On Friday, the official staff for the highly anticipated anime adaptation of The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess unveiled its third promotional trailer, confirming the series’ premiere date of October 8, 2025, on TV Tokyo, BS11, and other networks in Japan. The announcement, accompanied by a striking new visual, has heightened anticipation for this isekai fantasy series, which is based on Akiharu Tōka’s popular manga. The trailer also introduced the anime’s opening and ending themes, alongside additional details about the production and cast.
The latest trailer showcases the vibrant animation style of Studio DEEN, the studio behind the project, and offers a glimpse into the intricate world of The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess. The opening theme, Black Flame, performed by KID PHENOMENON from EXILE TRIBE, sets a dynamic tone, while the ending theme, Regene, by Zerofrom, adds an emotional depth to the series’ atmosphere. The trailer highlights key characters, including the protagonist Iana Magnolia, voiced by Yoshino Aoyama, and other central figures like Konoha Magnolia (voiced by M.A.O), Sol Nemophyra (voiced by Shohei Komatsu), and Ginoford Dandelion (voiced by Makoto Furukawa).
The anime is directed by Hiroaki Sakurai, known for his work on The Disastrous Life of Saiki K., with series composition by Mitsutaka Hirota, who has previously worked on Possibly the Greatest Alchemist of All Time. Character designs are handled by Tomoyo Sawada (We Love Rice), and the music is composed by Ryuichi Takada at HIKE, promising a rich auditory experience to complement the series’ fantastical narrative. Studio DEEN, a veteran in anime production, is tasked with bringing Tōka’s vivid world to life, ensuring a faithful adaptation of the manga’s detailed art and storytelling.
A new visual released alongside the trailer features Iana Magnolia, the story’s complex villainess, holding an open book surrounded by roses, symbolizing her dual nature as both a creator and a character within her own story. The visual underscores the series’ themes of self-awareness and survival in a perilous fantasy world. Additional cast members announced include Toki Shunichi as Yomi Blacksarna, Iana’s childhood friend, and Arthur Lounsberry as Cheneau Clematis, a police officer pursuing Iana, further expanding the ensemble of characters.
What is The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess about?
The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess, written and illustrated by Akiharu Tōka, began serialization in Hakusensha’s shōjo manga magazine LaLa on August 24, 2018. Since its debut, the manga has garnered a significant following, with its blend of isekai, romance, and fantasy elements resonating with readers. As of May 2025, the series has been compiled into sixteen tankōbon volumes and a short story volume, with cumulative sales exceeding 1.7 million copies (print and digital combined) as reported in February 2024. Published in English by Yen Press, the manga has been praised for its unique take on the isekai genre, focusing on a protagonist who must navigate the consequences of her own creative decisions.
Yen Press describes the series as follows:
Konoha Satou has a dark history. After all, she spent her teen years writing self-indulgent fantasy romance fics-like her Dark History. But since she’s become its most despicable villainess, remembering every last detail is now a matter of life-and-death. Having avoided the first couple of death flags, Satou’s suddenly left in the dark when a mysterious stranger returns from the Lily Kingdom-a character she doesn’t recall writing in the original script. Although Yomi claims to be her ally, can Satou really trust a character she knows nothing about in such a dangerous world?
The anime promises to capture the manga’s blend of humor, drama, and self-aware storytelling, offering viewers a fresh perspective on the isekai genre. With its confirmed premiere date and a talented creative team, The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess is poised to be a standout addition to the Fall 2025 anime season.
Source: FURYU Pictures YouTube channel
