Get ready for a mind-blowing collaboration between two of the most popular anime franchises – a joint spinoff anime is currently in development! yes, it’s Overlord X The Eminence in Shadow.
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But wait, there’s more – the project will also showcase the charming chibi animation of the beloved short anime “Ple Ple Pleiades.” The only downside is that the grand premiere is scheduled for April Fool’s Day in the year 2138, so you’ll have to mark your calendars and wait patiently. Trust us, this crossover is going to be worth the wait!
Overlord
“Overlord” is a popular Japanese light novel series written by Kugane Maruyama and illustrated by so-bin. The series was adapted into a manga and anime series. The anime adaptation was produced by Madhouse and directed by Naoyuki Itou.
The story follows the protagonist, Momonga, who is a powerful wizard and player of a popular online game called Yggdrasil. However, when the game is shut down, he finds himself trapped in the game’s world with his non-player character servants. Momonga decides to take on the new name of Ainz Ooal Gown and decides to rule the game’s world while trying to uncover the truth behind his situation.
The anime series premiered in 2015 and currently has three seasons, with a total of 39 episodes. The first season aired from July to September 2015, the second season aired from January to April 2018, and the third season aired from July to October 2018. The anime has received positive reviews for its unique premise, interesting characters, and stunning animation.
The Eminence in Shadow
“The Eminence in Shadow” is a Japanese light novel series written by Daisuke Aizawa and illustrated by Touzai. The story follows the protagonist, Shadow, who is a young boy with a vivid imagination and a love for all things related to secret organizations and espionage. Despite being an ordinary high school student, Shadow becomes convinced that he is destined to become the ultimate mastermind of the shadow world, where secret organizations operate in the shadows and carry out covert missions.
With his friends, he forms his own secret organization, “The Shadow Garden,” and sets out to achieve his dream of becoming the ultimate mastermind. However, his plans often go awry due to his lack of real-world experience and the fact that the shadow world may not be as glamorous as he had imagined.
The anime adaptation of “The Eminence in Shadow” was produced by Doga Kobo and premiered in 2023. The anime has 20 episodes and follows Shadow’s journey as he tries to make his dream a reality. The series has been praised for its unique take on the isekai genre and its humor.
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