Ardyn Izunia

Ardyn Izunia is the main antagonist of Final Fantasy XV. He also appears in Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV and is a shrewd, humorous man who handles the political operations of the Niflheim Empire for Iedolas Aldercapt.

He is responsible for the expansion of Verstael's Magitek Infantry, which he uses to increase Niflheim's might.

Trivia

 * Ardyn is similar to Emperor Palpatine:
 * Both are chancellors who led an empire.
 * Both have heroes working for them until they show their true natures.
 * Both are skilled swordsmen.
 * Both utilize dark powers.
 * Both are killed by the main hero in the end.