Sword Art Online

Overview
Set in a near-future world, Sword Art Online introduces a groundbreaking VRMMORPG where players immerse themselves in a virtual realm using Nerve Gear technology. Chaos ensues when gamers realize they are trapped, unable to log out of the game. The sinister creator holds them hostage, demanding they conquer the tower's 100 floors and defeat the ultimate boss to escape. The stakes are terrifyingly high: death in the game means death in reality. As players band together to navigate this perilous adventure, their fight for survival intensifies, blending thrilling action with psychological tension.
Episodes
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1

The World of Swords
Title: The Realm of Blades Plot: The day has finally arrived for the release of a groundbreaking video game that fans have eagerly awaited. Follow Ki...
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Beater
A month has passed since the players became trapped in the game, and in that time, 2,000 lives have been lost. The first floor remains unconquered, wi...
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The Red-Nosed Reindeer
Title: The Red-Nosed Reindeer Plot: Kirito has successfully become a member of a guild formed by his closest friends in the real world. As life seems...
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The Black Swordsman
Silca, famously known as Dragon Tamer Silca, finds herself in peril after parting ways with her team. In a tragic turn of events, her beloved pet, Pin...
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5

Murder in the Safe Zone
Title: Homicide within the Sanctuary Plot: In a shocking turn of events, a player is murdered within the supposedly secure safe zone, and the usual m...
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6

Illusionary Avenger
Kirito has unlocked the mystery of how things work, but now he needs to understand the reasons behind it all.
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7

The Temperature of the Heart
While on a quest to acquire a new sword, Kirito finds himself facing off against a dragon, confronting not only the creature itself but also the fears...
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The Sword Dance of Black and White
Two years into their lives in SAO, the remaining players have adapted to their new reality. With the front line's numbers dwindling, it falls to Kirit...
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9

The Blue-Eyed Demon
Title: The Azure-Eyed Fiend Plot: In a desperate bid to rescue a cadre of gamers and Asuna from a formidable Boss, Kirito must unleash his ultimate m...
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10

Crimson Killing Intent
Kirito has accepted a challenge from the leader of the Blood Alliance Knights. Should Kirito emerge victorious, Asuna will be allowed to leave the Kni...
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11

The Girl of Morning Dew
Title: The Girl of Morning Dew Plot: The recently wedded pair is relishing their peaceful retreat, far removed from the chaos of battle. However, an ...
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12

Yui's Heart
Title: Yui's Heart Plot: Yulier, the deputy leader of the Liberation Army, seeks the assistance of Kirito and Asuna to rescue her friend and her gu...
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13

Edge of Hell's Abyss
While participating in a fishing tournament, Kirito suddenly gets an important email from the guild leader asking them to come back immediately.
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14

The End of the World
Game over.
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15

Return
Title: Homecoming Plot: Kirigaya is navigating his new reality beyond the virtual world, yet Asuna remains on his mind. During a recent trip to the h...
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16

Land of the Fairies
Title: Realm of the Fairies Plot: In a groundbreaking MMO that features flying mechanics and promotes player-versus-player combat, Kirito dives into ...
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17

Captive Queen
Title: Ensnared Sovereign Plot: While Kirito discovers the intricacies of the game and the deep-seated animosities among the various races with Leafa...
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18

To the World Tree
Title: Journey to the World Tree Plot: Leafa faces opposition as she ventures out of her zone to join forces with Kirito. As they travel toward the n...
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19

The Lugru Corridor
Leafa receives a troubling message from Recon that reads, “I was right. Be cautious. S.” Confused by its meaning, she wonders what he’s warning ...
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20

General of the Blazing Flame
Kirito and Leafa arrive at the meeting, but Kirito's ruse as an ambassador is quickly exposed. To avert a looming war, he must prove his strength by f...
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21

The Truth about Alfheim
Title: Unraveling Alfheim Plot: As Asuna strives to break free from her confinement, another female figure in Kirito's life grapples with her own fee...
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22

Grand Quest
Kirito’s obsession with rescuing Asuna reaches a nearly irrational level. His impulsive actions come to a halt when Leafa unexpectedly logs out.
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23

