Image: Kugane Maruyama, KADOKAWA / Overlord 3 Production Committee
AMBot | 01/04/2024 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
In the ninth episode of Overlord Season 3, the plot revolves around the intricate interplay of power, diplomacy, and strategy, with the interactions between Emperor El Nix and Ainz Ooal Gown taking center stage. The episode begins with Emperor El Nix, faced with the overwhelming power of Aura and Mare, feeling compelled to personally apologize at the Tomb of Nazarick. This journey offers him a rare moment of relaxation and the opportunity to survey his potential queens, who range from Princess Renner to a magically rejuvenated elderly woman.
Upon arrival at the tomb, the emperor and his entourage are quickly reminded of the overwhelming power of Ainz Ooal Gown. They are greeted by maids who can control the weather and serve extraordinary refreshments, as well as the intimidating presence of Death Knights. Fluder, the emperor's chief wizard, is simultaneously terrified and fascinated by the display of power, wavering between awe and the realization of their precarious situation.
During their audience with Ainz Ooal Gown, the atmosphere remains cordial until Demiurge, disguised as a beast, interrupts them. He takes offense at the emperor's use of honorifics, which imply equality with Lord Ainz. Ainz seizes this diplomatic blunder to graciously forgive the emperor for his earlier transgression—allowing workers to infiltrate Nazarick.
To the emperor's surprise, Ainz agrees to his proposal of an alliance, in which Ainz would establish and rule a land with the empire's assistance. This agreement, reached with unexpected ease, leaves the emperor both relieved and skeptical.
After their departure, the emperor notices Fluder's uncharacteristic eagerness to return to the capital. Unbeknownst to him, Fluder has already secretly pledged to assist "Momon" in exchange for becoming the apprentice of a tenth-tier magic caster. This secret arrangement raises doubts in the emperor's mind about Fluder's loyalty.
Emperor El Nix, acutely aware of his precarious position, plans to forge a human alliance against Nazarick while maintaining the facade of friendship. This intricate web of deception and strategic maneuvering turns out to be part of Demiurge's grand scheme—something Ainz remains oblivious to, as he is kept in the dark about Demiurge's true intentions.
The episode concludes with the revelation that the title "Sorcerer King" has been chosen as Ainz's new designation once he establishes his own nation.
Upon arrival at the tomb, the emperor and his entourage are quickly reminded of the overwhelming power of Ainz Ooal Gown. They are greeted by maids who can control the weather and serve extraordinary refreshments, as well as the intimidating presence of Death Knights. Fluder, the emperor's chief wizard, is simultaneously terrified and fascinated by the display of power, wavering between awe and the realization of their precarious situation.
During their audience with Ainz Ooal Gown, the atmosphere remains cordial until Demiurge, disguised as a beast, interrupts them. He takes offense at the emperor's use of honorifics, which imply equality with Lord Ainz. Ainz seizes this diplomatic blunder to graciously forgive the emperor for his earlier transgression—allowing workers to infiltrate Nazarick.
To the emperor's surprise, Ainz agrees to his proposal of an alliance, in which Ainz would establish and rule a land with the empire's assistance. This agreement, reached with unexpected ease, leaves the emperor both relieved and skeptical.
After their departure, the emperor notices Fluder's uncharacteristic eagerness to return to the capital. Unbeknownst to him, Fluder has already secretly pledged to assist "Momon" in exchange for becoming the apprentice of a tenth-tier magic caster. This secret arrangement raises doubts in the emperor's mind about Fluder's loyalty.
Emperor El Nix, acutely aware of his precarious position, plans to forge a human alliance against Nazarick while maintaining the facade of friendship. This intricate web of deception and strategic maneuvering turns out to be part of Demiurge's grand scheme—something Ainz remains oblivious to, as he is kept in the dark about Demiurge's true intentions.
The episode concludes with the revelation that the title "Sorcerer King" has been chosen as Ainz's new designation once he establishes his own nation.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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