Kakao’s Piccoma service announced the conclusion of the main story for the webtoon Villains Are Destined to Die and confirmed a new television anime adaptation. The announcement was made on Sunday, marking a significant moment for the popular romance fantasy series.
Key Facts:
- Webtoon Ending: The main story of Villains Are Destined to Die has concluded.
- Anime Adaptation: A television anime adaptation has been officially announced.
- Platforms: The webtoon is available on Kakao Page (South Korea) and Tapas (English).
- Publishers: Kadokawa publishes the manga in Japan, and Ize Press handles English print releases.
- Novel Success: The original web novel has garnered over 1.7 million views and 145,000 likes.
- Webtoon Success: The webtoon has achieved over 14.8 million views and 1.5 million likes.
- Print Releases: Kadokawa will release the 12th manga volume on November 17. Ize Press will release the fourth novel volume on September 15 and the ninth webtoon volume on August 18.
Villains Are Destined to Die Webtoon Concludes Main Story, Announces TV Anime Adaptation
Kakao’s Piccoma online manga and novel service has announced the conclusion of the main story for the webtoon Villains Are Destined to Die.
Alongside this news, the service revealed that the title will receive a television anime adaptation. Writer Gwon Gyeoeul and artist SUOL are credited for the original work, known as Akuyaku no Ending wa Shi nomi in Japan.
The webtoon, which originally launched in 2020, finished its primary narrative in chapter 214 on Kakao Page in South Korea during July. Following a brief hiatus, the creative team plans to return for a spin-off chapter, ensuring continued engagement with the story’s universe.
The Popularity and Origins of Villains Are Destined to Die
Villains Are Destined to Die is described by the Tapas service as a romance fantasy that falls within the popular reincarnated-villainess subgenre. It originated as a web novel by Gwon Gyeoeul before its webtoon adaptation. The series quickly became one of Kakao Page’s most highly-read webcomics in South Korea.
The original web novel has achieved significant readership, surpassing 1.7 million views and collecting 145,000 likes. The webtoon adaptation has proven even more popular, recording over 14.8 million views and 1.5 million likes. These figures highlight the franchise’s strong appeal to a broad audience.
Villains Are Destined to Die Franchise Expands Across Multiple Formats
The Villains Are Destined to Die franchise is widely accessible. Its English version is currently available on the Tapas platform, with serialization having reached Chapter 210. Piccoma is responsible for publishing both the manga and the original novel by Gwon Gyeoeul in Japan.
Kadokawa published the manga’s first compiled book volume in March 2022 and is scheduled to release the 12th volume on November 17.
The franchise has further expanded into English print through Ize Press, which is releasing the novel series in five volumes across print, eBook, and audio formats. The fourth novel volume is set for release on September 15.
Ize Press and Print Releases for Villains Are Destined to Die
Ize Press has been instrumental in bringing Villains Are Destined to Die to a wider international audience through print. The webtoon adaptation is noted as one of Ize Press’ best-selling titles, demonstrating the property’s robust global fanbase and its continued success across various media formats. This success underscores the franchise’s momentum.
Ize Press will release the ninth volume of the Villains Are Destined to Die webtoon on August 18. Furthermore, the company is releasing the novel series in multiple formats. The fourth volume of the novel is scheduled for release on September 15, offering readers additional avenues to experience the story.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Villains Are Destined to Die webtoon end?
The main story of the Villains Are Destined to Die webtoon concluded in chapter 214 on Kakao Page in South Korea during July. The staff plans to return for a spin-off after a break.
What is the genre of Villains Are Destined to Die?
Villains Are Destined to Die is part of the popular reincarnated-villainess romance fantasy genre. It originated as a web novel and was later adapted into a webtoon.
Where can I read Villains Are Destined to Die in English?
The English version of Villains Are Destined to Die is currently available on the Tapas platform, where it has been serialized through Chapter 210.
What is the status of the Villains Are Destined to Die anime?
A television anime adaptation of Villains Are Destined to Die has been officially announced. Further details regarding its production and release have not yet been revealed.
The conclusion of the main story for Villains Are Destined to Die and the announcement of its anime adaptation are confirmed. The franchise’s expansion into multiple print formats through Kadokawa and Ize Press is also confirmed, with specific volume release dates provided. Information regarding the release window or specific details of the television anime adaptation has not yet been announced.
