The Overlord light novel series, written by Kugane Maruyama and illustrated by Satoshi Oshio, was first published in 2010 by Enterbrain. The series follows the story of Momonga, a player of the popular virtual reality game “Yggdrasil,” which has been shut down by its developers. However, Momonga finds himself trapped in the game, now a reality, and must navigate this new world as his in-game avatar, Ainz Ooal Gown.
As Ainz, Momonga sets out to build a new life in this fantasy world, leveraging his vast knowledge of the game and his incredible powers to establish himself as a formidable force. With his loyal companions, including the powerful mage Albedo and the stoic warrior Shalltear, Ainz sets his sights on building a dark empire, with him as the supreme ruler. Overlord -Manga and Light Novels-
Overlord has had a significant impact on the world of Japanese pop culture, inspiring numerous adaptations and spin-offs. The light novel series has been translated into several languages, while the manga has been published in various countries, including the United States, China, and South Korea. The Overlord light novel series, written by Kugane