Bonds
Despite the barrier that has formed between Kirito and Sugu, he is determined to rescue Asuna. When he faces the final dungeon again, he won’t be go...
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24

Gilded Hero
Title: Gilded Hero Plot: Kirito, Asuna, and Yui have reunited at last, but Asuna remains trapped by seemingly impenetrable seals. Just as they begin ...
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25

The World Seed
Title: The World Seed Plot: Kirigaya Kazuto has defied fate on two occasions, but there remains one final challenge before him. With the stakes hig...
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The World of Guns
A year has gone by since the conclusion of SAO. Kazuto is called in by Kikuoka from the Virtual Division at the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Commu...
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2

Cold-Hearted Sniper
Sinon, a young girl wielding a powerful sniper rifle known as Hecate II, is rising through the ranks as the top sniper in GGO. During a squadron ambus...
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3

Memories of Blood
In reality, Sinon is a high schooler known as Shino Asada. While heading home from classes, she finds herself pulled into an alley by a group of troub...
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GGO (Gun Gale Online)
Kikuoka enlists Kirito to explore GGO, prompting him to log in. To draw Death Gun’s attention, Kirito aims to join the Bullet of Bullets (BoB) tourn...
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Guns and Swords
As Kirito begins filling out the registration form for BoB at a terminal, he is taken aback to find sections asking for his real name and address. Fac...
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Showdown in the Wilderness
A figure draped in a tattered cloak observes Kirito as he engages in his first battle. He questions whether Kirito is truly "the real deal." This myst...
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Crimson Memories
The man wearing the tattered cloak is a survivor of SAO, and he could be someone Kirito once faced in a deadly encounter. This troubling realization o...
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Bullet of Bullets
Kirito concludes that both Death Gun and the cloaked figure will participate in the BoB tournament. With the clock ticking, he takes the opportunity t...
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Death Gun
The figure in the cape fires at Pale Rider, who falls despite still having HP left. The man reveals himself as Death Gun, proclaiming his intent to de...
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Death Chaser
Sinon is ambushed from behind by Death Gun, who paralyzes her using a Black Star Type-54, the very same weapon she used to take down a robber. As memo...
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11

What It Means To Be Strong
Following their narrow escape from Death Gun, Kirito and Sinon seek refuge in a secluded cave in the desert. As they take a moment to catch their brea...
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12

Bullet of a Phantom
As BoB approaches its climax, the remaining contenders are Kirito, Sinon, and Dark Wind, who secured second place in the previous tournament. Aware th...
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Phantom Bullet
Death Gun's assault mimics the Star Splash technique, a skill absent in GGO. Not only is he proficient with firearms, but he also wields a blade adept...
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14

One Little Step
Kyouji lunges at Shino, threatening to end his own life right after hers. Just in time, Kazuto intervenes, tackling Kyouji to prevent the attack. Duri...
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The Queen of the Lake
News breaks that the legendary Holy Sword Excalibur has been found within ALO. Motivated by the possibility of claiming it for themselves, Kirito and ...
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The King of the Giants
Kirito and his friends are assigned to take down the Frost King Thrymr and to retrieve Excalibur. Yui speculates that this mission wasn't orchestrated...
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Excalibur
Kirito and his friends face off against Thrymr, the formidable Boss waiting at the dungeon's lowest level. Despite their efforts, they struggle to inf...
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Forest House
In a forthcoming update for ALO, the new levels 21 to 30 of New Aincrad will be made available. Asuna, Kirito, and Yui find themselves reminiscing abo...
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19

Zekken
After catching wind of a talented player called Zekken, Asuna resolves to take him on in a challenge. However, upon logging out, her mother informs he...
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20

The Sleeping Knights
Asuna receives a request from the guild “Sleeping Knights,” who are planning to disband due to various personal issues among the members. Before t...
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The Monument of Swordsmen
Asuna and the Sleeping Knights are in a fierce battle against the boss on Floor 27, but they soon discover that a specialized boss raid guild is watch...
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22

