Galbatorix

Galbatorix is the primary antagonist of Christopher Paolini's Inheritance cycle. He is an immensely powerful Dragon Rider and the King of The Empire, which rules over a large portion of Alagaësia. Galbatorix has yet to appear in person in the series, but he is integral to the plot. His status is almost legendary due to his age and title as a Dragon Rider. Galbatorix is possibly the most powerful being in all of Alagaësia. His power is feared by all races, and no single being in existence has proven itself his equal. Galbatorix's power has expanded boundlessly since he rebelled against the Dragon Riders, a phenomenon that puzzles many inhabitants of Alagaësia. It is revealed in Brisingr that Galbatorix's strength comes from Eldunari; an...