Disclaimer: I do not own Sword Art Online or Deadpool. Both are owned by their respective owners.

''This Chapter is brought to you by Beyor and beta-read by Fate-of-Wishes. Have fun!''

Karluin. The capital city of the fifth floor and the only city that was in clear view throughout the entire level. The fifth floor's theme was Relics and that was clearly portrayed in the layout that consisted of countless underground tunnels and tracks. Underground lay even cities, a crack in the far distance giving only a glimpse of where the second town of this floor should be.

Within an old castle in that very same city stood Kirito, reflecting on life and everything else that had happened over the last few days. A ghostly treasure-hunting adventure, his red-pyjamaed partner scaring the crap out of Asuna by making use of her phobia of ghosts. He recounted the field and floor bosses that were easily handled even when his partner once again found himself in a tight situation – which he had strangely taken advantage of, by planting a continuous number of spears in Fuscus's mouth.

All of this while Kirito was still trying to come up with a reason for his partner's recent ability developments. Not only had the number of available teleports increase to 200 ever since arriving on the new floor, he too had received the miracles and overpowered skill – Regeneration -. Although it was still only at 10% percent of its total proficiency, it was still strong enough to heal the idiot back to full in a mere twenty minutes.

There was the Flag of Valor incident, but that was taken care of in a matter of seconds. For now, the quintet-party had decided to watch the New Year fireworks in the almost everlasting darkness of the fifth floor. Realizing it was almost 12:00 o'clock and the fireworks would begin, the black-haired boy turned around and made his way back to where the others were supposed to be.

Although that was the plan, a sudden shiver ran down his spine, his instincts screaming he was in danger. Before he could even figure out what was going on, Kirito instinctively dodged an incoming dagger and materialized his Sword of Evertide. He was only a second too late though as he felt the point of something sharp pressing against his back, accompanied by an ice-cold voice whispering with a hint of manically pleasure, ''It's showtime.'' When Kirito tried to move, the point on his back increased in pressure. ''Whoopsie, stay still now. I wouldn't want you to move and get stabbed by my knife."

''Who are you?''

''You haven't worked it out yet? I'm kind of disappointed, blackie.''

It didn't take long for Kirito to put the pieces together. ''You're Morte's boss. The one who taught the Legend Braves the scram and tried to break the front line apart.''

''Oh, I like it. Sounds mysterious. Anyways, why don't you tell me where that red-clothed partner of yours is?''

''You'll have to be more specific!'' A shout echoed behind them as Deadpool teleported behind the attacker and crouched down. ''Leaf Village Secret Finger Jutsu: One Thousand Years of Death!''

Before either player could even comprehend what was happening, the system stepped in and the Crime Prevention Code appeared, sending Morte's boss flying at least six feet into the air.

''You're not getting away!'' Deadpool declared before he ran forward, having already spent all his teleports for this day. Before he could do anything though, the attacker dropped a smoke bomb and vanished.

''Next time you're going to have to come up with something better than that ninja crap, you DC copy! Until next time, blackie!''

Kirito momentarily tensed, activating his search skill before relaxing and letting out a huge sigh. ''Thank you, DP. That was a close call.'' It was only once he moved a little closer that he noticed the Merc with a Mouth had not reacted like he usually did. ''DP, are you alright?''

''He knew who I was...'' Deadpool whispered before shouting, ''He knew the meme!''

[We have to find him again.]

{We have a partner in crime!}

Kirito sighed, ''DP, the fireworks are about to begin. Are you coming along?''

''Oh, yeah of course!'' Deadpool answered, his mind half occupied by the event that had just taken place.

Only when the fireworks had started was Deadpool was fully back to the present. He had received a hundred PM's from all the friends he had in his menu, but the one that currently drew his curiosity wasn't one of them.

''Happy new year DP,'' Argo said as she hugged the red-pyjamaed player with a smile.

''Happy new year, Argo.''

Argo frowned. His response was a little bland in comparison to what she was used to, but she decided to let it slide. Late at night, around two o'clock to be precise, the players decided to sleep again for the next day would be just as exhaustive as the past few.

Deadpool, laying in his bed, unironically slapped himself to wake up and said, ''Wake up you shithead. We need to find that bastard tomorrow and meme… I mean capture him alive! Goddammit!''

