These bad guys rock. 2014 Series Edition. \m/

I love villains more than I like heroes in movies, books, and even in series. Strange as this sounds, but I have always liked the wicked guys over the good ones. Yes, they never win in any story ( and probably they never will ) but they bring all the suspense, juice, conflicts, and heart-stopping moments that, well, um make the lead characters the heroes they're supposed to be. No matter how flawed they are, there is something fetching about these bad guys that help create the most memorable and beautiful stories.

Behind every strong and successful protagonist, is a compelling and effective antagonist that everyone hates but love at the same time — be it a human, immortal, or non-human. With that, I'd like you all to meet the twisted, evil, and wicked yet charming series characters that I have grown to love.

Niklaus Michaelson, The Vampire Diaries  "He is your first love. I intend to be your last. However long it takes." - Klaus to Caroline [ 04.23 ] — Klaus, is one of the most annoying characters in The Vampire Diaries but his character grows on you. This twisted yet gorgeous rascal who beats everyone up and never ceases to unleash hell on earth is one of my favorite immortals. He's strong, hot, intelligent, old school, and has this bloody sexy British accent. Yes, he's irritating, but he shows people that even villains can selflessly love someone. What's not to love about this guy, er hybrid? Niklaus Michaelson is played by Joseph Morgan.

Victoria Grayson, Revenge  "You can spend your life being controlled by powerful men, or you can learn how to control them." [ 03.05 ] — Dubbed as "Queen of the Hamptons", Victoria Grayson is the perpetually elegant, fashionista, and powerful matriarch of the Graysons in one of the best series ever, Revenge. The only thing that I don't like about her is how she stops at nothing to break up Daniel ( her son ) and Emily. Setting my bias aside, her character is really like that of any mother who only wants the best for her children. Like all real-life moms, Victoria Grayson will do everything in her power, up to her last breath to protect her kids. Madeleine Stowe portrays Victoria Grayson in the series.

Rollo, Vikings  "Clamber, with a heart of steel. Cold is the ocean's spray ... and your death is on its way." [ 01.04 ] — Rollo is Ragnar Lothbrok's older brother in the Ireland-based series, Vikings. I just started watching this and not much has been divulged about Rollo, BUT I am more than certain that he will play a big part in making the series more interesting. He may not be a villain, but I think he is or will be one. My friends who watch the series are disgusted with Rollo, but not me. I like his brooding demeanor and his intense gaze. Clive Standen makes the fearsome Viking Rollo look both mysterious and cute.

Cersei Lannister, Game of Thrones   "The more people you love the weaker you are. You'll do things for them that you know you shouldn't do." [ 02.07 ] — Cersei, mother of Joffrey and daughter of Tywin Lannister, is despicable, but I really like her and her go-getter, no-BS attitude. She's complex, knows what she wants and most importantly, she knows how to get what she wants. She is not a good person, but she is a doting mother who will do anything for her children. She's cold and heartless and will not let anyone ( or any man ) tell her off. She's one strong, beautiful bad ass and Lena Heady does an awesome job at being Cersei Lannister.

Crowley, Supernatural  "You're good. But I'm Crowley." [ 09.23 ] — I started to like Supernatural again when they brought in Crowley aka King of Hell. Although Crowley is a sneaky, manipulative demon ( this is the part that I don't like ), there's still something charming and lovable about this character. He's witty, comes up with these funny nicknames for other Supernatural characters, has a good sense of humor, smart, and I think he's not really that bad. A lot of times, his good side shows and thanks to Mark Sheppard, Crowley is getting a lot of praises from people who watch Supernatural.

Now you guys know which series I dig and why I'm hooked.Ü
Parting words about the baddies from Agnes Repplier, "A villain must be a thing of power, handled with delicacy and grace. He must be wicked enough to excite our aversion, strong enough to arouse our fear, human enough to awaken some transient gleam of sympathy. We must triumph in his downfall, yet not barbarously nor with contempt, and the close of his career must be in harmony with all its previous development."

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Who are your TV series villains that you can't help but love?

☮ Peace + ❥ Love + Good Vibes. RUSS.