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Raise your heads.

I welcome you to the movie Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom.

I sincerely thank you all for coming.

First, I must warn you,

the Sacred Kingdom arc

being screened this time might be intense for some of you.

But fear not,

as long as you follow the precautions I’m about to explain,

you’ll be able to stay safe.

I swear this on the name of Ainz Ooal Gown!

- Ah! - You’re so cool, Lord Ainz!

Wonderful! Truly wonderful!

Is this atmosphere okay?

W-Well, then…

I’ll start reading now.

No cell phones during the screening.

Turn them off or set them to silent mode!

If you don’t comply, I’ll switch your life functions to OFF.

No chatting or disruptive behavior.

Even if you see shocking scenes, don’t scream!

I might just grant you eternal silence.

No firearms or dangerous items allowed inside the theater.

Those who know the difference in levels

wouldn’t dare commit such foolish acts, right?

It goes without saying,

but don’t kick the seats in front or cause any nuisance.

If you do, it’s off to the ranch.

The ranch? What’s that?

No filming or recording during the screening, obviously.

That’s a given.

A movie is something you feel with your eyes, heart, and entire body.

With all your body and soul,

etch the legend of Lord Ainz into your eyes!

Lastly,

if everyone enjoys this movie,

I’ll be delighted.

Year 2138. In the past, the wildly popular

DMMO-RPG ‘Yggdrasil’

was nearing its service shutdown.

One of its players, Suzuki Satoru,

logged in as his avatar ‘Momonga’

and waited quietly in the deserted stronghold

‘Great Tomb of Nazarick’ for the end.

But even after time passed, he wasn’t logged out,

and still in his skeletal form,

he realized the outside world had changed.

Along with NPCs who had gained sentience,

for the sake of old comrades who might still be out there,

he took the guild name ‘Ainz Ooal Gown’

as his own,

and founded a nation.

That nation’s name is ‘Ainz Ooal Gown Sorcerer Kingdom.’

Roble Sacred Kingdom

A land split north and south by a sea cutting deep into the continent,

located southwest of the Re-Estize Kingdom.

The border region with the Slane Theocracy to the east

is the Averion Hills,

where a long, massive wall spans the peninsula

to block invasions from the Ain tribes living there.

‘Roble Sacred Kingdom’ Central stronghold of the fortress line

Orlando! It’s almost time to switch shifts.

What’s the report?

Pardon me, Captain Pavel Baraha.

No issues today, as usual.

If I had eyes like yours, capable of piercing the darkness,

I’d volunteer for night watch too.

These eyes were forged through training.

If you want, you can train yours too.

Even training takes talent.

Like that daughter you’re so proud of.

Yeah, she’s an exceptional girl.

But why she wants to become a paladin, I don’t get.

I understand her admiration for her paladin mother,

but that kid has no talent with a sword.

She’s got a knack for the bow, though.

If anything, I wish she’d look up to her father instead.

To begin with, she’s the type to cry over a caterpillar…

Captain!

No mistake—it’s an Ain!

A Snakeman.

So, Captain, how many are there?

Captain?

Their numbers are growing.

This might be…

Trouble!

Amart!

Ogre!

Is that a Keivn?!

A grand invasion?

We might need a national mobilization order.

Captain, I can’t see well, but

can you spot their leader?

No, I don’t see anything like a leader yet.

All of you, get ready to shoot at any moment!

Yes, sir!

Shouldn’t you head back to your unit soon?

I’ll do that, Captain.

Stay safe!

You too.

Neia!

Should we shoot?

They’re still too far.

But start moving to secure a line of sight

and await my command!

Halt right there!

From here on is Sacred Kingdom territory!

This isn’t a place for you Ain scum!

Withdraw at once!

Greetings, people of the Sacred Kingdom.

My name is ‘Jaldabaoth.’

The archdemon, Jaldabaoth!

I’m honored that someone here knows me.

Indeed!

I once held a banquet of applause in the Re-Estize Kingdom!

But the title…

When you address me,

wouldn’t you rather call me Demon King Jaldabaoth?

Demon King Jaldabaoth!

I’ve come to turn this land into a hell.

A place echoing endlessly with screams, curses, and wails!

That’s the kind of delightful land I want to create.

You think we’ll let you do that?!

This wall is the Sacred Kingdom’s first and final line of defense!

Behind us lies the safety of our people.

We won’t let you trample it!

Then let’s begin.

I’ll offer a gift from my side as well.

Tenth-tier magic:

Meteor Fall!

Stab your own throat with that sword!

You’re late to assemble.

Now, commence the attack!

Demons!

Support the Ain.

And let the humans escape to some extent.

Killing every last one in the fortress

would be a foolish mistake.

So far, everything’s gone smoothly according to plan,

but surely that person will show me

the best outcome I couldn’t even imagine.

I’ll learn from them, aiming to better myself,

and pledge even greater loyalty!

Ah, what a splendid thing this is!

Theatrical Film Overlord The Sacred Kingdom

Northern fortress city Kalinsha

Commander Remedios!

One more turn right from this main street,

and we’ll reach the plaza where Jaldabaoth awaits!

Got it.

Then cast some long-lasting defensive magic here.

Yes, ma’am!

Let’s move!

Are you Jaldabaoth?!

Fall back! This demon is strong!

What a bull-headed woman.

Did someone wave a red flag at her?

So you’re the Demon King Jaldabaoth.

That’s right.

And you’re the current Sacred Queen?

Yes, I am.

Lady Calca, there’s no need to exchange names with the likes of him!

Now that we know he’s Jaldabaoth, let’s just kill him and be done—

Remedios, quiet down!

Sis, Lady Calca is trying to gather information!

Hold it together!

So, what’s your goal?

Why show yourself before us without an army?

The adamantite-rank adventurer, Momon of Darkness!

That mighty warrior

caused my plans in the Kingdom to fail.

If there’s a champion here strong enough to face me,

I figured they’d be by the side of this land’s most noble figure.

I came ahead to scout things out,

but it seems I worried for nothing.

Maids?

The leader of the famed strongest paladin order in history

is only at this level?!

You bastard!

I’ll take your head right now!

Sis, that demon’s just taunting you!

Is that all you wanted to know, Holy Princess?

Yes.

Remedios,

you are the sword that protects this nation and its weak citizens.

In the name of the Sacred Queen, I command you!

Not one more citizen must be harmed!

Angelic Host, forward!

Flow Acceleration!

Sacred Strike!

Impressive!

Magic Resistance Breach: Holy Ray!

Double Magic Resistance Breach: Holy Ray!

Use your head and make those angels fight smarter!

I agree.

Too many bugs can get annoying.

- Oh no! - Sis!

Not yet! Don’t get close—destroy it building and all!

Fireball!

This is quite a predicament.

Guess it’s time for me to get serious too.

Priests, send the angels charging in!

Lady Calca, Kelart! Fall back!

Both of you, run!

With our strength right now, we can’t stop this thing!

If just the two of them survive, the Sacred Kingdom might…

Greater Teleportation

Move!

Lady Calca!

No sign of any monsters.

Staying put here seems safest for now,

but if Father were here…

Neia Baraha!

Oh, yes!

What in the world is happening?

What’s with this fog?

I’m sorry, but I don’t know either.

But given the surrounding terrain,

such thick fog feels unnatural.

We should stop for a bit and assess the situation…

Useless fool!

Commander Custodio,

Squire Baraha is doing her best.

The only reason we escaped the Ain and made it this far

is thanks to Baraha’s efforts.

Gustavo,

while we’re sitting here doing nothing,

our people are suffering at the hands of the Ain

and losing their lives!

That’s…

No way!

Unbelievable!

What kind of absurdity is this…

Incredible.

So this is the Ainz Ooal Gown Sorcerer Kingdom!

Truly repulsive.

Vile undead scum!

Commander, we came to this nation to seek help.

