A good villain doesn’t just oppose your players—they shape the world around them. In this episode of The Bearded Nerd Podcast, Brian walks through what makes a truly unforgettable villain, how to build them narratively and mechanically, and why the best villains aren’t just big bads… they’re personal.
🎧 What You’ll Learn:
Key elements of compelling villain design
How to foreshadow and feature villains before the final battle
How to use villains to provoke emotion, conflict, and player growth
🎁 Bonus content on Patreon: villain-building prompts, stat templates, and cinematic combat examples.
