We continue our Villains-by-Decade journey with the 2000s — a transformative era in fantasy and science fiction where storytelling took major leaps forward. This decade delivered richly layered worlds, morally complex narratives, and antagonists who pushed heroes — and readers — into darker, more surprising territory.
Join Jim as he explores each year of the 2000s, highlighting the villains who captivated audiences, reshaped their genres, and left lasting marks on modern speculative fiction.
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Permutation City: https://t.ly/7uVEA
The Prefect (Aurora Rising): https://t.ly/HqByN
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Red Seas Under Red Skies: https://t.ly/jU9yK
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0:00 - Opening
1:39 - Episode Explanation
1:58 - The 2000s Countdown
12:43 - Conclusion & Wrap-up
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