TV / Summer 2012
Sword Art Online
The story
Synopsis
When a cutting edge virtual reality game becomes a prison for its players, a skilled young gamer must navigate a vast fantasy world where in game consequences carry real world weight. Known for his solo playstyle, Kirito is forced to cooperate with other players, including the determined Asuna, as they confront escalating challenges on each floor of a tower…
Characters
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Kirigaya, Kazuto
Main | Japanese VA: Matsuoka, Yoshitsugu
Yuuki, Asuna
Main | Japanese VA: Tomatsu, Haruka
Yui
Supporting | Japanese VA: Itou, Kanae
Suguha Kirigaya
Main | Japanese VA: Taketatsu, Ayana
Ryoutarou Tsuboi
Supporting | Japanese VA: Hirata, Hiroaki
Keiko Ayano
Supporting | Japanese VA: Hidaka, Rina
Relations
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Sword Art Online II
Sequel | 2014
Sword Art Online: Progressive Movie - Hoshi Naki Yoru no Aria
Alternative Version
Staff
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Itou, Tomohiko
Director, Episode Director, Storyboard
Kawahara, Reki
Original Creator
Kashiwada, Shinichirou
Producer
Miki, Kazuma
Producer
Mori, Yasunori
Producer
Adachi, Shingo
Character Design, Chief Animation Director
Latest Episodes
Recent episodes from Sword Art Online.
Episode 12: Yui's Heart
Aired Sep 23, 2012
Episode 11: The Girl of Morning Dew
Aired Sep 16, 2012
Episode 10: Crimson Killing Intent
Aired Sep 9, 2012
Episode 9: The Blue-Eyed Demon
Aired Sep 2, 2012
Episode 8: The Sword Dance of White and Black
Aired Aug 26, 2012
Episode 7: The Temperature of the Heart
Aired Aug 19, 2012
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