Sword Art Online is a Japanese light novel series that follows the adventures of Kirito, a skilled gamer, in a virtual reality MMORPG world. The story takes place in the year 2022, where the latest VRMMORPG game, Sword Art Online, is released. Players are able to fully immerse themselves in the game using a Nerve Gear, a device that stimulates the user's senses, allowing them to feel as if they are actually inside the game. The story takes a dramatic turn when the game's creator, Akihiko Kayaba, traps all of the players inside the game, preventing them from logging out. The only way to escape is to complete all 100 levels of the game, and if a player dies in the game, they also die in real life. As Kirito battles his way through the game, he meets other players and forms strong bonds with them, including Asuna, a skilled swordswoman and his love interest. The two eventually marry in-game and become one of the most formidable duos in the game. Sword Art Online has spawned multiple adaptations, including manga, anime, and video games. The anime adaptation, produced by A-1 Pictures, has been praised for its stunning visuals and i...