What It Takes to Be a Villainess

Synopsis

With a broken heart, Hwayoung falls headfirst into the river by accident but wakes up as infamous villainess Satiana Altisee Kaylon. Coming to terms with her new life as sole daughter of House Kaylon, Satiana is soon chosen as a candidate for the next empress! In the palace full of schemers and liars, she must become a cold-blooded villainess to win her royal seat by the crown prince - or her new family will face grave danger! Will being perfectly evil really be enough? ‘Cause even villains need love! Based on the hit novel. (Source: Tappytoon)

About

What It Takes to Be a Villainess is a Korean manhwa, first serialized in 2018, spanning 164 chapters, The series has concluded, (last release in 2021).

Why readers enjoy What It Takes to Be a Villainess

What It Takes to Be a Villainess appeals to readers of Comedy manhwa, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Drama, Fantasy, Romance elements. This combination of Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

What It Takes to Be a Villainess is written by Hae-On Ju, with art by Min.

Reception

What It Takes to Be a Villainess holds an average score of 6.8 out of 10 on AniList, a solid score that signals a stable, dedicated readership, with 183 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout What It Takes to Be a Villainess include: Politics, Reincarnation, Heterosexual, Full Color, Female Protagonist, Love Triangle, Kingdom Management, Villainess. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.