Though I Am an Inept Villainess
Just as His Highness’s favored butterfly Reirin is beloved by the prince, jealous “court sewer rat” Keigetsu uses magic to swap their bodies—and their destinies. With a looming execution, Reirin embraces her new, healthy body, while Keigetsu learns Reirin’s life isn’t what it seems as she’s pulled into an inner-court conspiracy.
- 2026-2026
- 1 season
- Crunchyroll
- Animation, Drama, Fantasy, Suspense
- TV-14
Just as His Highness’s favored butterfly Reirin is beloved by the prince, jealous “court sewer rat” Keigetsu uses magic to swap their bodies—and their destinies. With a looming execution, Reirin embraces her new, healthy body, while Keigetsu learns Reirin’s life isn’t what it seems as she’s pulled into an inner-court conspiracy.
Season 1 Episode Guide
11 Episodes 2026
Episode 1
Futsutsuka na Akujo de wa Gozaimasu ga
Sun, Jul 12, 2026 23 mins
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...?
Episode 2
Koko de, Kurasu no Desu ka?
Sun, Jul 19, 2026 23 mins
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.
Episode 3
Mune o Hiroge, Shisen wa Mae ni
Sun, Jul 26, 2026
It has been four days since the swap. Reirin, who has been bahished 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.
Episode 4
Watakushi no, Hôkiboshi
Sun, Aug 2, 2026
Reirin proposes ending the body swap, but Keigetsu refuses as Lily begins to sense something is amiss.
Episode 5
Ano Onna wa Dare da
Sun, Aug 9, 2026
Reirin and Leelee attend the Ghost Festival ritual to confront Gayou. Hostess Kin Seika performs a stunning dance.
Episode 6
Shinasetari Shinai
Sun, Aug 16, 2026
Reirin's identity in Shu Keigetsu's body has been discovered by one of her ladies-in-waiting, Shu Keigetsu's crimes are finally starting to be revealed!
Episode 7
Buki o Sazukeru Koto no Imi
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Continuing from the previous episode, one of Reirin's ladies-in-waiting has revealed the true truth about Kou Reirin and Shu Keigetsu's soul exchange. The truth is starting to come out!
Episode 8
Akujo Rashiku Akujo Rashiku
Sun, Aug 30, 2026
Reirin calls for Keigetsu through the flames, but Keigetsu is the one asking for help.
Episode 9
Kanarazu Otasuke Itashimasu
Sun, Sep 6, 2026
Reirin realizes Gabi's goal and asks Crown Prince if she can borrow the Bow of Warding once again.
Episode 10
Noroi mo Hanbunko
Sun, Sep 13, 2026
Gyoumei realizes the swap and heads to the Kou Palace, but is thwarted by Tousetsu.
Episode 11
Taishita Akujo desu yo
Sun, Sep 20, 2026
Gabi's plans have failed and the case comes to a close. Reirin and Keigetsu cancel the swap.