The hero who fought Jaldabaoth as an equal,

Momon of Darkness—if we can’t borrow his strength,

the Sacred Kingdom has no future.

Shut it, Gustavo.

If it’s to save the Sacred Kingdom, I’ll endure any humiliation.

I’ll even bow to an undead, so don’t worry.

We are knights serving the Sacred Queen!

Everyone, stand tall and raise the flag!

Welcome to the Ainz Ooal Gown Sorcerer Kingdom.

I am Lyuraryus Spenia Ai Indalun,

of the Naga race.

Our great king heard of your urgent plight

and wishes to meet you at once.

But first,

I’ll explain the precautions for staying in this city.

A dragon?

No way, does the Sorcerer King command dragons too?

Indeed.

Beyond that, all sorts of races roam the streets of our Sorcerer Kingdom.

Undead too.

The security seems decent, at least.

Welcome, people of the Sacred Kingdom.

Here in the Ainz Ooal Gown Sorcerer Kingdom,

I, Albedo, oversee the Floor Guardians and Area Guardians.

My name is Albedo.

Th-Thank you for such a warm welcome.

I’m Remedios Custodio, leader of the Sacred Kingdom delegation.

We’re truly grateful for you taking the time to meet us.

No need for thanks.

His Majesty, the great Sorcerer King,

is deeply concerned about the situation in the Sacred Kingdom.

He said it’s only natural to make time for you.

For all of you,

making time is a matter of course.

Th-Thank you.

His Majesty will enter now.

Everyone, bow your heads.

His Majesty, Ainz Ooal Gown, Sorcerer King, enters.

Raise your heads.

It must have been a long journey from the Sacred Kingdom to here.

Sir Custodio, and the paladin entourage,

this is the Sorcerer King,

Ainz Ooal Gown!

Squire Baraha!

How dare you act so recklessly!

Commander Custodio, hold on a moment.

It’s true Squire Baraha spoke out of turn,

but as a result, she moved Momon’s dispatch up by two years.

Isn’t that something worth praising?

What are you saying?!

One wrong move, and everything could’ve fallen apart.

Praising such reckless behavior doesn’t even make sense!

I’m sorry.

Are you really reflecting on this?

If things had gotten worse, how were you planning to take responsibility?!

If it came to that, I thought the Commander could take my life

and apologize to the Sorcerer King on my behalf.

You think your measly life would be enough to atone?!

You little—!

Commander, that’s enough.

Truth is, a three-year delay was too long.

Neia Baraha,

your resolve was admirable.

Even if the Commander speaks like that, deep down, she recognizes your contribution.

Anyway, I’ll try negotiating with His Majesty again.

The Commander seems impatient,

but normally, these things take multiple meetings to hammer out terms.

Your outburst was overstepping,

but it came from a heart wanting to help the Sacred Kingdom.

The Commander isn’t blind to that fact either.

But right now, she’s shouldering the heavy burden of our nation’s fate.

You didn’t take part in the Kalinsha battle, did you?

The one where Lady Calca faced off against Jaldabaoth.

No.

Here’s how we’re explaining it to other nations:

The northern Sacred Kingdom was occupied by the Ain coalition,

but the south remains safe.

Lady Calca and the soldiers are in high spirits, we say.

Is that not true?

No matter what, we need to borrow Momon’s strength.

Greater Teleportation

Move!

Lady Calca!

Hmm, a fine weapon.

Stop it.

Stop it.

Stop!

Stop it!

What in the world…

That’s one heavy sigh.

Squire Neia Baraha here. Please open the door.

Excuse me.

His Majesty the Sorcerer King has arrived. He says he has something to discuss.

What are you doing, Squire Baraha?!

That’s enough.

If you’re going to blame someone,

blame me.

Sorry for coming so suddenly.

This isn’t something I could say in an official setting.

There’s a reason I can’t send Momon to the Sacred Kingdom.

The Sorcerer Kingdom is still newly established,

and I’m an undead—

a being humans fear.

For them to live with peace of mind,

the presence of Momon, an adventurer who’s built a reputation here, is essential.

But if you grant me one request,

I could send someone on par with Momon instead.

Really?

What exactly is this request?

Maids!

I want the maids.

The maids…

You mean those demon maids Jaldabaoth commanded?

Yes.

How much do you all know about magic?

Nothing at all.

I-I see.

Jaldabaoth

seems to have bound those maids with some kind of contract magic.

If we defeat him and obtain that spell,

I could make those maids powerful vassals of my kingdom.

That’s my plan.

Understood. We’ll hand over the demon maids.

But who is this person on par with Momon?

Me.

You didn’t realize I’d go myself after all this talk?

Don’t worry, I’m stronger than Momon.

Then there’s no issue.

Commander!

For the record, I’ll go alone.

I can teleport back and forth to any place I’ve been.

Th-That’s…

Did you want me to bring an army? An undead legion…

No need.

All we need is the power to defeat Jaldabaoth.

We’ll handle the rest ourselves.

- When do we leave? - Tomorrow morning, if you’d like.

Got it.

W-Wait a sec, what’s going on…

What are you thinking?!

Bringing in a nation’s king

to fight Jaldabaoth?!

Bringing an undead army

would defile the Sacred Kingdom!

Calling a king out alone is an even bigger problem.

What if he gets injured?

Demons and undead—

whichever falls, we lose nothing.

Right?

Both are enemies of humanity.

So if they both die together, that’d be the best outcome.

Commander,

can you call that justice?

Yes, it’s to save the weak and helpless.

Squire Neia Baraha!

Y-Yes!

You’ll assist the Sorcerer King.

Huh?

Stick by his side and guide him to help us.

But never leak any of our information.

Flatter him and keep him in a good mood, got it?

Huh?

A nation’s king…

To think I’d become a squire to an undead…

Should I say something?

But if I anger him, I’m as good as dead.

Is there something funny on my face?

N-No! Forgive me, Your Majesty!

Riding in a carriage with an undead might feel unpleasant, I suppose.

Not at all!

And my sharp eyes? Well, I got those from my parents.

I-I see?

Hmm, it’d be nice to have something to talk about.

Say, what did you think of visiting the Sorcerer Kingdom?

It’s probably a small country compared to the Sacred Kingdom, though.

It seemed lively and pleasant.

I’d never seen so many different races living together before.

I see, good.

And those huge, magnificent statues—I’d never seen anything like them either.

That’s…

My subordinates insisted they were essential.

Plus, it looks like they’re planning to put up more statues all over the place.

I see.

They’re singing Your Majesty’s greatness far and wide, aren’t they?

Hmm, yeah, you seem to take it positively.

But to me, doesn’t it feel a bit too simplistic?

Why’s that?

Well, it’s because…

A king’s greatness isn’t something you show off with material things.

I want to be known as a ruler who protects my people’s prosperity and peace.

That’s what I desire.

Truly wise words.

By the way, how long will it take to reach the Sacred Kingdom by carriage?

About ten days, Your Majesty.

Is that so?

If it’s alright, I’d like to hear your story, Baraha.

Like, for example, why you want to become a paladin.

Yes, if a story like that’s okay, I’d be glad to share it.

Your Majesty, I’m terribly sorry.

This place is hardly worthy of hosting Your Majesty, but…

Shall we discuss what’s ahead in the inner meeting room?

Sure.

First, I’d like to set a clear plan for what’s to come.

But before that, if you’re going to work with me, tell me honestly about your country’s situation.

From what I saw of the liberation army, it looks like you’re in quite a tough spot.

Geographically and politically,

it’s well-known that the Sacred Kingdom is split into north and south.

I assume there’s no support from the south, right?

And the Sacred Queen, who’s not here, is probably…

I didn’t expect you’d guessed that much…

Commander!

The Sacred Queen is missing.

In the battle with Jaldabaoth,

she vanished along with Kelart, the priest order’s leader and my sister.