Mumbling, ''Nobody calls me a DC copy without experiencing why I am so much better than that old man,'' Deadpool fell into a deep slumber.

The sixth floor was literally a puzzle floor, the floor of the capital city alone a giant game of sudoku that changed patterns each day. To enter your room, you needed to solve a simple puzzle. Even the field boss was hidden in a mystery, one both Kirito and Asuna had tried to solve but ...

''You really have no creativity, do you?'' Deadpool mumbled to himself in the room, reading the manual of dummies once more, as well as reading the manual that was gifted to him by an unknown force. ''Which is total reasonable by the way. I mean, that Reki bastard just added five progressives in the shop and after that, it was all pure imagination.''

[And it still has to be logical.]

{No flying tiger unicorns?}

''And on top of that, this book only has the main plot in it, and we all know how that is going right now.''

[Should we go differently?]

{Well, we already have Yuna here. Might as well go find the others!}.

Before deciding to agree with the pair of voices in his head, Deadpool had another thing to share. ''Yeah, pretty much. I know who the hell that was, but how did that bastard know who I was?! He even called me a DC copy… I beat that old bastard! [It's true.] {It's on Death battle!}. And he knew the goddamn meme!''

Not knowing what to do at this point, Deadpool decided to venture through his menu once again and inspected his newly updated skills.

- Teleportation, 200/1000. -

- Magic Satchel, 60/1000. -

- Mimic, 60/1000. -

- Martial Arts, 279/1000. -

- Regeneration, 60/1000. –

''Another skill that levels up on each floor with 10 points. Hope you have something epic planned for these skills because this will take a hell of a long time to upgrade.'' [At least we have the Martial Arts skill.]

Deadpool wanted to say more, however, the sound of a knock interrupted his thoughts and behind it, a familiar voice asked, ''DP, come look at what Yuna has.''

''Fine, fine. I've got nothing to do anyway.'' Deadpool answered shortly before pushing himself out of bed and opening the door.

Following the rat through the puzzling inn, the duo finally arrived at the brown-haired girl's room and knocked on the door. ''Yu-chan, can we come in?''

''Sure!'' their latest asset {Ha, you said ass!} said cheerfully before Argo and Deadpool stepped in. Deadpool was not expecting to see her that cheerfully at all and certainly was confused when she hugged him in an instant.

''Yu-chan?'' Argo asked confused.

''Not that I don't like it, but what's this for?'' The Merc in Red asked curiously. Yuna released herself from Deadpool, a beautiful emotion held in her eyes before she activated her latest addition.

A beautiful chant echoed through the room, Deadpool's worries and other negative symptoms of the past few days drifting away with the music. After three minutes had passed by, both listeners stood with their eyes closed and were humming along to the delightful melody. Yuna stopped, opened her eyes and asked, ''How was it?''

''That was so beautiful. Don't you agree, DP?'' Argo asked before she noticed the Merc had teleported in front of Yuna.

Kneeling in front of her, he asked, [Almost begged.] ''Can I have your autograph?''

Noticing the big grin on his face, as well as the unexpected embrace she had missed, Argo let out a smile before thinking, he's back.

She was worried about us? Then we better not disappoint her again, right OP?

[Well said.]

{We're back in action!}

So Deadpool knew also immediately what to do. The problem in current Aincrad was there was just no action at the moment, except for a tad bit on the front line. But he knew someone capable enough to change that.

''Wasn't the information last time sufficient, Argo-san?'' the grey-haired player asked the rat as their second meeting on the sixth floor was about to start. ''And it's fancy meeting you again, Deadpool.'' Heathcliff followed on to the Merc in Red.

''This is not about the campaign quest, Heathcliff-san,'' Argo started. ''I was wondering what you knew about the chant skill?'' Deadpool in the meantime was juggling with some swords, an NPC maid constantly repeating ''That is dangerous. That is dangerous.''

''The chant skill?'' Heathcliff asked, confounded and curious. ''I believe only one player had achieved it in the beta, but he had only tested it a few times before the deadline was reached. In that aspect, I can't help you very well.''

''In which aspect can you?'' Deadpool asked, instantly catching the implication of those words [Or the underscore to be precise].

