Through A Scope (Sinon X Reader)

Chapter 7 - Land Of The Dead

@shikei (Twitter)

I decided to rewatch the SAO anime and got to the 'Alicization' arc. I found out Kureha, Zeliska, from Fatal Bullet, were actually canon in the anime as they were shown in the first episode of the arc. (I never liked Itsuki so I don't know if I'll add him. Maybe in the future) I am adding them in now because I can and no one can stop me.
Also saw some other stories with pictures of characters in the thing above so I thought I might add some of them for you guys to look at too. I'll try to add sources so you can view the creators' other works.

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Saturday, June 6th, 2026

It has been just over two weeks since Shino told you about her past. After that, you and Sinon have been training non-stop in preparation for the next Bob preliminaries, on Saturday, June 20th. Everything about Shino (and her counterpart, Sinon) amazed you. Despite the fact she had a horrible past mixed with a traumatizing fear, she still pushed on and overcame her fear. Her ability to wield a gun, even after the incident she had was an example of pure strength. You admired her. To be honest, who wouldn't? Her intellect, her prowess, her ability to stay calm in pressurized situations. It was all a demonstration of her true power. All of these attributes intensified your feelings towards her. She was all you could think about.

"Are you listening?" A voice snaps you from your thoughts. "I said we'll hit these targets one more time, then head back to the SBC Glocken. Sound good? Or do you need me to repeat it again?" Sinon raised an eyebrow.
"Sounds good." You reply.
"Honestly... The tournament is in two weeks. You can't go spacing out like that on the battlefield!"
"I hear you, there's just something on my mind."
"Oh? Do you mind sharing? It might take a load off of your chest."
"I-I'm good!" There was no way you could tell her that she was what you were spacing out over.
"Alright... I'm here if you need me, okay?"
"Yeah, I got it." You both finished your last round of practice and headed back to the safe area.

"You're definitely getting better," Sinon compliments. "But, improvements could still be made. You're a bit shaky when focusing on the moving targets. Just calm your breath and try and predict where they are going. Shoot ahead of time, and don't forget about the time it takes for the bullet to travel."
"Got it. Predict their movements."
"Exactly."

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"Hey! U/N! SINON!" You hear a familiar voice calling you both from behind you. You had just made it back to the SBC Glocken and you were already called upon. You turn to see Akira jogging towards you, two other girls behind him.
"You're drawing a crowd, Akira." The older woman groans. You look around and indeed there were a few groups of people staring and pointing. Some even debating if they should come up. But why would they want to come up to us?
"Sorry, Zeliska." Akira apologises.
I've heard of that name before.

The first, smaller girl has a blue-eyed and pink-haired avatar, with a single ponytail to her right. Her black tank top and white skirt are accompanied by her prominently pink jacket, along with her white gloves and boots.
Zeliska - according to Akira - on the other hand, has red eyes, white hair that rests on her left shoulder, a small mole below her left eye, and a single earring on her left ear. Her outfit is mainly royal purple, featuring white patterns. Her belt is accompanied by two pouches on the right side of her hip. Now that you got a good look at her attire, you realized she was one of GGO's celebrities. It would be weird to make things awkward so you just stay calm.

"Hey, Akira." You greet. "Who're they?"
"This is Kureha," He points to the girl in pink. "And Zeliska." He points to the other female. "I met them while I was training for the BoB. They're taking part too, apparently."
"Hey. I'm U/N. Sorry you had to put up with him. I know he can be a hassle, sometimes."
"You can say that again," Kureha says. You sigh.
"What did he do this time?"
"Shh!" Akira shushes the girl, his finger over his mouth. Kureha and Zeliska both shake their heads.