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Ubisoft has never fallen short when it comes to creating compelling villains for its Far Crygames, with each one vastly different than the rest. Above all else, these amazing antagonists have their own distinct demeanors and behaviors, helping to make every Far Cry game and its respective villains feel truly unique.
Updated August 14, 2022, by Tom Bowen: Almost a full year has passed since the release of Far Cry 6, yet there’s still no word on when exactly fans can expect a sequel. Given that a new Far Cry game typically comes out every two or three years, however, one has to suspect that it won’t be too much longer until Ubisoft announces plans for Far Cry 7 or, at the very least, another spin-off game in the same vain as Primal or New Dawn. This means that fans will probably be able to look forward to a brand-new antagonist fairly soon, though whether or not he, she, or they will be able to live up to the lofty standards set by some of the very best Far Cry villains remains to be seen. Either way, the franchise’s strong track record when it comes to antagonists suggests that they’re unlikely to disappoint.
14 Dr. Krieger
First Appearance : Far Cry (2004) Voiced By : Robert Burns Killed By : Jack Carver / Mutants Age at Death : 77 Years Old Nationality : Austrian-American Alias : Lucas Krieger
Doctor Krieger is the main antagonist of the first Far Cry game. He is a brilliant mind responsible for a serum that turns people into mutants with amazing physical capabilities. However, like any unsanctioned science experiment, it goes all horribly awry.
The test subjects begin to develop extreme primal instincts, turning them into little more than savage beasts. Despite this promising plotline, the pay off is a little weak when compared to some of the series’ later entries. Much like the plot, Krieger is a little underdeveloped when compared to some of the villains who followed.
13 Yuma
First Appearance : Far Cry 4 (2014) Voiced By : Gwendoline Yeo Killed By : Ajay Ghale Age at Death : 43 Years Old Nationality : Hong Kong Citizen Alias : The Spider
Far Cry 4’s Yuma is the alluring right hand of dictator Pagan Min. She is the military advisor of Pagan, and general of the Royal Army. She may look harmless at first glance, but Yuma is a deceitful soul hiding underneath pleasing looks. As her high-ranking position might suggest, though, she’s just as much “brains” as she is “beauty.”
Being as strategic as she is, she knows her fair share of psychological warfare tactics which allows her to easily get into the minds of her enemies. She also knows when to resort to brute force, however, and does so on several occasions during Ajay’s adventures in Kyrat.
12 Ull
First Appearance : Far Cry Primal (2016) Voiced By : DeLaRosa Rivera Killed By : Takkar Age at Death : 30-40 Nationality : Udam Alias : The Cannibal
From Far Cry Primal, Ull’s carnivorous aggression is a lot fiercer than his name might otherwise suggest. He’s a real-life monster and leads a pack of cannibalistic savages called the Udam clan. Together, they hunt and pillage for food and territory, eating the remains of their victims for sustenance.
Ull is the Genghis Khan of the prehistoric stone age, leaving just as much carnage in his wake as the Mongaol Warlord. He looks the part too, wearing a bearskin as a cloak with its head still intact. He probably killed it himself and skinned it to wear as a trophy, and would no doubt do the same to the player if given the opportunity.
11 Batari
First Appearance : Far Cry Primal (2016) Voiced By : Debra Wilson Killed By : Takkar Age at Death : Unknown Nationality : Izila Alias : The Sun Daughter
Also another of Primal’s antagonists, ‘smoking hot evil’ takes a literal definition with this daughter of the Sun. Batari ain’t no fire dancer, despite what her outfit might suggest. She’s the leader of the sun-worshiping Izila clan and one of the most destructive forces that players encounter during the game.
She and her people roam the world for living offerings to burn at the stake in the name of their gods. They are an advanced civilization that has progressed further into the stone age like a Civilization 6 player ahead a few turns. Batari is the Firelord of the stone age, and she would do anything to please the sun deity Suxli.
10 Mickie And Lou
First Appearance : Far Cry New Dawn (2019) Voiced By : Cara Ricketts & Leslie Miller Killed By : The Security Captain Age at Death : 20-25 Nationality : American Alias : The Twins
From Far Cry New Dawn, twin sisters Mickey and Lou are two notorious leaders of the ravenous Highwaymen group. They pillage the newly dawned world of what limited resources it has and leave a bloody and brutal trail of fear just about everywhere they go.
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Though some may feel that they should really count as two entities, they’re arguably a package deal. Double trouble takes on a whole new meaning with these two reckless youths, who are ruthless and feared by everyone; much like their dear old pops, Vince.
9 The Jackal
First Appearance : Far Cry 2 (2008) Voiced By : Dwayne Hill Killed By : Cancer Age at Death : 53 Nationality : American Alias : The Jackal
Introduced as the main villain of Far Cry 2, the players are assigned the task of terminating the Jackal, but doing so turns out to be far from easy. He is an arms dealer, smuggling all across the country; a cunning and untouchable smuggler that provides arms to two factions engaged in a bitter and brutal war.
Though he is the main antagonist, The Jackal’s motives are beyond the polarities of good and evil. What makes him interesting is the unexpected reveal of his goals upon meeting him after the player has been tasked with killing him. This sudden character reveal places him higher on the list.
8 Jacob Seed
First Appearance : Far Cry 5 (2018) Voiced By : Mark Pellegrino Killed By : The Junior Deputy Age at Death : 44 Nationality : American Alias : The Wolf / The Soldier
Jacob Seed is a war veteran that culls “weakness” from his herd of men. He is a mix between psychologist Ivan Pavlov and a brutal drill sergeant. In the most violent and psychological way possible, he turns innocent people into killing machines with the inability to rationalize and feel.
