[Translation] Maruyama's Tenth Anniversary Create Your Own Original Character(OC) In Overlord Rules

 

Its been ten years since the publication of Overlord 1 The Undead King. 

And so everyone would like to give thanks for all the support. 

Maruyama Kugane  

It's Overlord's tenth anniversary, but to tell you the truth the Web Novel began in 2010. And so for Maruyama it has been twelve years. Looking back on it, it's been a long time. Lot of memories and so on from comments over those ten years...... There were also lots of things Editor-chan said too...................................

Did you think Maruyama would be upfront with his feelings?! 

[ZN: Watashi wa Momonga desu. ] 

Without minding the trouble it took to write,  and the increasing difficulty in releasing setting details, as well as my own desires, even if it's not interesting, I persevered in completing the writing. So that everyone could indulge in their profoundest thoughts and wildest delusions of their "alter egos in the world of Overlord". 

By the way this is version 1.11. Please permit a few laughs at any inconsistencies that crop up while playing, and readjust to fit your inner thoughts. Also when you want to surpass the strong, you have to leave ideas of balance behind right? Because of those possibilities, please leaves those thoughts aside. Maruyama also doesn't use this for writing the books, so don't dwell on this in the future. The difference between highest grade Job and Advanced job also are nebulous, just like Level is. That said doubts remain.  

This selection method doesn't particularly require dice so they are not necessary. Give everyone cards labeled S, A, B, C,D,E. The scale of value starts at the left (with S and descends to E). Of course, naturally after you make a choice that card can no longer be used. The options encompass Level Limit, Origins, Ability Score, Special Item, Talent, and Connections. After . Feel free after reading them to use a card for the ones you like. 

Level Limit(Level Caps):

  Your alter ego's Level Limit(Level Cap). Just because you can grow up to this level does not mean you will not die on the way to it. In terms of adventuring, think of this as the level you are aiming for (climbing) to. Please think that at least as far as prospects are concerned yours will be quite strong.

A person that uses the S-Card is Level 41

A person that uses the A-Card is Level 35

A person that uses the B-card is Level 31

A person that uses the C-card is Level 28

A person that uses the D-card is Level 24

A person that uses the E-card is Level 19

 *And this level also determines to what extent you are attractive to the opposite sex.  Those who become as strong as their limit give off this impression (even when you don't try to stand out, or otherwise performing ordinary behavior).

 

S: To the extent that at least in ten countries families want to adopt you into the family via marriage with brides. It's also to the extent that members of the opposite sex follow you around enough to inconvenience you resulting in feelings of wanting to run away. Perhaps even the same sex. Or rather you will be well liked even by the same sex.

A:To the extent that at least several countries have families who want to adopt you into the family using brides.Depending on the circumstances nations around the area may have a conference where each nation's royalty or depending on circumstances nobility may force members of the opposite sex upon you. After all, your power may destroy the balance of power between nations.

B: Brides of the greater ranked aristocracy and royalty from the nation you live in approach you in talks of becoming a groom.

C: Brides of the greater ranked aristocracy broker talks with you becoming a groom.

D: It's extremely likely that you are deemed number one by members of the opposite sex in a large city and their availability for a marriage with you is extremely favorable. Otherwise medium-ranked nobles may bring talks of husbands and brides to you

E: In a small town you are deemed number one by members of the opposite sex, and their availability for getting married is extremely favorable. 

To go further forcibly affix demarcations about individual combat ability(sentou nouryokou),   

 

S can cause mayhem at a national scale (they are also irreplaceable)

A can cause mayhem at a national scale (spares may exist)

B [can cause mayhem] at the level of the area around multiple cities

C [can cause mayhem] at the level of a large city

D [can cause mayhem] at the level of a medium-sized city

E [can cause mayhem ]at the level of a small city
Maa, I'd be happy if you understood that S-class individuals are people you absolutely do not want to make into enemies. ......In that case are S-class people invincible?  I wrote this somewhere in the past however those slightly weaker in close proximity to you can cooperate in killing you, which isn't quite invincible. Also one shouldn't make an enemy of too many people. Won't that result in you being cornered? Before that I'd imagine all sorts of attempts at negotiations would transpire.

