Statements (299)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fictional_species
gptkb:fictional_character gptkb:mythical_creatures gptkb:Villain |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:animated_series
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| gptkbp:allies |
gptkb:mysticism
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| gptkbp:appearance |
bird-like
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| gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal
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| gptkbp:are |
gptkb:immortal
gptkb:antagonist the antagonists often referenced in pop culture often featured in fan art a symbol of tyranny often depicted in literature and film corrupted beings the main antagonists often depicted in various forms of media inspired by various mythologies known for their elaborate rituals known for their cunning known for their elaborate costumes often portrayed in a negative light often depicted as tragic figures known for their cruelty often seen as tragic figures often depicted in various media adaptations often depicted as grotesque often depicted as power-hungry often portrayed as scheming often portrayed as manipulative immortal through the Dark Crystal often depicted as tyrants often depicted in dark fantasy settings portrayed by puppetry the result of a split from the Mystics deformed versions of their original selves known for their greed the rulers of Thra a central element of the story a product of Henson's creative vision associated with the concept of duality known for their dark humor a product of the split of the ur Skeks immortal until the Dark Crystal is damaged known for their elaborate backstories often depicted in puppetry often used in allegorical storytelling often depicted as tragic villains known for their elaborate lairs a cultural icon in fantasy media associated with themes of decay and corruption bird-like creatures divided into different factions featured in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance featured in merchandise and collectibles immortal through the use of the Dark Crystal known for their physical deformities often depicted as cruel and manipulative the main villains in The Dark Crystal often referenced in discussions of villainy in media associated with decay associated with the dark side of magic featured in The Dark Crystal often seen as embodiments of greed and excess often seen as symbols of corruption reptilian in appearance the last remnants of the ur Skeks |
| gptkbp:are_deceitful |
in their dealings
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| gptkbp:are_known_for |
manipulate others
their elaborate costumes their greed their elaborate rituals their cruelty |
| gptkbp:are_rulers_of |
gptkb:Thra
|
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
inspired artists and creators
|
| gptkbp:artistic_vision |
gptkb:puppetry
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:the_Dark_Crystal
gptkb:Gelflings gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal dark magic |
| gptkbp:character_traits |
gptkb:greed
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| gptkbp:character_type |
gptkb:Villain
|
| gptkbp:characteristic |
deformed
malevolent power-hungry vampiric Vile and power-hungry decrepit |
| gptkbp:characteristics |
vulture-like appearance
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| gptkbp:created |
gptkb:The_Skeksis_Empire
Jim Henson's creations |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:James_E._Henson
the split of the Ur Skeks |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired other works
inspired various media inspired various media adaptations |
| gptkbp:cultural_influence |
puppetry and fantasy films
|
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
inspired by various mythologies
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
symbol of decay
representations of corruption representations of the consequences of power representations of tyranny |
| gptkbp:depicts |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal:_Age_of_Resistance
The Dark Crystal film |
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Jim_Henson's_Creature_Shop
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| gptkbp:enemy |
gptkb:Gelflings
gptkb:mysticism the Mystics |
| gptkbp:environment |
gptkb:castles_of_Thra
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| gptkbp:famous_person |
gptkb:Skek_So
|
| gptkbp:fan_base |
dedicated fans
cult following |
| gptkbp:fate |
power-hungry
destruction in the story |
| gptkbp:film_technique |
gptkb:puppetry
|
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
gptkb:1982
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal_(1982_film) |
| gptkbp:goals |
immortality
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| gptkbp:governance |
gptkb:The_Crystal_Castle
|
| gptkbp:governed_by |
the Emperor
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| gptkbp:governs |
gptkb:the_Crystal_Castle
|
| gptkbp:has_ability |
gptkb:magic
manipulation of life force Manipulation of the Dark Crystal immortality through draining life force manipulation of the Dark Crystal |
| gptkbp:has_appearance_in |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal:_Age_of_Resistance
The Dark Crystal film |
| gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:the_Gelfling_race
gptkb:Gelflings gptkb:mysticism the balance of nature |
| gptkbp:has_connection_to |
the Crystal of Truth
|
| gptkbp:has_culture |
decadent
decadent and corrupt |
| gptkbp:has_history |
of tyranny
|
| gptkbp:has_language |
Skeksis language
|
| gptkbp:has_lore |
gptkb:mythical_creatures
|
| gptkbp:has_merchandise |
gptkb:toys_and_collectibles
|
| gptkbp:has_minions |
the Garthim
|
| gptkbp:has_power |
dark magic
|
| gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
gptkb:Gelflings
|
| gptkbp:has_role |
gptkb:antagonist
The Dark Crystal universe The Dark Crystal lore the fate of Thra rulers of the Crystal Castle |
| gptkbp:has_subgroup |
gptkb:the_Skeksis_Council
gptkb:the_Skeksis_Scientist the Skeksis Chamberlain the Skeksis General |