Jacob’s methods are quite disturbing even for the Far Cry series and highlight just how dangerous he really is. Among other things, he was able to condition the deputy into a killing frenzy upon hearing the trigger song “Only You - The Platters,” which led to one of the biggest bloodbaths in the series to date.
7 Antón Castillo
First Appearance : Far Cry 6 (2021) Voiced By : Giancarlo Esposito Killed By : Leukemia Age at Death : 67 Nationality : Yaran Alias : The Dictator / El Presidente
Far Cry fans were extremely excited by the news that Giancarlo Esposito would be playing the main villain in Far Cry 6, thanks largely to his fantastic portrayal of Gus in Breaking Bad. The complexities of the character’s relationship with his teenage son also provided an extra layer of depth and intrigue, with El Presidente seemingly grooming Diego to become his heir.
Sadly, though Esposito once again delivered a top-notch performance, he was let down somewhat by the game’s writing. His dialogue was fine, but the character often felt incredibly detached from the main story due to how infrequently he interacts directly with Dani. When he does, he’s up there with some of the very best Far Cry villains, but these moments are just too few and far between.
6 Hoyt Volker
First Appearance : Far Cry 3 (2012) Voiced By : Steve Cumyn Killed By : Jason Brody Age at Death : 45 Nationality : South African Alias : The Tyrant
Hoyt is a businessman that makes a living out of human trafficking and other illicit activities. Behind that suit, this bad boss is the king of his little untamed island where all the magic happens. Despite its lush environment, it’s not an island that tourists should be cueing up to visit anytime soon.
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He’s got contacts all over the globe, and deals in the most illegal trades imaginable. He doesn’t just rule from the safety of his casa. He’s also not afraid to get down and dirty with some of the more “hands-on” situations that a life of crime typically brings with it. Wielding a knife since he was a kid, he has sliced his way up the empire.
5 John Seed
First Appearance : Far Cry 5 (2018) Voiced By : Seamus Dever Killed By : The Junior Deputy or Nick Rye Age at Death : 32 Nationality : American Alias : The Baptist
Another villain from Far Cry 5, John Seed washes away people’s sins by subjecting them to the most agonizing forms of torture and humiliation. This baptist doesn’t cleanse with water, but by forcibly removing the sinners’ blood to ensure that his point and his teachings really sink in.
There’s a saying that sins will be etched on sand, left to be forgotten and forgiven. John, however, tattoos his congregation’s indiscretions onto their flesh as a lasting reminder of their weaknesses. John is a wolf in sheep’s clothing and is definitely not a man to be trifled with.
4 Pagan Min
First Appearance : Far Cry 4 (2014) Voiced By : Troy Baker Killed By : Ajay Ghale Age at Death : 48 Nationality : Hong Kong Citizen Alias : The King of Kyrat
Far Cry 4’s main villain Pagan Min takes the antagonist approach very differently. He’s the rich charming ruler of a small country called Kyrat. Loving, uneasy to anger, and hospitable, this man has the utmost respect for Ajay, the main protagonist.
The lovable rogue often chimes in with some hilarious and witty remarks as well. Progressing through the story reveals a deeper relationship between him and Ajay. Hence, Pagan’s interactions with him are more tough love than intimidation; making him one of the very bestFar Cry villains.
3 Joseph Seed
First Appearance : Far Cry 5 (2018) Voiced By : Greg Bryk Killed By : The Security Captain Age at Death : 42 (Far Cry 5) / 59 (Far Cry New Dawn) Nationality : American Alias : The Father / The Prophet / God’s Shepherd
Far Cry 5’s main villain is the prophetic Father, Joseph Seed. He believes he was appointed to spread God’s love but does so in the most extremist and violent ways possible. He converts people to his following at gunpoint or puts a bullet in their brain if they refuse.
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With the help of his henchmen, he brainwashes them, turning them into religious zombies. Joseph has an eerie divine presence that is awe inspiring to behold. Every encounter with him is an encounter with God himself. This villain also makes an appearance in New Dawn.
2 Vaas Montenegro
First Appearance : Far Cry 3 (2012) Voiced By : Michael Mando Killed By : Jason Brody Age at Death : 28 Nationality : Rook Islander Alias : The Psychopath / The Lunatic
From Far Cry 3, Vaas is the most iconic villain in all the Far Cry series, and maybe in all of gaming. He is a terrifying psychopath whose scenes perfectly punctuate the game’s narrative with a level of intensity rarely found in video games. Vaas is a loose cannon, and a real force to be reckoned with.
This baddie isn’t all shout either, since his statements are often incredibly thought-provoking. Case in point, his notable insanity speech. Vaas need not hold his victims at gunpoint to send a chilling statement. But, despite all this, he isn’t as crazy as the next person on this list.
1 Faith Seed
First Appearance : Far Cry 5 (2018) Voiced By : Jenessa Grant Killed By : The Junior Deputy Age at Death : 24 Nationality : American Alias : The Siren
Faith Seed is Far Cry 5’s most precious character. She’s sweet, blissful and full of sunshine. However, underneath that caring facade is a dark melancholy that is unsettling. She delivers people into the bliss: a horrific place that tries to be a paradise of happiness.
People transported to the psychedelic place are turned into mindless creatures; obeying her every command. With Faith’s bliss, everyone is happy, unworried of their looming demise. Because of her hypnotic ability, there is no doubt that Faith is the craziest Far Cry villain anyone can encounter.
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