I Like Villains, so I Reincarnated as One

Reincarnated as the villainous noble who gets killed early in an SRPG world!? “Yessssssss!!! I’ve been reincarnated as my favorite character!!” I woke up in the body of Weiss Hamilton, a villainous noble from the game I played to death, Valhalla Tactics, right after he’d been stabbed by his enraged citizens and left severely wounded because of his scummy rule. However, the territory is in ruins, corruption runs rampant, and the people’s patience has hit its limit. At this rate, a rebellion is bound to happen, and even if I somehow avoid that, I’m still fated to be destroyed by the protagonist. “Don’t worry, Weiss… I’ll save you. I’ve always imagined how to save you, so leave it to me!!” Believing I was reincarnated to save my favorite character from his tragic fate and bring him happiness, I used all my game knowledge to rescue him and his allies, putting my all into building the strongest nation. As a result, the story began to diverge from the game’s original plot, and not only did I save Weiss, but also other characters doomed to die, such as the villainess and the false saint. For some reason, even the protagonist started to admire me.

Original Publisher

kadokawa

English Publisher

seven seas

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on I Like Villains, so I Reincarnated as One Alright, let's dive into "I Like Villains, so I Reincarnated as One." The title alone grabbed my attention, and the premise? Definitely unique. ### First Impressions Initially, I was hooked by the twist on the typical reincarnation trope. Instead of aiming to be the hero, our protagonist wants to *save* the villains. That's a refreshing change of pace! The idea of a gamer who actually sympathizes with the antagonists and sees the tragic circumstances that led them down a dark path is genuinely compelling. It sets this story apart from the countless other isekai novels out there. ### What Works Well The core concept is definitely the strongest aspect. The protagonist's desire to prevent the villainesses from falling into despair resonates well, and I appreciate the focus on their backstories. It adds depth to characters that would otherwise be one-dimensional. I also enjoyed the slow build-up to the overarching plot; it creates a sense of anticipation and keeps me invested in the long game. The interactions between the protagonist and the various characters are well-written and engaging. ### Areas of Concern One thing that I found a little confusing was the protagonist's motivations, particularly in relation to the original Weiss Hamilton. There's a bit of a disconnect between his internal monologue and his actions, which creates some ambiguity about whether he's acting for himself, for Weiss, or some combination of the two. It's not a deal-breaker, but it did leave me scratching my head at times. I think it's a plot point that needs to be clarified or resolved as the story progresses. ### Final Verdict Overall, "I Like Villains, so I Reincarnated as One" is a fun and engaging isekai novel with a unique premise. While there are some minor areas that could be improved, the strong concept, well-developed characters, and intriguing plot make it a worthwhile read. If you're looking for an isekai story with a fresh perspective, this one is definitely worth checking out. I'm excited to see where the author takes the story next!