Literary villains are often just as memorable as their heroic counterparts, embodying evil, greed, and power. Characters like Iago from 'Othello,' Lord Voldemort from 'Harry Potter,' and Captain Ahab from 'Moby-Dick' have become symbols of villainy in literature.
These characters challenge the moral boundaries of their stories, often providing the driving force for the hero’s journey. Their complexities and motivations make them some of the most fascinating figures in literature, and they continue to inspire writers and filmmakers.