Villains Are Destined to Die Webtoon Ends, TV Anime Adaptation Coming
Great news for the popular webtoon Villains Are Destined to Die! The series by writer Gwon Gyeoeul and illustrator SUOL has officially ended with its main story. Additionally, a TV anime adaptation of the series has been announced. While the anime announcement was met with great excitement by fans, the webtoon's finale also bid farewell to its readers.
The story follows a woman who wakes up as the villainess of an otome game, Penelope Eckhart, and tries to avoid the death endings awaiting her. The character, who also faces hardships in real life, must win the love of the male characters she interacts with in order to survive in the game world. Originally serialized on KakaoPage starting in 2019, the series quickly gained huge popularity both in South Korea and among global readers. The manhwa, whose English translation is published by Ize Press, is considered one of the most beloved examples of its genre.
Which studio will produce the TV anime adaptation and its release date have not yet been announced. However, the announcement shows that Korean comics are increasingly finding their place in the global animation industry, especially in this era when popular manhwa such as Solo Leveling, Tower of God, and The God of High School have been adapted into anime. Villains Are Destined to Die, which holds a notable position among anime adaptations in the otome isekai genre, appeals to a different audience with its story and character development.
Although the main story of the series has ended, its world and characters will gain a new dimension with the anime adaptation. While waiting for studio and cast announcements, fans are already sharing their theories and excitement on social media. The webtoon's universe may continue to expand with potential side stories and spin-offs, but for now, all eyes are on the anime adaptation.
