Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV — Dune Character Profile

About Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV

Galactic ruler who fears Atreides power and conspires against them.

Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV — Character Profile

Alignment

Villain

Species

Human

Abilities

Imperial command, Political intrigue, Sardaukar control, Spice monopoly, Diplomacy

• Strength: 5/10
• Intelligence: 8/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 3/10
• Influence: 10/10

Affiliations

• Dune universe

Quick Facts about Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV

Occupation

ruler

Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV's Known Relations

• Elrood IX Corrino — Father
• Anirul — Spouse
• Princess Irulan — Child
• Wensicia — Child
• Fafnir Corrino — Sibling
• Tyros Reffa — Sibling
• Paul Atreides — Enemy
• Vladimir Harkonnen — Enemy
• Alia Atreides — Enemy

Padisha Emperor Shaddam IV appears in 2 titles

• Dune (1984)
• Dune: Part Two (2024) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

José Ferrer

Appears in

Dune (1984)

Role

Supporting

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