Sword Art Online: Alicization Episode 4 Apr 2026

: Reviewers noted this episode marked a shift toward a more serious, violent tone for the series, featuring intense pain and life-threatening consequences .

In , Episode 4 is titled " Departure " (旅立ち, Tabidachi ) . It originally aired on October 27, 2018, and concludes the "Alicization Beginning" arc . ⚔️ Key Plot Events Sword Art Online: Alicization Episode 4

: Critics and fans highlighted the gritty animation and "spectacular" fight choreography by A-1 Pictures . : Reviewers noted this episode marked a shift

: Kirito and Eugeo track Selka to the End Mountains, where they encounter a group of Goblins from the Dark Territory . Kirito retrieves swords for both of them and faces the leader, Ugachi the Lizard Killer . ⚔️ Key Plot Events : Critics and fans

: During the brutal fight, Eugeo is severely injured . As blood spills, both boys experience brief, suppressed memories of their childhood together with Alice .