Topic on Talk:Evil Is Petty

First off, I don't think the current name reflects that definition exclusively.

Also, I don't think the motive matters. A villain motivated by greed could not pay tips (which would be poodle poking) along with non poodle poking things, like kidnapping for ransom money, rob banks, ect... All while being utterly indifferent (and not sadistic) about the suffering he inflicts on others.
And I think such a villain would qualify.