Achievements & Trophies
All 52 Echoes of Aincrad achievements and trophies with their unlock conditions, which ones are secret, the four grinds that decide how long 100 percent takes, and the order to do everything in so nothing is left stranded after the credits.
Story, partners, collection, crafting, databases, bosses and Sword Skills — the six pillars of the trophy list.
Echoes of Aincrad ships with 52 unlocks on every platform — 40 bronze, 9 silver, 2 gold and the Nameless Hero platinum on PlayStation (the 100 percent equivalent on Steam and Xbox). Roughly a quarter of the list is hidden: the first-visit town trophies, all six partner recruits, the ending, and the Tezca Death Wielder kill. Nothing on the list is difficulty-gated, and nothing is permanently missable — the list is a coverage checklist, not a skill test.
Story, Towns & Exploration
Seven of these are secret trophies that pop the moment you first walk into a named town, so they cannot be missed on a normal route. Aincrad's Beacon and the two floor-map trophies are the only ones that ask for deliberate detours.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome to Sword Art OnlineSecret | Visit the Town of Beginnings for the first time. | Bronze |
| Beyond the PlainsSecret | Visit Horunka for the first time. | Bronze |
| Town on the LakeSecret | Visit Tolbana for the first time. | Bronze |
| City of the 2ndSecret | Visit Urbus for the first time. | Bronze |
| Info HuntSecret | Visit Marome for the first time. | Bronze |
| Seeking SanctuarySecret | Visit Taran for the first time. | Bronze |
| The Order of the Cherry BlossomSecret | Reach the ending. | Gold |
| Aincrad's Beacon | Complete a variety of side quests. | Silver |
| 1st Floor Trailblazer | Unlock a variety of maps on the 1st Floor. | Bronze |
| 2nd Floor Pioneer | Unlock a variety of maps on the 2nd Floor. | Bronze |
| Treasure Hunter | Obtain items from numerous world treasure chests. | Bronze |
Partner Recruitment (all secret)
Every SAO cast member is a separate bronze. Several of them sit behind optional quest chains rather than the main story, which makes this the single most commonly missed cluster on a first clear.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| The Black SwordsmanSecret | Become partners with Kirito. | Bronze |
| Together with LightningSecret | Become partners with Asuna. | Bronze |
| Partner in BusinessSecret | Become partners with Agil. | Bronze |
| Never AloneSecret | Become partners with Silica. | Bronze |
| Mace to Meet You!Secret | Become partners with Lisbeth. | Bronze |
| Ever DependableSecret | Become partners with Klein. | Bronze |
Weapon & Armor Collection
"A variety" is a counter, not a full set — you do not need every item in the game. Loot and buy across all six weapon types plus Tops, Gloves, Bottoms and Shields instead of selling everything you do not equip.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| A Broad Collection | Obtain a variety of Swords. | Bronze |
| Rapier Repertoire | Obtain a variety of Rapiers. | Bronze |
| Stash of Daggers | Obtain a variety of Daggers. | Bronze |
| A Mace to the Finish | Obtain a variety of Maces. | Bronze |
| Claymore Collector | Obtain a variety of Two-Handed Swords. | Bronze |
| Axe and You Shall Receive | Obtain a variety of Two-Handed Axes. | Bronze |
| Top Heavy | Obtain a variety of Tops. | Bronze |
| Glove Actually | Obtain a variety of Gloves. | Bronze |
| Too Big for Your Breeches | Obtain a variety of Bottoms. | Bronze |
| Suitable for all Aegis | Obtain a variety of Shields. | Bronze |
Crafting, Smithy & Cosmetics
All four are one-off actions you can clear in a single Town of Beginnings visit once you own a Crafting Manual. Artisan's Pride is the only one that needs materials — take a cheap early weapon to its final upgrade tier rather than a legendary.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| The Smithy's Favourite Customer | Use a Crafting Manual to create a piece of equipment. | Bronze |
| The Item Seller's Favourite Customer | Use a Crafting Manual to create a consumable. | Bronze |
| Artisan's Pride | Upgrade any weapon to its final tier. | Bronze |
| True Colours | Use the Costume Color Change feature for the first time. | Bronze |
Database Completion
Nothing fills the Database passively. First-time kills log monsters, opening a chest logs its contents, and talking to an NPC logs their entry — so the trophies reward stopping to interact rather than sprinting past.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Association Archivist | Collect 10 World Database entries. | Bronze |
| Aincrad Professor | Collect a variety of World Database entries. | Silver |
| Pack Rat | Collect a variety of Item Database entries. | Bronze |
| Walking Armory | Collect a variety of Equipment Database entries. | Bronze |
| Monstrous Knowledge | Collect a variety of Monster Database entries. | Bronze |
| Walking Directory | Collect a variety of Character Database entries. | Bronze |
Combat & Bosses
Boss Killer is the long pole: 100 boss defeats needs Ark bosses, Warped Dungeon runs and repeat clears on top of the 34 main quests. Tezca Death Wielder is the true final threat and gates the second gold.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Boss Killer | Defeat 100 bosses (counted across the whole save, optional bosses included). | Bronze |
| Seal Breaker | Defeat a variety of Ark bosses. | Bronze |
| Those Who Transcend DeathSecret | Defeat the Tezca Death Wielder. | Gold |
| Battle Master | Raise any Sword Skill to its maximum level. | Bronze |
Sword Skill Mastery (6 silvers)
Six silvers, one per weapon type, each requiring every Sword Skill for that weapon to be learned. This is the biggest grind in the list because Sword Skills unlock through weapon proficiency, so you must actually play all six weapons.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Edge Lord | Learn all Sword Skills for the Sword. | Silver |
| Grand Duelist | Learn all Sword Skills for the Rapier. | Silver |
| Swift Blade | Learn all Sword Skills for the Dagger. | Silver |
| Blunt Truth | Learn all Sword Skills for the Mace. | Silver |
| Famed Flamberge | Learn all Sword Skills for the Two-Handed Sword. | Silver |
| Lead Headsman | Learn all Sword Skills for the Two-Handed Axe. | Silver |
Progression & Platinum
Level 100, a million Col and the full Key Stone set are all post-game targets. None of them are missable — they are simply the last things left when everything else is done.
