What is death is the only ending for the villainess?

Death is the Only Ending for the Villainess (Korean: 악녀는 반드시 죽어야 한다) is a popular Korean web novel written by Gwongyeoeul. The novel follows the story of Katarina Claes, a young noblewoman who ends up reincarnating as the villainess in the world of her favorite otome game. In the game, Katarina's fate is to either die or be exiled as punishment for her actions.

Determined to avoid her tragic fate, Katarina decides to change the course of her life to avoid antagonizing the game's protagonist, the male lead, and the other love interests. However, things are not as easy as she thought, and Katarina ends up inadvertently attracting the attention and affection of all the game's love interests.

As Katarina navigates her new life, she must deal with various challenges, including the mysterious game-related events that are happening around her. Along the way, she learns more about herself and her connections to the game's world and characters.

Death is the Only Ending for the Villainess has been well-received, both in its original Korean web novel format and its subsequent manga and anime adaptations. The story's unique twist on the isekai genre and its engaging characters have made it a fan favorite.