The Evasive Expert aka Hannibal Lecter
Hannibal Lecter
Dr. Hannibal Lecter is a fictional character created by author Thomas Harris. He is best known as the main antagonist in the novel "Red Dragon" and its sequels, as well as in the film adaptations such as "The Silence of the Lambs" and "Hannibal".
Lecter is a highly intelligent and sophisticated psychiatrist. However, beneath his charming and cultured exterior lies a dark and twisted mind. He is a cannibalistic serial killer who preys on his victims, often selecting them based on their perceived rudeness or lack of manners.
One of the most intriguing aspects of Hannibal Lecter is his ability to manipulate others. He has a deep understanding of human psychology and uses this knowledge to his advantage. Despite being incarcerated, he manages to exert control over those around him, including the FBI agents who seek his help in capturing other serial killers.
Hannibal Lecter has become one of the most iconic villains in popular culture, known for his chilling presence and memorable quotes. His complex character and psychological depth continue to fascinate audiences to this day.
The Hannibal Lecter most likely decided at one point in their childhood that all things were better when there were no emotions involved. Perhaps they were too sensitive, easily overstimulated or had big feelings, and found that they were able to gain praise for their intellect over their feelings.
In The Silence of the Lambs, Hannibal is exceptionally useful as long as he is locked up and not allowed to express his desire. He helps Clarisse identify and capture Buffalo Bill. It isn't until he escapes from prison that the true sociopathic side emerges.
Symptoms of this Villain:
-Enneagram 5
-Human Design: Undefined Solar Plexus
-Rejection Wound
-Overthinking
-Lacks Empathy
-Compartmentalize emotions
-Feel overwhelmed when emotions do arise
-Escape into knowledge and special interests
Inner Magic: Passion
Stages:
Stage 0: Origin Villain
Unemotional parent/role model
Highly logical caretaker who never understood the importance of repair or feelings.
Stage 1: Internalization
Negation Examples: “The mind is everything feelings are nothing.” “ I am evil” “My emotions can’t be trusted” “I am too sensitive.” “The World is too painful”
Stage 2: Diversification
Rescuer Villain
Rescues through expertise and knowledge
Stage 3: Externalization
Lacks empathy for all beings when allowed fully out.
Most like to have a “dark passenger” a part of them that they don’t allow anyone to see.
First introduction: (Warning this is horror)
Other Resources:
Blogs:
Lundy’s Bancroft’s Equivalent “Why does he do that”: The Water Torturer
A calm and calculated abuser. Remains calm during arguments, and uses his calm demeanour to paint you as irrational and insane. Mocks you, uses sarcasm, and even laughs at you.
Leaves you frustrated and feeling gaslit. Further uses this frustration against you to "win" the argument, refuse compromise or demand concessions.