: The message is accompanied by her humming the tune of "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer," symbolizing hope and closure for Kirito's overwhelming guilt.
: Sachi, the guild member Kirito had grown closest to and promised to protect, dies in the trap. This event deeply traumatizes Kirito, leading to his solitary "solo player" lifestyle. Sword Art Online Episode 3
: Seeking companionship and hiding his true level as a "Beater," Kirito joins a small group of friends from a real-life computer club who form the Moonlit Black Cats guild. : The message is accompanied by her humming
: Fan-transcribed scripts can be found on sites like DeviantArt . : Seeking companionship and hiding his true level
: In the message, Sachi reveals she knew Kirito was a Beater and was much stronger than he let on. She explains that she knew she wouldn't survive long and forgives him in advance for her death, urging him to continue living.
This episode is widely considered one of the most emotional in the series, detailing Kirito's brief time with the guild.