| Trophy | How to unlock | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Proficient Player | Reach Player Lv. 100. | Bronze |
| Incorrigible Wealth | Acquire 1,000,000 or more Col. | Bronze |
| A Strong Lifeline | Reach the maximum limit of Healing Crystals. | Bronze |
| Prismatic Powerhouse | Obtain all Key Stones. | Silver |
| Nameless Hero | Obtain all other trophies (platinum / 100 percent). | Platinum |
The Four Real Time Sinks
Six weapon Sword Skill silvers
Learning every Sword Skill for Sword, Rapier, Dagger, Mace, Two-Handed Sword and Two-Handed Axe means levelling six separate proficiencies. Rotate weapons during trash clears and low-risk side quests, and keep your safe main equipped for boss fights.
Boss Killer — 100 bosses
Main story bosses alone do not reach 100. Fill the gap with Ark bosses summoned using Gold Crystals, Augite and Warped Dungeon bosses, and repeatable post-game encounters. Track the counter and farm the fastest fight you have unlocked.
Prismatic Powerhouse — all Key Stones
Key Stones only appear after the credits. They come from post-game high-level side quests and Warped Dungeon clears, and each one you feed in adds permanent stat buffs — so this grind also makes the Tezca fight far easier.
Proficient Player — Level 100
Level 100 is above what the main campaign gives you. Post-game dungeon loops and Ark boss repeats are the efficient route; power levelling in a good spot beats grinding low-level plains mobs.
Key Stones & the Post-Game Wall
Prismatic Powerhouse is the one silver that cannot be touched during a normal playthrough. Key Stones do not exist until the credits roll; afterwards they arrive from high-level post-game side quests and from Warped Dungeon clears, one per dungeon cleared. Each Key Stone is a meta-currency that grants permanent base-stat buffs, and higher-level clears power the existing set up further.
That makes the Key Stone grind double duty: it is the requirement for the silver and the intended preparation for Tezca Death Wielder, whose gold trophy sits behind the same post-game content. Clear post-game side quests first, feed every Key Stone in, then attempt the fight.
Safe Completion Order
- 1Clear side quests as they appear instead of banking them — Aincrad's Beacon, partner recruits and the two floor-map trophies all live in optional content.
- 2Recruit all six partners before the final story gate so the secret partner bronzes are not left to a second run.
- 3Interact with everything on your first pass: talk to NPCs, open every chest you see, and fight each new monster once so the Database fills itself.
- 4Stop selling equipment blindly — obtain-a-variety trophies count what you have acquired, but you still need the pieces for the Equipment Database entries.
- 5Rotate weapon types during ordinary combat from Floor 1, not after the credits, or the six Sword Skill silvers become a dedicated grind.
- 6Keep spare Col once you pass roughly 800,000 so Incorrigible Wealth pops instead of being spent away at the Smithy.
Completion Mistakes to Avoid
| Mistake | Do this instead |
|---|---|
| Saving all side quests for after the ending | Several partner recruits and Aincrad's Beacon come from side quests during the campaign; finish them as they unlock. |
| Selling or dismantling every duplicate drop | Equipment Database entries and the ten collection trophies both count acquired gear. Log it first, sell it second. |
| Sticking to one weapon the whole run | Six silvers require every weapon type's Sword Skills. Swap during low-risk content from the first floor. |
| Rushing past NPCs and chests | Character, World and Item Database entries only register through interaction — Treasure Hunter needs world chests specifically. |
| Chasing Key Stones before the credits | Key Stones do not exist pre-ending. Do not waste time hunting them until post-game side quests unlock. |
| Assuming difficulty gates the list | No trophy requires Hard or Death Game Mode. Play the difficulty you enjoy — completion is about coverage, not challenge settings. |
Achievement FAQ
How many achievements are in Echoes of Aincrad?
52 in total — 40 bronze, 9 silver, 2 gold and the Nameless Hero platinum. About fourteen are hidden as secret trophies.
Are any trophies missable?
Nothing is permanently locked out, but the six secret partner recruits are the easiest cluster to leave behind. Clear side quests as they unlock.
Which one takes the longest?
The six Sword Skill silvers, followed by Boss Killer's 100 defeats and reaching Player Level 100.
Do I need Death Game Mode or a high difficulty?
No. No trophy on the list is difficulty-gated, including Death Game Mode.
Prepare your completion run
Coverage is the whole game here — plan levelling, weapon rotation and post-game routing before you start chasing the last few unlocks.