Ep 13. Phantom Bullet

In Sword Art Online II season 1 episode 13, titled "Phantom Bullet," the story takes a dark turn as the death of a player in Gun Gale Online sparks an investigation by Kirito and the VR Crime Division. The victim was killed by a mysterious avatar known as "Death Gun," who seems to have the ability to kill real-life players by shooting their in-game avatars.

Kirito teams up with Sinon, a skilled player and survivor of a past traumatic experience, to try and uncover the truth behind Death Gun and his lethal power. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they discover a disturbing link between Death Gun and a group of former professional players known as "Laughing Coffin."

Meanwhile, back in the real world, Asuna grows increasingly worried about Kirito's safety as he becomes more involved in the dangerous world of Gun Gale Online. She enlists the help of her own friends to keep an eye on him and provide support.

As Kirito and Sinon draw closer to uncovering the truth behind Death Gun, they engage in a high-stakes battle with the mysterious avatar and his accomplices. But even as they gain ground, they begin to realize that this case is far from over, and the danger posed by Death Gun may be greater than they ever imagined.

"Phantom Bullet" is a gripping episode that explores themes of trauma, identity, and the dangerous allure of virtual worlds. With intense action scenes, complex character development, and a twisting plot, it's sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.