Heathcliff shifted his attention to the Merc and answered, ''Only my personal thoughts. Although a Chant skill is nice and all, this required the player to exit the safe zones to obtain it, just like the Martial Arts skill. Because of the trouble of having to go through all of that, it must be worth a fair bit more than a regular skill.''

Take a short break, idiot! Nobody likes to read a whole lap of text! [We are there for the rescue.] {Now let's continue!}

''There are many examples in old stories that give chanting much more meaning. There are examples of these in songs taming beasts as well as strengthening friendships or damaging enemies.''

''Meaning it can distract mobs, damage them, give buffs or debuffs and many more options,'' Argo said.

''Precisely,'' Heathcliff nodded.

He moved to continue, but Deadpool slouched back in his chair and mumbled with reason, ''Not that it matters anyway.''

Both interlocutors stared in question at Deadpool, yet Heathcliff was a second quicker to act and asked the Merc, ''What makes you say that?''

Laying his feet on another chair, he answered, ''Give it a quick thought. The only players that are currently experiencing this world to its fullest potential are we front liners, and all we care about is leaving this world. What is the point of a skill that doesn't help at all in accomplishing that goal?''

Argo wondered what the Merc in Red was up to, especially since it was him that had requested Yuna take the skill. That curiosity turned to shock when he stated, ''If you ask me, Kayaba waisted a lot of potential here.''

Heathcliff's eyes shone in silent fascination and with a simple motion, he materialized a bag of Col. ''Can you explain those thoughts?'' Paying for someone's opinion? Why would you do that? Argo thought before deciding to play the observing party in this curious event.

Deadpool sat up on his chair. ''Not a problem. Are you familiar with dwarves, Heathcliff?''

''Dwarves? Yes, I have seen them in a few stories.'' Heathcliff said, leaving out the fact that there was a Dwarf campaign in the world of Sword Art Online.

''Good. Then you are aware Dwarves are known for creating superior equipment and such. This makes them stronger and with such activities, they train their body. The same counts for a crafter, or a dancer. Why would Aincrad be any different?''

''I see. You mean to say players should earn experience by training non-combat related skills and level up without actually risking their lives. But what determines what they earn?'' Heathcliff asked as he was quick to see the core.

Hook, line and sinker! Deadpool thought as he answered, ''There are many ways to do so. You can let it depend on the level of the item, on the number of items, the quality of the items used or even achievements.''

Heathcliff was, unlike at the start of the conversation, completely intrigued by the idea and asked, ''But why think about such things? Only Kayaba can change the game. What makes you think he would even consider these ideas?''

Deadpool smiled and said, ''Because Kayaba isn't enjoying the current world himself right now.'' Noticing the questionable gaze from Heathcliff and Argo, and knowing he had to continue, he explained, ''According to the speech Kayaba gave at the beginning, [That we had listened to thoroughly.] {And not have read while laying in bed...} he wanted a world to live and interact with. In other words, a world that was realistic.

[Pause.]{And continue!} ''I think the whole idea of trapping us players was to make this world more realistic. But a world where only around 600 players are active is hardly a world to live and interact with. And apart from our lovely dark elf companion, interacting with only NPCs is probably just plain boring. So, Kayaba wants more players to play and live in his world, to make use of it to its fullest potential.''

Not believing someone could read him so well, Heathcliff attempted to save his internal coolness and cleared his throat. ''Sounds like a plausible hypothesis. But although it sounds like an idea Kayaba wants to add, how are you going to announce this news to him?''

This time Argo stepped in. ''I don't think there really is a need, given how mister troll here was the main reason for an enormous battle that definitely should not have gotten 10000 Forest elf killed and a five-level jump. If Kayaba is watching this world, DP is certainly in his view.''

That moment, Deadpool received another notification. Instantly catching on that this was yet again a new item received from an unknown force, he materialized the item. ''So, the only thing I have to do is show everyone this amazing book and the rest will follow.''

''What is that?'' Heathcliff glanced at the book in front of him, much larger than any manual Argo has brought out.

Yeah OP. What is this? [He just adds things without explaining things.] {Communication!}.

Deciding to trust in OP {Like hell!} Deadpool shifted his attention to Heathcliff and answered, ''A book. If you want to know more, you can rent it.''

As Heathcliff was reading the title, he apparently saw something interesting as he asked, ''Is 1200 col enough?''

''Yeah, but I want it back.''