| gptkbp:has_symbol |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal
greed and excess |
| gptkbp:has_tradition |
gptkb:The_Great_Conjunction
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| gptkbp:has_weakness |
internal power struggles
vulnerability to light crystal shard dependency on the Dark Crystal their reliance on Essence |
| gptkbp:have |
gptkb:a_council_of_Skeksis
various factions a leader a throne room a council a unique aesthetic a distinct culture a unique language a palace a complex society a complex hierarchy distinct personalities a distinct mythology a dark history inspired fan art and fan fiction a complex relationship with power a significant fan following a history of betrayal a legacy in fantasy literature distinctive voices a distinct hierarchy various forms of magic a legacy of destruction a fear of death a ritual to maintain their power a significant role in the lore of Thra a history of conflict with other species a ceremonial ritual a connection to the Gelflings a connection to the themes of power and corruption a relationship with the Mystics a role in the balance of Thra's ecosystem a role in the conflict of the story a role in the lore of Thra a complex relationship with the Mystics a connection to the Dark Crystal's power a leader called the Skek So a legacy in puppetry and animation a significant impact on fantasy storytelling. a significant role in the lore of The Dark Crystal a connection to the Dark Crystal a connection to the fate of Thra a connection to the fate of the Dark Crystal a connection to the themes of the Dark Crystal a history of conflict with Gelflings a rivalry with the ur Ru a role in the balance of Thra a role in the creation of the Dark Crystal a role in the downfall of the ur Skeks a role in the prophecy of the Dark Crystal a significant impact on Thra's ecosystem |
| gptkbp:have_cinematic_legacy |
influenced fantasy genre
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| gptkbp:have_conflict_theme |
good vs evil
|
| gptkbp:have_emotional_traits |
cruelty
|
| gptkbp:have_fears |
the return of the Ur Skeks
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| gptkbp:have_narrative_function |
antagonistic force
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| gptkbp:have_number |
twelve
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| gptkbp:have_philosophical_themes |
the nature of evil
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| gptkbp:have_symbolic_meaning |
the consequences of ambition
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| gptkbp:have_visual_style |
gptkb:fantasy
|
| gptkbp:historical_context |
1980s fantasy films
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| gptkbp:historical_event |
gptkb:The_Great_Conjunction
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| gptkbp:homeworld |
gptkb:Thra
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Skeksis
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| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:fantasy_genre
various adaptations and media |
| gptkbp:influence_on |
gptkb:puppetry
modern fantasy storytelling |
| gptkbp:is_a_representation_of |
various media adaptations
|
| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
darkness
|
| gptkbp:is_divided_into |
different clans
|
| gptkbp:is_feared_by |
gptkb:the_Gelflings
the prophecy |
| gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
immortality
power and control fear of losing power |
| gptkbp:is_often_served_with |
gptkb:Essence
Essence of Gelflings |
| gptkbp:is_opposed_by |
gptkb:Gelflings
gptkb:mysticism the Mystics |
| gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal:_Age_of_Resistance
gptkb:Villain The Dark Crystal film |
| gptkbp:is_sought_after_by |
control the Dark Crystal
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| gptkbp:known_for |
exploitation of the Dark Crystal
|
| gptkbp:language |
Skeksis language
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| gptkbp:leadership |
gptkb:The_Emperor
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| gptkbp:legacy |
cult following
influential in fantasy genre |
| gptkbp:lifespan |
extended through the use of the Dark Crystal
through the Essence |
| gptkbp:lives_in |
The Castle of the Crystal
|
| gptkbp:media_appearances |
gptkb:video_games
gptkb:merchandise gptkb:animated_series gptkb:novel_adaptations |
| gptkbp:motif |
decay and deterioration
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| gptkbp:mythology |
dark magic
The Dark Crystal mythology |
| gptkbp:narrative |
destroyers
seeking power through the Dark Crystal |
| gptkbp:notable_abilities |
manipulation of life force
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal
|
| gptkbp:notable_for |
gptkb:The_Chamberlain
|
| gptkbp:notable_members |
gptkb:The_Chamberlain
gptkb:The_General gptkb:The_Scientist gptkb:The_Emperor The Ritual Master |
| gptkbp:notable_rivalry |
gptkb:Gelflings
|
| gptkbp:notable_traits |
strength
|
| gptkbp:number |
multiple individuals
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| gptkbp:number_of_members |
seven
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| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal
gptkb:Thra |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal
|
| gptkbp:personality_trait |
long limbs
|
| gptkbp:portrayed_in |
gptkb:The_Dark_Crystal:_Age_of_Resistance
puppetry and animatronics |
| gptkbp:powers |
dark magic
|
| gptkbp:protagonist |
gptkb:Gelflings
|
| gptkbp:relationship |
Gelflings rivalry
|
| gptkbp:relationship_with |
gptkb:Gelflings
|
| gptkbp:relationship_with_mystics |
opposed
|
| gptkbp:role |
gptkb:antagonist
gptkb:Villain |
| gptkbp:rules |
gptkb:Thra
|
| gptkbp:symbolism |
gptkb:corruption
corruption and decay |
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
corruption and decay
|
| gptkbp:themes |
power and betrayal
corruption of power |
| gptkbp:uses |
gptkb:the_Dark_Crystal
gptkb:Dark_Crystal |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:mysticism
gptkb:gel gptkb:The_Scientist |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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