Kirito

Skilled One-Handed Swordsman

The protagonist of the main story, a skilled one-handed swordsman who grows while being involved in numerous incidents in various VRMMO worlds.

Quotes

  • Accept everything and do not throw it away yourself.
  • Even if it's a game, it's not for playing.
  • I'll bear it alone and protect it.
  • Comrades are everything to me.
  • No matter how many times, I'll stand up.

Trivia

  • No specific model; completely original character.
  • Height is 163cm, relatively petite.
  • Seals and uses Unique Skill 'Dual Blades'.
  • First appeared in novel volume 1 published April 2009.
  • Known as the 'Black Swordsman'.
  • Often receives affection from women but devotedly loves Asuna.

Alternate names

Kazuto Kirigaya Kirito Black Swordsman Black Swordsman

Tags

Sword Art Online SAO VRMMO One-Handed Sword Protagonist Virtual Reality Anime Light Novel Game

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Profile

Species
Humanoid
Gender
Male
Birthday
October 7
Birth year
2008

Appearance

Overall appearance
Wears armor unified in black tones with an androgynous appearance and refined facial features. In old ALO, Spriggan race; in GGO, a rare avatar resembling a long-haired woman. In UW and UR, carries a jet-black longsword accompanied by a black panther-type monster.
Height
Approximately 163cm
Eye color
Black
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Androgynous facial features
  • Black long hair (GGO avatar)
  • Full set of black armor
Iconic items
  • Night Sky Sword
  • Black Coat
  • Lightsaber (GGO)
  • FN Five-seveN
  • Black Sword
  • Black Armor

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strong sense of responsibility
Detailed personality
Kind personality that earns trust, immerses in the virtual world seeking mental peace. Carries comrades' deaths and past trauma but due to strong sense of responsibility always tries to shoulder everything alone. Receives affection from many women but loves Asuna devotedly and forms strong bonds. In combat, calm and brave, excels in tactics, strong feelings for comrades and family. Does not hesitate to self-sacrifice.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Kind
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Adaptability to chaos
  • Has trauma
  • Devoted
  • Sensitive
  • Mental growth
Motto
Accept everything and do not throw it away.
Talents
  • High combat sense
  • Virtual world aptitude
  • Sword techniques emphasizing single-strike weight
  • Tactical thinking
  • Mental resilience
  • Excellent reflexes
Skills
  • Dual Blades (Unique Skill)
  • Sword skill development
  • Sniper prediction (GGO)
  • Perfect Weapon Control (UW)
  • Magic destruction (ALO)
  • Comrade command and cooperation
Motivation
Apply virtual world experiences to the real world and aim for a peaceful world. Build a happy family with Asuna.
Habits
No catchphrase, constantly renews determination in his heart.
Favorite foods
Curry, Onigiri, Ramen
Favorite colors
Black, Blue
Music
Rock, Ballad
Disliked insects
Bee, Cockroach
Disliked situations
Betrayal, Ambush

History

Backstory
Lost both parents in an accident during childhood and became the adopted child of his mother's sister's family. At 10 years old, learned his own background, feared interactions with others, and sought mental peace in the virtual world. From age 14, involved in the SAO death game, experienced many incidents and comrades' deaths while growing mentally, and decided to attend Tokyo Metropolitan Industrial University. Demonstrates high combat ability within VRMMOs, overcoming diverse trials while engaging with numerous guilds and groups.
Debut date
April 10, 2009
Work title
Sword Art Online
Media type
Manga

SAO Death Game Begins

Significant event
SAO Death Game Begins
Description
As the online game turns into a death game with many lives in peril, bravely fights and survives.

Dual Blades Skill Acquisition

Significant event
Dual Blades Skill Acquisition
Description
Selected as the wielder of the Unique Skill 'Dual Blades' and develops original sword techniques.

Rebirth in ALO

Significant event
Rebirth in ALO
Description
After the reset of old ALO, restarts as new ALO. New adventures and bonds emerge.

Gun Gale Online Participation

Significant event
Gun Gale Online Participation
Description
In GGO, demonstrates dual wielding of guns and lightsaber, confronting new enemies.

UW Challenge

Significant event
UW Challenge
Description
Undergoes trials in Underworld, acquires new power and bonds, paving the way to the future.

Relationships

Midori Kirigaya

Guardian

Aunt who took in and raised Kazuto after he lost his parents. Had a strong influence on Kazuto.

Minetaka Kirigaya

Father

Not biological father as he was adopted by mother's sister's family; relationship is distant.

Asuna Yuuki

Spouse

Most beloved person connected by deep bonds. Already married and devotedly in love.

Yui

Best friend

AI girl who supports Kazuto and Asuna like family with strong bonds.

Eugeo

Best friend

Close friend spent time with in Underworld. Greatly influenced Kirito.

Leafa

Teammate

In-game ally and stepsister. Connected by deep bonds.

Sinon

Teammate

Powerful ally in GGO. Mutual trust and fight together.

Klein

Ally

First friend met and reliable collaborator.

Knights of the Blood Oath

Knights of the Blood Oath: protagonist

Media appearances

Sword Art Online

Anime / Protagonist

2012 TV series

Sword Art Online: Alicization

Anime / Protagonist

2018 TV series

Sword Art Online: Alicization - War of Underworld

Anime / Protagonist

2019 TV series

Sword Art Online the Movie: Ordinal Scale

Movie / Protagonist

2017

Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet

Game / Protagonist

2018

Voice cast and creators

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Voice actor
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV Anime Version

Yoshitsugu Matsuoka

Voice actor
Yoshitsugu Matsuoka
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Theatrical Version

Bryce Papenbrook

Voice actor
Bryce Papenbrook
Language
English
Version or series
English Dub

Reki Kawahara

Creator name
Reki Kawahara
Role
Original author

abec

Creator name
abec
Role
Character designer

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