 Origins: 

People who use the S-Card have reincarnated. And you possess knowledge about YGGDRASIL. And perhaps you were  a resident of that same damned world or perhaps you were a reader of Overlord?  If it's the latter then it's a tragic story indeed. Of all things the world of Overlord...... How many more better worlds you could of gone to instead....? Perhaps it's a punishment.  To be dropped into the slaugtherhouse(land of carnage).  Maa, there's no graceful way to lament. Due to the information of your special birth from Level 20 onwards you have the chance acquire the highest-grade Jobs (that is to say  Classes you learn Level 75 and up in YGGDRASIL). As well you can start with the Basic Job. 

 Even if your ability is not high, you  very likely possess a trump card that when used skillfully can turn the odds against someone higher rank. Please multiply the upper Level Limit you pulled and multiply by 0.6. Then add to the Level Limit(Level Cap), that's the limit on the rank you rival, however be  aware there are situations where you are bounded by your ability. So if they are aware of [your trump card] this magnification plummets to 0.1 .

......Don't forget as one's Level Limit(Level Cap) is higher the more likely there are members of the opposite sex surrounding you. They won't betray you? In this world things like fascination mental manipulation type abilities exist? 

People who use the A-card are peculiar. Perhaps you belonged to a religious assassination sect, or perhaps you were born in an exceptional religious order. What matters is often these types of groups develop a special skill system that is the product of many sacrifices which you inherit. After Level 20 you have the chance to acquire Advanced ranked Job Classes (Classes you needed to be Level 50 to acquire in YGGDRASIL). Also it's possible to start with the foundational job class.

 Even if your ability is not high, you  very likely possess a trump card that when used skillfully can turn the odds against someone higher rank. Please multiply the upper Level Limit you pulled and multiply by 0.3. Then add to the Level Limit(Level Cap), that's the limit on the rank you rival, however be  aware there are situations where you are bounded by your ability. So if they are wary [of your trump card] this magnification plummets to 0.1 .  

People who used the B-card are the elites of society. You are someone born into the upper stratum of society. You may perhaps be of the aristocracy or a wealthy merchant. No matter, the likelihood you received tutelage (in education, training, etc) is very high. After Level 20 you have the chance to acquire intermediate  ranked job classes (Classes you needed to be Level 25 to acquire in YGGDRASIL). Also it's possible to start with the foundational job class. 

Your ability is slightly above average, you're outstanding. Please multiply the upper Level Limit you pulled and multiply by 0.1. Then add to the Level Limit(Level Cap), that's the limit on the rank you rival, however be  aware there are situations where your ability being restricted are different. So if they are wary this magnification plummets to 0.0 .  

 

 People who used the C-card are intermediately ranked. You were a child to a household that could afford tutelage of some kind. As a result you could start with the foundational class. However if you can acquire an intermediately ranked job depends on luck. 

People who used the D-card are of the commonfolk. You were born among the common folk. This is different from being born in poor circumstances. Pretty much most people are born among the common folk. Since a young age however you probably helped support the family financially.  You probably acquired two levels in a pragmatic Ordinary Job [class]. This would most likely be seen as a demerit in regards to your overall Level limit.  This Ordinary Job was not something you freely choose, don't forget your origin as one of the common folk. 

People who used the E-card are those of a pitiful caste. As a slave or so on, you most likely did not have the freedom to choose a job.In this case you were forced to acquire 5 Levels in a useless Ordinary Job [class].I don't mind if you freely choose a Job Class, but keep in mind this is a class that was beaten into you.  

As for specific definitions for now, a Foundational Class is something like Fighter or Wizard, and basically all classes you begin with. You can't begin without it.

 

 

Ability Score:

 This is the height of your talent for a unmodified ability score(things like your physical strength or mental capacity and so forth).  In the case someone uses a high-value card, it results in a bonus additional percentage to the limit level. For example, someone with Level Limit(Level Cap) of Level 41 with a 25 percent bonus means that should they train themselves to their limit would have strength corresponding to a Level 51 person (41 * 1.25).  Other than that, the speed by which they grow and the probability they survive [saving rolls?] also increases. However caution is to be advised. In Overlord, Level is an absolute stat. Even should your ability be high, that does not compensate against the absolutes of Level such as the number of skills one can use, the damage dampening effects from level differentials, and the Tier of magic one can use. In the previous case of the Level 51 it does not mean you need to especially cautious if they use a Skill or Spell. However the power of their magic can be quite high.

