Sword Art Online: Fairy Dance is the second SAO manga arc, adapted in 3 volumes (2012–2014). After escaping SAO, Kirito discovers Asuna is trapped in a new VRMMO called ALfheim Online (ALO), controlled by a corrupt company executive. Kirito enters as an ALf character to rescue her while also navigating the game’s race-based politics.
Use the sections below for the full reading order, volume list, and follow-up recommendations.
All Sword Art Online Fairy Dance Volumes in Order
Read in publication order from Vol. 1 to the latest.
Sword Art Online Fairy Dance Reading Order
Fairy Dance Arc (Volumes 1–3)
Kirito races through ALO as a Spriggan, meeting Leafa (who is secretly his cousin Suguha). The arc explores themes of identity, obsession, and digital vs. physical reality. Kirito must reach the World Tree to find Asuna. The antagonist Sugou is one of the franchise’s most controversial villains.
Where to Read Sword Art Online Fairy Dance
Manga Plus offers free access to the first and latest chapters. Physical volumes are available from the publisher. We recommend buying official volumes to support the creator.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sword Art Online Fairy Dance
- What order should I read SAO: Fairy Dance? Read SAO: Aincrad (2 volumes) before Fairy Dance. The Fairy Dance arc directly follows the Aincrad ending.
- How many volumes is SAO: Fairy Dance? Sword Art Online: Fairy Dance has 3 volumes.