Sword Art Online: Alicization - War of Underworld

Alice reflects on the past six months since the battle with Administrator while living in Rulid Village with Kirito.

Six months have passed since the fierce battle against Administrator. Alice has brought Kirito to her childhood home, Rulid Village, where they live peacefully. Gazing out at the world that she saved with Kirito, Alice reflects on all that’s happened.

Alice Wields Osmanthus Blade to Defend Rulid Village from Dark Territory Assault

A military force originating from the Dark Territory launches an attack against Rulid Village. Despite having previously lost her motivation for combat, Alice decides to re-engage in battle. Her renewed determination stems from a desire to protect her family and the community that her companions, Kirito and Eugeo, had previously fought to save. Consequently, she retrieves and utilizes the Osmanthus Blade to confront the invading threat and defend the village from destruction.

The mysterious group attacking Ocean Turtle is revealed to be a secret NSA unit led by Gabriel.

The mysterious group that attacked the Ocean Turtle is revealed to be a secret unit under orders from the U.S. National Security Agency. Its leader, Gabriel, has previously battled Kirito and Sinon. This revelation exposes the true nature of the attackers and connects them to a higher authority, highlighting Gabriel's prior encounters with the main characters. The episode focuses on uncovering the identity of the assailants and their direct link to the NSA, while also referencing past conflicts involving Gabriel, Kirito, and Sinon to provide context for the current threat facing the group.

Shasta's peace plans thwarted by Emperor Vecta's return to the dark lands

Shasta, the commander of the Dark Territory’s dark knights, originally intended to utilize Administrator’s death as an opportunity to establish peace with the Human Empire. However, his strategic plans are abruptly interrupted and thwarted by the unexpected return of Emperor Vecta to the land of darkness. This sudden development disrupts Shasta's diplomatic efforts and alters the political landscape within the Dark Territory, forcing a shift in his immediate objectives as he confronts the implications of Vecta's reappearance and the potential conflict it may ignite with the Human Empire.

Alice joins the Human Empire alongside Kirito to prepare for the impending battle against overwhelming darkness.

Determined to defend humanity, Alice aligns herself with the Human Empire, accompanied by Kirito. Despite their resolve, the defenders face a severe disadvantage as the opposing forces of darkness possess overwhelming numbers. The Human Empire has only thirteen Integrity Knights available to stand against this massive threat. This episode highlights the strategic disparity and the heavy burden placed on these few warriors as they prepare for the conflict ahead. The narrative focuses on the alliance formed between Alice and Kirito and the limited military resources at their disposal during this critical moment in the war.

Gabriel as Emperor Vecta leads the land of darkness army toward the Human Empire

The Final Load Test has commenced, resulting in the collapse of the Eastern Gate. Gabriel, who is now Emperor Vecta, incites the massive army from the land of darkness to advance. This force pushes forward directly toward the Human Empire. The narrative focuses on the immediate aftermath of the gate's destruction and the mobilization of the opposing military power under the new leadership of Gabriel. The text confirms the ongoing conflict and the strategic movement of the dark army against the human forces without detailing specific combat outcomes or further plot developments beyond this initial advance.

Renly Fears Battle and Allows Goblins to Reach Kirito's Tent

Integrity Knight Renly Synthesis Twenty-Seven experiences his first combat situation and chooses to flee his post. His retreat creates a vulnerability that enables goblins from the forces of darkness to infiltrate the area. These enemies successfully enter the tent where Kirito is located. This sequence of events highlights Renly's inability to handle the pressure of his initial battle, directly compromising the security of the camp and endangering Kirito through the unauthorized presence of hostile creatures.

Integrity Knight Alice's Art Causes Casualties and Reveals Emperor Vecta's Goal

The Integrity Knight Alice unleashes a powerful formal art that inflicts severe casualties on the forces of darkness. After the battle, she encounters a survivor from the enemy ranks. During this encounter, she learns that Emperor Vecta's primary objective is to locate the Priestess of Light. This revelation highlights the ongoing conflict between the light and dark forces, as Alice's combat prowess significantly impacts the battlefield while uncovering critical information about the antagonist's intentions.

Gabriel Commands His Army to Capture Alice While Sheyta Steps Forward

Upon seeing Alice, Gabriel orders his entire army to capture her. The pugilists guild races ahead of the main force. As Alice and Bercouli try to come up with a strategy to counter them, the silent Integrity Knight Sheyta Synthesis Twelve steps forward.

Asuna descends into the Underworld as Stacia, reuniting with Kirito before Alice's arrival.

Asuna logs into the Underworld utilizing the superuser account belonging to Stacia, the Goddess of Creation. Upon her descent, she is reunited with Kirito, an event facilitated by Ronie and Tiese. However, the reunion is short-lived as Alice arrives, creating a precarious situation for the group. The narrative focuses on the immediate consequences of Asuna's entry into the virtual world and the complex dynamics that emerge when these key characters converge under the guise of the deity.

Asuna creates a chasm while dark knights and pugilists attempt to cross to the Human Empire Army

Asuna generates a bottomless chasm that separates the battlefield. Dark knights and pugilists try to cross over to the other side, where the Human Empire Army is waiting. Meanwhile, Critter releases an announcement regarding a limited-time beta test for a bizarre new VRMMO. The situation remains tense as forces on both sides prepare for potential conflict across the newly formed divide.

Gabriel's scheme grants black knight accounts to U.S. players invading the Underworld

Gabriel's scheme grants black knight accounts to U.S. players, who continuously log in to the Underworld. These new entities begin mercilessly slaughtering soldiers from both the Human Empire Army and the Dark Territory Army. The invasion disrupts the balance of power as these foreign players attack forces from opposing factions without distinction. This sudden influx of hostile users creates chaos and widespread destruction across the digital realm, threatening the stability of the existing armies and the safety of the inhabitants within the Underworld.

On the Brink of Hell's Abyss

The World's End

Coming Back

The Fairies' Homeland

The Imprisoned Queen

Toward the World Tree

The Lugru Corridor

General of the Blazing Flame

The Truth Behind ALfheim

The Grand Quest

Ties That Bind

The Gilded Hero