 *Shouldn't one's age being low or high also have an effect?If one's age is only a single digit or they are advanced in age, perhaps a 20 Percent penalty is fine. In that regard it's fine to handle it however you prefer.

Personally I would give a penalty. 

Someone who uses the S-card is a genius (Tensai). Surely a Genius has [a bonus of] their Level + 50%. When you are told one thing, you hear ten things. Level may be an absolute index however when it comes time to face an opponent in battle, surely their eyes will open from the results of your talent, astonished at your Ability that surpasses Level. And in your opponent's confusion a chance is born to deal a lethal blow.

Someone who uses the A-card is a prodigy (Shuusai). With a bonus of Level + 25 Percent they are inferior to a Genius, nevertheless they possess ability of a very high natural talent. A Prodigy that works hard surely surpasses a Genius that does not work hard.

Someone who uses the B-card is a talented person. As they hold talent to some extent they have a bonus of Level + 10%, they are the big fish in a small pond (in small groupings their talent is clear). Surely they have good prospects to be teachers or mentors. As the scale widens to middle and grander stages with Geniuses and Prodigies, they can't avoid finishing in second or third place however. 

People who use the C-card are unremarkable. There are no modifiers. There is nothing to lament however. Surely the (majority of others in the) world at large lies in this realm.

Someone who uses the D-card is stupid. Unfortunately the path you walk will be somewhat rough as you have a Level - 10 percent. You will fall behind people who exert the same amount of effort as you are inferior at learning. But it's important to not become depressed. In that case things will be fine if you work twice as hard.

Someone who uses the E-card is Maruyama. Level - 20 Percent. You have no talent! Surely you will blunder on the road you tread. If you can survive alone that road is questionable. It will come down to luck. Should you be abandoned.... your life will surely be miserable. 

And thus Ability Score also affects to what extent  the absolutely powerful (True Dragon Lords and Nazarick and so forth) are willing to approach you for an invitation(solicitation). These super higher-order beings grant invitations(solicitations) more for talent than Level.

 

S: Surely you will be solicited once. Even if you are defeated they will spare your life and solicit you once again.

 

A: You would be solicited once. Should you be defeated however, whether or not they kill you depends on luck.

B: It is not very likely they will solicit you. In the case you put effort into selling yourself however, it will then depend on your Limit Level (Level Cap).

Special Item: 

It's an item you acquired thanks to luck at some point in your life.  Perhaps it's an item you acquired from your ancestors. Perhaps you acquired it at some point in your lifetime. Please think about the finer details yourself.  

People who use the S-card possess a World-Class Item...... Nee, wait how did you even acquire that? People are absolutely going to aim to end your life you know? Fundamentally you do have the overwhelming potential to overturn any combat encounter in a single use(grand slam) however.  Perhaps you could even achieve victory against an entire nation's military. For Defense and all the other types you can perfectly resurrect the dead at no penalty, heal every conceivable wound and illness, cure all poisons, and even have an absolute defense among other things. Perhaps if you used this item you could even achieve victory against those like the True Dragon Lords or Players.  Should you use it once however, there would be those who would aim for your life. They may do this via assassination attempts with assassins or by sending honey traps and so forth. If you are unlucky, after using it several times, Ainz, after preparing for certain victory may begin to move [to target you]. 

 A person that uses the A-card possess an item of YGGDRASIL origin or otherwise an item crafted by the True Dragon Lords. It's an item whose name would be known among at least ten nearby countries. Should you present the item to a prominent figure they would be willing to contemplate your pleas.  For True Dragon Lords that isn't an exaggeration. That doesn't mean they wont' still aim [to end your] life. A 5 Level difference may be difficult but it isn't impossible to overturn [with one of these items].

Someone who uses the B-card possess a masterpiece(meihin) item made by the hand of a skilled craftsmen and further enchanted with spellcraft by a high ranking magic caster. It's of such quality that various countries know of it's name. It is something that not even Adamantite ranked adventures may have. Should you sell it, one can live a rich life for several years/generations.

Someone who uses the C-card . It is something passed down from parent to child for generations. It can be purchased for a considerably large sum as it contains great amounts of magical power but no famous legends about it remain despite it's amazing power. It may be possible for it to serve as a guarantee of your social status as well. 

A person that uses the D-card has a run-of-the-mill magic item. It isn't something novice adventurers can acquire, for example full body armor, within these limitations however it would be about right to be a well crafted item from a skilled craftsmen?

