17 Reasons to love Niklaus Mikaelson from The Vampire Diaries despite his phenomenally evil acts

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9) Self-awareness

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Klaus’ self-awareness is a crucial element that is also a distinguishing factor in making him a fan-favorite character. He is not a one-dimensional character; he is aware of his flaws, and he acknowledges his darker side, which he sometimes is unable to control. His self-awareness often leads to inner conflict, which we can see throughout the series when he shows remorse after hurting someone.