Though the anime is extremely gritty and violent and features disturbing adult themes, the love story between the male and female serves as the series silver lining. However, within the plot of the anime lies a well-developed romantic story, with the tale of Ryouta and Himiko unfolding before viewers’ eyes in a manner that is both engaging and satisfying. BTOOOM!īTOOOM! It seems to be one of the last titles one would think of when considering romance. Thus it grabs a spot in our action romance anime list. From the instant connection, they felt during their first boss battle to the final scene in the first arc that involved the two holding hands as the world was ending, the story of Kirito and Asuna is one that is indeed very hard to forget. The developing relationship of the main character, Kirito, and the female lead, Asuna, is one of the story’s strongest points. However, there is more to this anime than extraordinary battles. Also, with engaging battles that feature the best of swordplay and RPG gaming, SAO is one of the best action anime in recent years.

Sword Art Online has become a favorite for many anime lovers recently.

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