Overlord

8.5
201524m

In the year 2138, virtual reality gaming is booming. Yggdrasil, a popular online game is quietly shut down one day. However, one player named Momonga decides to not log out. Momonga is then transformed into the image of a skeleton as "the most powerful wizard." The world continues to change, with non-player characters (NPCs) beginning to feel emotion. Having no parents, friends, or place in society, this ordinary young man Momonga then strives to take over the new world the game has become.

Production

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Trailers & Videos

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Overlord - Trailer (English Dubbed)

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Opening | Clattanoia - OxT [Subtitled]

Seasons

13 Episodes • Premiered 2015

The final hour of the popular virtual reality game Yggdrasil has come. However, Momonga, a powerful wizard and master of the dark guild Ainz Ooal Gown, decides to spend his last few moments in the game as the servers begin to shut down. To his surprise, despite the clock having struck midnight, Momonga is still fully conscious as his character and, moreover, the non-player characters appear to have developed personalities of their own! Confronted with this abnormal situation, Momonga commands his loyal servants to help him investigate and take control of this new world, with the hopes of figuring out what has caused this development and if there may be others in the same predicament.

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1. End and Beginning

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Momonga is a regular salaryman who leads a guild in an DMMO-RPG known as Yggdrasil. After twelve years of playing the game, the servers are finally shutting down. Momonga logs in for the last time, seeing the game to its end. However, after the clock strikes midnight, nothing changes.

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2. Floor Guardians

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Grateful that they weren’t cast aside, the floor guardians experience the rule of their true master for the first time. Momonga quickly assess the situation and works toward protecting the tomb from invaders while contemplating what he must do.

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3. The Battle of Carne Village

7.8

Momonga continues his efforts to protect Nazarick from the unknown forces he may be up against in this world. As he manipulates the Mirror of Remote Viewing, he notices a village being attacked and decides to test his strength against humans.

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4. Ruler of Death

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Momonga finds that the attackers of Carne Village were Slane Theocracy soldiers dressed as people from the Baharuth Empire. As the attack to lure and eliminate Gazef Stronoff continues, Momonga takes this chance to continue his tests…

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5. Two Adventurers

7.6

Momonga sets out with Narberal disguised as humans under the names of Momon and Nabe for the city of E-Rantel. There they register to become adventurers in order to gain more information about this unknown world. As they do, evil gathers around them.

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6. Journey

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While Momonga has some doubts, he accepts Nphirea Balear’s request under the condition that the members of the Swords of Darkness join them. Though her urge to kill keeps distracting her, Clementine continues to slowly find her way to Nphirea.

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7. Wise King of Forest

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Momonga and his group continue to Carne Village. There they see that the villagers are working toward fortifying their defenses against possible future enemies. Nphirea meets up with Enri and asks her about this man named Ains Ooal Gown.

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8. Twin Swords of Slashing Death

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After Momonga registers Hamusuke with the guild, he goes to Nphirea’s home to find that his client has been kidnapped. The zombified remains of the Swords of Darkness litter the storage room. And there, Momonga finds the tortured body of Ninya.

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9. The Dark Warrior

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Momonga and Narberal begin their respective battles against Clementine and Khajit. Momonga takes this chance to learn about the mechanics of fighting in this world, but in the end, he must show Clementine the consequences of offending him.

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10. True Vampire

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Momonga finds out that Shalltear has revolted against him, due to something that had happened while she was on her mission with Sebas and Solution. The story rewinds a bit and goes over that very event. What could possibly change her loyalty to him?

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11. Confusion and Understanding

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Momonga does damage control at the guild while he assesses the reason for Shalltear’s revolt. Coming to the conclusion that she is under an incurable status effect, Momonga goes to the treasury to retrieve some of the powerful weapons of Nazarick.

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12. The Bloody Valkyrie

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Though Shalltear’s skill set puts Momonga at a complete disadvantage, he steps forward into battle. He gave various world items to his guardians to ensure the safety of Nazarick in his absence. Now, all that is left is a battle of life and death!

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13. Player VS Non Player Character

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Momonga reminds Shalltear that he is the master of Nazarick and that his name carries the weight of all the supreme beings of Ains Ooal Gown. After the battle comes to a close, Momonga quickly takes action to strengthen the defenses of Nazarick.

Cast

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Satoshi Hino

Momonga / Ains Ooal Gown (voice)

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Yumi Hara

Albedo (voice)

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Sumire Uesaka

Shalltear Bloodfallen (voice)

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Manami Numakura

Narberal Gamma (voice)

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Akeno Watanabe

Virtuous King of the Forest (voice)

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Aoi Yuuki

Clementine (voice)

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Ayumu Murase

Nfirea Bareare (voice)

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Emiri Kato

Aura Bella Fiora (voice)

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Yumi Uchiyama

Mare Bello Fiore (voice)

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Masayuki Katou

Demiurge (voice)

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Kenta Miyake

Cocytus (voice)

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Hiromi Igarashi

Yuri Alpha (voice)

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Mikako Komatsu

Lupusregina Beta (voice)

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Asami Seto

CZ2128 Delta (voice)

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Ayane Sakura

Solution Epsilon (voice)

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Kei Shindo

Entoma Vasilissa Zeta (voice)

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Reviews

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iam.biplob

10/10

"Overlord" is an outstanding Isekai anime that has captured my heart from the very first episode. Having watched all the episodes, I can confidently say that this series is a 10 out of 10 for me, and I eagerly await the arrival of season 5.

The story of "Overlord" revolves around Momonga, a powerful player who gets trapped in the virtual reality game Yggdrasil after its servers shut down. Taking on the persona of his in-game character, the powerful and enigmatic overlord Ainz Ooal Gown, he sets out to uncover the mysteries of this new reality and establish his dominance.

One of the standout features of "Overlord" is its complex and engaging storyline. The plot is rich with intrigue, strategic battles, and a well-developed world that keeps you hooked. Each episode builds upon the last, maintaining a perfect balance of action, suspense, and character development.

Speaking of characters, "Overlord" boasts an impressive and diverse cast, each with unique abilities and personalities. However, one character that stands out for me is Albedo. Her loyalty and devotion to Ainz, coupled with her fierce and captivating personality, make her a truly memorable character. Albedo's interactions with Ainz are some of the highlights of the series, adding depth and emotional weight to the story.

The animation quality in "Overlord" is top-notch, with fluid action sequences and detailed character designs that bring the world of Yggdrasil to life. The voice acting is also exceptional, with each actor perfectly embodying their character, enhancing the overall experience.

In conclusion, "Overlord" is a must-watch for any anime fan, especially those who enjoy Isekai stories. With its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and high-quality animation, it stands out as one of the best in its genre. I can't wait for season 5 to see where the story takes us next and to enjoy more of Albedo's captivating presence. This anime is a true masterpiece, and I highly recommend it to everyone.

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