The character then becomes an abstract nightmare rather than a flesh-and-blood person who might actually himself be the devil in the flesh.
Which is what this all comes down to. You prefer the former, and I, the latter. And I doubt we shall get any further ground on that.
Even if you decide not to carry on from my response above, I will take you up on your offer for an e-shake. Frankly, pally, it's not often that I meet someone with whom I disagree so fiercely who can actually back up his points with intelligent debate and examples! Most people seem content to just snark and be dismissive, so this has honestly been refreshing. Maddening at first, but ultimately refreshing.