Kugane Maruyama

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  • Bibliography:
    46 Books (1 Series)
  • First Book:
    May 2016
  • Latest Book:
    February 2024
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Overlord

1 - Overlord, Vol. 1 (May-2016)

Book List in Order: 46 titles

  • Overlord, Vol. 1

    Overlord - 1

    For twelve years, the virtual world of Yggdrasil has served as the playground and battlefield for the skeletal lord Momonga and his guild of fellow monsters, Ainz Ooal Gown. But the guild's glory days are over, and the game is shutting down permanent...

  • Overlord, Vol. 1 (light novel): The Undead King

    For twelve years, the virtual world of Yggdrasil has served as the playground and battlefield for the skeletal lord Momonga and his guild of fellow monsters, Ainz Ooal Gown. But the guild's glory days are over, and the game is shutting down permanent...

  • Overlord, Vol. 2

    Ainz, the undead overlord, is in dire need of better information about the world he's found himself in, and to get it, he travels to the city of E-Rantel. Disguised as a mere adventurer, he accepts a mission to venture deep into an eerie forest, but ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 2 (light novel): The Dark Warrior

    It has been a week since Momonga logged in to his favorite RPG one last time and stranded himself there. Now he leads his guild as the Ainz Ooal Gown overlord. Finding himself in dire need of better information, he travels disguised as an adventurer ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 3 (manga)

    Posing as an adventurer in order to gather information about the world he's found himself in, Ainz ventures forth into the city, posing as an adventurer in order to gather information about the world he's found himself in. Finding work was easy enoug...

  • Overlord, Vol. 3

    Posing as an adventurer in order to gather information about the world he's found himself in, Ainz ventures forth into the city, posing as an adventurer in order to gather information about the world he's found himself in. Finding work was easy enoug...

  • Overlord, Vol. 3 (light novel): The Bloody Valkyrie

    Lord Ainz has made great progress moonlighting as the indomitable hero Momon, but what should be a moment of triumph is shattered—by news of rebellion. He vows to find out what has happened and to defend the honor of his guild and home—Ainz...

  • Overlord, Vol. 4

    One day, in a peaceful lizardman village, an ominous messenger visits with a warning from the Great Tomb of Nazarick: In eight days' time, they will be annihilated. Unwilling to stand by and wait, the fighter and traveler Zaryusu journeys to the othe...

  • Overlord, Vol. 4 (light novel): The Lizardman Heroes

    One day, in a peaceful lizardman village, an ominous messenger visits with a warning from the Great Tomb of Nazarick: In eight days' time, they will be annihilated. Unwilling to stand by and wait, the fighter and traveler Zaryusu journeys to the othe...



  • Overlord, Vol. 5

    Lord Ainz has made great progress moonlighting as the indomitable hero Momon, but what should be a moment of triumph is shattered--by news of rebellion. He vows to find out what has happened and to defend the honor of his guild and home--Ainz Ooal Go...

  • Overlord, Vol. 5 (light novel): The Men of the Kingdom Part I

    In the kingdom of Re-Estize, a sinister organization known as the Eight Fingers holds sway of the criminal underworld. Ainzs orders Sebas to infiltrate the capital to gather intel on this shadowy group sucking the marrow from the kingdom's bones. At ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 6

    The human realm of the kingdom is headed for its greatest disaster yet! After failing to prevent a daring raid on the Eight Fingers' appalling brothel, the Six Arms are dying for a chance to defend their reputation as the criminal underworld's strong...

  • Overlord, Vol. 6 (light novel): The Men of the Kingdom Part II

    The human realm of the kingdom is headed for its greatest disaster yet! After failing to prevent a daring raid on the Eight Fingers' appalling brothel, the Six Arms are dying for a chance to defend their reputation as the criminal underworld's strong...

  • Overlord, Vol. 7

    A group of "workers" whose better judgement has been clouded by hopes and expectations have descended into the unknown depths of a mysterious tomb. These trespassers include the small but elite team Foresight, the storied warriors of Heavy Masher...

  • Overlord, Vol. 7 (light novel): The Invaders of the Great Tomb

    A group of "workers" whose better judgement has been clouded by hopes and expectations have descended into the unknown depths of a mysterious tomb. These trespassers include the small but elite team Foresight, the storied warriors of Heavy Masher, th...

