't want them wriggling around while she removes their wings. A genocidal tyrant who [[ItsAllAboutMe only cares about herself]], the Sorceress stands out as [[VileVillainSaccharineShow the darkest and purest villain in the original Spyro trilogy]].
* ''[[VideoGame/SpyroShadowLegacy Shadow Legacy]]'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a purple dragon who believes that he is a "true dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates 3 Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the shadow realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

* [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a monstrously evil dragon responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the purple dragon, Malefor had his ape servants raid the dragon temple and smash all of the eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat, only to sic a Golem onto the city of Warfang. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].
* ''[[VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyroTheEternalNight The Eternal Night]]'': [[ManiacMonkeys Gaul]] is the leader of the Apes who seeks to release Malefor from his prison. Prior to the story, Gaul personally led the raid on the dragon temple, [[WouldHurtAChild destroying every dragon egg there]]. Taking Cynder's egg back to his lair, Gaul uses Malefor's magic to [[TheCorrupter warp the young Cynder]] into an instrument of war, [[AndIMustScream keeping her aware of her actions]], and through her had countless innocents enslaved or slaughtered. In the second game, Gaul has his followers siege the dragon temple again purely to kill Spyro. Later in the game, Gaul commits an attack on the Skavenger's ship, leaving it to burn with its inhabitants inside. Before the final battle, Gaul drains Spyro of his strength and forces Cynder to try and kill him. [[FantasticRacism Despite having a deep hatred for dragons]], Gaul committed many atrocities under Malefor's command purely to obtain more power.

* ''VideoGame/TheLegendOfSpyro'' unproduced script ([[https://drive.google.com/file/d/12oZRKTDMzxVum6UJU4ih1XkJF9xiBoy6/view link]]): [[EvilOverlord The Dark Master]] is an evil purple dragon who seeks dominion over the realms. Creating an army of monsters, The Dark Master has them raze the surface, killing all in their path and leaving the lands as a charred wasteland. Seeking more power, the Dark Master uses a red jewel to [[YourSoulIsMine steal the souls]] of the dragons he killed to bolster his own power. Kidnapping Cynder as a hatchling, the Dark Master twisted her into a snarling beast and used her as a weapon of war, keeping her aware of her actions. Hearing of [[Characters/SpyroTheDragonTheCharacter Spyro's]] existence, the Dark Master has his minions attack the Dragonfly Village to bring him out, later attacking the Dragon Temple and stealing Ignitus's soul. Despite once being able to be the defender of the realms, the [[AmbitionIsEvil Dark Master]] willingly chose to harbor power and wouldn't be content until he's got it all, standing on a world of ashes.

* ''VideoGame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorceress]] is the [[GodSaveUsFromTheQueen cruel ruler]] of the Forgotten Worlds. Manipulating her apprentice Bianca into abducting 150 dragon eggs under the guise of restoring magic to her kingdom, the Sorceress quickly reveals the true depths of her [[NotSoWellIntentionedExtremist selfishness and hypocrisy]]. Completely uncaring of the lives of her men, the Sorceress transforms her own minions into freakish monsters to fight Spyro, and ultimately plans to create a monster to wipe out every dragon, [[WouldHurtAChild even the hatchlings]], all so she can collect their wings for a spell that will give her eternal youth. She nonchalantly states that she doesn't even have to kill them; she just doesn't want them wriggling around while she removes their wings. A genocidal tyrant who [[ItsAllAboutMe only cares about herself]], the Sorceress stands out as [[VileVillainSaccharineShow the darkest and purest villain in the original Spyro trilogy]].
* ''VideoGame/SpyroShadowLegacy'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a purple dragon who believes that he is a "true dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates 3 Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the shadow realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

