Though I Am an Inept Villainess (2026)

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July 12th, 2026

2026

7.5

Drama

Romance

RELEASING

Episode 3 airs Sun Jul 26, 2026 (0d 7h)

Synopsis

As maidens from the Five Clans battle for the Crown Prince’s heart, jealous Keigetsu uses forbidden magic to swap bodies with the beloved Reirin. Switching places does not guarantee happiness for Keigetsu with her new body's ill health leaving her hanging on the verge of death. Meanwhile, Reirin, now wearing the face of a scorned outcast, must answer for Keigetsu’s crimes in a dangerous trial. The unlikely...

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Episodes

8 Episodes

Ep 16.9

Though I Am an Inept Villainess

On the night of the Double Sevens Festival, Maiden Kou Reirin is forced to swap bodies with the much hated Shu Keigetsu. However, Reirin rejoices about the fact...?

Ep 28.8

Will I Be Living Here?

As a result of the commotion in the inner court, Reirin is ordered by Noble Consort Shu to relocate her room, though this is simply banishment in disguise. Because the new abode is basically an abandoned shed, Leelee the personal court lady for Keigetsu unleashes the frustrations that has been building up within her heart.

Ep 3

胸を広げ, 視線は前に

It has been four days since the swap. Reirin, who has been banished to a hut in the Shu Palace, devotes herself to farming utilizing Keigetsu's healthy body. Enjoying a freedom where she doesn't trouble anyone, Reirin spends her days feeling fulfilled. Meanwhile, Leelee is provoked by Gayou, a high court lady from the Kin family who suddenly appeared before her, to harass Reirin...

Ep 4