Asuna is introduced to Higa and Rinko's work on "Niemon," a curious-looking robot designed to house an AI.
A mention that Asuna was scheduled to board a helicopter back to the mainland was removed, though she remains by Kirito's side for the time being. Sword Art Online: Alicization Episode 11
In Episode 11, titled " Central Cathedral ," Kirito and Eugeo face the immediate consequences of breaking the Taboo Index. The episode shifts between their imprisonment in the Underworld and crucial developments on the Ocean Turtle in the real world. Underworld: Imprisonment and Escape Asuna is introduced to Higa and Rinko's work