How to Write a Complex Villain

🎉 Want Jerry as your mentor? Learn More: https://shop.jerryjenkins.com/sp/jerrys-guild-sales-page/ How to write a complex villain — one who's believable, worthy of your hero, and keep readers turning pages. This video discusses: [1:02] Villain vs. Antivillain [2:30] Writing a Strong Villain [3:50] 4 Types of Complex Villains [3:56] 1. Noble [4:23] 2. Pitiable [4:58] 3. Well-Meaning [5:28] 4. Villain in Name Only [6:07] 5 Tips to Creating an Effective Villain [6:24] 1. Have a realistic and sympathetic backstory [6:58] 2. Have strong motivations [7:43] 3. Exhibit power [8:13] 4. Force your protagonist to make difficult decisions [8:53] 5. Cause the protagonist to grow [9:19] Start Writing Better Villains Click here for related videos and resources: How to Create a Powerful Character Arc How to Write A Novel: My Proven 12 Step Process 15 Characteristics of a Strong Villain (checklist) What is an Antihero? How to Write an Unconventional Protagonist 🙌 For more exclusive content - become a Member today! / @novelistjerryjenkins