And so, the first preparations were made to make Aincrad a bit more 'exciting.'

Argo was doing her familiar routine of information gathering. Yuna had decided to invest her time into training her Chant skill, first only for her own ears to hear. Kirito and Asuna had decided to finish the - Stachyson quest - and since Deadpool had no reason to do any of these things, he decided to travel throughout the world and see what he could encounter on a simple day.

''Those two are just dating. Sometimes, you just got to let them go and let them do their thing.'' Deadpool spoke to himself. ''Although it is a bit rude of them not to take Yuna and Argo with them.'' [That will happen eventually.] {We will make sure of that!}

Traveling through the first floor, because that is where most of the players were, Deadpool sat against a wall in the plaza and had just started to inspect the players that were passing by.

''Not sure what you're doing, but I'll go along with it. It's difficult to write something about floors when you only know minor things about it. So, for Beyor, I will ask; anyone got some nice ideas for floors they want to see? Otherwise, I will take some from the other story.'' Deadpool asked the air in front of him. ''Of course, I can also take the floors from Integral Factor.'' [Are they canon?] {Doesn't matter.}

At that moment, a new pop-up appeared in the Merc's HUD with another manual. ''Stop making me read stuff, please. It's so exhaustive!''

Despite that, Deadpool opened the book, let the sudden wind do its work and ended on the chapter -Characters -.

''Oh, so you want me to recruit other players.'' [Who did you have in mind?]

In the character chapter was a subchapter with 'Important Characters' including the likes of Kirito, Asuna, Argo, Yuna, and Heathcliff. And it was precisely this part that was highlighted.

''Yes, yes, I see it. You really have something going with that word quota, don't you? Anyway, let's see what this book can tell me about all the important people that we will be meeting.''

Aincrad's best blacksmith: Brown-haired girl until…. baby doll face… secret crush on Kirito… [Who doesn't?] first meeting on the 56th floor.

Next up: Dragon Tamer and… {Don't worry, you can say what everyone is thinking} …loli [Very good] {It is important to be true to yourself!}. First meeting on the 52nd floor. Dagger user. Adorable.

Thirdly: Dark blue-haired member of the… {Blahblahblah}. First official crush of Kirito. Dies on the 27th floor… becomes the reason for Kirito's unbelievable level as well as his untrue emo image… [We are not judging.] {He will always be Jesus-kun!}

Fourthly: {Seriously, how many people do you want to add in this game?} White-haired girl. Was a normal player… death of friends… saved by… looked up to… Girls Ops. [Didn't read] {small meme.}

Shifting his attention to the air once again, Deadpool asked, ''How are you guys able to keep up with this shit? I mean, even OP is having trouble following this and he's the one writing it.''

Turning his gaze back to the book, he continued to read the pile of information that would serve as a base for the future chapters to come. '' If the readers want it as well. No point adding characters that people don't want to read about.''

Well, fifth character: young girl…. black hair…. memory loss… not even human… Wait, they get a daughter? He's not growing any grass over it, is he?

Anyway, up to the next one. Oh, another note. - Characters are optional if all three parties allow them to shine. - What's that supposed to mean? Let's see who these characters are. Try to keep up:

- Black-haired/blue-haired girl, childhood tragedy, cute, unsure of herself.

- Blond/black hair, favorite hiding place for any men or pixie Yui. I mean, she is an AI of culture.

- Orange-haired girl, complicated shit, new playground, treasures.

- Black-hair, very unknown, who the fuck is she? Oh, OP still doesn't know completely. Read Integral Factor, you idiot!

- Blond haired... wait, did you say boy? Wait, wait, wait, that can't be right…. no, it says boy. [Okay] {We are not judgy!}.

- Blond-haired girl. Why does it say there are two options? I haven't seen the third season yet, baka! [See what we did there?]

How many more do I need to read? These really are a lot of characters to read. I thought this story was about me!

It was at that moment a gentle wind passed Deadpool, almost as if an invisible hand patted his head.

Well, thank you. but you forgot no homo. Shifting his attention to the book again, he noticed two new words appearing, followed by an orange-lining. Okay, you got me there.

- Red-haired girl, hated or just misunderstood? Spear, you are going to like her. [Curious.]

- Red/grey haired girl, unique skill, OP as hell, like it.