We don’t know if they’re alive or dead.

But the Sacred Queen and Kelart

can use high-level priest magic.

They might’ve been captured, but I’m sure they’re safe.

For now, we aim to find them while liberating occupied cities,

to rescue our captured people and reclaim supplies.

We’ve got intel that in a nearby small city called Loits,

some royalty might be held captive.

If it’s true, we want to save them no matter what.

With the power of a mighty magic caster like Your Majesty,

it’d be more reassuring than an army of ten thousand—no, a hundred thousand!

Victory would be certain, wouldn’t it?

I can’t meet those expectations, I’m afraid.

What do you mean?

I’m here only to fight Jaldabaoth.

To take on such a powerful enemy, I need to conserve my magic as much as possible.

That’s…

Above all, this is the Sacred Kingdom’s battle.

I’ve no intention of interfering in your talks or your war.

Unless you’d hand me control of this war.

Could you all serve under my command?

If so, I’d negotiate with the southern nobles

and save this nation by the best means possible.

The only one above us is the Sacred Queen.

Sorry, but we can’t fall under another nation’s command.

It’s you, Baraha.

For an apprentice knight and attendant, you move awfully quietly.

My apologies.

Thanks to my father, who was a ranger, I’ve gotten used to moving silently.

You said your father was an archer, right?

Do you use a bow too, Baraha?

I can handle one to some degree.

But since paladins fight with swords, it’s pretty useless.

That’s a pity.

A paladin and a bow—

that rare combo could lead to a unique class.

It’s really rare.

Th-Thank you!

Then…

I’ll lend you this.

I might end up troubling you in all sorts of ways going forward,

so I’m counting on you.

P-Please don’t, Your Majesty!

You shouldn’t bow to a commoner like me!

Why not?

No matter your status,

since I owe you, it’s only natural.

Your Majesty…

It’s the ‘Ultimate Shooting Star Super.’

Ultimate Shooting Star Super.

It sounds like something from a myth!

That’s not entirely off the mark.

It’s made with an ancient technique called runes.

Protect me with this.

Your Majesty…

Though I’m unworthy,

until the day Your Majesty fulfills your purpose,

I swear to serve you faithfully with all my heart.

Let’s go!

Small City, Loits

They’re brave.

Yes, charging straight in with honor—that’s a paladin’s fight.

But…

Let’s fight to save this land from Jaldabaoth’s grasp!

- Justice! - Justice!

Oh, by the way,

you’re not joining the battle, Baraha?

You could make a difference with that rune-crafted bow.

No, I’m Your Majesty’s squire.

Uh, hmm…

So, the paladins didn’t say anything about that bow?

Like wanting to borrow it themselves,

or asking if there’s a rune-crafted sword too?

Absolutely not!

They were curious, sure,

but if anyone made such a brazen request, I’d shut it down instantly!

Hmm, is that so?

Fall back!

Everyone, retreat!

This is trouble.

“Back off, or I’ll kill this human!”

Coward! Everyone, fall back!

“Drop your weapons quietly!”

“Surrender, and we’ll spare your lives!”

Commander Custodio!

This puts us in a bind.

If we let them know hostages work, they’ll exploit it.

I know that too!

Commander, calm down—the enemy’s over there.

Shut up! Where’s your sense of justice?

What did we pledge our swords to?!

Isn’t it the Sacred Queen?!

She pities the people more than anyone,

a noble soul who doesn’t want a single person to die—

that wish!

That justice!

Are you saying it’s wrong?!

But then what’s the point of sneaking in for a surprise attack?

Quiet!

That’s not the Sacred Queen’s way of fighting!

There’s got to be—

a way where no one dies or has to grieve…

I doubt that exists.

Then shut it! I’ll negotiate with that Ain.

That’s impossible.

What did you just say?

I said it’s impossible.

As His Majesty said,

right now, we need to sacrifice one to save the many.

That’s not justice!

Justice?

Then what should we…

I’m with Baraha.

Shut up!

What we need now is a game-changer,

not you venting your anger, don’t you think?

Fine, I’ll shift the tide myself.

Are you sure?

Ending it without sacrifice is impossible,

but it’s better than what you’d do.

So, will you leave those Bafolk to me?

Will there be casualties?

Sadly, yes, Commander Custodio.

“Humans, this is your last warning! Surrender or die—”

Widen Magic: Fireball!

Your Majesty!

My elite undead,

go and await my orders.

Your Majesty…

Baraha,

I’ll follow you.

Then put this item around your neck.

Thank you.

I’m about to release an aura that spreads fear.

Tell the paladins behind us to prepare countermeasures.

Priests have ‘Lion’s Heart,’

and paladins have ‘Under the Divine Flag,’ don’t they?

You know them well!

Baraha,

did you think I’d save that boy

with some magic you couldn’t even imagine?

Yes.

I could’ve, of course.

But if they realize hostages work,

the captives will be used as human shields,

and paladins won’t fight properly, risking more losses.

That’s why we had to take lives

in a way that clearly shows hostages won’t sway us.

You’re right.

Your Majesty, I—

This is my job.

You Bafolk bastards!

I’m the king of the Sorcerer Kingdom, not this one.

If that one boy had been my nation’s subject,

I’d have saved him first.

Yes.

Your Majesty is just.

Huh? What’s that supposed to mean?

Sorry.

I mean, Your Majesty upholds justice, don’t you?

I don’t think I’m justice.

My goal is just for me and my kids to live happily.

That’s it, nothing more.

No!

I’m the one who killed that kid.

Monster!

You killed him?

It was to save your lives.

What?

Looks like you’ve got something to say.

Go on, spit it out.

Why didn’t you protect your own child?

I tried to!

But he was taken!

Then why are you still alive?

What?

I’m asking why you didn’t die protecting him.

A life’s worth isn’t the same for everyone.

The one who should’ve valued that boy’s life most

was you, his parent, right?

Don’t blame others for what you couldn’t protect.

You can say that because you’re strong.

Yeah.

I can say it because I’m strong.

And as long as you claim you’re weak,

it’s only natural you’ll lose things.

So being strong means you can do anything?

Yeah.

The strong can do whatever they want.

That’s how this world works!

I’ll forgive your outburst, considering you lost a child.

Take them away.

If I were weak, I’d be the one losing everything.

That’s why I chase after strength.

Your Majesty…

Looks like the enemy leader’s up ahead.

Will you come with me?

Y-Yes!

This is…

the result of ordering the undead I sent ahead to spread fear.

That’s…

Well now,

I wonder what item they used to suppress the fear.

My name is Buser.

Buser, the Ho King!

No way, the Ain King?

So what’s it gonna be?

Wanna die, or kneel?

I’ll let you pick whichever you want.

On a king’s name,

kneeling once is plenty.

Then I’ll play with you a little.

But, goat,

you’ve got all kinds of magic items equipped,

yet I don’t sense any magic from that thing around your waist.

It’s fashion, skeleton.

Got it, makes sense.

Let’s get started.

Create Greater Item.

Greater Item Identify.

Taking down the fearsome Ain King in an instant…

Your Majesty is incredible!

Is this it?

I can feel an aura of death and fear hanging around.

Orcs?

Why’s an undead here?

I’m here to free you.

Your Majesty, they’re Ain—

Jaldabaoth’s minions!

Baraha,

do you still think that after seeing them?

We’ve never attacked a human nation.

You?

I’m Diel of the Gan Zu tribe—Diel Gan Zu.

Alright, Diel,

will you tell me why you’re locked up here?

Not all the Ain in these hills accepted his rule.

Some had no choice but to obey.

Our orc tribe

rebelled against Jaldabaoth and got dragged here.

What was Jaldabaoth doing here?

What the hell is he up to?

Guess that was a bad question.

Not much of an apology,

but I’ll use my authority to set you free.

Where do you want to go?

