Slane Theocracy

A nation that once brainwashed a Floor Guardian of Nazarick.

The Slane Theocracy is a nation mentioned in the novel series Overlord, written by Kugane Maruyama and illustrated by so-bin, and its anime and manga adaptations. It is known for its actions against non-human beings, including an incident where they brainwashed Shalltear Bloodfallen, a Floor Guardian of the Great Tomb of Nazarick, causing her to rebel until she was killed and later resurrected by Ainz.

Lore & Background

The Slane Theocracy is responsible for brainwashing Shalltear Bloodfallen, the vampire Guardian of Nazarick's First, Second, and Third Floors. This act caused Shalltear to rebel against Nazarick until Ainz killed her and she was later resurrected. After the incident, Shalltear blamed herself despite having had no control over herself, and while she later recovered, she remained insecure and often belittled herself. The Theocracy's actions demonstrate their capability to influence even the most powerful beings in Nazarick, as Shalltear is noted as the strongest Floor Guardian in raw combat ability, specializing in both melee and magic combat.

Reader's Guide

The Slane Theocracy is a nation that has demonstrated the ability to brainwash and control powerful beings, as seen with Shalltear Bloodfallen. Their actions against Nazarick's Floor Guardians show they are willing to use such tactics to achieve their goals. Players and readers should note that the Theocracy's methods can affect even the most powerful characters in the series, as Shalltear was the most powerful Floor Guardian in terms of overall stats. The Theocracy's involvement in the story highlights the dangers of their capabilities and the potential for further conflicts with Nazarick.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the Slane Theocracy hostile toward non-humans?

Driven by a doctrine that views all non-human races as demons, the Theocracy actively hunts and exterminates beings like elves and dwarves to protect humanity. This ideology stems from their historical conflict with the Dragon Lords and their desire to prevent similar threats.

What happened when they attacked Nazarick?

The Theocracy secretly brainwashed Shalltear Bloodfallen, a Floor Guardian of Nazarick, causing her to rebel against Ainz Ooal Gown. Although she was eventually defeated and resurrected by the Supreme Being, this incident exposed their covert operations and magical capabilities.

What is the ultimate fate of the Slane Theocracy?

As of the current canon, the nation remains a major antagonist but has not been fully destroyed or conquered by Ainz Ooal Gown. Their continued existence serves as a persistent threat that forces Nazarick to strategize against their advanced holy magic and intelligence network.