The eagerly anticipated sci-fi mecha anime, I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire, was originally slated for its premiere in April 2025. To the delight of fans, the production studio made an unexpected announcement to release the first four episodes ahead of schedule, with the initial two episodes becoming available on March 25, 2025.
This enthralling series follows Liam, a man betrayed and laden with debt in his previous life. After his demise, he is reincarnated into an influential noble family and embarks on a quest to transform into a fearsome tyrant. However, his self-serving ambitions lead to unexpected prosperity and a devoted following among his subjects.
With engaging political intrigue, thrilling battles, and unintentional heroism, I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire provides a refreshing perspective on the archetype of the villainous protagonist.
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Episode 1: Liam Sera’s Quest for Revenge
The premiere episode, titled “Revenge,”opens with an explosive space battle featuring two factions engaged in a fierce skirmish with cutting-edge mecha battleships. As one faction gains the upper hand, the losing side deploys its secret weapon: a formidable mobile knight known as Black Titan.
Recognizing the imminent threat, the enemy commander commands a concentrated assault on Black Titan. In response, the mobile knight showcases its superior capabilities, decimating the opposing fleet in mere seconds.
Once the chaos subsides, the pilot of Black Titan is revealed to be none other than Liam Sera, the series’ protagonist. With an air of arrogance, he ridicules the defeated enemies, confidently asserting their weakness and promising a stronger performance next time.
Amagi, one of Liam’s trusted aides, reaches out to him to commend their successful operation. Liam acknowledges her efforts, expressing his appreciation for Amagi’s strategic insights that were pivotal in achieving their objectives. He indicates that he is now poised to observe the fallout of their actions.
Following Liam’s command, Amagi instructs the fleet to advance at combat speed level three, prepared to engage the enemy as soon as they are within range. Concurrently, Christiana, an experienced pilot, readies herself for battle, seeking tactical advice from Amagi. Utilizing her analytical prowess, Amagi quickly devises a cross-dimensional shortcut for Christiana, facilitating her swift arrival on the battlefield.
In a show of coordination and expertise, Christiana successfully navigates the detour and joins Liam, who is leading the charge. Amagi directs the fleet to unleash their cannons at the enemy battleships, resulting in an eruption of chaos and pyrotechnics across the battlefield.
Amidst the pandemonium, Liam receives an enthusiastic call from Carlin Nias, who excitedly inquires about the capabilities of the Seventh Factory’s battleship. Liam, however, dismissively reprimands her for the interruption, reminding her that they are currently engaged in combat.
As reinforcements arrive, more mobile knights flood the fray, ensuring the enemy’s destruction as Liam observes his forces overpowering the opposition with ease. Brimming with confidence, he declares that his adversaries should bow before him, proclaiming himself as Evil Lord Liam, with this conflict marking the beginning of his quest for revenge.
This pivotal moment transitions into a poignant flashback of Liam’s previous existence. In his former life, he toiled as a corporate employee, enduring a tumultuous work environment characterized by a tyrannical boss and ungrateful colleagues. Despite these challenges, the love of his family provided solace.
Liam was married to Mika, and they had a daughter named Kanami. When Mika mentions Kanami’s wish for a dog, Liam laments their financial constraints. Despite his hopes of enduring hardship for future happiness, his life began to spiral downward.
One fateful day, he encounters Mika at a café with another man. Having been told she was taking Kanami to her sports activities, Liam’s suspicions grow when he later confronts Mika. She fabricates a story, claiming everything went smoothly.
Days later, he passes the café again, and this time, he is further devastated to see Mika with the same man and Kanami, who affectionately refers to him as “Papa.”His world shatters into pieces.
While grappling with this betrayal, Liam receives a heart-wrenching phone call from Mika, revealing that Kanami has suffered an accident. Rushing to the hospital, he learns a life-altering truth: he is not Kanami’s biological father.
In a later encounter with Mika, she coldly divulges that their marriage has been woeful, blaming Liam for neglect over the past decade. Without remorse, she leaves with Kanami, effectively severing their family ties.
As if his situation couldn’t deteriorate further, Liam is soon falsely accused of embezzling company funds. His boss dismisses him, providing Mika the leverage needed to finalize their divorce while gaining sole custody of Kanami. Faced with insurmountable debt, he reluctantly agrees to a settlement and is forced into labor to make ends meet.
Over time, his health declines, leading to bouts of coughing blood, yet he lacks the means for treatment. Isolated and defeated, he experiences a bizarre dream revealing the truth—Mika’s lover is his former boss, the very individual who wronged him.
Struggling to comprehend his misfortunes, a mysterious stranger appears, validating Liam’s feelings of betrayal while expressing interest in his future. This enigmatic figure declares that those who have wronged Liam should face justice.
Heeding this call, Liam scoffs at the concept of goodness, vowing that if granted a second chance, he will not hesitate to choose the path of evil.
The Closing Moments: Liam’s Rebirth into a New World
In a pivotal twist, the stranger offers Liam a chance at reincarnation, presenting him with options across various worlds. With resolve, Liam selects a realm rich in advanced technology and magic, governed by a hierarchy of nobles. The stranger assures him he will be reborn into a powerful family, specifically a count who rules his own planet.
This marks a defining moment for Liam: he pledges to forsake kindness. No longer will he sacrifice his well-being for the happiness of others, regardless of the consequences. This powerful declaration sets the tone for his transformation and the unfolding saga of revenge.