  • Overlord, Vol. 8

    After being saved from danger by Ainz, Enri and the apothecary Nfirea have been living life to the fullest as they spend their days together in Carne Village alongside their goblin-guard neighbors. But after the Wise King of the Forest left the regio...

  • Overlord, Vol. 8 (light novel): The Two Leaders

    After being saved from danger by Ainz, Enri and the apothecary Nfirea have been living life to the fullest as they spend their days together in Carne Village alongside their goblin-guard neighbors. But after the Wise King of the Forest left the regio...

  • Overlord, Vol. 9

    Every year, a conflict breaks out between the Kingdom and the Empire that usually ends as nothing more than a stalemate. But when the Empire's ruler, the Fresh Blood Emperor Jircniv, visits the Great Tomb of Nazarick, Ainz will enter the fray, turnin...

  • Overlord, Vol. 9 (light novel): The Caster of Destruction

    The annual war between the kingdom and the empire almost always ends in little more than a staring contest. This year, the Fresh Blood Emperor's visit to Nazarick will change everything. Ainz himself has joined the fray, which is a dark omen of the c...



  • Overlord, Vol. 10 (light novel): The Ruler of Conspiracy

    After a bloody turn of events, Ainz has established the Nation of Darkness, aiming to create a utopia where people of all races can enjoy everlasting prosperity-as long they kneel before him. His first goal is to expand the Adventurers Guild to nurtu...

  • Overlord, Vol. 10 (manga)

    Three paths converge when the warrior Unglaus and the rookie fighter Climb witness a scuffle involving an old gentleman who turns out to be none other than Sebas himself. While the first of the group searches for his reason to fight, the second aims ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 11 (manga)

    After undergoing an intense interrogation, Sebas is faced with a difficult decision -- maintain his loyalty to his master or stay by Tsuare’s side. Thankfully, a rare glimmer of Ainz’s benevolence grants Sebas the privilege of doing both! But wit...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 1

    The Great Tomb of Nazarick has never been busier, with a rib-tickling showdown underway and a Don’t Laugh Challenge featuring your favorite characters -- a cross-dressing Sebas, a lovestruck-succuvus-turned-actress Albedo, and your awkward guardian...

  • Overlord, Vol. 11 (light novel): The Dwarven Crafter

    The world is all yours.In search of lost rune technology, Ainz heads for the dwarf country with Aura and Shalltear in tow. On his arrival, instead of a welcoming party, he's greeted by an army of creatures known as the kuagoa, poised to lay waste to ...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 2

    Your favorite Nazarick goofballs are at it again with their hilarious hijinks! Between playing dress-up, looking for a partner for Ainz’s adorable fur ball Hamusuke, and prepping for the ending theme of the second season of the Overlord anime, ther...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 3

    Has Sebas created a new hit card game, or could baseball become the Nazarick pastime? Can combat maids successfully run a maid café? And just how distur-thoughtful-was Shalltear's creator, Peroroncino? Whatever answers lie ahead, the great Ainz will...

  • Overlord, Vol. 12 (light novel): The Paladin of the Sacred Kingdom Part I

    The Sacred Kingdom has enjoyed a great many years without war thanks to a colossal wall constructed after a historic tragedy. They understand best how fragile peace can be. When the terrible demon Jaldabaoth takes to the field at the head of a united...

  • Overlord, Vol. 12 (manga)

    The heinous demon lord Jaldabaoth has launched his attack on the Sacred Kingdom, bringing its people to their knees. In such dire times, they have little choice but to turn to the Nation of Darkness, even if its ruler is an undead, the mortal enemy o...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 4

    The cast of Overlord is busy making spirit horses in hopes of one day welcoming their own masters back home, and a competition for a chance to become Pandora’s Actor’s stepmom gets underway! Don’t fret -- Nazarick’s knee-slapping chaos is uns...



  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 5

    Can the floor guardians actually enjoy telling ghost stories about creatures far less frightening than themselves? Will the (completely hypothetical) live-action adaptation of Overlord ever match up to Albedo's exacting fangirl standards? Is Pandora'...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 6

    The events calendar of the Great Tomb of Nazarick is booked solid this volume: Be sure to RSVP to Shalltear’s misleadingly named “living” _funeral,_ _make an appointment to get some life advice from Neuronist_ahem,_ _Neuro-Mama and snag one of ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 13 (light novel): The Paladin of the Sacred Kingdom Part II

    An army forty thousand strong is clamoring at the gates for human blood, and there is little hope of reinforcements. The Sacred Kingdom’s stron­gest paladin, Remedios, leads the defense of the city, but even she cannot stem the tide on her own. De...

