One trope I really wish was more prevalent is the villain/antagonist who actually cares for his subordinates. Less "Heh, they were too weak anyway, they were getting in the way -does edgy pose- hmph".
While having more: "Yo, you hurt Joe. That's fucked up man, Joe you always followed my dream. I will avenge you, -does speech on why he feels he's doing the right thing-, prepare to die hoomans."
While having more: "Yo, you hurt Joe. That's fucked up man, Joe you always followed my dream. I will avenge you, -does speech on why he feels he's doing the right thing-, prepare to die hoomans."