Mad Scientist
A "Mad Scientist" is a fictional character often depicted in literature, film, and popular culture. This archetype typically embodies eccentricity and a disregard for ethical boundaries in the pursuit of scientific knowledge. They are usually portrayed as brilliant but unstable individuals who conduct experiments that can lead to dangerous or unpredictable outcomes.
Common traits of a mad scientist include wild hair, a lab coat, and a laboratory filled with unusual equipment. They often create fantastical inventions or engage in experiments that challenge the laws of nature, such as reanimating the dead, similar to the character of Frankenstein in Mary Shelley's novel.