Comparing Scenes: How Lord Ras Manipulates People 

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Damn, Lord Ras is one of the best villain aditions to Ninjago tbh, the way he manipulates people is just great.

Ras taking revenge on Ninjago for making Chima obsolete 😂😂

Lord raz is one of the franchise's best villains now if I'm being honest. The 11 minute era villains were good enough but none of them really had the punch or charm that the original era had. We had kalmar who was fantastic at what he was but was also just pythor but a squid. With Lord raz he honestly feels like a stronger villain than over 90% of them. The way he's manipulating everyone and potentially getting Arin to betray the ninja is a villain we haven't really seen since Chen. I'm really excited to see where they take his story in season 2 part 2 and beyond.

Ras is both intimidating but not completely overpowered like other villains, I’m really surprised they’re able to balance him so well

Ras is both super smart and super strong. Great qualities in an effective villain.

I think an even better Star Wars analogy is that Ras has the animalistic tendencies and crazy strength of Savage, with the manipulative and always scheming mind of Maul. He is literally a combination of the Dathomir brothers!

Ras is top 5 Ninjago villains, his voice, design and presence is so intimidating

As soon as I saw his first appearance in Season 1, I immediately knew this dude was gonna cause some trouble. But I didn’t think he’d be this big of a threat! He’s everything I wanted Garmadon to be in the first 2 seasons of Ninjago. Someone who’s not afraid to take matters into his own hands. And when he has a target, he does not play around. Especially in episode 9 where he threw Jordana for failing him and decimated Arin. He is so freaking awesome!

After thinking about it, you and Lord Ras seem to have many similarities. One of them being excellent manipulation skills to obtain world domination. That's sick 🔥

Ras also manipulated one of the main characters. He planted a seed in Arin's mind that the ninja were actually holding him back

what I like about how he manipulates Beatrix is the fact he isn't lying to Beatrix in the same way someone like vex was lying to the ice emperor (even though he did keep information about his master and his further plans a secret) he tells Beatrix about how capturing dragons will be a better way to get power for imperium and Lord Ras also appeals to her insecurities about never getting the throne and helps her murder her father and blame her sister. he doesn't exactly lie he appeals and aligns his goals with the goals of other people and uses them.

What I’ve noticed about Ras’ manipulation is how it’s almost similar to Harumi’s in Sons of Garmadon. Both manipulate their targets to get exactly what they wanted, in Ras’ case, is to bring back the Forbidden Five, in Harumi’s case is to bring back Garmadon and both will do whatever it takes to get that goal

Great analysis Crusty! Ngl going into season 2, I was a bit concerned with his character and threat level due to Ras technically already being beaten by the ninja (Sora and Arin). But I’m really happy with his character so far in season 2. He’s very patient, manipulative, and cunning. He’s very dangerous and yet he doesn’t feel extremely overpowered. I’d really like to see how he “motivated” Cinder to join his side and I look forward to see what he does next.

Not only does lord ras manipulate beatrix and jordana but we also see him start doing it to Nokt aswell. During the ending of DR s2 pt1 instead of letting nokt talk down to him, he instantly asserts his dominance by putting that weird controlling shock thing on nokt. im assuming ras can just use that whenever nokt acts out. He made it clear he wasn’t going to be used and thrown away after freeing the forbidden 5, he clearly was ready for them to be freed and he was going to make sure they followed him. As Ras says, “I expect loyalty” He isn’t playing around this time. It honestly excites me seeing lord Ras act so powerful like this. proving he is a good villain and how he can get his way in a matter of seconds is so nice and refreshing to see on screen and especially in ninjago. there has been quite a debatable cast of villians but im so intrigued by Ras. he wasnt all that in s1 but so far s2 is doing great things for his character and i cant wait to see what happens next, dragons rising has been so good and im sure they wont disappoint! Amazing video! keep up the good work ^_^ 🔥‼️

It seems to be a trend that Ninjago's best villains are manipulators, Pythor, Harumi and Ras all specualise in it, while Ras' manipulations aren't nearly as sadistic as Harumi's, it's still interesting to see a show explore how bad actors can exploit and manipulate lost and confused people into doing their bidding. I find Ras' most interesting scene to be when he demolished Eryn, he gives a monologue about strength and then leaves Eryn alive and uncaptured, even implying he would have the chance to be stronger in the future. Ras doesn't try to recruit him or anything, it genuinely seems like Ras sees something of himself in Eryn and left him free in the hopes he would some day be "saved" like he was. I also think that's an interesting direction for Eryn's character, he failed to do the rising dragon because he was relying on strength, and he never learned his lesson, his fear also seems to be being too weak to save his parents and his desire is to become strong by being a ninja, it's very possible he's on the same path as Ras and will have to contend with that some day.

I also have to bring up that I like how Ras doesn’t let Noke take over when he is released and that Ras is still the one in charge.