Then we’d like to flee outside Jaldabaoth’s territory.

How about the land I rule—

No way!

You’re an Ain undead! We’re not fooled!

No, my territory’s not some scary place, you know?

It’s true!

He’s undead, but he’s kind to the living,

loves kids, and treats Ain as equals—a truly great—

Baraha, that’s enough.

But, Your Majesty!

Anyway, if you accept my rule,

I swear you’ll never face this kind of shame again.

I,

Ainz Ooal Gown, promise it on my name.

But if you still refuse, I won’t force you.

I’ll let you go wherever you want.

Why are you being so nice?

I’m set on taking down Jaldabaoth.

I want to use every trick I’ve got to chip away at his power.

If he rules by fear, some might turn traitor, right?

I see, so that’s your game.

Sorry, but could you step outside for a bit?

Oh, yes!

To His Majesty, humans and Ain are both equals worth protecting.

He’s really a kind person.

Sorry for the wait.

Your Majesty, there you are!

What’s up?

Good news!

We’ve found the Sacred Queen’s older sibling!

Caspond-sama,

this is the king of the Sorcerer Kingdom,

His Majesty Ainz Ooal Gown, who’s lending us his strength.

Greetings, Your Majesty.

Likewise, Your Highness.

Sorry you’re seeing me in such a state.

No, I’m just glad you’re safe.

Thanks to Your Majesty, we’re free from the demons.

The people and I sincerely thank Your Majesty for your mercy.

What’s His Majesty up to?

He’s resting in another room we prepared.

Then let’s talk about what’s next.

First, the Sacred Queen—

I heard my little sister Calca’s missing.

Was she captured by the Ain?

We told the Sorcerer King it might be that,

but she might’ve lost her life…

It’s not certain yet!

Even if that’s true,

if we recover her body, we can revive her.

If we find my sister Kelart alive somewhere,

she can resurrect Calca-sama!

I want to save my sister Calca too.

To do that, we should stay here

and take on Jaldabaoth’s army in a showdown.

That’s reckless!

Even with walls,

a siege would end us with food shortages.

Won’t we link up with the south?

We should send envoys.

But the southern nobles probably want my sister dead,

fighting over the next Sacred King’s seat.

We can’t ask those jerks for help right now.

Plus, the Sorcerer King—

once he beats Jaldabaoth and takes the maid demons,

he’s heading back to his country, right?

That’s a problem.

He’s gotta take out as many Ain as possible before he goes.

But we made a deal with His Majesty.

If he uses magic to kill Ain,

it’d cut down on innocent civilian deaths that much.

So, what’ll you pick?

A promise with an undead, or innocent lives?

Obviously innocent lives.

That’s how it is, Commander.

The Sorcerer King’s gotta work hard for us.

Enemy attack!

Enemy attack!

Those numbers!

Our forces are 10,000.

The enemy’s estimated at 40,000.

To win,

we either hold out until southern reinforcements arrive,

or force the enemy to retreat.

Commander, there you are!

Gustavo, perfect timing.

I’d like your ideas too.

I’d gladly offer them if I could,

but the situation’s gotten a bit tricky.

What’s that?

Some of the citizens

are wondering if the Sorcerer King will join this fight.

The Sorcerer King

said he needs to conserve his magic for Jaldabaoth and won’t fight this time.

The people who saw him liberate this city

know he easily did what paladins couldn’t.

If a hero like that doesn’t join in, morale’s going to crash.

A hero? That guy’s an undead!

Even if he’s an undead,

it’s better if he ends up a hero.

If we’re not careful, he might outshine the Sacred King…

No, I mean the Sacred Queen…

It’s the Sacred Queen!

Calca-sama must be captured somewhere, I’m certain of it.

Excuse me.

It might interfere with the Sacred Queen’s rule.

Why would that happen? What do you all think?

Of course, we don’t see the Sorcerer King as a hero.

But among the common folk, that’s the mood starting to spread.

We’ve showcased the Sorcerer King’s power too much.

Gustavo.

Was it a mistake for me to bring the Sorcerer King here?

No, it wasn’t.

Back then, it was the best decision we had.

So what do we do now?

This time, we need to repel that massive army with our own strength.

If we don’t, even after defeating Jaldabaoth,

the war might drag on.

Why aren’t they attacking?

It’s already been three days since they arrived.

I heard this city was once guarded by the Ho King Buser.

They’re not scared because someone took down the Ho King, are they?

Vijar-dono, don’t get too worked up.

Oh, dear.

The little chick who knows nothing keeps chirping.

The old hag’s heavy hips are the real issue.

Both of you, stop it.

If you cause trouble during this meeting,

I’ll have to report it to Jaldabaoth-sama.

You asked why we’re not attacking, didn’t you?

It’s because Jaldabaoth-sama

ordered us to give the humans a few days.

To let fear sink in.

I see, so that’s the reason.

But he didn’t specify exactly how many days.

Let’s strike in two days.

And there’s one more crucial order.

We’re to let some of the humans escape alive.

So, other than that, we can kill them all, right?

It doesn’t matter.

Then, until two days from now, rest up and preserve your strength.

Squire Neia Baraha reporting.

Come in.

As a member of the paladin order, I’ve been assigned to the front lines.

I won’t be able to serve as Your Majesty’s squire anymore,

so I’ve come to apologize and bid you farewell.

Jaldabaoth might be trying to wear down my magic reserves.

If he doesn’t show himself,

you can’t count on my assistance.

I understand.

Still, as a citizen of this nation,

I have to save as many people as possible.

Helping the weak and those in pain is only natural.

That’s a look in your eyes I admire.

In that case, I’ll lend you a few items, Baraha.

Th-Those!

But you’ve already

lent me the Ultimate Shooting Star Super.

I was planning to return this too…

This is the armor of the Ain King I defeated not long ago.

It’ll keep you safe.

And this is a visor-type mirror shade.

It doesn’t just conceal your gaze, but also…

Your Majesty, I’m sorry! I can’t accept those.

Why not?

Then, will you promise me something?

That you’ll absolutely return them to me.

Thank you.

I’ll do my best—

no, I’ll definitely survive and bring them back.

It’s over. How are we supposed to beat that?

But if it’s His Majesty the Sorcerer King, who freed this place…

His Majesty the Sorcerer King won’t be fighting this time.

You’re His Majesty’s squire—no, Squire, aren’t you?

Yes, that’s right.

Do you happen to know anything?

His Majesty needs to conserve his magic

to face Jaldabaoth.

So this time, we have to fight on our own.

On our own?

There’s no way we can do that!

Are they telling us to die?

But…

This is our country.

We have to protect our own nation.

His Majesty is the king of another land.

Just because we’re weak doesn’t mean it’s right to depend on him!

We have to defend what’s precious to us ourselves.

That’s why I’m going to fight!

The Ain are powerful!

We’re not even knights—there’s no way we can match them!

Even so, I have a wife and child.

So I’ll fight too.

Yes, let’s fight together.

Don’t be afraid!

Under the Divine Flag!

The enemy’s arrows aren’t infinite!

For now, we just need to hold out!

Go!

Even with this bow, I…

Run! They’re counterattacking this way!

Here they come.

What are you doing!

If you have a bow, shoot! If not, throw stones!

Those kids… we…

We’re too weak to save them!

All of you, attack the Ain now!

Give up on the hostage children!

That guy…

If this place falls, women and children will suffer even worse fates!

Don’t you care about your own kids?

- We have no choice. - Let’s attack.

Bring the stones!

This is…

The armor’s power?

Call the priests for magic support!

Stab any Ain that climb up with spears!

First row, raise your shields!

Down!

Second row, shields up!

Third row, pike unit, forward!

Next, fourth row, pike unit, advance!

Knights,

let’s shield them from the demons’ terror!

Under the Divine Flag!

Alright, here we go.

Open the gates!

