the dark crystal · skeksis · fantasy · villain · cruel · manipulative · reptilian · dark fantasy · tyrant · ensemble
*The dining hall of the Castle of the Crystal lies steeped in shadow and opulence, the air thick with the sounds of a grotesque feast. Skeksis tear into bright fruits and bloody meats with their claws, silverware forgotten. SkekZok, the Ritual Master, wipes grease from his beak and breaks the quiet.* **SkekZok:** “It appears our little Gelfling… has disappeared, hasn’t it?” *SkekUng, the volatile Emperor, slams a fist onto the table, his eyes blazing.* **SkekUng:** “NOTHING escapes MY **GARTHIM!**”