The End of the Journey
Several days have gone by since Yuuki vanished right in front of Asuna, and she has yet to log into ALO. Eventually, Asuna encounters Kazuto on the ro...
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23

The Dream Begins
Yuuki, a tester for the groundbreaking medical Full-Dive device, has been exploring virtual realms from her hospital bed. Confined to her room, she ye...
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24

Mother's Rosario
Yuuki is relishing her newfound freedom in the outside world, making her days more fulfilling than ever. In ALO, the players enjoy a barbecue that lea...
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Underworld
Kirito and his long-time friend Eugeo are busy chopping down a massive tree known as the Gigas Cedar. Just as they’re hard at work with their axes, ...
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The Demon Tree
Kirito regains consciousness in an enigmatic realm reminiscent of a fantasy game. With his memories unclear, he attempts to log out but discovers he c...
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The End Mountains
Kirito resolves to set off for Centoria and realizes he’ll require Eugeo’s assistance, prompting him to take on the task of defeating the Gigas Ce...
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Departure
Kirito and Eugeo discover that Selka has ventured into the End Mountains by herself, prompting them to pursue her. Upon entering the cave, they come f...
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Ocean Turtle
Kazuto Kirigaya remains in a deep unconscious state in the real world. Following Kikuoka’s instructions, he is transferred to a state-of-the-art hos...
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Project Alicization
Asuna sneaks into Rath, the research facility located in the Ocean Turtle, and fiercely interrogates Kikuoka about Kazuto’s location. Under pressure...
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Swordcraft Academy
Two years have passed since Kirito and Eugeo departed from Rulid Village. Now in the bustling capital of Centoria, the two friends have achieved their...
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8

Swordsman's Pride
Kirito faces off in a sword fight against the formidable Elite Disciple Volo Levantein, with the duel taking place under the watchful eyes of a fascin...
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Nobleman's Responsibilities
As an Elite Disciple alongside Kirito, Eugeo grapples with the decision of what to infuse into his sword to enhance his strength. After being provoked...
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10

Taboo Index
Ronie and Tiese find themselves delayed on their way back to the dorm. Concerned, Kirito hurries off to look for them, but as soon as he leaves, Freni...
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Central Cathedral
Kirito and Eugeo find themselves branded as criminals after breaking the Taboo Index, leading to their imprisonment in the depths of the Central Cathe...
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12

The Sage of the Library
Kirito and Eugeo manage to break free from their cell, but their path is soon obstructed by Eldrie Synthesis Thirty-One, who has been instructed by Al...
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13

Ruler and Mediator
Kirito and Eugeo find themselves saved by Cardinal, a young girl who has hidden away in the Great Library of the Central Cathedral. She takes the time...
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The Crimson Knight
After the Cardinal places the world's future in their hands, Kirito and Eugeo make their way to the Central Cathedral's highest level. During their jo...
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The Relentless Knight
As Kirito and Eugeo ascend the stairs of the Central Cathedral, they come across two young girls, Linel and Fizel. Puzzled by the presence of the chil...
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The Osmanthus Knight
Despite being heavily injured, Kirito successfully unleashes his Perfect Weapon Control technique. As they make their way to the upper levels of the C...
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Truce
As Kirito and Alice activate the Perfect Weapon Control technique in the Cloudtop Garden, the force of their strike shatters the seemingly indestructi...
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The Legendary Hero
Eugeo arrives at the ninetieth floor of the Central Cathedral, discovering it to be an expansive bathing area. To his surprise, he finds Bercouli Synt...
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The Seal of the Right Eye
Noticing Alice's strong response to the mention of Selka, Kirito resolves to share the truth about the Integrity Knights with her. At the same time, a...
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Synthesis
Kirito and Alice arrive at the communal bath on the ninetieth floor, only to discover the Integrity Knight Commander, Bercouli, has been petrified by ...
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The 32nd Knight
Eugeo, now transformed into an Integrity Knight after the Synthesis Ritual, stands in front of Kirito and Alice, blocking their path. Kirito feels sha...
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Titan of the Sword
At the highest level of the Central Cathedral, Kirito, Eugeo, and Alice confront Administrator. However, Chudelkin intervenes, using sacred arts to mo...
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Administrator
Cardinal stands on the highest level of Central Cathedral, ready to confront her long-time adversary, whom she has battled for two centuries. As she m...
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24

