What would happen if you got to actually be a part of a virtual reality game? Kazuto "Kirito" Kirigaya could tell you. Kirito is the main protagonist in the highly acclaimed Sword Art Online Reki Kawahara wrote and published the series as a light novel, and the manga received overwhelmingly positive reviews. When it was adapted to an anime in 2012, it received praise for its animation, orchestrations, and looking at the psychological aspects of virtual reality. Since then, Sword Art Online had many spinoffs, and the series continues today. But we can't forget it all started with Kirito.

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The story starts with Kirito as a teenager, and he is selected as a beta tester for a new virtual reality MMORPG game called Sword Art Online. Disaster strikes when he and the other 10,000 players can't log out. Unless they manage to beat the game, they're stuck. With the help of Asuna Yuuki, his eventual love interest, he plots to beat the game, as well as confront the creator who trapped everyone. His determination and bravery make him a favorite character among fans, so it's no surprise many cosplay him. In no particular order, here are 10 Kirito cosplays we would totally want as our virtual reality avatar (as long as we can log out).

10 Kirito Selfie

Kirito is usually calm and collected, as he is not one to freak out. For instance, Kirito quickly accepted the dire conditions of the game and took immediate action to increase his chances of survival. Sam (IG: lilbean.cos) looks adorable in this Kirito cosplay. The coat and accessories are immediately recognizable as his gameplay outfit.

And it wouldn't be a Kirito cosplay without their sword slung across their back. They commit to the look with colored contacts. You can see more of their Kirito cosplay on their Instagram highlight titled 'Kirito Cosplay.'

9 Asana as Kirito

What if Asuna wore Kirito's signature outfit? CrimsonChristy (IG: crimsonchristycosplay ) shows us what that would be like. As mentioned, Asuna befriends Kirito in the game, as she is another one of the players trapped in the virtual reality. This cosplayer's reimagining of Kirito's outfit offers a feminine flair, with a criss-cross sweetheart top and sheer black tights.

Although this new design isn't unfamiliar either, as it retains elements from the anime such as the coat and sword. This photo was taken by Kevin Jeukens (IG: kevinjeukens).

8 Knights of Blood Kirito

Part of what makes Kirito so fun to cosplay is his variety of fashions. As he advances throughout the series and stars in multiple spin offs, he wears new outfits. For instance, this cosplay from Misaki Kikaori Cosplay (IG:misakikikaoricosplay) depicts the Knights of the Blood uniform. The Knights of Blood is considered the best clearing guild in the game, consisting of all high-level members with great experience in battle.

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After losing to Heathcliff in a duel, Kirio is forced to join them. As a result, Kirito dons the red and white uniform. The color scheme is the same as Asuna's main outfit because she is a sub-leader of the guild. This cosplay is an awesome female rendition of Kirito as well, an original take on the character. This photo was taken by JapActu.Info (IG: japactu.info).

7 ALfheim Online Kirito

Terry (IG: manaknight) looks ready for a duel in their Kirito cosplay. This outfit is from the next installment in the Sword Art Online saga, following the aftermath of the initial game. Kirito returns with his avatar to ALfheim Online.

He sees Asuna might be trapped in the game, and thus a new story to free the gameplayer captives begins. His design changes slightly, such as a new coat and a  long sword, as seen here. The new hairstyle and pointed ears are the perfect touches, and show attention to detail. Although we're really impressed by their Holy Sword Excalibur, the strongest legendary weapon in the game, which Kirito earned after completing its corresponding quest. The prop looks so realistic that it's almost like the cosplayer pulled the weapon straight out of the show.

6 Wedding Kirito

While starting off as friends, Kirito eventually develops feelings for Asuna. On October 23, 2024, Kirio proposes to her, and two days later, they go on their honeymoon. In this scene, the audience sees the rings on their fingers, certifying their marriage. The actual wedding is never shown...but this doesn't stop cosplayers! Kira (IG: kira_masquerade) and Ari (IG: konekoanni) collaborate to depict their own wedding designs.

They adhere to the characters, such as how the silver trim on Kirito's tuxedo resembles his coat. And the pattern on his vest is simply gorgeous. Asuna looks beautiful as well, while still wearing the colors of her guild. Even more impressive is that the cosplayers conceptualized the designs and made the outfits. Where's our wedding invitation?

5 Battle Ready Kirito

SnowBlind Cosplay (IG:snowblind_cosplay) is ready to take on the game as Kirito. He poses with Kirito's main weapons, Elucidator and Dark Repulser. Elucidator is his primary weapon in Sword Art Online, dropped after defeating a demonic monster on the 50th floor.

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Later on, Kirito obtains Dark Repulser, created by Lisbeth, a blacksmith who is also trapped in the game. She creates it especially for Kirito, but it's destroyed during his duel with Heathcliff. This cosplayer's props are exact replicas of the swords in the series, and paired with a screen accurate coat and wig, he makes an awesome Kirito. This photo was taken by Arndt von Koenigsmarck (IG: vonkoenigsmarck)

4 Ordinal Scale Kirito

So far, all of these cosplays have been from the anime. However this cosplayer (IG: roseandblossom) dons the design from the movie, Sword Art Online: Ordinal Scale. The plot takes place in the year 2026, in between seasons two and three of the anime. A new machine called the Augma is developed to compete against NerveGear. Instead of virtual reality, it uses augmented reality. The most popular game for the Augma is Ordinal Scale, and Asuna convinces Kirito to play.

While the Augma is supposed to be safer and more controllable, there is bound to be challenges in Kirito's way. As seen, Kirito has a new design, with a white tunic as oppose to a black coat, with gold and blue accents as opposed to silver. This photo was taken by Anita (IG: icaruskun).

3 GunGale Online Kirito

Jullian (IG: jyuriidan) looks gorgeous as Kirito from GunGale Online.Unlike Sword Art Online, this American game emphasizes gun usage. The avatar for Kirito in Gun Gale Online belongs to the rare M9000 series. It bears a more feminine appearance than his avatar in ALfheim Online, with longer hair and a more slender figure.

The hair and makeup in this cosplay capture the feminine aspect perfectly, and the costume is just like the anime. As seen here, he uses a photon sword, but he also equips a handgun in the game. This photo was taken by Andy (IG: cardboard_accessories).

2 Gameplay Kirito

Shuu (IG: _kururu_tsepeshi_) looks amazing in their Kirito cosplay. They don the Black Swordsman design complete with Elucidator and Dark Repulser. Their makeup is especially stunning and completely changes their facial features to look more animated.

The background of the photo looks straight out of the video game as if Kirito is just about to select their avatar and enter virtual reality. This photo was taken by Johanna (IG: lostpikachu_photographic).

1 Classic Kirito

This Kirito cosplay by Ichi (IG: _ichi_chocolate_)  is executed flawlessly at Indonesia Comic Con in 2019. He wears the classic Kirito attire, with the black coat and a sword. The wig looks spot on as well. It's simple, but it's immediately recognizable as Kirito. We seriously think Ichi is a doppelganger for the character.

Petition to cast him as the actor Kirito in the live action version, slated to come to Netflix soon. This photo was taken by Ken Hibari (IG: ken_hibari_photography).

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