Syndrome, born Buddy Pine, was once a bright-eyed, enthusiastic child and the self-proclaimed “#1 fan” of Mr. Incredible. Idolizing superheroes, Buddy took on the alias Incrediboy, hoping to become a sidekick to his favorite hero. However, his dreams were crushed when Mr. Incredible bluntly rejected him, declaring that he worked alone. This moment marked a devastating turning point in Buddy’s life, catalyzing his descent into bitterness, obsession, and ultimately, villainy.