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Summary
A coloured illustration on pages 2-3 of Sword Art Online Volume 08.

Latest image source: Ruranobe

Original image source: 1caiser

Sword Art Online Volume 8, Yen Press release
Asuna: "What is this...? Ramen?" Kirito: "...So, have you come to any conclusions, Commander?" Heathcliff: "Then I will give you an answer worthy of this false ramen's flavor."
 * Vice commander of the KoB. A rapier expert nicknamed "the Flash."
 * The Black Swordsman, who saved everyone trapped inside SAO, the game of death. A solo player with the unique skill Dual Blades.
 * Commander of the Knights of the Blood guild. His unique skill, Holy Sword, gives him tremendous strength. Does not get along with Kirito.

Alternative
Kirito: "......So, Guild Leader, do you have any clues?"
 * A player trying to save everyone in the VRMMO Death game «SAO», nicknamed the «Black Swordsman». A «Solo Player» who possesses the unique «Dual Blades» skill.

Asuna: "...... What is this dish? Ramen?"
 * Sub-Leader of the «Knights of the Blood» Guild. A rapier master nicknamed the «Flash».

'''Heathcliff: "Then, I'll give you an answer of equal value to this bowl of fake ramen." '''
 * Guild Leader of the strongest guild «Knights of the Blood». Possesses the unique skill «Holy Sword», known for his overwhelming power. Does not get along very well with Kirito.