You filthy Ain scum!

I’ll skin you alive

and use your hides as ass-wipes!

Pike unit, pull back!

Pike unit, thrust!

Now, throw!

Three against one? We don’t stand a chance.

Paladin Sabicas! Paladin Esteban!

Yes!

You two,

can you hold off the other two until I take down one?

- Leave it to us! - Even if it costs our lives!

I don’t mind if all three of you come at me together.

Hmph. You’ll regret facing me when you’re in the afterlife.

Then, Vijar-dono, you handle the human girl.

That sword looks like quite the masterpiece.

Tell me your name.

Remedios Custodio.

So it’s you.

You’re the paladin they call the strongest in this country!

This is perfect!

I am Vijar Rajandala.

Once I kill you,

my name as a ‘Mazo’ will echo far and wide.

Don’t make me laugh!

Strong Strike!

Fortress!

- Strong Emphasis! - Strong Strike!

- This one’s down. - What?

This one’s finished too, chick.

Yours is still standing. Need a hand?

No way! Don’t steal my glory!

What now, Nasrene-dono?

Maybe we should smash through that human shield first…

Not so fast!

You bastard! I told you I’m your opponent!

Militia, hold your ground!

To think I’d need my trump card this soon.

Ultimate Sacred Strike!

What?

Why didn’t it work?

A flashy move, but it barely scratched me.

All show and no substance?

You invaded our country,

brought suffering to our people,

and you’re not evil-aligned?

That was an incredible light.

Blinding.

Now, human,

I think I’ve played the sidekick long enough.

Surrender, and I’ll kill you without pain.

Then, Vijar-dono, I’ll leave her to you.

We can’t waste time on just one human.

Paladins, protect the people!

Don’t let a single one of Calca-sama’s subjects die!

Nasrene-dono,

how about using your power to take out the ones in the back?

Should I?

Duel Declaration!

Damn it!

I’ve been saying I’m your opponent this whole time!

Fireball!

Wall of Skeletons!

It’s common in war, but three-on-one is an ugly sight.

What’s that thing?

An undead? Probably an Elder Lich.

He’s here! He came to save us!

Your Majesty, please save us!

- Your Majesty! - Your Majesty!

What are you doing here!

What am I doing here?

I came to help, but…

Oh? Then I’ll leave it to you.

I’m entrusting this place to the Sorcerer King!

We’re heading to reinforce the critical zones.

Soldiers, follow me!

What?

I’ve never been treated this rudely before.

I thought favoring the commander would pay off,

but he’s such a disrespectful jerk!

An undead helping humans?

Is it a necromancer’s puppet?

And it looks like it’s been abandoned?

Pathetic.

Shut up!

What did you do!

I told you to shut up, didn’t I?

What the hell is this…

The losses are devastating.

Wipe out the Ain.

If I’d known this would happen,

I should’ve prioritized Neia Baraha.

Jajan of the Lagon tribe has taken the commander’s head!

Neia Baraha has defeated Jajan of the Lagon tribe!

Don’t approach that human recklessly!

She’s wearing the Ho King’s armor!

- The Ho King? - The Ho King Buser’s armor!

And those eyes!

Eyes starving for slaughter.

And that’s no ordinary bow.

The Mad-Eyed Archer!

Baraha-san, it’s hopeless here. You should escape.

I…

I have to return the weapon.

But if I flee with this weapon,

what will those who oppose His Majesty say?

Then!

As if I’d run away!

I’m scared.

The Mad-Eyed Archer is on her last legs!

Come on, let’s all attack at once!

I’m scared.

I’m scared.

Father… Mother…

Your Majesty!

That was close.

Your Majesty…

Neia Baraha.

Leave this place to me and rest.

The Ain?

It’s alright, Your Majesty.

Almost…

Don’t hold back.

This will restore your stamina too.

Sorry for being late to rescue you.

Your Majesty, is it really okay for you to come save us?

If you’re going to fight Jaldabaoth, your magic…

It’s fine.

When it’s to save you, I can’t help myself.

Your Majesty, I get it now!

Hmm? Get what?

I’ve realized what justice is!

What?

Your Majesty, you are justice!

You must be exhausted.

I am tired, but

more than that, I’m certain.

The weak can’t uphold justice.

But strength alone isn’t justice either.

True justice is being strong and using that strength for what’s right,

which means, Your Majesty, you are justice!

Uh? Um…

Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

Thank you!

You came all this way to help us!

Don’t mention it.

No, please do mention it.

If you’re grateful to me,

take her somewhere safe.

Neia Baraha,

and people of this nation,

leave the rest to me.

Your Majesty!

Thank you!

Long live Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

To think he’d wipe out 40,000 Ain.

It’s a historic victory for the Sacred Kingdom, Your Highness.

Regrettably, to be precise, it’s more like this:

His Majesty the Sorcerer King won this on his own.

No!

It’s the result of our desperate fight. Don’t forget that.

You’re right, Commander Custodio.

If the paladins and the people hadn’t given everything,

we wouldn’t have won this battle.

That’s true.

But it’s also true we’d have lost without His Majesty the Sorcerer King.

Isn’t it?

The Sorcerer King just barged in halfway through!

How many lives were sacrificed for this victory?

The people, paladins, priests—

we won because of their sacrifices!

Commander!

And that skeletal bastard!

He was flying around showing off at the end!

Does he think war is some kind of game?

I get it now—the Sorcerer King was in league with Jaldabaoth.

Come to think of it, this only benefits him!

Maybe the Sorcerer Kingdom wants to weaken us

so they can dominate this country someday?

Commander Custodio, you seem exhausted.

Go rest.

But!

That’s an order.

Your Highness, inside!

Jaldabaoth!

Thanks for the warm welcome.

Humans.

Move!

Calca-sama…

Oh dear, half of her flew off somewhere.

If that woman hadn’t charged in so recklessly,

this wouldn’t have happened.

Nice tone.

Now then,

pleased to meet you.

Sorcerer King, Ainz Ooal Gown-dono.

Should I address you as ‘-sama’?

No need for that.

Anyway,

can I assume you’ve come to challenge me?

Yes, Sorcerer King.

With you here, minions are pointless.

And you’re stronger than Momon.

So I’ll use my guaranteed winning strategy.

Maid demons?

This is!

Your Majesty, don’t worry about us!

Relax, humans!

I’ll torment you slowly and kill you later.

I’ll be waiting at the clock tower in the city center.

Now, come, Sorcerer King!

Caspond-dono, I’ll buy you some time,

so please evacuate the people from the city center.

Understood.

Your Majesty, you’ve used a lot of magic to liberate this place.

Are you sure you’ll be okay?

It might be risky.

But I can’t run away now.

Why not?

The people of the Sorcerer Kingdom need Your Majesty.

Because it’s a king’s promise.

And since he came to me, it’s convenient.

I’ll seize this chance to defeat him and claim the maid demons.

Message.

Hanzo, what’s the situation around here?

Pleiades?

I know they’re nearby, but…

Oh dear, once again, no players

or World Item holders have shown up.

No choice then.

Better to stay cautious.

Preparations are flawless.

Now I just need to follow Demiurge’s plan.

If I screw up, I’ll say I was testing you.

Seriously, what does Demiurge think of me?

Most of this operation manual is just ‘figure out the rest yourself.’

Common sense says a king from another nation wouldn’t fight alone!

Demiurge and Albedo both—

I wish they’d at least assign tasks that match my skills.

Alright, here goes nothing.

If I get through this, it’ll get easier from here.

The Demon Lord of Wrath, Evil Lord Wrath,

is an 84-level demon summoned by Demiurge.

It’s a type focused on physical attacks,

with high HP—a pure warrior-class monster.

So, you’ve heard the story, right?

Of course, Ainz-sama.

By the way, Demiurge,

those demons you summoned are about to attack that city, aren’t they?

Yes, that’s right.

