Kuja Garland is a central antagonist in the video game Final Fantasy IX. He is a mysterious and flamboyant figure, known for his poetic speech and manipulative nature. Created as a Genome by Garland, Kuja seeks to cause chaos and destruction, viewing himself as superior to both humans and his own kind. His actions drive much of the conflict throughout the game, and he serves as a complex villain, struggling with his own mortality and existential purpose.