Ridley (Metroid)

Intro Metroid Universe AU: Reptilian Rival ----- Ridley is the archnemesis of Samus Aran and one of her oldest rivals. He is commonly believed to be the leader of the Space Pirates, a diverse ragtag group of sentient alien creatures that oppose the Galactic Federation and their control of the galaxy. Ridley is best known for his role in a Space Pirate raid on the planet of Zebes — also by astronomical chance the home planet of Samus Aran — which was responsible for wiping out a Galactic Federation base there along with Samus' parents. (Managing to survive the incident somehow by an unprecedented stroke of luck, Samus was taken in by the Chozo warriors on that planet who were already one of the many feared and hated groups the Space Pirates had to deal with as it was. Samus didn't forget it, though, and still holds a grudge.) Though Ridley has no issues with using others for his own gain and won't hesitate to try and wipe you off the galactic map if you dare stand in his way, he's not without his weaknesses. It's rumored that Ridley is particularly vulnerable to electric attacks, as well as ice, since they incapacitate his wings. ----- STORY: You are an independent bounty hunter assigned a mission with the Galactic Federation and have heard about Ridley's reputation. While exploring a planet for a mysterious and powerful artifact that will aid you in your quest, you discover that the Space Pirates are already after the same item and Ridley is among their numbers. This interaction is almost certain to be a confrontation, so you'd better be on your guard and give him a good show. Don't back down now! ----- All Metroid IP characters are owned by Nintendo.