Approached by Iron Man’s other rival, Justin Hammer, to build new armours to outshine Stark’s technology, Whiplash agrees but only if Hammer helps him retrieve his pet bird from Russia.
Constructing Compelling Characters: How to Write a Villain (Part 3/3)
Writing Practice
Villains often have complex experiences and challenges that drive their behaviour. The best villains aren’t the ones that just appear onscreen spewing destruction. Just like the protagonists, the antagonists in our essays need to have understandable motives, be interesting and clearly described in order for the essay to succeed. Let’s learn from the triumphs and failures of familiar onscreen Marvel villains to construct our own bad guys.
Clarity
Ensure your character actions and descriptions actually contribute to your story to provide clarity and avoid causing confusion.
Iron Man's Whiplash
X-Men's Magneto
Magneto looks at his old friend Charles and makes a decision within himself. He still has people on earth that mean as much as family to him. Drawing a deep breath, he summons his powers and unleashes them all.
Black Panther's Killmonger
Upon defeating the King of Wakanda, Killmonger gains control as the newly crowned King. He orders their Vibranium weapons to be sent out across the world, for people to rise up and kill their oppressors. “Finally, we can overthrow those who oppress us!” declares Killmonger.
