Sword Art Online Filler List

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In 2022, the first fully immersive VR MMO — Sword Art Online — traps 10,000 players inside when its creator disables logout and announces that death in the game means death in reality. The only way out is clearing all 100 floors. Kirito, a skilled beta tester, navigates both the game and the social politics of a trapped society. The series spans multiple games and virtual worlds across three seasons, evolving from survival thriller to mystery to philosophical drama about artificial consciousness.

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Studio

A-1 Pictures

Premiered

Summer 2012

Status

Finished

Filler %

Director: Tomohiko Itō

Episode distribution (96 total)

96 Canon0 Filler

✅ No Filler Episodes

Sword Art Online has no filler episodes — every episode adapts the original source material. You can watch the complete series without skipping anything.

Author / Creator

Reki Kawahara

Original Creator · Japanese

Voice Cast

Ai Kayano

Alice Zuberg · Episode 50 (2018)

Haruka Tomatsu

Asuna Yuuki · Episode 1 (2012)

Nobunaga Shimazaki

Eugeo · Episode 50 (2018)

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Kirito (Kirigaya Kazuto) · Episode 1 (2012)

Miyuki Sawashiro

Sinon (Shino Asada) · Episode 26 (2014)

Main Characters

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Kirito

Main · ep 1

Kirigaya Kazuto, a solo player who hides his beta tester status to protect others. His mechanical skill in VR games is exceptional across every world he enters. His arc from loner to leader spans the entire three-season run.

Asuna Yuuki

Main · ep 1

Initially a reckless fighter who treats death in the game as inconsequential, Asuna evolves into one of SAO's most capable players and eventually Kirito's partner. Her arc in Mother's Rosario — centered around Yuuki — is the series' emotional peak.

Sinon

Supporting · ep 26

A sniper in GGO with a traumatic past involving real-world gun violence. Her PTSD and the process of working through it via VR is handled with more care than most gaming anime bother with.

Eugeo

Supporting · ep 50

Kirito's best friend in the Underworld — an AI with genuine memories, feelings, and growth. His arc and eventual fate is the Alicization arc's emotional center and the series' most ambitious character work.

Alice Zuberg

Supporting · ep 50

An Integrity Knight who gradually recovers her true identity and memory. Her character arc in Alicization grapples with questions of consciousness, loyalty, and what makes a person real.

Episode List (96 Episodes)

