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In the author's own words:

"The main character of the book is a skeletal mage, leading a large evil organization like the last boss of a game.
I don't believe the main characters in novels and movies who rescue people without asking for anything in return.
Readers who acknowledge that prioritizing yourself is the right mentality will enjoy this book.
It's very direct."

After reading it, he was right.

Story + Character + Enjoyment -
... This series is in the view point of the invaders instead of the more common angle of the invaded.
It takes heavy inspiration from d&d and other mythology and has a distinct "strategy + game" feeling to it.
The protagonist of Overlord isn’t the type who only deals with the danger right before them, but one who will take the initiative to accomplish his goals and gain benefits for himself.
Detailed descriptions and subtle future hints are abound but do not defer in the enjoyment even for a reader who does not like reading that much.
The characters are all well characterized and developed even for those who do not have much screen time since the direct writing style really brings out the personalities in a clear and concise manner.

Art -
Beautifully drawn art by so-bin that fits the series and everything in it.
Marvelous.

Overall -
10/10
If is something to compare it to it would be Tolkien books.
Truly a masterpiece in the making not just in novels but in all of literature.

There are a lot of manga to read out there, so why pick up Toriko
I suppose the concept of a manga being based around food could be a turn off, but it's a lot more than that.

- Story -
It's about a hunter called Toriko who is out to complete the full course menu of his life.
He meets with a cook called Komatsu and from there travel together along with their friends Coco, Sani and Zebra to find "GOD" the ultimate ingredient which can save or end an era.

- Length-
Toriko has almost 400 chapters but it's easy read since the arcs have a fast ... pace and don't drag on however in the ladder half of the series it does rush the story a bit.
Nonetheless even with the fast pace everything still flows well and is not out of place, so you can finish one arc at a time at your own pace.

- Art -
Art is subjective.
The art has a wild gritty feeling to it just like nature and also has breathtaking beautiful moments as well.
The creature designs are amazing and really showcase each one's personality

- Adult main characters -
Different from a lot of current Shounen because the main characters aren't teenagers.
I find it refreshing, and it adds a touch of maturity.
The supporting cast offers a wide range of well developed personalities and are easy to grow attached to and their interactions with each other are interesting to see.

- Lot's of crazy and unique abilities
- Over the top fights
- The atmosphere and scenery
- THE WORLD BUILDING IS AMAZING
- Great monster and animal designs
- Food (hunting and cooking ingredients)
- Epic story with funny, tender and heart warming moments and surprises
- Philosophical sayings about food and life from time to time, makes you think what food really means in your everyday life

- Overall -
10/10
A must read fantasy series for all ages.