Maynard Swan is a character from the anime Clevatess, serving as one of the primary antagonists during the Hidden Furnace arc. He is a young man of average height with shaggy black hair and golden eyes framed by golden eyelashes. Hailing from the militaristic Kingdom of Borhate, also referred to as the Boelate Empire, Maynard is recognized as the strongest and most brutal mage within the kingdom's forces. His fearsome reputation stems from his unmatched magical power and his utterly merciless approach to combat and interrogation. A cruel and psychopathic individual, Maynard takes pleasure in tormenting his enemies, often expressing excitement at the prospect of inflicting pain. His personality is defined by a fearless attitude and a profound disdain for anyone he considers inferior, giving him an aura of psychological dominance that unnerves even seasoned soldiers. He serves directly under General Dorel, acting as one of his deadliest lieutenants, and he carries out missions that require both overwhelming force and a willingness to employ sadistic methods. Maynard's primary ability is insect magic, which allows him to summon and control vast swarms of venomous wasps, poisonous spiders, and enormous centipedes large enough to crush a carriage. This power makes him nearly invincible on the battlefield, as he can command insects of various sizes and shapes to attack, harass, or devour opponents. He uses his magic not only for direct combat but also for psychological warfare, ruling over monster-infested regions as though they belong to him. In the story, Maynard represents the ruthless expansionism of the Boelate Empire, capitalizing on the chaos left in the wake of Clevatess's destruction of the kingdom of Hyden. His interactions with other characters are largely limited to his role as a subordinate to Dorel and as a direct threat to the protagonists. There is no indication of personal development or change; he remains a consistent force of malice and destruction. His notable abilities, combined with his vicious temperament, make him one of the most dangerous human sorcerers in the series.