I'll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History
Synopsis
The kind and compassionate heroine of an otome game may be as flawless as she is admirable, but a certain young woman from Japan much prefers the villainess, Alicia Williams. She sees sense in Alicia's ruthless verbal abuse and values her discipline and fortitude. On the other hand, aside from always toying with Prince Duke Seeker's emotions, the commoner heroine seems to only spout lip service. Given the choice, the young woman would love to be reincarnated as Alicia—and her wish suddenly comes true! Seven-year-old Alicia awakens with the memories of her past life, now aware of all the future events, outcomes, and the world's secrets. She has no fear; to outsmart the heroine and avoid a bad ending, all Alicia needs is hard work, mastery of her noble family's dark magic, and the determination to become the greatest villainess in history. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
Audience Consensus
Audience sentiment is mixed, with praise for the main character Alicia and the series' humor, but criticism for the romance, animation quality, and some character writing. Reviewers are divided on whether the show delivers on its premise of a villainess story. Some find it refreshing, while others find it cliché and poorly executed. Many enjoyed it as a fun, lighthearted watch despite its flaws.
Strengths
- The MC, Alicia, is a well-written, energetic, and ambitious character who wants to improve her country and stands up for the voiceless.
- Independent subplots delve into deeper philosophical themes like governance and parent-child dynamics, adding depth beyond typical romance.
- Balance between humor and drama is well-executed, with cute animated inserts adding to the charm.
Weaknesses
- The romance with the older male lead is considered creepy due to the age difference.
- The Saint character is annoying and a weak antagonist.
- Inconsistent art and mediocre animation quality, with noticeable CGI usage.