Then I have two requests.

First, cooperate with a plan I’m personally executing.

And the second is…

Order the summoned demons

to fight me with everything they’ve got.

Th-That’s!

- Understood. - Albedo!

But you won’t be satisfied with just one Demon Lord of Wrath, will you?

How about adding the maid demons too?

Magic Maximization: True Dark…

Is Shizu here too!

We might end up killing the Pleiades.

Then let’s have high-level doppelgängers transform into the Pleiades

and pit them against Ainz-sama.

Ah, why am I so weak?

But being strong like Jaldabaoth

isn’t justice.

Your Majesty the Sorcerer King,

you truly are justice.

Your Majesty, please, please…

win!

The Sorcerer King is dead!

Liar!

I should thank you all.

If the Sorcerer King had been at full strength, I might’ve lost.

To think he wasted his magic on humans like you.

What a foolish creature, not even knowing what takes priority!

But I’ve taken such heavy wounds that I’ll need to rest for a while.

I’ll spare your lives until my injuries heal.

Fall into despair and cry out in anguish!

Don’t make me laugh.

Don’t make me laugh, don’t make me laugh!

You think I’d trust a demon’s words!

Oh, now that’s one impressive bow!

It’s been a while since I’ve seen such a fine weapon.

That nearly killed me—talk about a close call!

What’s that weapon? How was it made?

It can talk!

Wait, could it be made with that rune technology?

No way! You think I’d tell a guy like you!

Hmm, then I’ve got no choice.

Greater Teleportation!

Don’t run away!

Your Majesty…

It’s already been three days…

Three whole days have passed since His Majesty the Sorcerer King went missing.

We need to quickly organize a rescue team for His Majesty the Sorcerer King

and find him.

Why isn’t Caspond-dono doing anything!

No, if only I were stronger,

I could’ve gone to search for His Majesty all by myself.

Why am I so weak?

Squire, Neia Baraha!

His Highness Caspond is calling for you.

Yes, I’ll go right away.

Everyone, I’m sorry, but…

Sure, we might not match Neia-san, but we’ll train hard.

You never know when the Ain might attack again.

Yes, we’ve got to train hard and get even a little stronger.

Because being weak is a sin.

About His Majesty the Sorcerer King,

are you going to send a rescue team?

I’ve said it before—I can’t allow that.

We believe His Majesty the Sorcerer King fell somewhere in the far east.

That’s the Ain stronghold, the Abelion Hills.

Without enough troops, we’d just be throwing soldiers’ lives away for nothing.

But there’s a chance he might’ve landed closer by.

It’s no use.

There’s no way he could’ve survived a fall from that height.

The Sorcerer King is dead.

His Majesty is alive!

He’s dead!

You’re the only one who thinks he’s still alive!

I wasn’t done talking, you know?

First, there’s one more person I want to bring into this meeting.

I’ll call them in now, so don’t be too surprised.

It’s Duke Bebebe, who came as an envoy.

A Jerun?

Yes, a Jerun.

They say the Jerun tribe plans to rebel against Jaldabaoth.

Apparently, they were forced to obey because their royalty was held hostage.

But our king, who was kept as a hostage in the hills,

was killed by a demon.

Now the only male left is the prince,

who’s being held in a city five days southwest of here.

We’d like your help rescuing him.

That city is probably

Kalinsha, a key stronghold in the north.

By teaming up with the Jerun tribe,

we’ll rescue the prince and then take back Kalinsha.

If you cooperate,

three thousand Jerun soldiers will fight alongside you.

If the plan succeeds, we could even send a rescue team for His Majesty.

If the Jerun tribe helps us,

we’d be able to search the hills, you see.

Neia Baraha,

infiltrate Kalinsha and rescue the Jerun prince.

So, who should I go with?

Hmm, about that…

After that day’s battle,

one of the maid demons surrendered to our side.

A maid demon?

It seems that during that day’s battle,

His Majesty the Sorcerer King took control of the maid demon

from Jaldabaoth.

I’m Neia Baraha. Where are you?

- Roar! - Eek!

You jumped pretty impressively there.

Y-You’re one of Jaldabaoth’s maid demons?

Yes.

But now, I pledge my loyalty to Ainz-sama.

Ainz-sama?

So, what brings you here?

I came to talk to you.

Drink up.

What’s this?

It’s chocolate-flavored.

It’s a bit high in calories—around 2,000.

But I don’t mind.

Eating tasty food and gaining weight is a woman’s happiness,

or so one of the great ones said.

Thank you, I’ll enjoy it.

It’s sweet.

Want another one?

Is that okay?

It’s delicious.

No, wait—that’s not it. I came here to talk to you.

Yeah.

Um, if you have a name, may I ask what it is?

My name is Neia Baraha.

I’m the squire serving His Majesty the Sorcerer King.

I heard. They said you’ve got sharp eyes.

You can call me Shizu. I’ll call you Neia.

I understand the plan.

The two of us sneak into the castle and rescue the prince.

Then the liberation army and the Jerun tribe take back Kalinsha.

Yes, according to the Jerun,

besides the guards watching the prince’s room,

there might be a greater demon there too.

Do you have any guesses?

I know. There are three greater demons,

and one of them patrols each city.

How strong are they?

Compared to you, who’s stronger?

I don’t know. They’re weaker than Ainz-sama.

His Majesty the Sorcerer King.

You should say “His Majesty the Sorcerer King.”

Isn’t “Ainz-sama” a bit too familiar?

He told me to call him Ainz-sama.

So it’s fine to call him Ainz-sama.

I can call him that.

No, there wouldn’t have been time for such a casual conversation, right?

Sorry, but it’s the truth.

Well, I get that it’s shocking.

I totally get it.

But that’s where you stand right now.

Still,

if you work for Ainz-sama,

someday you might get to call him Ainz-sama too.

Work hard.

Shizu.

Guiding a junior is a senior’s duty.

I’ll say thanks then.

No need to worry about it.

To those who know Ainz-sama’s greatness,

we must show mercy.

It’s a weird feeling getting along with a demon, but

it’s true and right that Ainz-sama is a great being.

Neia, for a human, you’ve got a lot of potential.

Honestly, I didn’t care what happened to you at first,

but I’ll make sure you get back safe.

Ainz-sama’s last order was to cooperate with you all.

So,

I’ll do my best as long as it doesn’t get me killed.

Thanks.

Cool.

Uh, what’s this? What is it?

It’s not cute, but I’ll give it to you anyway.

Why stick it there?

Yeah, it’s like a little sister.

Can’t be helped.

Put the sticker somewhere visible.

Yes.

Are we done talking?

No, I mean…

I was going to suggest that after this mission, we go look for His Majesty the Sorcerer King—

No, I mean, go meet him.

No problem, I’ll come too.

Really?

Actually, since His Majesty the Sorcerer King fell in the eastern region,

we haven’t been able to contact him.

Something unexpected might’ve happened…

What are you saying?

He’s fine. He’s not dead.

The fact that I’m still under Ainz-sama’s control is proof.

Huh? Why are you crying?

His Majesty is alive!

You got snot on me.

That’s pretty shocking.

- I’ll wash it! - Okay.

We’ll be in Kalinsha soon.

Yeah.

Stop!

We’re bringing in food supplies.

Hurry up!

Shizu-san!

You’ve got meat stuck on your head!

Thanks.

I don’t want to sneak in like this ever again.

Though we’ll have to do it once more to escape.

Ugh…

- Here. - Thank you.

- Let’s go then. - Yes.

The Jerun prince is locked in a secluded tower.

To get there, we need to cross the sky corridor from the castle

and navigate a long passage with nowhere to hide.

- What’s the plan? - Yes.

First, we head to the room right upstairs.

Thank you.

Yeah, but it took too long.

I’ll take the right, Shizu-san, you take the left.

From now on, it’s a race against time.

