If sci-if and gaming aren’t traditional genres you (or a loved one) are involved in this book still might be worth looking at. In addition, it has absolutely beautiful language. Overlord Volume 1 is a fantastic book for anyone deeply involved in science-fiction or who is a gamer.
The anime certainly makes notes of this, but compared to the light novel, I would say the anime pales in comparison on this point. Readers get to learn more about Momonga including his real name, how he feels about being “undead,” and how he is actually “feeling.” Seeing as how he is suddenly in a different body in a video game (more or less) his opinions and his notes about how his body and psychology respond to the new situation are very interesting. In addition, there is more room for Momonga’s inner monologue. Though don’t be mistaken, Overlord Volume 1 has mature themes and is intended for readers 16 years old and up. The beautiful artwork contained at the beginning of each of chapter is reminiscent of a fairy tale book. The print version is a hardcover, so it will also have better endurance over the years then paperbacks. Overlord Volume 1 is a fantastic book from a publishing standpoint.
In addition, due to the context of a situation it is easy to understand what is going on. It will state directly what NPC means without having to open a web browser. Overlord Volume 1 is very kind to newcomers. And for those who are not familiar with gamer lingo, that is fine. In addition, for any gamers, all of the terms and tactics make sense. This implementation feels very natural and unforced. Momonga will use spells, then pivot and use gaming/technology words like “NPC” (non-player character) as though it is nothing. Therefore, he is only in that magic world due to incredible gaming technology that has yet to be created (in our time at least). Magic is clearly used throughout the world Momonga finds himself in, but he is in a game world. Overlord Volume 1 is one of those abnormal but beautiful books that manage to fully indulge sci-fi readers to the fullest. Many books need to choose between one or the other, or get very creative to genuinely capture both sides of the spectrum.
Science fiction books usually fall somewhere between technology and magic. What is so brilliant about Overlord Volume 1 though is that it is simultaneously high-tech and yet imbued with magic. I would say the genre is science fiction.
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