Overlord (オーバーロード)

Lord Momonga.

It's the glorious dawn of the Sorcerer Kingdom.

But what form shall it take?

What country shall Lord Ains forge in his boundless wisdom?

It matters not.

Whatever your vision may be,

it is my sworn duty to follow it.

Please, My Lord. Show it to me.

Oh! Show me everything, Lord Ains!

It is time.

Yes, My Lord!

I will submit my report and change shifts with today's maid.

Is there anything else you need?

I only ask that you rest well.

You worked hard, staying up all night.

That's very kind of you, My Lord!

I'm grateful, but it's my job to serve you the best I can!

Don't worry about me!

They're really not taking a hint.

Oops.

How do I tell them these bedside shifts are a bit excessive?

What a pain.

What if I said that I didn't want servants at all?

That I wanted us to be equals?

'Scuse me, Lord Ains!

Good morning!

--I will be assisting you today. -- Maybe...

Maybe if we did that, it would be like the good old days.

It would be like having my friends back.

First off, let's get you dressed.

What would you like to wear today?

Here's an idea.

Why don't you decide, Fith?

That's perfect! I know just the look!

Leave it to me! You'll be thrilled!

I hate to question your expertise,

but I do worry that this robe might be a bit gaudy for me.

There's no need to be insecure, trust me!

A lesser ruler might look pretentious

with all those jewels but you can definitely pull this off!

Your black cloak certainly has a wonderful mystique,

but it's nice to see you in other colors!

Good morning, Nurunuru.

Time for breakfast.

Lord Ains.

Lady Albedo and the Elder Liches are here.

Very well. You may let them in.

Greetings, My Lord. It's a pleasure, as always.

What a dashing ensemble you're wearing!

Why, it seems as if it's glowing!

But these fine jewels wouldn't shine so brightly

if they adorned anyone but you.

Well, thank you for the kind words, Albedo.

But I was merely stating the truth!

I would never engage in meaningless flattery, My Lord!

It's only natural that--

I get the idea.

Moving onto the business at hand.

These are the documents you put together last night?

Correct.

Nope. I don't understand any of this.

I'm just an office worker-- Not even management!

There's no way I can run an entire kingdom.

But I can't exactly tell them that, now can I?

I'll just pretend to read these, so I look the part at least.

Okay, last one.

Huh. What is this?

It's a report about some materials, I think.

But the details don't make any sense to me.

Did something catch your attention?

No, just lost in thought.

More importantly, have you constructed

a code of law for the kingdom?

I've discussed the matter with Demiurge,

but we've only come up with an initial draft.

I speak with confidence in many subjects,

but when it comes to social law, I regret to say

that I'm not very knowledgeable.

But a supreme ruler such as you commands all laws!

I see!

You didn't bother learning any laws, because you're above them,

so they're meaningless to you!

Yes, uh, naturally.

So, I'll allow you to proceed as you see fit.

I believe in you.

Thank you!

I'll do my very best!

Is something wrong?

I didn't mean to stare.

Your smile was so cute, it caught me off guard.

Excuse me, I can't find the words.

This is terribly awkward.

Oh, my! I'm so embarrassed!

Ahem! Moving on.

Let's handle our usual business.

These are various proposals from the people of Nazarick.

I am going through them personally

so that they remain anonymous.

That way I can sneak in my own ideas, too!

Here's the first one.

"I think it would be good

to set up an educational system for the children.

If we find and raise talented individuals,

they will continue to strengthen Nazarick for years to come."

Interesting.

Most likely from Yuri Alpha.

It is a foolish suggestion.

Pigs do not need knowledge.

All they need to do is live, breathe, and die

for their master.

I agree in a sense, at least.

Knowledge is worth more when it's monopolized.

But that's only one way to look at the situation.

I think the proposal could work out quite well, actually.

Although it's not exactly what Yuri had in mind,

I think we can salvage the play

by establishing an orphanage in E-Rantel.

A more traditional school may open Nazarick's secrets

and technology to espionage.

But if we pull prospective students from the orphanage,

we can guarantee that only the most talented

and loyal candidates are elevated.

The orphanage itself can be run by the war widows

created in the recent conflict.

So, not only will you give children a home,

you'll also give jobs to poverty-stricken women.

The masses will surely applaud this.

Your popularity will rise quickly.

Then have Pestonya and Nigredo attend to the matter.

Release them from house arrest as soon as we're done here.

Perhaps I should remind you, My Lord.

During our attack on the capital, they were ordered

to kill the humans that you captured.

To maintain the secrecy of Jaldabaoth's

relationship to Nazarick.

Quite simple.

And yet those two went against your orders.

They sheltered an infant in secret.

Never mind their house arrest,

they should be executed for their foul treachery.

Albedo...

Oh, please, My Lord.

Don't look at me with that piercing gaze!

Huh?

But your orders are absolute.

I won't question them further.

I will release those two from house arrest.

And don't execute them afterwards, please.

Of course.

Now, the next proposal.

"I would like to suggest making uniforms

to give Nazarick a stronger sense of unity."

An exceedingly tasteless proposal.

Who suggested such a thing?

I'm sorry! It was me!

Let me look into this matter.

The perpetrator must face punishment.

These are supposed to be anonymous!

Also, when I asked everyone for suggestions,

I promised there would be no repercussions!

Fine, then.

You have guests! It's Lady Aura and Lord Mare.

Let them in.

I missed you!

Good morning, Lord Ains!

Um, good morning, My Lord.

I like your robe.

Thank you, I suppose.

Good morning, Albedo!

Is something wrong?

You didn't make an appointment first, so--

Hey! Wait!

Ah, is this what you wanted?

Huh?! His lap? How dare you!

It's no big deal! He doesn't mind!

You can come, too.

Well, My Lord. With your permission?

Is there room for me?

Albedo, please. You're an adult.

Don't mind her.

What brings you here?

No reason. We just wanted to see you!

Very well, then. I'm happy to see you, too.

Lord Ains. What if I was a baby?

Hm?

You know, I think I've had enough lap time for today.

Here. Why don't you take my spot?

That's very generous of you.

All right, Albedo, come here.

Thank you!

You can sit on my lap,

but I'm not going to pick you up.

So soft.

And wait. What's that fragrance?

Is there a problem, My Lord?

I was just admiring your lovely smell.

If you'd like to sniff me some more, by all means, be my guest!

Sniff me for an hour or sniff all day!

An hour is a bit excessive, I think.

Though, perhaps I could sniff for a bit.