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"Overlord: The Undead King" is a 2017 Japanese dark fantasy anime film that serves as a compilation of the first half of the "Overlord" television series. Produced by Madhouse and based on the light novel series written by Kugane Maruyama, the movie condenses the story of Momonga, a powerful skeletal mage trapped in a virtual reality game world. It is designed to reintroduce the isekai narrative and establish the main cast of non-human characters before the sequel television anime series.
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What is Overlord: The Undead King adapting?
The film is a compilation of the first half of the Overlord television anime's first season. It condenses Momonga's transformation into Ainz Ooal Gown and his early control of the Great Tomb of Nazarick.
Do I need to watch the Overlord television series before The Undead King?
No, because the film is designed as a recap of the early television storyline. However, the 2015 first season gives more time to Ainz, Albedo, Shalltear, and Nazarick's political and military development.
Who produced Overlord: The Undead King?
Madhouse produced the 2017 compilation film, as it did the original Overlord television anime. The story is based on Kugane Maruyama's light novel series.
Is Overlord: The Undead King the same as Overlord: The Dark Warrior?
No. The Undead King is the first compilation film, while The Dark Warrior is the second 2017 compilation covering later events from the first season. They are recap films rather than new sequel arcs.
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