Though I Am an Inept Villainess is marking Good Oshi Day 2026 in style. The anime released a new visual bringing back idol outfits for the occasion, per Crunchyroll News — a playful nod to fans as the series gears up for its return.

The bigger takeaway for viewers: the show's second cour premieres in January 2027, putting the continuation just a couple of months out.

The series — adapted from the light novels about court intrigue, body-swapping, and an unlikely villainess — built a devoted audience during its first cour, and the new artwork suggests the production is keeping that momentum warm through the break.

Idol-outfit celebration visuals have become a staple of anime fan-service marketing around Japan's oshi-themed calendar dates, and this one lands right on schedule. Expect additional promotion — key visuals, trailers, and cast announcements — to roll out as the January window approaches.