Lord Ras really has the potential to be the next Garmadon 👀 Arin possibly being the next who gets manipulated by Ras would be pretty interesting. His whole monolouge about strenght could lead Arin directly in his hands. What I'm thinking is, will Ras' view about strenght being the most important part of life be changed in the future? Maybe when he's defeated by the Ninja? And if so, will he turn against his master? Is he redeemable? And if the Ninja change his view, how are they supposed to change that view in the first place? They only defeated Ras via a secret, strong power. Shouldn't that prove his point?

absolutely amazing video crusty - really loved this one, super analysis. I so enjoyed watching it, Ras is such a compelling villain I'm excited to see where he goes as well. Some other notes on this character: although they dont draw attention to it directly, Ras does have other tiger-ish traits! like him being a fast runner (he caught up to arin who was DRIVING) and his ability to jump really high (tigers can jump like 30ft iirc). I'm surprised you didn't bring up Arin who I'm pretty certain is going to be the next target of Ras' manipulation after their e9 fight. I think there's some insane potential for a team-up there: Ras picks up on Arin's insecurities and after the latter finds out Sora "helped" him do Object Spinjitzu, he's going right back to where he was in s2 - questioning his place on the team, feeling like he's not good enough. Ras can specifically exploit this and offer him a chance to grow stronger and to rid himself of his "goodness" using the gong, that which they both think holds him back. Arin isn't evil though: he's just a kid who wants to measure up to his heroes, and teaming up with Ras would, to him, be the only way to get on their level; by taking a shortcut. I'm sure that they'll call off their teamup eventually and fight again: but I hope that Arin continues to get bodied by Ras; he never actually wins against him. I don't think a good way to end Arin's arc is by having him beat Ras in a physical fight: all that would do is prove his point, being that Arin was weak and now he's strong enough to beat Ras. So, in that way, strength really would be the only thing that matters. I'd love it if Arin uses his goodness, the very thing he thought made him weak, to defeat Ras - by convincing him to change his ways and see that there is more to life than being strong. I think that would be a meaningful way to round out both their characters. Anyway, I think I am getting ahead of myself. Great stuff as always!

the next person on the list is gonna be arin :o

Remember when people thought ras would join the ninja 😂

given the existence of evil jay in the sets i am exited to see that manipulation story

I Absolutely Love Lord Ras So Much He’s Such An Amazing, Fantastic and Awesome Villain I’m Absolutely Excited To Watch More Of Him in Ninjago Dragons Rising Season 2 Part 2 and in The Future of Dragons Rising if He’s Still Alive After Season 2 PS The Lord Ras VS Lloyd Fight in Season 2 Episode 10 Rising Ninja was Absolutely Awesome and Amazing I Loved it So Much Lord Ras Is One of The Best Villains in The Entire Ninjago Franchise in my Opinion🔥😈🔥

Lord rass is the Best character Ninjago could add to the franchise at this particular moment

Honestly I gotta thank you for this vid, I'm currently working of a ninjago villains retrospective and seeing how you've analyzed raz has made me understand how the other villains can be analyzed better

Amazing analysis! This was very entertaining. Lord Ras has quickly became one of my favorite Ninjago Villians, he is definitely in my top 5 now. Even though his motivations are somewhat simple, he is one of the most intimidating characters by far with how he manipulates others, and his absolute drive for power. He isn’t afraid to take things into his own hands to get more power. The thing that makes him intimidating is how grounded and realistic he feels since his power is mostly just physical strength which makes him more even with the ninja. Like you mentioned in the vid, his tiger-like design and voice really elevate his character.

Not only does Ras manipulate Jordana and Beatrix he also starts with Arin in episode 9 we see he prays on his insecurities on not getting better as a ninja and tells him the solution is strength and to find a master who could teach him that which is what he does with Beatrix and Jordana

Lord ras is such a good viallian

I was wondering when you'd make a Ras related video! Although, I thought it would be something like "Why Lord Ras is a FANTASTIC antagonist" or "How To Write a Terrifying Villain: Lord Ras".

3:24 Using the phrase "true potential" which has been consistantly used to describe the pick of an elemental master's abilities in regards to elementless Beatrix who has an inferiority complex against two elemental masters! Well played, Ras, well played.

I wonder if his master “opened his eyes” in a sense as the flash back has yellow eyes while current Ras has red. Signifying him before and after in a small way

7:36 No wonder Ras is of such a high opinion on Shatterspin even if he can't perform it himself - it's literally a martial art equivalent of his worldview.

Great vid Crusty! Good to see this conversation getting started since it’s such a cool topic

Ras is a great villain and he has no comedic moments and is always considered pure evil and serious even though he’s actually a broken villain when he was abandoned as a child

Lord ras is one of the best villains in all of Ninjago

After its been confirmed that jay is evil in part 2, this video makes a lot of sense because ras could easily manipulate jay to his side

Ras is so close to beating morro, im ngl. Definitely the best character they introduced in dragons rising

Bruh, the video style is like TheRealJims! I like it, you should do more like this.