!!Videogames

* ''VideoGame/{{Skylanders}}'' Creator/IDWPublishing comic: [[BigBad Malefor]] is the self-crowned [[NamesToRunAwayFromReallyFast Undead Dragon King]] in the Underworld of Skylands and is one of the Skylanders' more sinister foes. [[TheCorrupter Corrupting]] many inhabitants of Skylands to do his bidding, Malefor would have his minions kidnap Cynder before she was hatched so he can corrupt her into one of his servants and have her spread fear, terror, and destruction throughout Skylands. When Spyro manages to free Cynder from his control, Malefor would then attempt to capture and torture Hex in an attempt to learn about the secrets of her powers and use them for his own ends, leading to Hex seemingly destroying him, though not before she is transformed into one of the undead. Seeking revenge for his defeat, Malefor forces Calliope to assist him in reviving him with the powers of Spyro, Cynder, and Hex, [[PowerParasite rendering them weak and helpless]], falsely promising her to help her find her family if she does while threatening to kill her if she dares to disobey him. Upon his revival, he traps Spyro, Cynder, Hex, and Wallop in the Cadaverous Crypts, [[CruelMercy only sparing them]] so they can watch as Malefor destroys everything and everyone they ever knew and love in revenge for his defeat, starting with the Skylanders Academy, which is full of [[WouldHurtAChild young students]], all the while absorbing the powers from the other Skylanders as well. An arrogant, malevolent dragon with no comedic aspects whatsoever, Malefor is easily one of the Skylands' most dangerous villains.

[[AC: Classic Continuity]]

* ''Videogame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorceress]] is the [[GodSaveUsFromTheQueen cruel ruler]] of the Forgotten Worlds. Manipulating her apprentice Bianca into abducting 150 dragon eggs under the guise of restoring magic to her kingdom, the Sorceress quickly reveals the true depths of her [[NotSoWellIntentionedExtremist selfishness and hypocrisy]]. Completely uncaring of the lives of her men, the Sorceress transforms her own minions into freakish monsters to fight Spyro, and ultimately plans to create a monster to wipe out every dragon, [[WouldHurtAChild even the hatchlings]], all so she can collect their wings for a spell that will give her eternal youth. She nonchalantly states that she doesn't even have to kill them; she just doesn't want them wriggling around while she removes their wings. A genocidal tyrant who [[ItsAllAboutMe only cares about herself]], the Sorceress stands out as [[VileVillainSaccharineShow the darkest and purest villain in the original Spyro trilogy]].
* ''Videogame/SpyroShadowLegacy'': [[EvilSorcerer The Sorcerer]] is a purple dragon who believes that he is a "true dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates 3 Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the shadow realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

[[AC: Videogame/TheLegendOfSpyro]]

* ''Whole Trilogy'': [[KnightOfCerebus Malefor]] is a monstrously evil dragon responsible for the trilogy's events. Banished by the Dragon Elders after [[FallenHero succumbing to his own ambition and megalomania]], Malefor formulated a new army and waged war against his own kind before being sealed away. To stop the prophecy of the purple dragon, Malefor had his ape servants raid the dragon temple and smash all of the eggs within. Seeking to be released from his prison, Malefor provided Gaul the dark magic in which he could corrupt the hatchling Cynder into a loyal servant, having her torture and [[ManaDrain drain the magic of the Dragon Elders]] to aid him. Free from his prison, Malefor [[BadBoss "rewards" his ape army by stripping them of their flesh]] and forcing them to live in the shadows. Creating a new army of [[RockMonster Grublins]] from the earth, Malefor has them ravage the surface, killing all within their path. Fond of [[HopeCrusher crushing the hope of his enemies]], Malefor has his armies retreat, only to sic a Golem onto the city of Warfang. Intending on bringing about "The Great Cleansing", Malefor resurrects [[BeastOfTheApocalypse The Destroyer]] and attempts to use it to [[OmnicidalManiac bathe the world in a blazing inferno and extinguish all that lives]].

