A new web trailer for the upcoming TV anime I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History has been released, offering a glimpse of the first episode, titled “Villainess and Muscle Training.” The anime adaptation of the popular isekai light novel series is set to air in Japan on October 1, 2024, and will be available for international streaming on Crunchyroll as part of the fall 2024 simulcast lineup.
The series, based on light novels written by Izumi Okido and illustrated by Jyun Hayase, is published in Japan by Enterbrain under their B’s Log Bunko imprint. Yen Press handles the English-language publication of both the light novels and the manga adaptation, which features artwork by Akari Hoshi.
Directed by Yuji Yanase at Maho Film, the anime promises to bring a fresh take on the “villainess” trope. Sawako Hirabayashi is in charge of the series composition, while Yuko Watabe and Eri Kojima handle character design. The musical score is composed by Moe Hyuga, adding depth to the fantasy world.
A Tale of Ambition and Mischief
The story of I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History follows Alicia Williams, a young woman reincarnated as the villainess in her favorite fantasy dating sim. Rather than dreading her new role, Alicia is determined to carve her name in history by becoming the greatest villain the world has ever seen. To achieve her goal, she must grow stronger and outwit those around her.
However, things don’t go as planned when her efforts to embrace her evil persona have unintended consequences—most notably, the prince’s increasing affection for her. As Alicia navigates her new life, she finds herself torn between her ambitions and the romantic entanglements that threaten to derail her villainous legacy.
A Star-Studded Production Team
The series boasts a talented production team, with Yuji Yanase, known for his work on various anime projects, at the helm. Sawako Hirabayashi, who oversees the series composition, has a strong track record of creating engaging narratives, while character designers Yuko Watabe and Eri Kojima bring the characters to life with visually stunning artistry. The score by Moe Hyuga is set to enhance the show’s fantasy elements with a captivating musical backdrop.
Official Synopsis by Yen Press
Yen Press provides the following synopsis for the series:
“Me, the same girl who hates all those prim and proper heroines, got reincarnated as the villain in the world of my favorite fantasy dating sim! It’s my dream come true, so I’m going to leave my mark on history by becoming the world’s greatest villain! But to do that, I’ll need to get a lot stronger and smarter. Just one problem—the harder I try to be evil, the harder the prince falls for me! At this rate, will I ever get to earn my place in history!?”
As the release date approaches, excitement is building for what promises to be a unique take on the ever-popular isekai genre. Fans of both the light novels and manga are eagerly awaiting the chance to see Alicia’s journey unfold on screen, and the new trailer offers a tantalizing preview of what’s to come.
Stay tuned as I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History makes its mark this fall, bringing fans an unforgettable blend of humor, romance, and ambition.