The results for best Antagonist is out! Thank you strawberry1d for judging these.

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Notes from the judge- Thank you so much to each participant who presented me with the most intriguing villains thus far. It was indeed a chilling ride. You all did a fantastic job and keep on working on your engaging characters. Good luck in your future endeavors.

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Me & the Monster - sissymisscece

 Character Traits- 9/10
 Description- 8/10
 Ability to connect with readers- 7.5/10
Relevance to the story- 7/10
Weakness and Strength as a person- 8.5/10
 Total: 40/50

 This is a refreshing take on the cliche trope of enemies becoming lovers or forbidden love coupled with supernatural elements. I truly like how good and evil play opposite roles as protagonist and antagonist. The author has worked so hard to represent the 'otherwise' good side that became the villains. Meeting Kal, the male protagonist, and the story's first antagonist, put me on an exciting journey. He is a refreshing character, presented as an angry demon-hunting angel with an attitude and a desire for vengeance. His major purpose was to exterminate every demon on Earth, which might be related to his parents' previous interactions with demons. The "angel" was adequately described yet some more inner dialogues might aid the reader's understanding. I like how the protagonist and antagonist both tried to be good. Kal, who tried to be a good angel inwardly, to be more sacrificial, and to follow the example of goodness and endurance, which he clearly finds stupid, is a paradox; he appeared as a very dark, rude, and attractive character, quite opposite to the protagonist, who tried to be a good demon, with 'good'' evil traits. I'm curious to see how their relationship develops once they realize they're fighting for rival sides. It would be amazing to see him try to kill his "prey." Author, you did an excellent job.

 Adept in peril- Feran_meee

 Character Traits- 7/10
Description- 6.5/10
Ability to connect with readers- 8/10
Relevance to the story- 7/10
Weakness and strengths as a person- 7/10
 Total: 35.5/50 

 Clara is the typical egoistic, stereotypical high school bully, roaming modern-day hallways as a self-proclaimed "queen bee." These bullies often have a lot of fears and self-doubt, as well as unresolved rage or resentment against their "perfect" life. She targets those who are most unlikely to fight or speak up for themselves. Annie, the protagonist, appears to be an easy target. Annie, the main protagonist, seems to be struggling to balance choir and volleyball practices, academic pursuits, and coping with a first-class bully who is so insecure. Other than Clara's flaws and weaknesses, I would like to see more character development in her personality; perhaps we should peek inside her personal and family life, her frustrations with being the cliche "baddie," or add some inner monologues to help the reader understand her motivation and see her as a normal girl with fears and insecurities. What was the source of her seeming contempt towards Annie? Readers have no actual understanding of Annie's physical features—is it her beauty that makes her a target for the 'queen bee, and is it, not Annie's popularity or academics? The readers were given a sneak peek at the "reason" why Clara would dislike Annie: their common crush for Carlo. Carla capitalizes on the girls' insecurities, making her appear powerful and invincible.

Nightfall-  Starlight_sparks

Character Traits- 8.5/10
Description- 8/10
Ability to connect with readers- 7.5/10
Relevance to story-9/10
Weakness and strengths as a person- 9/ 10
 Total:42/50 

 The initial meeting or introduction of this person made me realize that something sinister had been going on with this character. At first glance, she did not appear to be a threat. Katie was first perceived as an unassuming transfer who felt out of place in her new surroundings and school. She already gave the protagonist a chill at their first meeting. I admire the people's normalcy—doing regular activities, simply living life—against the backdrop of a "zombie apocalypse." The author deserves praise for bringing a fresh perspective to the clichéd plots. A "silent treat" outside the safety zone. When readers encountered this transfer from outside the boundaries, alarm bells instantly rang. Questions such as "Who is she?" will arise. Why did she transfer? Is she on a mission? Will she be a trap or a salvation for the protagonist? Why did she pick Aurelea to befriend in the first place? She appears to be a careful and complex figure who has gained the reader's trust since the protagonist has. Nobody can place her. As we learn more about Katie's character, we discover that she has a task to accomplish, which we uncovered when she met the naive "science genius" Tris. What she does with the stolen vial will be a fascinating read. I'm hoping to see further character growth, despite the fact that she went from being a level-headed buddy with Aurelea to an excessively nice, flirtatious female with Tris. What is she trying so hard to keep hidden? As a result, she becomes a dangerous manipulator to achieve an "unknown" goal. In the next chapters, I envision her as an excellent potential "villain." Fantastic job, author.

