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Courtly Intrigue and Body
  • Swapping Drama in Upcoming Anime


Chinese
  • Style Fantasy Series Brings Villainess Tale to Life

  • The popular Chinese

  • style villainess fantasy light novel series, "Though I Am an Inept Villainess," is officially receiving a TV anime adaptation. The highly anticipated series is scheduled to begin broadcasting in April 2026.


  • Production and Creative Team Behind the Anime


    Renowned animation studio Doga Kobo, known for titles like "Oshi no Ko," will be responsible for bringing the story to the screen. The series is based on the original work by author Satsuki Nakamura, with illustrations by Yukikana.


    A Tale of Royal Scheming and Survival


    The anime's plot centers on a high

  • ranking imperial court maiden who is poised to become the next empress. Her life is upended when she is forced to swap bodies with her cunning rival. Now trapped in a new identity and facing execution, she must navigate the deadly politics of the court to clear her name and set things right.


  • Key Story Elements of "Though I Am an Inept Villainess"


    The narrative promises a unique blend of fantasy and suspense, driven by its compelling premise.



    • Body
    • Swap Twist: The protagonist must survive in the body of her greatest enemy.

    • Court Intrigue: The story is filled with political machinations and dangerous plots.

    • Fight for Justice: Her primary goal is to overturn her unjust death sentence.