1. Villains traditionally get the right to wear whatever the Hell they like, however hideous. You might want to stun crowds while dressed as a Balinese dancing girl a la Eudial, woo the public like Mimet by adopting the style of a Satanic Shepherdess, or if you’re a man, simply cram a pink pineapple on your head, grab the high heels and hit the town. Plus, if you make your outfit at home, no one will comment on how hopeless it is – they can’t tell!
2. The best lines – Villains are not bound to the forces of good, giving them more freedom to say whatever they like. Many of the most quotable quotes have come from villains. Watch!
Mousie: I’ll get you, Penelope Pitstop!
Um, yeah. And, unless you are turned good/ fall for Tuxedo Kamen, you will never have to say a single thing about the power of love.
3. The best hair- it is also a villain prerogative to adopt outlandish, complicated, high maintenance hairstyles wherever possible. Your organization my be the most powerful in the universe but that does not mean that it’s four strongest males can’t all have silky, slightly effeminate hairdos, nor are you confined to hair that only reaches your knees. At best your hair can trail one, two, even three feet behind you! And remember: In Anime Land you can’t get your hair caught in an escalator. It’s almost impossible.
4. It’s official! The more sick, twisted and bloodthirsty you are, the more your fans will adore you! Another great reason to turn to the Dark Side of Anime! And, as an example we have a very special Escaflowne guest to illustrate this!
Dilandau: YAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGGHHHHH!
Mousie: Aww, ain’t he cute folks? *pat pat*
Dilandau: O_O *twitch*
5. Being a villain, you can do whatever you want until the Sailor Senshi arrive to apprehend you- this may not sound like much, but think about it. They are a small group of adolescent girls in sailor outfits and impractical shoes. True, more than likely you will be wearing impractical shoes yourself, but take the time to cause as much mayhem as you can before the filth arrives. ^_~
6. One of the absolute best things about being Evil Incarnate is all the cool gadgets you acquire in the process! Think about it- If Tomoe hadn’t let that demon inhabit his body he’d probably never have invented Glo-Glasses ™ which allow you to look sinister even in the most clement of nocturnal settings! And think of the benefits Mousie has gained from Shadow Galactica!
Mousie: Yes! Thanks to my benevolent mistress Galaxia-sama, my accessories help me to…
*phone rings*
Mousie: I’ll just take that in… I need to …OO; CHUU!!! *runs out*
7. And let’s not forget the frightening and unearthly powers that come from your new career of pure evil – There has not been a Sailormoon villain yet that hasn’t wielded some sort of supernatural advantage over their foes. You could fly, fire beams from your hands, or employ sakura of DEATH to do your unspeakable bidding. But let’s not forget the real perks of evil powers! For example you could inherit the power of staring at someone for a really long time without blinking, or moving at all, if you ask the Hanna Barbera studios nicely to animate you. ^^;
8. For all you superficial people out there; here is a well-known fact- Anime villains are usually VERY good looking. Well, some of them… Well, lets say the minions are generally good looking. ^^; Despite questionable fashion sense, dubious habits and a strange upbringing…
SM Villains: HEY!
… Villains usually are much more attractive, dynamic and desirable than your average citizen. Who knows, maybe a member of the public will fall in love with you? True, this usually follows in your immediate and painful death, but think of the publicity!
9. Being a villain is an excellent opportunity to meet people. Gone is the stereotype of the solitary villain lurking in his or her dark, desolate lair…
Beryl, Wiseman, Tomoe, Neherenia and Galaxia: Uh?
Nowadays, villains are far more sociable, willing to bond with the community, take some vital element of their wellbeing and leave them for dead. And, more often than not, celebrities are involved! If you are an idol-chaser looking for extra spaces filled in your autograph book, Villainy is the ideal career for you, as you more than likely are quite annoying anyway. ^_~
AND NOW FOR THE SINGULAR MOST IMPORTANT REASON WHY YOU SHOULD PURSUE A CAREER IN VILLAINY…
10. You get to be on TV!