Cardinal reveals the dark history of the Axiom Church and its ruler, Quinella (the Administrator). She explains how Quinella manipulated the system to gain absolute power and effectively froze her own aging process by merging with the Cardinal System.
Sword Art Online: Alicization Episode 13, titled serves as a pivotal lore-heavy episode that marks the end of the first cour and sets the stage for the ascent of the Central Cathedral. Episode Summary Sword Art Online: Alicization (Dub) Episode 13
A small spider familiar belonging to Cardinal is introduced, having been observing the boys since their early days at the academy. Narrative Impact Cardinal reveals the dark history of the Axiom