I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55 will release for English fast-scan readers next Saturday, May 16, 2026.
If you have been keeping up with this unique superhero action-comedy, you know the story centers on Da-in, a man who transmigrated into a dystopian comic. Determined to save his favorite character, Stardust, from her tragically written future, he intentionally became her greatest nemesis, “Egotistic.” His goal was to force her to grow stronger through staged acts of terrorism. However, his actions have completely backfired. Instead of hating him, Stardust (along with the general public) has begun to view him less as an enemy and more as a misunderstood savior.
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Why I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55 Matters
The English fast-scan teams (such as ThunderScans and Siren Scans) have been releasing chapters consistently every Saturday. The current arc focuses heavily on the fallout of Da-in’s increasingly complex “villain” operations.
What makes Chapter 55 so important? Because the manhwa is directly adapting a completed Korean web novel (which finished at 449 chapters), readers already know the trajectory of the plot. Chapter 55 corresponds to a critical arc in the novel titled “Interviews,” which marks a major shift in how the world perceives Egotistic.
I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55 Spoilers (Based on the Novel)
According to the original novel chapters, here is what you can expect from this highly anticipated release:
Public Perception Shifts
Spoilers indicate that Chapter 55 will heavily focus on the media’s reaction to Egotistic’s recent actions. While Da-in believes he is acting like a terrifying villain, the public is starting to piece together that his “attacks” always magically result in zero casualties and actually target deeply corrupt organizations. The chapter is expected to feature news broadcasts and “Interviews” that further solidify his unintentional role as an anti-hero.
Stardust’s Obsession
The core tension of the chapter revolves around Stardust herself. The gap between her duty as a hero and her growing, confused feelings for Egotistic is widening. Fans anticipate a scene where Stardust realizes that the villain she is supposed to defeat is actually the only person truly protecting her, pushing her closer to full-blown obsession.
I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55 Global Release Date & Times
The English fan-translations for I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55 will be available next Saturday, May 16, 2026. Here is the exact timing for the English drops across the globe:
| Region | Time Zone | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| 🇰🇷 Korea (Source) | KST (UTC+9) | Sat May 16, 10:00 PM |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | JST (UTC+9) | Sat May 16, 10:00 PM |
| 🇦🇺 Australia (Sydney) | AEST (UTC+10) | Sat May 16, 11:00 PM |
| 🇨🇳 China | CST (UTC+8) | Sat May 16, 9:00 PM |
| 🇵🇭 Philippines | PHT (UTC+8) | Sat May 16, 9:00 PM |
| 🇲🇾 Malaysia | MYT (UTC+8) | Sat May 16, 9:00 PM |
| 🇸🇬 Singapore | SGT (UTC+8) | Sat May 16, 9:00 PM |
| 🇮🇩 Indonesia | WIB (UTC+7) | Sat May 16, 8:00 PM |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | ICT (UTC+7) | Sat May 16, 8:00 PM |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | ICT (UTC+7) | Sat May 16, 8:00 PM |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | BST (UTC+6) | Sat May 16, 7:00 PM |
| 🇮🇳 India | IST (UTC+5:30) | Sat May 16, 6:30 PM |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | PKT (UTC+5) | Sat May 16, 6:00 PM |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Gulf | GST (UTC+4) | Sat May 16, 5:00 PM |
| 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia | AST (UTC+3) | Sat May 16, 4:00 PM |
| 🇹🇷 Turkey | TRT (UTC+3) | Sat May 16, 4:00 PM |
| 🇷🇺 Russia (Moscow) | MSK (UTC+3) | Sat May 16, 4:00 PM |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | EET (UTC+2) | Sat May 16, 3:00 PM |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | SAST (UTC+2) | Sat May 16, 3:00 PM |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | CEST (UTC+2) | Sat May 16, 3:00 PM |
| 🇫🇷 France | CEST (UTC+2) | Sat May 16, 3:00 PM |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | BST (UTC+1) | Sat May 16, 2:00 PM |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | BRT (UTC-3) | Sat May 16, 10:00 AM |
| 🇨🇦 Canada (Toronto) | EDT (UTC-4) | Sat May 16, 9:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 East Coast | EDT (UTC-4) | Sat May 16, 9:00 AM |
| 🇨🇴 Colombia | COT (UTC-5) | Sat May 16, 8:00 AM |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | CST (UTC-6) | Sat May 16, 7:00 AM |
| 🇺🇸 West Coast | PDT (UTC-7) | Sat May 16, 6:00 AM |
Where to Read I Became the Villain the Hero Is Obsessed with Chapter 55
If you want to read ahead, the English translation of the original web novel is actively being hosted on platforms like Light Novel World. The official Korean manhwa and novel raws are hosted on KakaoPage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the author?
The original web novel was written by Seo Eun-ha (Westway), and the manhwa adaptation is handled by Hamdeok-i and ContiMaker Studio.
Is this a harem manhwa?
Yes! While Stardust is the primary hero, Da-in eventually attracts a large, highly devoted harem of both heroes and villains.
Are there any other manhwa like this?
If you enjoy “misunderstood villain” tropes where the main character accidentally builds a cult following, you should check out Trash of the Count’s Family or The Novel’s Extra.
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