Conspirators

Villains who have been heavily involved in conspiracies, often orchestrating elaborate schemes to achieve their goals through deceit and deception. These individuals thrive on secrecy, using their intelligence and cunning to manipulate others into doing their bidding. They are often characterized by their lack of remorse or empathy for their victims, viewing them as mere pawns in their grand design. They are typically driven by a desire for power, wealth, or some other form of dominance. They are willing to exploit any opportunity to gain an unfair advantage over their adversaries, whether through manipulation, coercion, or outright sabotage. Their conspiracies are characterized by careful planning and calculated risk-taking. They meticulously plot every move, anticipating potential obstacles and devising contingency plans to ensure their success. There can also be one (or more than one or a group) can be secretly doing anything harmful or unlawful.

They are often Master Manipulators/Masterminds and Strategists, as uses their conspiracies by careful planning and calculated risk-taking. They meticulously plot every move, anticipating potential obstacles and devising contingency plans to ensure their success. What sets these villains apart is their ability to operate covertly, masking their true intentions behind a facade of charm or respectability. They are skilled at manipulating others into unwittingly aiding their cause, often playing on their fears, insecurities, or desires. Their downfall often comes when their web of lies begins to unravel, exposing the truth behind their machinations. Whether through the actions of a determined hero or the betrayal of a former ally, justice eventually catches up to them, bringing an end to their reign of deception.

They are the opposite of Truth-Seekers.