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I Became The Villain The Hero Is Obsessed With

I Became the Hero's Favorite Villain, IBTVTHIOW, I’m a Villain Being Obsessed by the Heroine, The Hero Became Obsessed With The Villain, ヒーローに執着される悪党になった, 히어로가 집착하는 악당이 되었다

Native Language Korean

Released 2022

AuthorSeo Eun-ha, Westway, 서은하

TypeWeb Novel (KR)

Original Ch.: 463

Translated Ch.: 465

Rank: #11

Last Update: March 19, 2026

Original Pub.: Novelpia

English Pub.: Novelpia Global

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I Became The Villain The Hero Is Obsessed With is a popular novel that blends Action, Adventure, Comedy and more. Written by the author Seo Eun-ha. A total of 465 chapters have been translated and the novel is complete.

Synopsis

I became the villain in the story of a hero.

So I was about to quit after fighting the main character.

But she’s obsessed with me. Why…?

🦸‍♂️ System Interface: The “Anti-Villain” Simp Protocol

I Became The Villain The Hero Is Obsessed With is a unique, often polarizing superhero web novel that blends high-stakes action with a heavy dose of “cringe” comedy and obsessive romance. Unlike typical dark villain stories, this is a reincarnation tale about a hardcore comic book nerd who enters his favorite series to save his “waifu”—the hero, Stardust—from a tragic ending.

To do this, he adopts the mantle of Egostic, a theatrical, “Mango Stick” themed villain. His goal isn’t to rule the world, but to commit “victimless” terrorism to force Stardust to level up, while secretly assassinating the actual lethal villains behind the scenes.

Component	Classification	Tactical Implication
The “Simp” Drive	Core Motivation	The MC’s entire power and strategy are fueled by his obsessive fandom. He is a “stalker for good.”
Social Media/Chat	Narrative Device	The story features a “Live Chat” from the citizens of the world, reflecting modern hero-culture and providing meta-commentary.
The “Hero” Obsession	Relationship Dynamic	Stardust transitions from hating her archnemesis to being obsessed with uncovering his true identity and motives.
The Anti-Hero Gap	Public Perception	While he calls himself a villain, the public (and Stardust) slowly begin to view him as a misunderstood anti-hero.

📂 System Interface: The Status Window (Egostic/Da-in)

Attribute	Classification	Description
True Identity	Kang Da-in	A transmigrator who knows the entire plot of the “Stardust” comic and acts as a “Guardian Villain.”
Villain Name	Egostic	Known for theatrical speeches, teleportation, and “Mango Stick” branding.
Primary Power	Teleportation	His main survival tool, used for “hit and run” terrorism and rescuing the hero from shadows.
Secondary Power	Telekinesis	Initially weak (can barely stop a car), but used creatively for theatrical effects and minor combat.

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Editor's Note

⚠️ High Cringe Alert. The MC's dialogue is intentionally "hammy" and theatrical. If you dislike "Chuunibyou" (eighth-grade syndrome) energy, this will be a tough read.

The "Will They/Won't They" Trap. The romance is a slow burn that spans 400+ chapters. Both leads are notoriously dense regarding their own feelings.

The "Contrived" Harem. While the focus is 100% on Stardust, the MC naturally collects a group of female "villain" subordinates (The Electra/Celeste group), leading to harem tropes.

The Ending. Readers describe the finale as emotional and heart-wrenching (The Deus Ex Machina arc), though the very end is noted as being somewhat abrupt.

*463 chapters of cringe, comedy, and a simp who saved the world. Complete — and ready to make you laugh and cry.*

Experience Curve

Ch. 1–80 (The Simp Debut): ⭐⭐⭐ – The Setup. Heavy on the "creepy stalker" vibes. The MC establishes his persona and begins his "Terrorism for Growth" sessions with Stardust.

Ch. 81–200 (The Obsession Thaw): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Hook. Stardust begins to realize Egostic is "different." The mystery of his true motives becomes the main driver as she starts searching for him in civilian life.

Ch. 201–400 (The Villain Alliance): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Peak. The world-building expands as Da-in recruits "future villains" to his side to prevent them from becoming true monsters. The live-chat reactions are at their funniest here.

Ch. 401–463 (The Deus Ex Machina): ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – The Climax. The stakes shift from "play-fighting" to a genuine threat to the world. The emotional payoff for Da-in’s sacrifices hits its highest point.

WebNovelDB Review

7 /10

A polarizing mix of "Chuunibyou" cringe and genuine emotional payoff. It is a high-speed fun ride that eventually surprises you with a heart-wrenching finale.

Comedy/Meta-Humor: 9/10. The "Live Chat" and the MC’s theatrical villain acting are highlights. It effectively satirizes modern superhero media and fandom culture.

Romance/Chemistry: 8/10. The banters between Egostic and Stardust are the soul of the novel. Their transition from archnemeses to obsessive lovers is remarkably engaging.

Protagonist: 7/10. You will either find his "deranged fanboy" energy hilarious or pathetic. He is a unique MC who stays relatively humble despite his future knowledge.

Tension: 3/10. With a "God-tier" healer and the MC's knowledge of the original plot, the stakes rarely feel like a real threat until the very last arc.

The Good: A unique, modern take on the superhero genre that avoids the typical dark and gritty "villain" tropes in favor of theatrical fun.

The Bad: The harem feels artificial to some, and the translation quality (MTL) in the later hundreds of chapters can be a difficult puzzle to solve.

The Archetype: The "Guardian Villain." He isn't out for blood or world domination; he's out to secure a happy ending for his favorite fictional idol.

The Final Verdict: This is the ultimate "Turn Your Brain Off" comfort read. While it starts as a goofy comedy about a simp larping as a villain, it rewards persistent readers with one of the most emotional and satisfying conclusions in the "transmigrated into a book" subgenre.

Cringe Note: The MC's dialogue is intentionally theatrical. If you can't handle 'chuunibyou' energy, this will be a struggle. If you embrace the cringe, you'll love it.

WebNovelDB Team

Key Information

Main Characters: Kang Da-in / Egostic (MC), Shin Haru / Stardust (The Heroine), Celeste (The Underworld Princess), Shadow-Walker (The Sidekick/GOAT).

Power System: Comic Book Superpowers. Abilities like Teleportation, Telekinesis, and Healing are standard, but the MC uses "Future Knowledge" as his primary "cheat."

Themes: Fandom Obsession, Heroic Deconstruction, Identity Misunderstandings, The Burden of Knowledge, Sacrifice for Love.

Similar To: The Yellow-Haired Villain in Soaring Phoenix, The Demon Prince Goes to the Academy

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