- Purple/white-haired girl, adorable, strange, straightforward. Two-handed sword.

''Okay, okay, that is enough for now. We can't spoil everything.'' Deadpool winked before teleporting to a roof of a house and watching the sunset from that height. There, he looked at it with a meaningful softness in his eyes, before copying an anime stance of an important scene and murmuring, ''You have a lot of plans, OP, but I want things as well. Tell me where to find that meme bastard, and the plans you have here will become a reality.''

Almost immediately, a pop-up appeared again, this time with a change in objectives.

- Clear the hundredth floor of Aincrad, 6/100

- Save as many players as you can, 978.

- Find a recipe for chimichangas.

- Kirito harem 0/? – [?] {Holy shit, what are you planning?}

- Find and befriend/capture POH.

''It seems we understand each other. And since we are looking majestic here anyway, let's focus on the reviews.

1. 'General Wookie'. [Good enough?] {You are now part of the story!}.

2. Oh yeah, Aincrad Geographic Episode 2. I promised that, right? This chapter might take longer, but a promise is a promise.

3. Well, that has yet to be seen. I am not adding planes [Maybe dragons] but no planes to this world. First, we make Aincrad great again! And good question. OP, is Cable to appear in this story? Oh, you are not going to tell. I guess that's a surprise.''

Standing up from the roof, Deadpool nodded once before running forward, yet again parkouring through the Town of Beginnings into the sunset.

05-01-2023, 13:41, Acta, village of the sixth floor.

A total of 67 players had shown up at the floor boss meeting, thus far a record number of participants for any battle whatsoever. The reason for this meeting was a logical one, the acknowledged information from the elf campaign about the boss a disturbing rumor.

''So, unlike previous battles, this boss will know how to tackle multiple players head-on.'' Diavel began. ''And according to the forest elf campaign, it is smart enough not to be distracted by taunts from our tanks.''

''Which can be troublesome, considering that was what had us pulled through in previous battle.'' Lind jumped in.

''Which means, we will need a distraction crazy enough not even a smart boss can ignore it,'' Agil stated for the four-man squad. ''Who could we possibly ask to take on such a role?''

Suddenly, strange music with a good beat filled the air, followed by the sudden teleportation of everyone's favorite Merc.

''Now this looks like a job for me,

So, everybody just follow me,

'Cause we need a little controversy,

'Cause it feels so empty without me.

I said, this looks like a job for me,

So everybody just follow me,

'Cause we need a little controversy,

'Cause it feels so empty without me.''

When the music had ended, many players wondered why they had raised their hands or had taken these strange positions like they were part of a rap band. While Kibaou stood back from his crouched rap position with a hidden blush, Diavel said, ''Glad you could make it, Deadpool-san. Thank you for volunteering for this heavy task. We are counting on you!''

While Kirito, Argo, Yuna, and Asuna had another 'For once, be normal DP.' moment, Deadpool affirmed, ''Of course and I have just the plan. I have my conditions though.''

''If nobody dies and we beat the boss, the conditions are accepted.'' Lind instantly answered, not wanting to waste another time on this pointless meeting.

''Perfect!'' Deadpool smiled, a few players feeling a shiver crawling down their spines.

''Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome back to the second chapter of everyone's favorite program: Aincrad Geographic. I am your host Deadpool and today we'll be taking a closer look at the visitors and obstacles of this breathtaking world.''

Teleports away onto the boss's head - Phezzona the Vegetarian King- while the raiding group attacks.*

''Ah yes, our first subject of the day will be the creature lying very close to us, or to be more precise, who is right beneath us.'' Dodging a whip from the giant boss, the house-sized plant decided to focus one after another root at the annoying player standing on its body. ''With Razorblade teeth and iron-hard roots, this giant abomination is a real threat to any adventurer that doesn't have any pesticide with him.''

Teleports from head to one of the roots.*

''That brings us to the next subject. Jim [the reader], do you know where it is?'' What are they supposed to do? ''Jim, Jim, get it together! You are sloppy. Focus on the blue-haired copy.'' Deadpool commanded with passion, his words about the vice-leader Lind. ''Ah yes. Hold that camera steady. Our next subject is what they call 'a perfectionist without perfection.' This creature has copied the hair- and fighting style of his version of the perfect beta player and is striving for that perfection. Only time can tell if this creature can complete his quest, as this is not such an easy task.''

