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I’ll Become a Villainess That Will Go Down in History

I'll Become a Villainess That Will Go Down in History ― The More of a Villainess I Become, the More the Prince will Dote on Me, I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History, Rekiaku, Rekishi Ni Nokoru Akujo Ni Naru Zo: Akuyaku Reijou Ni Naru Hodo Ouji No Dekiai Wa Kasoku Suru You Desu!, 成为名垂青史的恶役千金吧！少女越坏王子越爱！, 歴史に残る悪女になるぞ, 歴史に残る悪女になるぞ悪役令嬢になるほど王子の溺愛は加速するようです!

Native Language Japanese

Released 2018

AuthorOokido Izumi, 大木戸いずみ

ArtistHayase Jun, 早瀬ジュン

TypeWeb Novel (JP)

Original Ch.: 632

Translated Ch.: 485

Rank: #65

Last Update: April 1, 2026

Original Pub.: Enterbrain, Syosetu

English Pub.: Yen Press

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I’ll Become a Villainess That Will Go Down in History is a popular novel that blends Adventure, Comedy, Drama and more. Written by the author Ookido Izumi. 485 chapters have been translated, and translation of other chapters is in progress.

Synopsis

I’ve always dreamed of becoming a villainess, but I never thought that I would actually become one….!

This is the story of a young girl who aspires to become a villainous noble girl who’s capable of growing stronger through every confrontation that she is faced with.

🎭 System Interface: The “Anti-Saint” Protocol

The story operates on a Hard-Work Realism Engine, where the protagonist treats her life like a high-stakes training simulation.

Component	Classification	Tactical Implication
Narrative Engine	Psychological / Political	Focuses on Alicia’s growth from age 7, emphasizing that respect is earned through power, not “goodness.”
Primary Genre	Fantasy / Romance / Drama	Balances dark political themes with the Prince’s intense, borderline obsessive doting.
Atmosphere	Cynical & Intense	Feels less like a comedy and more like a study of a “sociopathic” drive for perfection.
The “X” Factor	Intelligence Gap	Alicia is often decades ahead of her peers in maturity, making her interactions feel like a shark in a goldfish pond.

📂 System Interface: The Status Window (Alicia vs. The World)

The core conflict stems from Alicia’s rejection of traditional empathy:

Attribute	Williams Alicia	The Original Heroine
Ideology	“The weak must grow or obey.”	“Everyone deserves a happy ending.”
Skillset	Swordplay, Dark Magic, Economics	Charisma, “Saintly” miracles, Brainwashing
Social Standing	Feared, hated, and “dangerous”	Universally loved (often irrationally)
Internal Logic	Acts “evil” to force the world to improve.	Acts “good” but enables incompetence.

Adventure Comedy Drama Fantasy Romance Shoujo

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Editor's Note

💡 The "Vicious Logic" Insight

[The Logic Trap]: What makes this aspect interesting is that Alicia is genuinely vicious toward her enemies. She doesn't just play a role; she adopts a worldview that favors strength and merit over feelings, which can be polarizing for readers.

[The "Anti-Bakarina"]: Unlike Hamefura, where the MC is lovable and dense, Alicia is highly intelligent and intentional. She adjusts her facial expressions and reactions specifically to "look the part" of a villainess, leading some to view her as a "psychopath" or "sociopath."

[The Heroine Problem]: Be warned: the original "female lead" is portrayed as a toxic, brainwashing manipulator. This creates a world where Alicia receives "unreasonable hate" from her own brothers and childhood friends, which can be frustrating to read.

634+ chapters of grueling training, economic warfare, and a prince who loves her because she's dangerous. Ongoing — and the best 'evil' heroine since the genre began.

Experience Curve

THE VILLAINOUS ASCENSION LOG

Ch. 1–50 (The Foundation of Evil): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Young Alicia discovers her passion for villainy and begins a grueling training regimen. Watching a 7-year-old outwit adults through sheer merit is highly entertaining.

Ch. 51–150 (The Academy & The Harem Shift): ⭐⭐⭐ – Alicia enters school and faces the "Saint's" influence. The frustration peaks as her childhood friends and brothers turn against her in favor of the original heroine.

Ch. 151–300 (The Political Chessboard): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The story shifts toward larger world issues, including poverty and international relations. Alicia’s "villainous" solutions are pragmatic and effective, though morally grey.

Ch. 301–Ongoing (The Legend in Progress): ⭐⭐⭐ – As a teen/adult, Alicia's obsession becomes more "pathological." The doting from the Prince accelerates, creating a "Me against the World" dynamic that is both intense and divisive.

WebNovelDB Review

7 /10

A fascinating, if toxic, deep dive into a protagonist who truly embraces the "villain" label through sheer competence.

Polish: 8/10. The world-building and magical theory are well-defined and consistent, moving away from standard cliches.

Pacing: 7/10. It tracks Alicia’s life from childhood. While her growth is satisfying, the "villainess obsession" can feel repetitive and "childish" to some as she gets older.

Character Depth: 6/10. Alicia is a "hardcore cynic" whose lack of empathy is a central trait. Side characters (like her brothers) can feel like "saint junkies" who are easily manipulated by the heroine's "spell."

Originality: 9/10. It subverts the genre by having a protagonist who actually wants to be bad, rather than one trying to be "misunderstood."

The Good:
The relationship with the ML (Duke) is unique. He doesn't try to "fix" her; he supports her "villainy" because he recognizes her brilliance and respects her strength.

The Bad:
The plot can feel "all over the place" at times, and the values Alicia endorses (like the weak obeying the strong) can feel "horrendous" or "eugenistic" to readers looking for a more traditional moral compass.

The Archetype:
The Sovereign Perfectionist — a character who believes that if you are going to be the villain of the story, you must be the most capable person in the room.

Verdict:
Rekishi ni Nokoru is a "Controversial" read. It’s perfect for those tired of "nice" villainesses who just want to bake cakes. However, if you dislike "edgy" logic or protagonists who lack basic empathy, Alicia's journey might feel more like a "diseased mind" than an empowering story.

Morality Note: Alicia genuinely believes in a 'might makes right' philosophy. If you need a protagonist with a traditional moral compass, her logic may feel disturbing. If you're tired of 'nice' villainesses, you're home.

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Key Information

Main Characters: Williams Alicia (The Aspiring Villainess) — Unlike protagonists who stumble into villainy, Alicia is obsessed with the concept. She trains her body, studies international politics, and masters ancient magic specifically to become the "greatest villainess in history." Alongside her is Duke Seeker, the prodigy Crown Prince who is the only one capable of keeping up with her intellect and becomes increasingly devoted to her the "viler" she tries to be.

Power System: meritocratic Excellence & Magical Mastery. Alicia rejects the "saintly" path of effortless miracles. Her power is derived from grueling physical training and academic rigor. She believes a true villainess must be more competent, more logical, and stronger than anyone else to effectively challenge the status-geared "justice" of the original heroine.

Themes: The novel explores The Deconstruction of the "Mary Sue" Saint. It pits Alicia’s cold, transactional logic against the original heroine’s "blind optimism," suggesting that the heroine’s "kindness" is often a toxic form of ignorance that causes more harm than Alicia’s ruthless pragmatism.

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