Hordak is the primary antagonist  and the leader of the Horde on Etheria. He is a ruthless, calculating warlord obsessed with order and conquest—but beneath his armor and cold demeanor lies a deeply insecure and tragic figure. A defective clone of the tyrant Horde Prime, Hordak was exiled and left to prove his worth by conquering Etheria. His desire for validation and control drives much of his cruelty. However, through his unexpected bond with Entrapta, Hordak begins to evolve, showing vulnerability, curiosity, and even a capacity for love. Over time, he transforms from a one-note villain into a complex, sympathetic character struggling to define his identity beyond the shadow of his creator.