Teleports to next root, dodging two whips in the progress.*

''Only three subjects left, ladies and gentlemen. The main event is the last two subjects of the day, but first, let us focus on this next subject, that does not belong to this category. Jim, focus on the ugly one!''

''Who are you calling ugly, you bastard!'' the spiked player shouted, before another two players held a hand over his mouth to stop one of the conditions from being broken.

''Sorry for the interruption. This subject is known to have a short temper.'' Kibaou had to hold himself back from throwing another retort but mustered the will to keep himself silent. While dodging more and more roots from the plant, Deadpool continued with, ''Although mistrusted in the past, the creature has developed an unusual pattern in its slow reach for perfection. Although it still has a very, very, long way to go, this abominate subject is slowly rising from his deepest depths.''

Kibaou didn't know what that meant, but it sounded good. And thus, he let the remark go. Dodging another root from above, Deadpool mimicked a familiar certain movement from the fourth floor, teleporting just in front of Phezonna's mouth, shouted ''Kobe!'' and threw the lit torch straight in.

While the boss caught fire and began to fill the room with intense heat, Deadpool continued, ''And now for the main subjects. Jim, focus man! We have still so many things to capture! Hold that camera steady and aim there!'' This time, the end of Deadpool's hand pointed at the Rat, who was, because of her level, fighting alongside as well.

''Ah yes, the fourth subject of the day. Known as Rattus Argo or in English, 'Argo the Rat'. This creature is just as one of our formers subjects that belong to the beta species - a race filled with strength and wisdom, yet also with cowardly and idiotic members.''

Diavel felt that the part about Lind and this latest part was aimed at him, but being thankful he was still alive, he let the comment slide and focused on his role as leader of the ALA. Not to mention, if he didn't pay attention enough, some of the players would probably get hurt by the fires.

''This particular member is a vital member of this race and with her knowledge, wisdom, courage, boldness and outstanding looks, she is one of the pillars this world stands on.''

Argo was afraid for an embarrassing introduction but to her pleasant surprise, it was quite the opposite. Beaming from the compliments, she charged the boss head-on, accompanied with a stunning grin. Unnoticed by everyone, Kirito stared at her as if he saw her in a different light.

''And now for our last subject of the day. A little zoom-in on the target, Jim. Ah, perfect!'' Deadpool said enthusiastically, his 'camera' aimed at Yuna. ''This subject is one of the newest additions to what the visitors of this world call the 'front line', and she arrives in spectacular fashion. Jim, stop focusing on her assets and bring her face into view.'' Deadpool commanded, Yuna lightly blushing as she fought side by side with her party members. ''With dagger, flute, beautiful voice and just as stunning looks, she is the dream of every lonely man. However, it seems this creature has already found a mate it wants to continue further with.''

Although the heat from the fire certainly was influencing many in the floor room, the beet-red face of Yuna was a different cause. It was a clear sign she still remembered a certain bath scene and was now desperately trying to avoid eye contact with several questionably gazing players.

While Phezonna was going for a final all-out attack on Deadpool, the Merc in Red simply teleported away and concluded as tears appeared on the boss's body, ''And this is the end of today's episode. Until next time, here on Aincrad Geographic.'' And with a shattering-boss in the background, the raiding group stood triumphant, Deadpool raising his arms like a champion [Like Tony Stark in that first movie] {We need more explosions!}.

Author's notes:

That was it for chapter 7. Deadpool, take it away.

''Thanks, OP. Your planning was as lousy as ever, but three months isn't as bad as it seems. [Or is two?] {Doesn't matter.}. Hope you lads have enjoyed this adventure. That was all. You wanted to add something, OP?''

Yes. As most have noticed, I have a lot of preparation in this chapter, mainly in characters. I wanted to use a poll for this, but I have no idea how to add such a thing. Until I have learned that aspect of the website, please let me know who you want to see in the story (Revolving the Sword Art Online franchise that is, Deadpool characters I will decide myself) in the reviews or PMs. Also, let me know what floor themes you want to see. Lastly, we will be skipping some floors from here on out.

''Really? Lazy bastard.''

Ignores Deadpool* Hope you guys enjoyed this chapter and see you in the next one!