If I slip up and stumble,

feel free to leave me behind.

I’ll use it. Neia, wait here.

Clear. Let’s keep going.

Yes.

I can’t hide myself anymore today.

Let’s move carefully.

Got it.

Probably guards. Let’s take them out in one go.

Understood.

Who are you guys?

What do we do, Shizu-san?

Staying here won’t help.

Let’s chase them down and attack before the guards arrive.

Yes.

Why’s a human here?

Ranged weapons don’t work on me!

Complete immunity to all ranged weapons?

That guy?

There’s something up.

Who’s chatting over there!

Fall back!

It’s useless, useless!

I told you arrows don’t work on me!

Fool!

I said it’s useless—why can’t you get that!

Why her?

Attacking that kid who’s just shooting pointless arrows?

I don’t get it.

Hmph, foolish creature!

- Because she’s in the way. - It actually works, doesn’t it?

A limit to how many times?

Neia.

I know!

Seven times.

Got it.

It can only block ranged attacks up to seven times.

Is the time limit a day? Or maybe an hour?

Doesn’t matter either way.

You’re dying right here.

You bastard!

Fog Cloud!

They went around the back!

Neia, duck!

Mode Change, Full Burst!

How in the world?

You okay?

Yes, but it hurts a bit when I draw the bowstring.

Got a healing potion?

No potion, but all that’s left now is rescuing the hostage and escaping.

Yeah, then let’s hurry.

Among the items His Majesty lent me, there’s one that can cast healing magic,

but my mana’s low, so I can’t use it multiple times.

I need to conserve my mana for now.

- This is it. - Yes.

He’s not here.

Wait, this is the Jerun prince we came to rescue!

This?

Um, can you speak, Jerun prince?

Yes, I can speak.

You guys don’t seem like my meal.

That’s right.

We’ve come on a request to rescue you, Prince.

My comrades?

It was a Jerun named Bebebe.

Bebebe?

But if I escape,

I’ll provoke Jaldabaoth-sama’s wrath.

Then not only the Jerun people but, above all, the king will be in danger.

I don’t know the full details, but since the king has passed away,

they said we need to at least save you, Prince.

What? Father?

Your subordinates and our human army will work together

to take down this city.

Please think positively.

I see.

To the human heroes who came all this way to rescue me,

I know it’s shameless to ask,

but could you make it look like you’re dragging me out against my will?

To prepare for any situation, right?

Understood. We’ll do it that way.

Thank you.

Is it uncomfortable?

It’s not uncomfortable, but…

You smell nice. It’s making me hungry.

What do Jerun eat?

We eat the bodily fluids of living things—dead or alive, doesn’t matter.

If you try anything weird with my junior, I’ll get mad.

I’m not so starved that I’d do that to heroes.

Then, let’s go.

There are a few inside.

Please handle it.

I don’t know who, but there’s a bunch of Jerun.

Oh, Prince!

Is that Bebebe!

I heard Father passed away.

But what’s your plan?

Escaping from here—won’t that lead to our ruin?

Your concern is only natural.

But he only sees us Jerun as slaves or livestock.

When it’s all over,

do you think we could find a way to live under Jaldabaoth?

You’re late to gather.

Fubebe?

And right now,

they say a two-headed demon, one of Jaldabaoth’s aides, is here.

That’s a Diadem Demon.

It decorates itself with two magic caster heads

and can use their powers.

Since it’s a rare chance, let’s take it out here.

Yeah, having come this far,

we’ve got no choice but to bet on your strength.

Prince.

It’s alone—no guards.

This is our golden opportunity to kill it. Let’s go!

A human?

Hmm, Five Elements, Fireball.

Yang, Five Elements, Fireball.

- As expected— - The one on the human’s back is the Jerun prince, isn’t it?

It doesn’t look like you captured the human and dragged them here.

Betrayal, huh? How interesting.

That person!

Kelart Custodio-sama?

Yes, yes, Jeruns.

You don’t care what happens to your king, do you?

What are you saying now!

You’re the ones who killed the king!

The king? Killed?

I see, so that’s been dealt with, huh?

Then your king must’ve been a fool.

What?

Oh, you traitors,

is that human your trump card?

You think I’d tell you!

No need to. Come forth, Shadow Demons!

You lot, kill all the Jeruns except the prince.

I’ll capture the prince myself.

Human, siding with the Jeruns won’t give you any chance of winning.

If you betray them,

I’ll rescue your precious comrades held in the camp.

Really?

What are you saying! Are you planning to betray us?

Shut up! I’m talking to her.

Tell me how many people you want to protect or save.

Depending on the negotiation…

- That’s the Sorc— - No need to explain.

Hmm, Wood Element, Lightning Strike.

Yang, Five Elements, Lightning Strike.

You’re in the way, Shockwave!

Hmm, Wood Element, Lightning Strike.

Yang, Five Elements, Lightning Strike.

Widen Wound!

Shizu-san!

Heal Serious Wounds!

I see.

Shockwave!

You okay?

I’m fine.

Tch, you’re wearing some sturdy armor.

I’ll blast you away along with the Jerun…

No way! I’ll protect Neia.

What?

And that weapon was lent to us by Ainz-sama.

What? The Sorcerer King?

Yeah, a bow made with runes!

Shizu, don’t give away our info!

No way!

That’s a weapon made with the lost art of runes?

If you fight with a weapon like that, you might actually kill me.

What are you saying?

Runes, huh! That’s incredible!

Runes?

No, it’s not that kind of weapon!

- Runes! - No!

Um, so…

Blindness!

I can’t see!

- Doesn’t matter, shoot! - Yes!

It hit!

It hit?

Let’s keep pushing!

Prince, I’m so glad you’re safe!

You okay?

Yeah, more or less.

Good, that’s enough then.

We actually took it down!

Brilliant!

Now, everyone, respectfully consume the queen mother’s body.

Consume? Were you close?

She was the queen of an Ain tribe called Pandex,

and my first love.

What about the human head? Are you eating it?

No, human mourning isn’t like that…

We’ll take it with respect.

Oh?

Neia, mission complete.

Let’s get moving soon.

Yes, Shizu-san.

Kill them! Wipe out all the Ain!

Except the Jerun, Commander!

I know!

Now’s the time!

This is the moment we take justice back with our own hands!

Humans!

I’m back!

While I was healing the wounds the Sorcerer King gave me,

you’ve been running wild, haven’t you?

Die.

Engulfed in flames of wrath, burn your lives to ashes!

You all, get out of here!

Commander, wait! We need to retreat now!

You’re right. I can’t win.

But if I can buy even a second more for your lives,

I’ll fight him and die!

Understood. Let’s go!

Neia, look over there.

That’s…!

Another Ain legion! We’ve got to warn everyone!

Fall back, everyone fall back!

Enemy attack from the east! An Ain army is invading!

What?

Quickly, alert the other soldiers too.

To think Jaldabaoth still had pawns left…

He’s brought all the Ain left in the hills.

Shizu-senpai, you should escape.

What about you, Neia?

I’m not running.

That day, I couldn’t stay with His Majesty until the end.

Because I was weak.

But as someone inspired by His Majesty the Sorcerer King,

I can’t let it end in weakness and sin!

The people His Majesty protected—

I’ll fight so even one more of them can escape.

So, I’m entrusting my wish to you, Shizu.

Please go find His Majesty the Sorcerer King.

No problem.

I don’t need to go.

What do you mean?

Look over there.

The Sorcerer Kingdom’s flag?

His Majesty the Sorcerer King… really?

What a coincidence to meet here, Baraha.

Did you think I was dead?

Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

I believed in you.

Shizu-senpai told me you were okay, but

still, really…

Uh? Ah, um…

I-I see. I’m glad.

Wait, senpai?

Don’t cry.

Oh?

Looks like you and Shizu got along well, Baraha.

I’m truly glad.