[[AC: Videogame/{{Skylanders}}]]

* CompleteMonster: [[BigBad Malefor]] is the self-crowned [[NamesToRunAwayFromReallyFast Undead Dragon King]] in the Underworld of Skylands and is one of the Skylanders' more sinister foes. [[TheCorrupter Corrupting]] many inhabitants of Skylands to do his bidding, Malefor would have his minions kidnap Cynder before she was hatched so he can corrupt her into one of his servants and have her spread fear, terror, and destruction throughout Skylands. When Spyro manages to free Cynder from his control, Malefor would then attempt to capture and torture Hex in an attempt to learn about the secrets of her powers and use them for his own ends, leading to Hex seemingly destroying him, though not before she is transformed into one of the undead. Seeking revenge for his defeat, Malefor forces Calliope to assist him in reviving him with the powers of Spyro, Cynder, and Hex, [[PowerParasite rendering them weak and helpless]], falsely promising her to help her find her family if she does while threatening to kill her if she dares to disobey him. Upon his revival, he traps Spyro, Cynder, Hex, and Wallop in the Cadaverous Crypts, [[CruelMercy only sparing them]] so they can watch as Malefor destroys everything and everyone they ever knew and love in revenge for his defeat, starting with the Skylanders Academy, which is full of [[WouldHurtAChild young students]], all the while absorbing the powers from the other Skylanders as well. An arrogant, malevolent dragon with no comedic aspects whatsoever, Malefor is easily one of the Skylands' most dangerous villains.

* ''Videogame/SpyroYearOfTheDragon'': [[BigBad The Sorceress]] is the [[GodSaveUsFromTheQueen cruel ruler]] of the Forgotten Worlds. Manipulating her apprentice Bianca into abducting 150 dragon eggs under the guise of restoring magic to her kingdom, the Sorceress quickly reveals the true depths of her [[NotSoWellIntentionedExtremist selfishness and hypocrisy]]. Completely uncaring of the lives of her men, the Sorceress transforms her own minions into freakish monsters to fight Spyro, and ultimately plans to create a monster to wipe out every dragon, [[WouldHurtAChild even the hatchlings]], all so she can collect their wings for a spell that will give her eternal youth. She nonchalantly states that she doesn't even have to kill them; she just doesn't want them wriggling around while she removes their wings. A genocidal tyrant who [[ItsAllAboutMe only cares about herself]], the Sorceress stands out as [[VileVillainSaccharineShow the darkest and purest villain in the original Spyro trilogy]].
* ''Videogame/SpyroShadowLegacy'': [[BigBad The Sorcerer]] is a purple dragon who believes that he is a "true dragon", claiming that [[FantasticRacism the other dragons are not true dragons]]. Prior to the events of the game, the Sorcerer [[TheCorrupter corrupts Red with his magic]], and orders him to place life draining Dark Gems across the realms to poison the life of the world. After Red's defeat, the Sorcerer creates 3 Shadow Amplifier Machines to pull everyone, [[WouldHurtAChild including children]], to the shadow realm so he can drain them of their magic, which involves torturing and killing them. When Bianca tries to stop him, the Sorcerer easily defeats her and orders Red to use her as bait for Spyro so he can kill him. When Spyro finally confronts the Sorcerer, he [[WeCanRuleTogether offers to make Spyro his apprentice]], only for him to reject him anyways, deeming him too small and weak, before attempting to kill him for interfering his plans. A cruel, dark being who believes himself to be superior to the other dragons, the Sorcerer serves as one of Spyro's darkest foes.

* ''Videogame/TheLegendOfSpyro'' unproduced script ([[https://drive.google.com/file/d/12oZRKTDMzxVum6UJU4ih1XkJF9xiBoy6/view link]]): [[EvilOverlord The Dark Master]] is an evil purple dragon who seeks dominion over the realms. Creating an army of monsters, The Dark Master has them raze the surface, killing all in their path and leaving the lands as a charred wasteland. Seeking more power, the Dark Master uses a red jewel to [[YourSoulIsMine steal the souls]] of the dragons he killed to bolster his own power. Kidnapping Cynder as a hatchling, the Dark Master twisted her into a snarling beast and used her as a weapon of war, keeping her aware of her actions. Hearing of [[Characters/SpyroTheDragonTheCharacter Spyro's]] existence, the Dark Master has his minions attack the Dragonfly Village to bring him out, later attacking the Dragon Temple and stealing Ignitus's soul. Despite once being able to be the defender of the realms, the [[AmbitionIsEvil Dark Master]] willingly chose to harbor power and wouldn't be content until he's got it all, standing on a world of ashes.

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