Overlord

What is Overlord?

When the virtual reality game Yggdrasil shuts down in 2138, player Momonga refuses to log out and discovers himself transformed into a powerful skeleton wizard. As NPCs gain consciousness and emotions, Momonga must navigate this newly sentient world and establish his dominance. This action-packed fantasy series explores themes of power, isolation, and unexpected bonds in a game-turned-reality.

The story takes place in the year 2138 when virtual reality gaming is booming. Yggdrasil, a popular online game is quietly shut down one day. However, the protagonist Momonga decides to not log out. Momonga is then transformed into the image of a skeleton as "the most powerful wizard." The world continues to change, with non-player characters (NPCs) beginning to feel emotion. Having no parents, friends, or place in society, this ordinary young man Momonga then strives to take over the new world the game has become. (Source: Anime News Network)