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Overlord, Vol. 16 (light novel)

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In Overlord, Vol. 16, Ainz and Mare disguise themselves to join Aura in a dark elf village, where forming friendships proves unexpectedly challenging. The villagers struggle to understand these extraordinary newcomers. Meanwhile, the Theocracy's invasion threatens the elf capital, pushing Ainz into decisive action as influential figures with their own agendas converge on the besieged city.
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Who knew making friends could be this hard? Ainz and Mare have donned disguises and joined Aura in the dark elf village, where things aren't exactly going according to plan. The villagers have no idea how they should interact with these extraordinary visitors, and it looks like finding some friends for the twins is going to be a lot tougher than expected.

Meanwhile, the Theocracy's invasion finally knocks on the doors of the elf capital, prompting Ainz to make his move even as some of this world’s most powerful figures pursue their own interests in the besieged city.

Overlord, Vol. 16 (light novel) offers an intriguing mix of diplomacy, strategy, and the complex dynamics of inter-racial relationships set in a fantastical realm.

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ISBN: 9781975367800

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Yen Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 142.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 246

About the Author

Kugane Maruyama is the author behind the Overlord novel series.

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