.hack//Quantum

.hack//Quantum is an OVA series, part of the third era of the .hack saga, produced by Kinema Citrus and distributed by Bandai Visual. Consisting of three episodes, it marks the first in the series to be licensed by Funimation. The story is set in 2022, where players embark on adventures in the MMORPG known as 'The World R:X.' The protagonists are three friends: Asumi, Eri, and Iori, who play as Sakuya, Mary, and Tobias in the game, respectively. The plot revolves around mysterious incidents they encounter in the game, including a cat-like character named Hermit. Hermit is actually an AI searching for a body donor, causing many players to fall into a coma. When Eri also falls into a coma, Asumi and Iori take action to save her. The series also includes a prequel called '.hack//Quantum Introduction,' which narrates Sakuya's first time logging into the game. With its unique characters and engaging storyline, this OVA is popular among .hack series fans.