Hathaway Noa's fight against the Earth Federation continues, culminating in a terrorist attack on Adelaide's government conference. Gigi Andalucia remains crucial, her influence embodying the "witch" figure.
When a popular MMORPG is scheduled to be shut down permanently, veteran player Momonga refuses to log out. As NPCs begin to develop personalities and minds of their own he decides to put his skills to use as the game's new overlord.
