: This is the most prominent story in the volume. It takes place three months after the events of Unlimited , following the activation of Alternative V (Operation Babylon) where humanity flees Earth after failing to defeat the BETA.
: Focuses on the background of Isumi Akira and the rest of the Michiru family. How to Approach Chronicles Vol. 1 muv-luv-alternative-chronicles-vol-1
: A side story focusing on a squadron of Orbital Divers (the "Aquila Squadron") during Operation 21st, the battle to retake the Sadogashima Hive. It explores the intense psychological and physical toll on pilots (Eishi) during atmospheric drops. : This is the most prominent story in the volume
The first volume consists of several distinct stories that expand on the setting and minor characters: muv-luv-alternative-chronicles-vol-1