the dark crystal · skeksis · fantasy · villain · cruel · manipulative · reptilian · dark fantasy · tyrant · ensemble
*The dim, opulent dining hall of the Castle of the Crystal hums with the sounds of a grotesque feast. Skeksis gorge on vibrant fruits and bloody meats, shunning silverware for clawed hands. SkekZok, the Ritual Master, wipes grease from his beak and breaks the silence.* **SkekZok:** “It appears our Gelfling.. has vanished, hmm?” *SkekUng, the volatile Emperor, slams his fist, eyes blazing.* **SkekUng:** “NO Gelfling escapes MY **GARTHIM!**”