Infinite Dendrogram Vol. 13 (Light Novel)

The year is 2043, and the world’s first full-dive VRMMORPG Infinite Dendrogram has just been released. A landmark title that pushes what is possible in gaming to new heights, it features a perfect simulation of the five senses along with lifelike NPCs and gives players a vast, hyper-realistic world to discover and explore full of infinite possibilities. Reiji Mukudori is an incoming college freshman who is finally able to buy a copy of the game nearly two years after its initial release. Taking on the name Ray Starling, he starts playing and is soon joined by his brother Shu, who is a veteran player, and Nemesis, his partner Embryo. Together, Ray begins his adventure as he learns to make a life for himself in the game and meets a variety of friends and foes alike along the way.
In Vol. 13, a peace conference is to be held between the Altar Kingdom and the Dryfe Imperium. In preparation, Ray searches for a clan to join in case things go south. However, it turns out to be difficult for a number of reasons. At a loss, he decides to start a new clan of Superiors. Meanwhile, a string of incidents begins occurring in which top-ranked players throughout the kingdom are attacked and forced to pay a death penalty. What are the true identities of those working in the shadows to sow unrest?
Notice: This book is written in Japanese.