 5 Bombs- AbhineetKr

 Character Traits- 8.5/10
Description- 9/10
Ability to connect with readers- 8/10
Relevance to the story- 8/10
Weakness and strengths as a person- 8/10
 Total 41.5/ 50

 When this antagonist first appeared, his name drew my attention. What a fascinating name for an interesting person! He wasn't like any other stereotypical villain or criminal genius. Ojasva's physical characteristics were initially appealing, particularly the depiction of his crimson irises. Which reminded me of the Twilight vampires' bloodthirsty, blood-drinking demons. Ojasva was meticulous and overconfident, and he enjoyed playing mind games with ludicrous riddles and playing cat-and-mouse with the police, leading them on a wild goose hunt to discover the bombs hidden across the city. He appears to be an evil criminal whose sole motivation is to destroy cities and tear families apart. Perhaps this offender harbors a strong resentment for society. He enjoys challenges and mind games that frustrate the authorities. He had no fear until he met Nehal, the protagonist, who is intelligent, brilliantly analytical, and a courageous member of the bomb squad. Ojasva appears to be a very intelligent but somewhat naive villain who is overconfident in himself. I'd want to see more character development in the villain, such as his thought processes, motives, and perhaps the agony that he personally suffered—if he has any redeeming qualities that can help readers understand what drove him to want to blow up the city. Perhaps a flashback or background information would be beneficial. Excellent work, author.

~WINNERS~

2nd Place

The Cantonesia Caper - kth_disneyfanatic 

 Character Traits- 9/10
Description- 9/10
Ability to connect with readers- 8.5/10
Relevance to the story- 9.5/10
Weakness and strengths as a person- 8 /10
 Total: 44/50 

 When we first encountered AhBa through his daughter's eyes, I could sense her resentment of her crime lord father. Ah Ba is masterfully portrayed as a real antagonist, leading both the reader and the protagonist on a journey of psychological and emotional enlightenment. Ah Ba's sole objective is to be and stay on top of the food chain. The most feared crime boss in history is characterized as a typical villain: brutal, egotistical, unyielding, and precise in all his dealings. He is the real father of sin. Leading his darling children into this dubious "enterprise". Extortion and contract killing- A typical mafia leader Ah Ba is a complex parent, and readers can understand why he behaves the way he does with his daughter. He demonstrates his affection for her by training her to thrive in the hostile conditions of the underworld. He made certain that she was trained as the finest assassin and fighter possible, as well as how to stand up for herself in a hazardous environment with a constant target on her back. Ah Ba manipulates his daughters' need for acceptance and needs for affection to accomplish his goals. Despite his contempt for and undermining of his daughters' real worth and value, he might still be considered a good father because of how he trains her to obtain certain vital survival and self-preservation skills. Ah Ba's description is fantastic. Excellent portrayal of Ah Ba's personality and motives. I want to see them reach a genuine father-daughter relationship in which he recognizes her actual significance in his family and organization. Congratulations, author.

1st Place (TIE)

.Lawless heaven- AshlynLynx 

 Character Traits- 8.5/10
 Description- 10/10
 Ability to connect with readers- 8.5/10
 Relevance to the story- 9/10
 Weakness and strengths as a person- 8.5/10
 Total: 44.5/50

 "Greybeard Genos," the pirate, captivated me because he was represented historically accurately. I must applaud the author's vast vocabulary and poetic wordplay. The antagonist is a colorful and relatable "thug." Your character description of Genos was spot on, as were his physical characteristics: bald head, beer belly, rutilant (reddish complexion), and as a reader could even imagine his black decaying teeth as his foul breath was mentioned. He was truly a nasty, vulgar, and racy drinker who didn't care about kids or how he treated them as long as they earned enough money on the market. Contrary to the current circumstances in which the leads found themselves, the drunk dialogues with Amais were extremely humorous and lighthearted. I delight in the interactions with the sneaky and feisty teen. Genos is a classic pirate who may appear to be a "lovable" villain at first; his sense of humor had me in stitches. In addition to his risky knife-wielding games, which resulted in a mutilated hand with two missing fingers. He was a brave, impetuous character, or, should I say, a confident drunk. I'd like the author to elaborate on Geno's inner monologues, provide some insight into his feelings, and provide some context for how he ended up as part of the crew "kidnapping youths into slavery." Wow, the unique writing style is fantastic. "Genos" was a fantastic masterpiece. I can envision some dreadful interludes with the kids in the future. Excellent work!

A Sociopaths Love- CrysTravel2019 

 Character Traits- 9.5/10
Description- 9.5/10
Ability to connect with readers- 8/10
Relevance to the story- 8.5/10
Weakness and strengths as a person- 9/10
 Total: 44.5/50 

 Firstly, let me express my heartfelt thanks to the author for successfully convincing me to dislike a character at first sight. Ferenc Nadasy is a figure on whose radar I would hate to be. This is one of the finest villains I've ever seen in a narrative, and you took the readers on an extremely dangerous journey inside the mind of a sociopath and sadist.Despite his attractive physical characteristics, this villain's initial appearance made my blood run cold. His attractive looks reminded me of the sultry Latin male protagonists in romance books, but this character had a sinister side. I must remark that the author wonderfully reflected Ferenc's sick thinking when I had an in-depth look into his pathological tendencies. He was the ideal antagonist: ruthless, brutal, abusive, a torturer with a profound hatred for the female species, luring them into his alluring web of torture to their untimely end. He utilized his enticing façade of charm and wealth to conceal a murderous and somewhat troubled soul, leading the reader on a harrowing path of redemption that may be found in an unexpected heroine. I'd want to see more of his inner thoughts and try to emphasize some positive traits that can entice the reader to sympathize with his situation. Excellent work, author.

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Thank you to all participants and congratulations to all winners!