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#	Title	Type	Arc / Season	Air Date	Rating
1	The World of Swords	Canon	AincradS1	Jul 7, 2012	8.7
2	Beater	Canon	AincradS1	Jul 14, 2012	8.8
3	Red-Nosed Reindeer	Canon	AincradS1	Jul 21, 2012	9.2
4	The Black Swordsman	Canon	AincradS1	Jul 28, 2012	8.7
5	A Crime Within the Walls	Canon	AincradS1	Aug 4, 2012	8.6
6	Illusionary Avenger	Canon	AincradS1	Aug 11, 2012	8.7
7	Warmth of the Heart	Canon	AincradS1	Aug 18, 2012	8.6
8	The Sword Dance of Black and White	Canon	AincradS1	Aug 25, 2012	8.8
9	The Blue-Eyed Demon	Canon	AincradS1	Sep 1, 2012	8.6
10	Crimson Killing Intent	Canon	AincradS1	Sep 8, 2012	9.0
11	Morning Dew Girl	Canon	AincradS1	Sep 15, 2012	9.2
12	Yui's Heart	Canon	AincradS1	Sep 22, 2012	9.2
13	Edge of Hell's Abyss	Canon	AincradS1	Sep 29, 2012	9.4
14	The End of the World	Canon	AincradS1	Oct 6, 2012	9.5
15	Return	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Oct 13, 2012	7.5
16	Land of the Fairies	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Oct 20, 2012	8.4
17	Captive Queen	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Oct 27, 2012	8.6
18	To the World Tree	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Nov 3, 2012	6.9
19	The Lugru Corridor	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Nov 10, 2012	7.6
20	General of the Blazing Flame	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Nov 17, 2012	7.4
21	The Truth of Alfheim	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Nov 24, 2012	7.2
22	Grand Quest	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Dec 1, 2012	7.0
23	Bonds	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Dec 8, 2012	6.8
24	Gilded Hero	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Dec 15, 2012	9.1
25	The World Seed	Canon	Fairy Dance (ALO)S1	Dec 22, 2012	9.0
26	Day and Life	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Jul 5, 2014	8.8
27	Wyvern	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Jan 5, 2013	8.4
28	Memories in Fresh Blood	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Jan 12, 2013	7.6
29	Gun Gale Online	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Jan 19, 2013	7.4
30	Gun and Sword	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Jan 26, 2013	7.2
31	The Sleeping Knights	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Feb 2, 2013	8.5
32	Crimson Memories	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Feb 9, 2013	6.8
33	Mother's Rosario	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Feb 16, 2013	9.5
34	Mothers' Rosario (Pt 2)	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Feb 23, 2013	9.5
35	Pursuer of Death	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Mar 2, 2013	7.1
36	The Meaning of Strength	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Mar 9, 2013	6.9
37	Bullet of a Phantom	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Mar 16, 2013	7.6
38	Phantom Bullet	Canon	Phantom Bullet (GGO)S2	Mar 23, 2013	7.4
39	One Little Step	Canon	CaliburS2	Mar 30, 2013	7.2
40	The Queen of the Lake	Canon	CaliburS2	Apr 6, 2013	7.0
41	Mother's Rosario — Part 1	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	Nov 29, 2014	8.7
42	Excalibur	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	Apr 20, 2013	7.5
43	The Forest House	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	Apr 27, 2013	7.3
44	Absolute Sword	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	May 4, 2013	7.1
45	Sleeping Knights	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	May 11, 2013	6.9
46	The Monument of Swordsmen	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	May 18, 2013	7.6
47	Alicization Beginning	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	May 25, 2013	8.7
48	Beginning of a Dream	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	Jun 1, 2013	7.2
49	Mother's Rosario	Canon	Mother's RosarioS2	Jan 24, 2015	9.2
50	Alicization Beginning	Canon	AlicizationS3	Oct 6, 2018	8.3
51	The Demon Tree	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jun 22, 2013	7.5
52	The End Mountains	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jun 29, 2013	7.3
53	Departure	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jul 6, 2013	7.1
54	Ocean Turtle	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jul 13, 2013	6.9
55	Central Cathedral	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jul 20, 2013	9.0
56	Swordcraft Academy	Canon	AlicizationS3	Jul 27, 2013	7.4
57	Swordsman's Pride	Canon	AlicizationS3	Aug 3, 2013	7.2
58	Nobleman's Responsibilities	Canon	AlicizationS3	Aug 10, 2013	7.0
59	Taboo Index	Canon	AlicizationS3	Aug 17, 2013	6.8
60	Central Cathedral	Canon	AlicizationS3	Aug 24, 2013	7.5
61	The Sage of the Library	Canon	AlicizationS3	Aug 31, 2013	7.3
62	Ruler and Mediator	Canon	AlicizationS3	Sep 7, 2013	7.1
63	The Crimson Knight	Canon	AlicizationS3	Sep 14, 2013	6.9
64	The Relentless Knight	Canon	AlicizationS3	Sep 21, 2013	7.6
65	The Osmanthus Knight	Canon	AlicizationS3	Sep 28, 2013	7.4
66	Truce	Canon	AlicizationS3	Oct 5, 2013	7.2
67	The Legendary Hero	Canon	AlicizationS3	Oct 12, 2013	7.0
68	The Seal of the Right Eye	Canon	AlicizationS3	Oct 19, 2013	6.8
69	Synthesis	Canon	AlicizationS3	Oct 26, 2013	7.5
70	The 32nd Knight	Canon	AlicizationS3	Nov 2, 2013	7.3
71	The Highest Altar	Canon	AlicizationS3	Nov 9, 2013	9.4
72	Administrator	Canon	AlicizationS3	Nov 16, 2013	6.9
73	My Hero	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Nov 23, 2013	7.6
74	In the Far North	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Nov 30, 2013	7.4
75	Raids	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Dec 7, 2013	7.2
76	The Final Load Test	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Dec 14, 2013	7.0
77	Dark Territory	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Dec 21, 2013	6.8
78	The Night Before Battle	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Dec 28, 2013	7.5
79	Battle of the Knights	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Jan 4, 2014	7.3
80	New World	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Jan 11, 2014	8.9
81	Blood and Life	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Jan 18, 2014	6.9
82	Sword and Fist	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Jan 25, 2014	7.6
83	Stacia, the Goddess of Creation	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Feb 1, 2014	7.4
84	Heartless Choice	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Feb 8, 2014	7.2
85	Ray of Light	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Feb 15, 2014	7.0
86	The War of Underworld	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Feb 22, 2014	6.8
87	End to Eternity	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Mar 1, 2014	7.5
88	Instigation	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Mar 8, 2014	7.3
89	Code 871	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Mar 15, 2014	7.1
90	Prince of Hell	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Mar 22, 2014	6.9
91	Memories	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Mar 29, 2014	7.6
92	Awakening	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Apr 5, 2014	7.4
93	The Night-Sky Blade	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Apr 12, 2014	7.2
94	Beyond Time	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Apr 19, 2014	7.0
95	Alice	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	Apr 26, 2014	6.8
96	New World	Canon	Alicization — War of UnderworldS3	May 3, 2014	7.5

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⚠️ Episode classifications are collated from multiple community sources and may contain inaccuracies.

Episode classifications for Sword Art Online are collated from multiple community sources including fan wikis and discussion forums. Data may contain inaccuracies. Anime content, titles, and artwork are property of their respective creators.