Movie
Description
"Overlord: Shikkoku no Senshi" is a spin-off film set in the expansive universe of the "Overlord" series, which originates from the light novels by Kugane Maruyama. The story centers on Clementine, a former member of the Slane Theocracy's Black Scripture, and her journey after betraying her organization. Clementine, known for her ruthless and chaotic nature, becomes a wandering warrior seeking to test her strength against powerful foes. Her path intersects with a group of adventurers in the Kingdom of Re-Estize, where she encounters a mysterious warrior clad in black armor, later revealed to be Momon, the alter ego of Ainz Ooal Gown, the protagonist of the main series.

The narrative explores Clementine's motivations and her relentless pursuit of power, contrasting her chaotic personality with the disciplined and strategic nature of Momon. As Clementine challenges Momon to a duel, the film delves into themes of strength, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. The clash between these two formidable characters serves as the central conflict, highlighting their contrasting ideologies and combat styles. The story also provides additional context to the world-building of the "Overlord" series, offering insights into the political and social dynamics of the Kingdom of Re-Estize and the Slane Theocracy.

The film maintains the dark fantasy tone of the main series, with a focus on character-driven storytelling and intricate world-building. Clementine's backstory and her interactions with other characters add depth to her role as an antagonist, while Momon's presence reinforces his status as a central figure in the overarching narrative. The film serves as a supplementary piece to the main series, enriching the lore and providing a deeper understanding of the motivations and conflicts within the "Overlord" universe.
Information
Overlord: The Dark Hero
劇場版総集編 オーバーロード 漆黒の英雄
Type: Movie
Movie/Episode length: 93 min.
Date: 03/11/2017
Categories
Settings
Fantasy
Tags
Monster
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Cast
Comment(s)
Staff
  • Director
    Naoyuki Itō
  • Script
    Yukie Sugawara
  • Unit Director
    Mihiro Yamaguchi
    Masaki Matsumura
    Kunio Wakabayashi
    Ryōichi Kuraya
  • Original creator
  • Character Design
    Takahiro Yoshimatsu
  • Chief Animation Director
    Takahiro Yoshimatsu
  • Art design
    Shigemi Ikeda
    Shūichi Ōkubo
    Kayoko Tomono
  • Sound Director
    Fumiyuki Go
  • Producer
    Shō Tanaka
    Satoshi Fukao
    Noritomo Isogai
    Yuki Yoshida
    Kazufumi Kikushima
  • Series Composition
    Yukie Sugawara
  • Storyboard
    Yoshiaki Kawajiri
    Manabu Ono
    Naoyuki Itō
    Masaki Matsumura
    Ryōichi Kuraya
  • Music
    Shūji Katayama
  • Original Character Design
    so-bin
  • Art Director
    Shigemi Ikeda
    Yukiko Maruyama
  • Animation Director
    Takahiro Yoshimatsu
    Shinichi Miyamae
    Junko Matsushita
    Shūji Takahara
    Isamu Utsuki
    Teruhiko Yamazaki
    Takashi Nagayoshi
    Ken Obata
    Maria Ichino
    Yuichi Hirano
    Jae Seok Park
    Yi Sung Kim
    Jeong Ri Han
  • 3D Director
    Shūhei Yabuta
  • Director of Photography
    Yūki Kawashita
Production
  • Animation Production
    Madhouse