The protagonist of [[Sword Art Online]], known as "Kirigaya Kazuto" in real life. "Kirito" is the in-game name he uses for his avatar in the fictional titular game of the same name and other games.

He has [[short hair|short]] [[black hair]], [[black eyes]], and wears black clothing. His real life appearance and Sword Art Online avatar's appearance are identical. His nickname is "The Black Swordsman".

After the Aincrad arc his avatar's appearance changes: 

* [[Kirito (SAO-ALO)]] (ALfheim Online)
* [[Kirito (SAO-GGO)]] (Gun Gale Online)

h4. See also

* [[Kirito (SAO-ALO)]]
* [[Kirito (SAO-GGO)]]
* [[List of Sword Art Online characters]]

h4. External links

* "Sword Art Online Wiki: Kirigaya Kazuto":[https://swordartonline.fandom.com/wiki/Kirigaya_Kazuto]
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