My Hero
With the dreams of Cardinal, Eugeo, and Alice fueling him, Kirito rises once more, channeling the spirit of the Black Swordsman, the legendary player ...
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In the Far North
Half a year has gone by since the intense showdown with the Administrator. Alice has taken Kirito to her childhood village, Rulid, where they now enjo...
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Raids
Rulid Village is under siege by a dark force from the Dark Territory. Despite feeling lost in her sense of purpose, Alice decides to wield the Osmanth...
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The Final Load Test
The enigmatic faction that launched an assault on the Ocean Turtle is revealed to be a covert unit operating under the U.S. National Security Agency. ...
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Dark Territory
Shasta, the leader of the Dark Territory's dark knights, saw Administrator's demise as an opportunity to broker peace with the Human Empire. However, ...
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The Night Before Battle
Determined to defend humanity, Alice enlists in the Human Empire’s army, bringing Kirito along for the fight. However, despite the overwhelming stre...
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Battle of the Knights
The Final Load Test is underway, and the Eastern Gate has fallen. Spurred on by Gabriel, who has now taken the title of Emperor Vecta, the formidable ...
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Stigma of the Disqualified
In his first battle, Integrity Knight Renly Synthesis Twenty-Seven panics and abandons his post. This lapse in courage permits goblins from the dark f...
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Blood and Life
The formidable artistry wielded by the Integrity Knight, Alice, causes significant damage to the dark forces. During her battle, she comes across a lo...
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Sword and Fist
When Gabriel spots Alice, he commands his entire army to seize her. The pugilists guild quickly rushes ahead of the main troops. Meanwhile, Alice and ...
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Stacia, the Goddess of Creation
Asuna enters the Underworld through the superuser account of Stacia, the Goddess of Creation. Once she arrives, she finds Kirito, brought together by ...
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Heartless Choice
Asuna has opened up a vast, bottomless abyss. The dark knights and the pugilists are trying to make their way across to reach the awaiting Human Empir...
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Ray of Light
Thanks to Gabriel's devious plan, U.S. players now possess black knight accounts and are relentlessly entering the Underworld. They unleash a brutal o...
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The War of Underworld
Sinon accesses the super-account of Solus, the Sun Goddess, and arrives just in time to save Asuna and the others from danger. At the same time, Leafa...
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End to Eternity
Even though the Human Empire Army is relatively small, they fight courageously alongside Asuna against the overwhelming tide of American players advan...
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Instigation
Bercouli chases after Vecta, who has taken Alice captive. After an intense and brutal fight, Bercouli reveals his hidden sword technique, Uragiri, ult...
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Code 871
The mole within Rath is revealed to be a researcher named Yanai. As Higa works to bring Kirito back, Yanai tries to sabotage the process by aiming a g...
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Prince of Hell
Asuna and the rest of the group find themselves overwhelmed by Vassago and the Chinese/Korean players. When they stumble upon the unresponsive Kirito,...
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Memories
Sinon inflicts significant damage on Gabriel, yet she finds herself drained of energy. Meanwhile, Leafa succumbs after taking down the American player...
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Awakening
Finally breaking free from his nightmares, Kirito awakens. Gripping the Night-Sky Blade in his right hand and the shattered Blue Rose Sword in his lef...
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The Night-Sky Blade
Alice and Asuna make their way to the World’s End Altar, where Kirito faces off against Gabriel. Kirito must defeat Gabriel and make it back to the ...
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Beyond Time
The maximum-acceleration phase has commenced. While Alice manages to log out of the Underworld, Kirito is left behind. In the real world, Higa and Kik...
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Alice
Following the conclusion of the "Rath Attack Incident," orchestrated by the American National Security Agency, Rinko, now leading the newly establishe...
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New World
Rinko tells Kazuto that Alice has vanished. Just as he prepares to dash to the Rath Roppongi office, the doorbell suddenly rings. In a flurry of anxie...