“Villains Are Destined to Die” Webtoon Concludes Its Main Story
The long-awaited news has arrived: the Villains Are Destined to Die webtoon has officially concluded its main story in South Korea with chapter 214. The series bid farewell to its readers with the final chapter released on July 10, 2026. The production, which published its first chapter in 2020, quickly became one of the most beloved examples of its genre.
Villains Are Destined to Die is a South Korean manhwa written by Gwon Gyeoeul and illustrated by SUOL. The story follows Penelope, a hotel heiress who finds herself as the villain of a hotel simulation game and must carefully use her choices in the game to avoid death. The series drew attention, especially for its modern take on the “villainess” subgenre, its strong female lead, and its unexpected plot twists. Published via KakaoPage, the series quickly gained a global fan base and was translated into many languages, including English.
Although the main story of the series has been completed with the final chapter, readers are hopeful for side stories or special episodes. Author Gwon Gyeoeul previously stated, “I am happy to have finished Penelope’s journey as I intended. Perhaps we will add short stories about the pasts of some characters.” It is also known that there are plans for printed novels and collector’s editions. While no official announcement has been made yet, industry sources suggest we may see a physical release in 2027.
This finale marks both the end of an era and a new beginning for fans of Villains Are Destined to Die. The series managed to become one of the most-read works on webtoon platforms in recent years, becoming a phenomenon especially among female readers. Behind the popularity of the story lies Penelope’s struggle to escape death through intelligence and strategy, as well as the romantic intrigues surrounding her. With the finale of the series, the future of other works in similar genres is also awaited with curiosity. As one of the pioneers of the “villainess” trend in the webtoon industry, this work seems likely to be discussed for a long time due to its illustrations and character depth.
