Hey there anime fans, waiting for a brand new season of your favourite animes? Well, you are at the right place then. This article is especially for the fans of Overlord, who are eagerly waiting for the release of season 5. At the current times, anime series have become a primary source of entertainment for fans worldwide. Even though its origin country is Japan, anime has a fan base all over the world. This explosive global popularity has helped the anime industry to grow and flourish during the last few years. Overlord is one such anime that has a huge fan base worldwide. The captivating story of this anime series has captured the hearts of many. However, after the end of season 4, there was no news of the release date of the next season which made the fans anxious about the ending. Fans are eager to know the release date of Overlord season 5. So, when is it coming? Or rather, is it coming or not? Let’s find out.
What is Overlord About?
Before we jump into the updates about season 5, let’s get to know what Overlord is about. Why is there so much hype regarding this series? Overlord is a fantasy anime where the main character unknowingly enters the world of online games. The plot of the series centres around the virtual game named “Yggdrasil”. This type of anime plot is famous among anime fans in the name of “Isekai” genre. Overlord is the kind of anime where fantasy meets reality flawlessly. To make it even better, the protagonist of this anime is not some kind of superhero, rather he is a regular salaryman named Suzuki Satoru. In the game, he plays the character Momonga who is the leader of a powerful group named “Ainz Ooal Gown”. Trapped physically inside the game, Momonga finds it difficult to get out of the world and go through some adventurous experiences.
Unable to free himself from the game world, Momoga embraces the identity of the game character Ainz Ooal Gown who is an undead overlord. He started exploring his power along with exploring the world he found himself trapped in. Soon after he realised that he might not be the only character trapped inside the game. So, he started finding other people who shared the same fate as him inside the unfamiliar game world. The story explores the dimensions of power and politics as Aniz become a powerful leader of a virtual world from a salaried employee. He continuously improves his condition and expands his leadership to create a sense of accomplishment. Despite his great power, he is always cautious about the potential harm from unknown enemies. This unique plot line of Overlord successfully grabbed the attention of the anime lovers and made them anticipate the ending with great curiosity.
What is the Possible Release Date of Overlord Season 5?
Well, it has been over 2 years since the last season of Overlord came out. It is only natural that the fans are curious about the release of the next season. The first season of Overlord came out in 2015. The story of this anime is based on the light novels written by the author Kugane Maruyama. As of now, the original novel has a total of 16 volumes. The four seasons of the anime covered till 14th volume of the Light novel leaving the last two. This is the reason fans are speculating that the 5th season would be the final season of this legendary anime series. The final season should cover the last two volumes and let the series finish on a satisfactory note for now.
However, there is still no confirmation of the release date of Overlord season 5. Despite all the anticipation and excitement, the fans have shown regarding season 5, they started losing hope due to the lack of information regarding the 5th season. However, one group of fans are still optimistic about the release of season 5 and eagerly waiting for any news regarding that. The writer of the Light novels, Kugane Maruyama confirmed the novel series will have a total of 18 volumes and he is working on that. So, there is a possibility that the Overlord season will come out after the competition of the novel series. This way season 5 can be the final season covering the last 4 volumes of the novel.
What Can We Expect from Overlord Season 5?
The specific details regarding the storyline of the Season 5 is still unknown. However, as we have realised that the 5th season will cover the final volumes of the light novels, fans can get some idea from this. Overlord fans who already have finished the novels have a direction regarding how the story may turn out in the next season. Following the storyline of the novel, season 5 might focus on the strategy and prowess of Ainz Ooal Gown to strengthen his rules. It may also show the challenges he might face from the old and new enemies. In this season we might see the Overlord world on the brink of a war situation. Another arc of this season can be the Elven Kingdom conflict which can be beneficial for the empowerment of Aniz. Finally, considering this will be the final season, the mystery behind the main character’s entry into the virtual world can also unfold. So, it is clear that the fans are eagerly waiting for all the answers to be solved in this final season. Hence, all of them are eagerly waiting for Overlord season 5 to come soon.
The Probable Cast for the Next Season
As there is no confirmation of season 5, there is also no official cast list confirmation for this season. However, fans speculated that the cast will remain the same for the last season as well. After all, we do not want the original flavour to change. Here is the possible cast list for Overlord season 5.
- Ainz Ooal Gown, The central character – Satoshi Hino
- Albedo, The possible love interest of Aniz – Yumi Hara
- Shalltear Bloodfallen, The vampire and Nazarick Floor Guardian – Sumire Uesaka
- Aura Bella Fiora, The beast-tamer dark elf twin – Emiri Kato
- Mare Bello Fiore, The shy twin brother of Aura – Yumi Uchiyama
- Demiurge, The cunning demon and Floor Guardian – Masayuki Katou
- Cocytus, The loyal insectoid Floor Guardian – Kenta Miyake
Wrapping Up
Despite the craze and popularity of Overlord, the release of season 5 is still uncertain. However, amongst all the speculation and rumours of Overlord season 5 not coming anymore, the fans remained hopeful. We all need a grand closure of this fabulous anime season. We believe that the creator will not disappoint us. However, if you are really curious and want to know the ending, you can give the Light novels a try. And for those who want to see it on screen, let’s hope for the best.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When will Overlord Season 5 come out?
There is no confirmation regarding the lease of season 5 yet.
Who is the main character of Overlord?
The main character’s name is Suzuki Satoru, a normal salaried individual. He entered the virtual game world as the game character Ainz Ooal Gown.