Since you compared Beatrix to Palpatine, maybe we can compare her killing Emperor Levo to Palpatine killing Plagueis.

U just made me realise something, in ep 9 s2 he trash talks and beats the hell outta arin, but at the same time he’s manipulating him, for power, for strength, and all things like that. In ep 2 s2 Sora points out how Arin can be easily manipulated so this could be a hint to something in the future🫠

Crusty’s thumbnails are so good, the border, and the main focus being so distinct just looks incredible

Great video! I hope Was sticks around till at least season three.

Goated video once again 🗣️ Also why Ras keep targeting Anger teens tho?😅

I can tell his master will be a golden celestial being maybe it will be called the Alpha or something else

why is no one talking about how lord ras is animated dude! the orignal series, the oni's face were not well animated and they honestly looked like clowns but the moments I saw how is face is animated I fell in love with his animation dude

He is awesome, the only thing I'd like from him is to see more power. He's very strong and smart, but that can only get him so far, when surrounded by powerful people.

I think an inspiration for Lord Ras is TMNT’s Tiger Claw. Their personalities and traits are so similar. They are loyal and valued by their masters no matter the circumstances.

Man, we haven’t had these type of tier-level Ninjago villains in for-*EVER* and I’m glad to see Roz gaining a spot on that roster!

Yes! Crusty lord ras vid! All i could've wished for!

Can we get a counter for the amount of times Ras beat up Riyu?

I think Ras is alright so far. Not my favorite ninjago villain (I think Nadakhan is hands down the best of villain the show has ever had) but he is far from the worst. I’m really not sure how to feel about him because so much is unknown. It’s entirely possible there will be a writing decision later in the show that completely ruins him as a villain. I’m not saying that’s going to happen but it is a possibility. Once Ras and his story come to an end I will be able to make much more of an opinion on him because as of now, I’m just kind of neutral on the guy but there is a ton of potential for me to really like him later on if the show plays its cards right

Not that far into the show, but Ras's first action scene brilliantly presents him as a threat. he literally beats Sora and Aron's asses to the ground, and gets the dragon (which was his main objective). That's more than almost any other villain in their opening scene. Ofc lloyd saves them and he ends up failing but maybe that's bc he wasn't there.

This is a dope video idea

I cant wait for the *Ras Master Minifigure*

Lord Rays is probably my favorite villain of the entire Ninjago franchise.

Thats why hes The Goat

Ras so far is fantastic,He is well written and menesing, can't wait to see his complete backstory Top tier Ninjago villain overall

Hearing Raz say "True Potential" is enough to put him in S tier.

Wish they brought the hammer from the sets in the show so much better

Man I feel like Ras is my fav Ninjago villain now.

Lord Ras is an awesome villain. He's better than the Overlord. Guess he's the new Dark Lord

He's the best villain. He's like if the iron baron were good.

Ras is probably one of my new favorite villains aside Garmadon and the Overlord. He’s super manipulative and knows when to and when not to act on his own end of the bargain.

This is edited exactly like a therealjims video :0

I feel like Ras is going to betray his master and 1 defeat him, becoming the ultimate bad, or 2 team up with the ninja to defeat his master

So,lord ras i think is manipuleted by his master(which i think is human eagalth trained) i think he will betray his master and work with ninjas to stop him but he isnt good no no,he just works with them because he finds it as best way fir himself

Imagine if lord ras' master is the source dragon of strength which tasks ras to defeat cole to prove that he is his true decendant or sm like that over cole

crusty do you let it crust or do you wipe

Dumb idea but we do know Chima is a Realm in Ninjago ssssooo.... what if Ras is from Chima?? I know its a joke but we do know Chima exists and this would literally be the perfect chance to bring back Chima. Just an idea

Ras is palpatine confirm?

Wait who’s Jordanna?

Asking again to make one video on lego monkie kid

Ok so hear me out, this means that Cinder was at an incredibly low point when Ras found him. Which explains why he is so obsessed with proving Ras that he is powerful. Because Cinder wants More power! If you can’t tell, I like Cinder and am dying to know his backstory

I mean, certain people can do these attributes like walking on all four and growling (ahem furries)

Ras tossed arin around 😭🙏

Little Ras is so cute idc anymore 🥺

i like raas but in season 1 he got his ass packed by newbies arin and sora

In my opinion Ras is the best villain ninjago has ever had since Garmadon, Chen, Nadakhan, Harumi and Morro because of his threatening and manipulative nature

Ras become my favorite villian

Is it me but Beatrix is evil Sora I mean both were rejected by their parents except one accepted this in a good way the other accepted this in a terrible and dark way

Ras is like a better better version of Vex. Both being the power behind the throne. Who manipulation some to take over a kingdom

i like lord ras the great and best lego ninjago villain since nadakhan from lego ninjago season 6 skybound

54th

Season 2 ruined Darama