A person that uses the E-card actually possesses a debt, the reverse (of a special item). If the debt belongs to your parent or to you is immaterial, ultimately you possess a debt. For that reason, your equipment as a Mercenary or Adventurer is not in good order. Or otherwise it's incomplete(in good order). Thus, you receive a penalty of -10 Percent of your Level Limit (Level Cap). 

Talent:

 Unusual powers people are born with. 

Someone who uses the S-card is "amazing".  In a game it would be like 100 Percent resistance. That is to say if it was fire you would be invincible against it. Those that make sometimes invincible against strikes and so on also exist. Talents also scale in power that also have restricted number of uses and prerequisites.  For example, if a human had the Talent to use one Eighth Tier spell(which is normally impossible to reach for humanity) one time once a day.  In that case for this class of Talent then it should be possible to also cast one Tenth Tier spell once a week...... Perhaps it's reasonable to be able to use a single Sixth Tier magic regularly for the magic of Overlord? Being able to use this sort of magic is amazing, however because your basis is ability scores, one demerit is it would be considerably weaker than if Ainz had cast these spells. Please defer to the mental image you like however. 

People who use the A-card are "amazing".  In games it would be like 50 percent resistance. In this class of Talent it would be like being able to cast a single Sixth Tier spell one time once a day? It should be a single Eighth Tier once a week? in the case you possess special eyes they can see through the all Systems.

 

Someone who uses the B-card has a "useful" Talent. For example having 25 percent more physical strength than regular people or they have special eyes (they can perceive the Arcane system)

 

A person that uses the C-card has a "Not Useless But not particularly Useful" Talent. For example being able to walk 5 steps on the surface of water without sinking or being able to predict tomorrow's weather with a 70 percent accuracy.  Ones like those. Shouldn't it also be possible to use 0th Tier magic.  Likely it should be probable at the tip of one's finger one can form a light similar to a candle. 

Someone who uses the D-card has a Talent that is "nonexistent". 

A person that uses the E-card has no Talent. I wanted to add some sort of demerit but nothing in particular came to mind. Please think of some suitable minus(negative) setting like being one rank lower at things.  Even if you are not worth consdieration and a superior feels irritated (that doesn't turn away from helping) so long as they  give instructions for work you should be fine?

By the way Brain is B, Nfirea is A-S, and Evileye is EX.

 Connections:  

This may not play a part in your strength but it is not something you can look down upon. , you can purchase excellent equipment, and is filled with various benefits in everyday life. In the case your competency isn't high  despite your high level......you are someone unskilled at making a living, or someone who is only used, or who becomes a traveler at the drop of a hat, or an incomplete person of great talent.

Those who use the S-card possess a connection to the world's top class influential organizations. ......How? Maa, anyway, this is a connection to Tsa or Ainz and the like. As a result should you appeal for a resolution to any conceivable situation it would be resolved. However you must exercise caution as this power is not your own, as your companion's thoughts may differ from your own.  If you continue to rely on aid, the favors you owe will accumulate and you may be asked for repayment. Supposing the Sorcerer Kingdom was to attack your country, no matter what you could not produce a new outcome, however, this rank of connection would overturn the organization's policy and maintain peace for approximately 100 years; "We promise to not take action until the time of your grandchildren"

 

A person who posseses the A-card has a connection to a single person in the world's top class. Disregarding your companion's organization this connection rivals that of the one for people who used the S-card. This is like how Shizu stuck a 1-yen sticker onto Neia. She would be able to make a request to any member of the Pleiades, and should Demiurge decree for her death they would say "Please pardon her". However, they cannot go against decisions of the organization or the top ranking person. 

 

A person who uses the B-card has a connection to a person with a lot of influence in several countries. This is a King-ranked connection. When traveling in that nation, things will go extremely smoothly internally. This depends case-by-case, but this would be equivalent to a a connection to a powerful person like Fluder. These are people like Heroes or Outliers. Speaking bluntly, connections to those types of people are a check against assassins and antagonism. If one is not careful they would make an enemy of someone capable of causing mayhem at the scope of a nation, so they would need to deliberate on significant gains before facing such potential hostility. 