  • Overlord, Vol. 13 (manga)

    With Momon spearheading the charge, the Royal Army finally enters into a pitched battle with Jaldabaoth and his horde of demons-who will come out on top? And, more importantly, what is the true objective of Demiurge’s “Gehenna” plan...?!...

  • Overlord, Vol. 14

    A caravan flying the flag of the Nation of Darkness has been attacked by a noble who hails from the Re-Estize Kingdom. Coincidence...or conspiracy? Either way, Nazarick interprets this as an act of brazen hostility and readies for war! The people of ...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 7

    Between Shizu and Entoma, who’s more deserving of being the elder sister? Can Albedo metagame a way to ride her bicorn mount while still remaining pure? And can Cocytus do anything about the fact that he’s so dang hard to draw?! Overlord: The Und...

  • Overlord, Vol. 14 (light novel): The Witch of the Doomed Kingdom

    A caravan flying the flag of the Nation of Darkness has been attacked by a noble who hails from the Re-Estize Kingdom. Coincidence...or conspiracy? Either way, Nazarick interprets this as an act of brazen hostility and readies for war! The people of ...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 8

    Everything in Nazarick is turning upside down! Shalltear tries to become smart, Mare (might be) interested in changing species, and the Ainz Ooal Gown Yggdrasil guild takes a break from high fantasy to go on a...class trip sleepover? But even if thin...

  • Overlord, Vol. 15 (manga)

    Ainz has personally stepped in to deal with the remaining two of the Three Big Ones not yet under his control, but that doesn’t mean the danger for Carne Village has passed -- on the contrary, Nazarick’s plans for Nfirea call for an all-out assau...

  • Overlord, Vol. 16 (manga)

    The workers sneak into the inexplicable, treasure-filled tomb with hopes of earning fortunes beyond their wildest dreams...and the forces of Nazarick lie ready in wait for them. While there are any number of ways for unwary raiders to meet their end ...



  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 9

    This time around, we’re storing some food for thought in our barrel of laughs! Let’s learn about color theory and fashion from Head Maid For a Day Neuronist, find out why the Finnish game Mölkky is the ideal Nazarympic sport, and discover how to...

  • Overlord, Vol. 15 (light novel)

    War with the Nation of Darkness is inevitable -- or so the Theocracy’s leaders believe with every part of their beings. With such an obvious threat on their borders, there’s no time to waste on lesser concerns, so they decide to eliminate the elf...

  • Overlord, Vol. 17 (manga)

    Visited by emissaries from the Great Tomb of Nazarick, Emperor Jircniv of the Baharuth Empire is faced with an ultimatum from Ainz Ooal Gown. Confronted with the overwhelming might of this mysterious enemy, his country’s only chance for survival li...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 10

    Self-improvement is the name of the game in Nazarick -- with the exception of Ainz-sama, who couldn’t possibly be more perfect than heal ready is! With the floor guardians shaping up their acts to wind back the time on Demiurge’s doomsday clock, ...

  • Overlord, Vol. 16 (light novel)

    Who knew making friends could be this hard? Ainz and Mare have donned disguises and joined Aura in the dark elf village, where things aren’t exactly going according to plan.The villagers have no idea how they should interact with these extraordinar...

  • Overlord: The Undead King Oh!, Vol. 11

    The lovable goofs of Nazarick are running wild! Cocytus is dreaming, residents are trying to figure out how to become a proper old dude like Sebas…and the Supreme Beings are planning to hold an apology press conference with revelations galore?! The...

  • Overlord, Vol. 18 (manga)

    Now with the backing of the Baharuth Empire, Nazarick’s forces have proclaimed themselves the rightful owners of the city E-Rantel. The Re-Estize Kingdom won’t give up their territory so easily, however, and both sides prepare for a largescale wa...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Kugane Maruyama has published 46 books.

Kugane Maruyama does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Overlord, Vol. 18 (manga), was published in February 2024.

The first book by Kugane Maruyama, Overlord, Vol. 1, was published in May 2016.

Yes. Kugane Maruyama has 1 series.
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