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Kugane MaruyamaManga · Fantasy
Overlord (Light Novel)
A salaryman is trapped in his favorite VRMMORPG as his powerful undead character, Momonga. He explores this new world, seeking others from Earth while building his guild's influence. The series blends dark fantasy, action, and humor as Momonga, now Ainz Ooal Gown, navigates his new reality.
Yes, the Overlord light novel series has been adapted into an anime, which closely follows the events of the books.
The Overlord light novels are best read in publication order, as the story is a continuous narrative with each volume building directly on the previous one.
There are some side stories and bonus volumes, such as "Emissary of the King" and "Vampire Princess of the Lost Country," which offer additional perspectives and expand on the world of Overlord.
The author, Kugane Maruyama, has indicated a planned ending for the series, though the exact number of remaining volumes is subject to change.