Disclaimer: The following is a non-profit fan-based story. Sword Art Online is owned by A-1 Pictures, Aniplex USA, and Reki Kawahara. Please support the official release. This is a Sword Art Online (SAO Arc 1) inspired story. The series will roughly end around the timing of Arc 2/ when Kazuto goes to save Asuna. This fan driven story aims to show the events of SAO from a different perspective, go more in-depth with character development, and have more accurate pacing. I aim to publish around 25 chapters. The timing between each may be longer than most, but if this shows any promise in support I will surely pump out quality and enjoyable chapters for you all. As an advisor, I am not a strong writer and appreciate constructive criticism on how to improve. I hope you enjoy, and happy reads. Sincerely - Author Stell