In a peaceful village like Emmerdale, no one suspected that the arrival of Celia Daniels would unleash a collective nightmare.

She entered Dales gracefully, politely, her voice soft and gentle like that of a seasoned woman.

But just a few episodes later, viewers were stunned to discover that Celia was no ordinary person – she was the ringleader of a sophisticated criminal network,

where vulnerable souls were exploited, manipulated, and dragged into the depths of despair.

Celia began by building a perfect image: a knowledgeable, helpful woman, using sweet words to win the trust of those around her. But when people let their guard down, she gradually set a trap – drawing Ray Walters, Bear Wolf, and even Moira Dingle into a series of horrific conspiracies. Those who thought they were friends became puppets in Celia’s schemes.

What makes Celia terrifying isn’t just her actions, but her mentality. She doesn’t kill out of anger, but because she enjoys the feeling of controlling lives. With each “cleanup,” Celia always utters a chilling line: “In Dales, only the strong survive.” That line has become a symbol of Emmerdale’s darkest chapter.

Viewers unanimously call her “the devil of Dales”—a beautiful, intelligent, ruthless, and enigmatic woman. But the real tragedy hasn’t begun yet. Because the only one strong enough to confront Celia… is the very man she considers her son.