 

A person who uses the C-card  has a connection to someone with a lot of influence in a single country. This is a connection to someone of high rank like a Marquis or Duke. This depends on a case-by-case basis but this connection might even be useable in neighboring nations, even if it's not as effective there.  Would a connection to Adamantite-ranked adventurers be in this class?

People with the D-card possess a rival. Fundamentally they are not helpful toward you, but should you be at a loss as what to do they would be an ally.   However they probably will not help to the extent where they have to risk their life. 

 

A person with the E-card unfortunately has an enemy(nemesis). It is an individual like an Outlier or else a powerful nation [if it isn't a single person]. It is extremely likely they have already made plans to take your life. Your standard of living is one level lower than it should be due to constantly being on the run from pursuers. Otherwise you have to bear in mind much of your spare time is spent anticpating conflicts from the schemes of your enemy(nemesis) .

  I don't mind that if you decide to drop down by one grade they would be willing to put their life on the line for you once? That's restricted to those people who use up to the C-card. For example if someone used the C-card, they would get a D-[ranked] rival setting. In this case your rival would be willing to put their life on the line to save you once. In addition if you use an S-card, you get an A [ranked] person, for example someone like Demiurge, with this setting [of being willing to risk his life once] he would do something like prostrate himself before Ainz to reconsider sparing your life, despite how offensive it would be for Albedo.

That's it. Now please create your OC(alter ego).

 Everyone, what feeling did the character from your delusions take? I have the feeling many people would take a high Level Limit(Level Cap). Bear in mind someone with a weak Level Limit(Level Cap) but with a World class item and a high level of connections will probably end up happier. The Level you can reach with S is [only] Level 41. I'm sorry to say there are many far powerful enemies. For those with an S in Items or Talent might have a chance [at happiness]...... But I believe if your level is low it would be common for you to be killed to steal it....I don't think other people would want to make a Level 41 person their enemy, so simply by being strong you can live a long life.
Things like that are what I want to hear from everyone. And now to think about the enemy your alter ego would face in the end. Everyone, is your alter ego a powerful person? Are they an aimless drifter?Do they belong to an organization? A country?  What sort of organization? Please ponder it freely.
And now everyone we need to decide on the last boss. I don't particularly mind if you don't select one. Everyone please reflect on your delusions. I don't mind if you disregard things that would contradict those settings. This doesn't mean the [last boss] will challenge you directly. You can think about patterns where they send subordinates against you from the shadows. They may even consider offering a solicitation should your prove your worth several times, or they may seriously try to kill you etc there are all sorts of patterns and variations.  Everyone, I leave the finer details of the settings up to your delusions. It may be good to think about why they are aiming for you. I dont mind if you decide for yourself but for those that like to let fortune decide, let me introduce some [last bosses].

Please grab two six-sided dice in hand. ......Many people may not have any. In that case, please open one of those many sites instead [to simulate rolling dice].  Sum the total of the two dice. How did you do?

 

 

2:   Ainz AND someone among the Nazarick Floor Guardians AND multiple high level servants.

3: Someone among the Nazarick Floor Guardians. The dice decide which. Please roll the dice. (1: Shalltear, 2: Cocytus, 3: Mare, 4: Aura, 5: Demiurge, 6: Albedo)

 4~5:  A local, powerful member of a Humanoid or Demihuman Race (please roll two more dice once again). Then add 45 to the result. That is the adversary's level). These are special existences those of extraordinary births or those descended from Players and the like.They are highly likely to hold considerable influence to make nations take action.

 6~7: Someone from the Pleiades(or several). Maruyama's assumption is that the [equivalent of a] last boss for a native would be a member of the Pleiades.

8~9: A powerful, local member of a Heteromorph race (please roll two dice. Then add 50. That is the adversary's level. )These are special existences, those of extraordinary births or those descended from Players and the like. The reason for their involvement can be numerous, patterns such as acting of their own accord or being paid gold etc.

10:  A power of the Platinum Dragon Lord (Collaborators and Subordinates etc, the Dragon Lord himself does not get involved, however that depends on a case-by-case basis......)

 11: One of the True Dragon Lords. May be people connected to the Platinum Dragon Lord, or they may not be.

 12: One of the Six Dragons

[ZN: Literally Six Dragons. Most likely the Six Dragon Lord Anti Player Alliance members.]

 Well anyways Maruyama's tenth anniversary message has this sort of feeling...... Message? Everyone thanks for all sorts of things!