Accel World Books in Order

Bullied junior high student Haruyuki Arita retreats into virtual games until the admired Kuroyukihime introduces him to Brain Burst. Her invitation opens the Accelerated World, where he becomes a Burst Linker and discovers a different kind of battle.

Haruyuki's life grows complicated when an elementary school girl appears claiming to be his younger sister. Meanwhile, the dangerous Armor of Catastrophe threatens the Accelerated World, giving his flying avatar a crucial role in confronting the corrupted equipment.

A new seventh grader exploits Brain Burst to gain power in everyday life, yet his avatar cannot be found on the dueling list. With Kuroyukihime away, Haruyuki must confront an opponent capable of taking something he deeply values.

Seiji Nomi uses Brain Burst to dominate both virtual battles and school life. After his cunning strips Haruyuki of Silver Crow's wings, the defeated boy must find a way to fight without the ability that once made him exceptional.

Chrome Disaster's lingering corruption weakens Haruyuki after his battle with the Acceleration Research Society. The Seven Kings demand purification, leaving him to choose between a punishing cleansing process and becoming a hunted player facing expulsion from the Accelerated World.

With Sky Raker returning to Nega Nebulus, Haruyuki joins a major Brain Burst mission involving the Hermes Cord space elevator. Kuroyukihime's expanded camera network and an unfamiliar scenario bring fresh complications, including unexpected intruders during an overnight gathering.

Nega Nebulus attempts to rescue Ardor Maiden as part of its effort to purify Silver Crow. Haruyuki's contact with her carries him into the forbidden Imperial Palace, where visions of Chrome Falcon and Saffron Blossom raise unsettling questions.

This collection revisits Haruyuki's desperate search for Aqua Current when his burst points run low, Kuroyukihime's unexpected duel during an Okinawa school trip, and a challenge from a mysterious black-clad player who fights with two swords.

Haruyuki faces Takumu in a battle complicated by the dangerous ISS kit and the purified Armor of Destiny. Saving his friend requires more than winning a duel, as the equipment threatens to draw both boys into darkness.

Fused with the Armor of Catastrophe, Haruyuki follows the anger provoked by Ash Roller's suffering toward the Acceleration Research Society. His pursuit of the ISS kit's creators encounters Green Grande and a shield that obstructs his advance.

The Seven Kings devise a plan to defeat Metatron and reach the Acceleration Research Society's headquarters. Haruyuki must develop Theoretical Mirror to survive the enemy's laser, but imagination alone cannot produce the new ability he needs.

A school festival brings jealousies and invitations, but danger in the Accelerated World interrupts Haruyuki's concerns. With Magenta Scissor and ISS kits threatening others, the effort to rescue Aqua Current leads toward Seiryu and a devastating Level Drain attack.

Haruyuki prepares for the school culture festival while trouble intensifies in the Accelerated World. Magenta Scissor's approach forces him to test his developing Optical Conduction ability, as an apparently peaceful interval gives way to the threat of tragedy.

Defeated by Wolfram Cerberus, Haruyuki struggles to obtain the Theoretical Mirror ability required for the mission against Metatron. Assistance from the unusual chocolate-themed avatar Chocolat Puppeteer offers a new approach to a problem his usual strengths cannot solve.

Blessed by Metatron, Haruyuki joins Takumu, Chiyuri, and Blood Leopard in a mission to rescue Nico. The Acceleration Research Society's base holds Black Vise, Argon Array, and a new version of the Disaster Armor that threatens their effort.

Determined to help Kuroyukihime uncover Brain Burst's truth before graduation, Haruyuki enters the Castle and reunites with Graphite Edge and Trilead Tetroxide. Their knowledge becomes crucial as the Black and Red Legions prepare to confront Oscillatory Universe.

Nega Nebulus seeks an alliance with the Green Legion to strengthen its position against the White Legion. Negotiations with Green Grande are interrupted by an unexpected visitor, complicating efforts to secure support in the Accelerated World.

Nega Nebulus and Prominence unite to confront the White Legion’s suspected ties to the Acceleration Research Society. Haruyuki must adjust to the expanded legion’s strength while preparing for an enemy whose motives and capabilities remain uncertain.

Nega Nebulus obtains recorded evidence linking the White Legion to the Acceleration Research Society. Haruyuki and his allies prepare to expose the connection at a meeting of the Seven Kings, risking confrontation with a powerful rival.

White Cosmos traps Kuroyukihime and the other kings after the White Legion’s crimes are exposed. Haruyuki must challenge the Sun God Inti to rescue them from a threat that could condemn their avatars to endless defeat.