It’s thanks to you, Your Majesty. If it weren’t for Shizu-senpai,

- Thank you. - You got snot on me again. Shocking.

Is that so? That’s something I didn’t expect.

Shizu, how was it?

Neia… I like her. Her face is full of character.

“Full of character”?

Your Majesty, I have so much I want to ask,

but above all,

are you displeased that the rescue team was delayed?

If so, it’s all my fault!

What are you talking about?

I don’t see any reason to be displeased with you.

Not a single one.

Your Majesty!

If anything, I’m sorry for coming back late.

I lost to Jaldabaoth and crashed into the Abelion Hills.

It took some time,

but I brought the area under the Sorcerer Kingdom’s control.

So, you could say those are Sorcerer Kingdom soldiers.

Then,

I should go settle things with Jaldabaoth.

- Your Majesty! - Your Majesty!

Is that His Majesty the Sorcerer King?

He’s alive?

- Your Majesty! - Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

Why are the people calling my name?

Yes, everyone is grateful for Your Majesty’s mercy

and rejoicing at your return.

I-Is that so?

They’re grateful to me?

Yes, they are!

The people Baraha gathered…

You’ve grown while I was away.

Thank you, Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

Listen up!

In the last battle, I made a mistake.

We were outnumbered, and I was low on mana.

But that’s not the case now.

Now, there’s no reason for me to lose!

Wait here for my victory!

Your Majesty the Sorcerer King, bring us victory!

Of course.

I’ve kept you waiting.

Let’s settle this.

I won.

Shizu-senpai!

What did I tell you, kōhai?

Hooray! Long live His Majesty the Sorcerer King!

And so, Jaldabaoth

was vanquished by His Majesty the Sorcerer King.

The liberation army,

following the northern city of Kalinsha, took back the major city of Prart,

and finally, this royal capital, Hobans.

His Majesty is truly incomparable.

He saved the people of another nation and even rescued the Ain.

The Ain should be killed!

Yes, that’s a valid point.

The Ain are a threat to us.

But most of those Ain

were under Jaldabaoth’s control.

His Majesty showed them mercy,

driving all the Ain out of the Sacred Kingdom,

thus protecting both us and the Ain.

You there, have you ever heard

of a king who fights alone to save the suffering people of another nation?

A king who shows mercy even to other races?

Uh, well, no…

I haven’t.

Exactly! That’s right!

A king risking himself to save another nation’s people?

There’s no precedent for that.

His Majesty is the only one!

He truly deserves to be called the King of Justice.

Because he’s strong, he can uphold justice.

That’s why we—why everyone—

needs His Majesty’s protection!

Baraha-sama, thank you for your hard work.

No, it’s nothing. I’m just spreading His Majesty’s great deeds.

It’s not hard at all.

I have something to report.

The number of people who revere His Majesty the Sorcerer King has exceeded 50,000.

Wow, that’s amazing!

So many people have come to know His Majesty’s greatness.

Well, maybe it’s only natural.

His Majesty is truly remarkable.

The supporters are requesting something to symbolize their affiliation,

like an emblem or badge.

Hmm, that makes sense.

I’ll leave that to you.

Understood.

I’m sure His Majesty will be pleased too.

Are you sure this is okay?

Yes.

That equipment is a reward for your efforts.

Please accept it formally.

I’m returning to the Sorcerer Kingdom.

I’ve finished all my tasks here.

Is that so?

It’s a shame we can’t all see you off together,

Your Majesty, who saved this nation.

I asked Caspond-dono

not to make it too grand.

But…

Everyone is grateful to Your Majesty.

Well, I should get going.

Shizu, don’t you have anything to say to Baraha?

See you again.

Yes, see you.

This nation will face many challenges ahead.

But I believe you’ll manage just fine.

Let’s meet again someday.

Yes.

Your Majesty! Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

Um…

May I call you Ainz-sama?

Huh? Sure, that’s fine.

Call me whatever you like.

Thank you.

Take care, Shizu-senpai.

Your Majesty the Sorcerer King!

To His Majesty the Sorcerer King,

long live!

- Long live! - Long live!

Your Majesty! No, Ainz-sama…

I will

spread your justice

throughout this nation!

Now then,

once I ascend to the throne,

some nobles will be displeased.

Especially the southern nobles who weren’t harmed by him.

That will create clear discontent,

leading to a major factor for conflict,

and the Sacred Kingdom will split in two.

Welcome.

Demiurge-sama.

I’ve come to retrieve the items to take back to Nazarick.

Have there been any issues so far?

None at all.

Everything is going according to your plan, Demiurge-sama.

Then, let me tell you the next steps.

You will fan the flames of the north-south conflict in the Sacred Kingdom,

leading it to war.

Then, the people will naturally seek Ainz-sama’s protection,

and as a result,

the Sorcerer Kingdom’s complete dominion will be realized.

Demiurge-sama,

what should we do about that girl?

If left alone, she’ll gain the people’s support

and wield power greater than the king.

I once described Ainz-sama as “unpredictable,”

and indeed, that’s the case!

Truly!

He prepared such an excellent pawn for us!

In a religious nation centered around the Sacred King,

he created someone who absolutely reveres him.

Her existence will accelerate my plans by years.

And to think he even staged his own death for that.

He’s truly a fearsome being.

Indeed, the one who led the Supreme Beings!

Ah…

I can’t wait for the day we offer this entire world to Ainz-sama.

Now, is there anything else to confirm?

Yes, about the now-useless woman, Remedios Custodio—

wouldn’t it be safer to kill her?

No, let’s keep her alive for a while

and use her as a shield against the nobles’ discontent.

Once the north-south conflict becomes clear, we can dispose of her then.

Understood.

Then, I’ll leave the rest to you.

Yes!

Just a little longer—

enjoy your happiness.

My country’s people.

[Post-credits scene starts at 02:14:10.]

Everyone starts dancing foolishly in this blind night.

Unaware that this tragedy is just the prologue of an epic.

Everything is a pawn for the future in this ambition.

There are no obstacles on the stairs leading to the true throne.

Give me one order, my lord, to the empty sky.

Everything you desire, even if it costs my life.

Showtime, the world is in my hands.

Rejoicing over a single win or loss is meaningless.

I must pluck the fruit that ripens on the ruined, desolate land.

Who is the dealer? I’m the dealer.

Everyone easily falls into corruption in this cloudy night.

Stealing and being stolen from, without seeing the end.

Everything is just according to his will in my lord’s hand.

The day we reach the desired state isn’t far off.

Give me one order, my lord, in this endless night.

The desires I paint until the end of this night.

Showtime, the truth is nowhere to be found.

Except for the loyalty cherished in this heart.

At the start of the turmoil, schemes are hidden.

Who is the dealer? I’m the dealer.

Theme Song: WHEELER-DEALER

Original Work: Maruyama Kugane (Overlord / Published by KADOKAWA)

Script Cooperation: Sugawara Yukie

Character Design & Chief Animation Director: Tasaki Satoshi

Music: Katayama Shuji (Team-MAX)

No one knows, no one can know it.

All I want, all I want is for…

In the chaotic battlefield, right in the middle of the uproar,

I walk the rough path, seeking the absolute conclusion now.

It starts again, the interlude is over.

Now, the stage moves to the next act.

Showtime, the world is in my hands.

Rejoicing over a single win or loss is meaningless.

I must pluck the fruit that ripens on the ruined, desolate land.

Who is the dealer? I’m the dealer.

Shizu.

This was your first solo mission. How was it?

How did it go?

I think… I did my best.

But thinking and acting on my own was difficult… I think.

I-I see.

By the way, Baraha is a human,

but you two seem to have gotten quite close.

I like her… a lot.

Oh, that’s great.

By the way, how did the rune weapon promotion go?

Were there any who showed interest or wanted rune weapons?

I tried.

Yes, you did your best.

I tried.