You know you're a Harem protagonist when naked robot girls mail themselves to you. I really want to see how Kirito got her out of there
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Kirito is able to help Alice realize the meaning of her existence, as she holds the hope of the Underworld's existence and the many people who's lives have been sacrificed in both that world and even in SAO to create a truly virtual life that is as valid as any human life. So never falter or look down Alice, but move forward with the hope that you represent
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Well, Kirito and Alice's rematch didn't quite go how either of them expected. Can't really fight with Kendo swords like you do with swords from the Underworld. But Alice pulled out a win with a surprise embrace and a headbutt
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Holy crud, it's Kirito's dad! Has he ever even made a cameo before? I can't remember. It does kind of fall by the wayside how much trouble Kirito makes for his parents, given this is the second time he's basically been in a coma with them being unable to do anything for their child. But Kirito's dad isn't just a stern, education obsessed, Japanese father, he's someone who believes in Kirito's capabilities and what he can do and wants him to honor his responsibilities and the work he needs to put in to achieve his dreams. Kirito has good parents
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Alice beaming at the thought of working together with Kirito was so adorable, as adorable as her geeking out at exploring his house. And then she calls Kirito's dad "father" like she's an in-law. Has Asuna even gotten to that point
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Well, Alice you didn't so much "choose" to become a knight so much as you were brainwashed, but sure, take back your narrative as an Integrity Knight
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Alice totally took Kirito's suggestion to bring Asuna well. It's not like she was expecting to get plenty of quality time with Kirito without having a third wheel or anything. She doesn't mind Asuna being there, not one bit
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But at least Asuna was nice enough to make sure they remembered to see Selka when they come back
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They finally have a way to log in to the Underworld remotely, which seems to have been part of a plan by Kayaba and probably Underworld!Kirito. I wonder what their plan is
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Asuna didn't think the Underworld would change as much...but then it turns out the medieval fantasy world has gone sci-fi, with the dragons turned into jets and them fighting space monsters. It also looks like Ronye and Tiese have descendants who still have their memories of Kirito and Alice (and for Tiese, her beloved Eugeo). Really wondering what all happened during Kirito and Asuna's reign and how far developed the Underworld is now
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No better homecoming for the Underworld's king, queen, and most loyal knight quite like vaporizing a monster together
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Fitting to end Alicization with an image of the Rulid trio who started it all, but of course there's a new conflict on the horizon for Kirito and his companions, so as always...Kirito Will Return
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