Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online

PG-13

Action Fantasy Military Sci-Fi Video Game

7.00

| Editors Choice

Year	2018
Status	completed
Episodes	12
Duration	24 mins
Studio	Studio 3Hz
Formats	Kissanime, Crunchyroll
Opening theme	"Ryuusei (流星)" by Eir Aoi
Ending theme	"To see the future" by Karen Kohiruimaki (Tomori Kusunoki)
Release Format	TV
Broadcast	sunday
Aired Init	April 8, 2018
Aired Finish	July 1, 2018
Views	Total Views: 0

Synopsis

The story follows Karen Kohiruimaki, a 183-centimeter-tall (6-foot-tall) college student who’s insecure about her height, and is bad at dealing with people in the real world. She enters the world of Gun Gale Online with her avatar, Ren, who is less than 150 centimeters (5 feet) tall and wears all pink. She meets a beautiful, brown-skinned female player who goes by Pitohui. They hit it off, but one day Pitohui pressures her to participate in “Squad Jam,” a team battle royale variation of the Bullet of Bullets tournament.

(Source: Anime News Network)

In the vast world of gaming, where virtual realities offer unprecedented experiences, “Sword Art Online Alternative: Gun Gale Online” takes us on an exciting journey through the digital realm. Set in the near future, the anime revolves around a popular multiplayer online game known as Gun Gale Online (GGO).

Our story begins with the introverted college student, Karen Kohiruimaki, who finds solace and freedom in the virtual world. However, Karen struggles with her tall stature, feeling self-conscious about her height in reality. Seeking a fresh start and a chance to redefine herself, she creates a new avatar named LLENN, a petite and nimble character.

As LLENN, Karen embarks on countless adventures within the virtual landscape of Gun Gale Online, armed with her trusty weapon of choice—a small yet powerful submachine gun. Her objective is simple: become the most feared and skilled player in the game, known as the “Pink Devil.”

LLENN’s unique appearance and play style draw the attention of another GGO player, Pitohui, a skilled and enigmatic female player with a deep fascination for the thrill of combat. Intrigued by LLENN’s potential, Pitohui invites her to join the “Squad Jam,” a team-based tournament where numerous teams compete for supremacy.

Eager to prove herself, LLENN accepts the invitation and teams up with M, a friendly and experienced GGO player who becomes her loyal companion and mentor. Together, they dive into the intense battles of the Squad Jam, facing formidable opponents and encountering unexpected allies along the way.

As LLENN’s reputation grows, so does her determination to overcome her real-life insecurities. Through her thrilling adventures and fierce battles, she learns valuable lessons about self-acceptance, courage, and the power of friendship. Alongside M and other GGO players, LLENN navigates the virtual world, discovering the complexities of human relationships and the true meaning of bravery.

However, as the Squad Jam progresses, a dark secret emerges, putting the players’ lives at stake. LLENN finds herself entangled in a web of intrigue and danger, where the boundaries between the virtual and real world blur. With the fate of both worlds hanging in the balance, LLENN must dig deep within herself, channeling her determination and resilience to uncover the truth and protect her newfound friends.