A horror film villain is a character in a horror movie who serves as the antagonist. The two most common types of horror film villains are slashers and mummies. Slashers are typically serial killers or other violent criminals who use weapons such as knives, axes, and chainsaws to terrorize their victims. Mummies are usually ancient undead creatures that have been reanimated by some form of dark magic. They often have supernatural powers and seek to spread chaos and destruction. Both slashers and mummies are iconic figures in horror films and have become staples of the genre.