Argo

Lore & Background

Argo published the beta test version of information about the 1st Floor Boss, Illfang the Kobold Lord. The raid party relied on this information, but the boss's weaponry and attack patterns differed from the beta. This discrepancy led to Diavel being killed by the monster while attempting to obtain the Last Attack bonus. The resulting hatred for beta testers threatened to go out of control, leading Kirito to falsely claim that a majority of beta testers were withholding information, creating the category 'Beater'.

In Their Own Story

The tavern was dimly lit, the air thick with the smell of ale and nervous sweat. A hooded figure sat in the corner, her violet eyes scanning the room before locking onto Kirito. 'You look like you've seen a ghost,' she whispered, sliding a piece of parchment across the table. 'Or maybe just a very expensive one.' Before he could ask for the price, she was gone, leaving only the scent of wildflowers and the weight of a secret that could save his life.

Reader's Guide

Argo is a master Assassin who serves as the primary information broker in Sword Art Online. While her business model relies on selling secrets to the highest bidder, her true motivation is often driven by personal connections formed during the game's beta testing.

Her skills extend beyond combat; she possesses an unparalleled network of informants and a keen ability to deduce truth from rumors. This makes her indispensable for clearing floors or finding rare equipment. Her defining moment occurs when she reveals her real identity to Kirito, proving that their bond was forged long before the death game began.

Throughout the story, Argo acts as a catalyst for many plot developments, often providing the key information needed to overcome impossible odds. Despite her cynical exterior, she is deeply invested in the survival of her friends.

Did You Know?

• Argo published the beta test version of information about the 1st Floor Boss, Illfang the Kobold Lord.
• The raid party relied on Argo's published information about Illfang the Kobold Lord's weaponry and attack patterns.
• The information Argo published about the 1st Floor Boss turned out to be inaccurate because the boss's patterns had changed from the beta.
• The reliance on Argo's information contributed to Diavel's death during the 1st Floor Boss fight.