The Abusive Characters tag explores the darker side of human relationships, featuring complex antagonists or anti-heroes who exert physical, emotional, or psychological control. In the world of webnovels, this theme often intersects with forced marriage, obsessive love, and high-stakes power struggles. Readers are drawn to these stories for the visceral emotional stakes and the intense satisfaction found in a protagonist’s eventual character growth or successful escape. Whether it is a cold CEO in a modern romance or a tyrannical sect leader in a cultivation setting, these narratives masterfully balance angst with the hope of liberation. Fans of psychological drama will enjoy the high-tension interactions and the cathartic journey of reclaiming one's agency against formidable, manipulative foes who push the boundaries of morality.
