Fate Zero 04 Blade of the Demonic Spear

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Saber:
You have a charm spell.

Lancer:
Hagh… Apologies. But I’m afraid it’s a little curse that I was born with. There's really nothing that can be done about it. Blame it on my birth… or if you prefer, the fact you were born a woman.

Saber:
Surely you don’t actually believe that a pleasant face and a charming swagger will save you from the bite of my blade, spearman?

Lancer:
I certainly hope not. It would spoil all the fun. I see now that the tales of the Saber Class’s resistance to magic are true. Very well, I prefer not to kill a girl who is throwing herself at me. It would sully my reputation. I’m pleased that my first opponent is made of stern stuff.

Saber:
Oh, so what you desire is a fair fight? I consider myself fortunate to encounter such a strong and proud hero.

Lancer:
Then let us… begin.

[Saber vs. Lancer]

Kiritsugu:
It’s started. Someone has put up a barrier. Probably the Master of the enemy Servant.

Maiya:
From upon that crane, it would be possible to survey the whole battle field.

Kiritsugu:
Indeed. That certainly is the best vantage point. Anyone seeing it… would agree? Alright, you circle around the eastern wharf. I’ll go the other way and take the west. You and I need to find good spots (that / where) we can be totally invisible while we closely monitor both Saber’s battle and that crane. Got it?

Maiya:
Yes, understood.

Kiritsugu:
Now then, let’s see what you can do… my adorable King of Knights.


Fate/Zero



[Saber vs. Lancer]

Irisviel:
Saber is watching both spears simultaneously. Lancer’s greatest advantage is his opponent’s uncertainties as to which he will use.

Saber:
The long spear in the right hand or the short spear in the left… which is the Noble Phantasm? If I could be certain which one it was, I could attack and defeat him.

Irisviel:
If only we knew his true name…

Saber:
Whoever he is, he is a master of the spear. However, that is not enough.

Lancer:
What’s wrong, Saber? You’re on the defensive.

Saber:
This man is impressive.

Lancer:
Curse that blade of hers… without knowing its exact length, I can’t get close enough to strike. The fact that she is able to repel my strike so easily means that she must be a master of swordsman.

Kiritsugu:
Humph… Maiya, northeast of Saber and Iri. On the roof of that warehouse. It’s Lancer’s Master. Can you see him?

Maiya:
Negative. I can’t see him from my position.

Kiritsugu:
Understood. I’ll take him out from here… Huh?!

[Kiritsugu saw Assassin]

Kiritsugu:
Assassin?!


Kirei:
There is activity at the warehouse district of mouth of the Mion River. It seems… the first battle has finally begun.

Tokiomi:
Not the “first battle”. To the others, this would be the “second battle”, Kirei.

Kirei:
It would appear that Lancer and Saber are the combatants in this one.

Tokiomi:
Can you ascertain their status utilizing Assassin’s eyes?

Kirei:
With ease. Saber’s formidable abilities are specially high. Most of her parameters are ranked A or higher on the standard scale.

Tokiomi:
I see. It’s no wonder they are considered the strongest class. Saber likely presents a greater threat than Lancer. Can you see other Masters?

Kirei:
There’s only one person besides the Servants who is out and openly visible to Assassin. She is standing Next to Saber. It’s a woman with silver hair.

Tokiomi:
Humph. That means, that Lancer’s master is wise enough to remain hidden from view. And that he is not a novice. He understands the rules of the Holy Grail War… Wait a minute. A silver haired woman?

Kirei:
Yes, a Caucasian.

Tokiomi:
Uh…

Kirei:
With silver hair and red eyes. Very unusual. She doesn’t look at all human.

Tokiomi:
An Einzbern Homunculus. It seems they created another artificial Master. I thought that the only pawn Jubstacheit had on the board was Kiritsugu Emiya. It would appear that I was wrong.

Kirei:
So then, that woman is the Einzbern Master?

Tokiomi:
Either way, she certainly going to be a critical factor throughout the rest of the Grail War. Kirei, keep a close eye on her.

Kirei:
Agreed. I shall keep one Assassin tasked to her at all times.


Maiya:
I see him too. But Assassin should be dead. So, why he is here?

Kiritsugu:
I knew something had to be up. Let’s see how this all plays out. Continue to observe Assassin. I’ll watch Lancer.

Maiya:
Let me launch an attack on Assassin. And then, while I have him distracted, you can take out Lancer’s Master.

Kiritsugu:
No, Maiya. I don’t want you to make any moves against Assassin. We are not equipped to fight Servants right now. It would be disastrous.

Maiya:
Understood.


Lancer:
There is really no honor in the battle fought without a proper exchange of names. But allow me to offer my regards. It’s impressive for a woman to fight so hard without even breaking a sweat, she does it?

Saber:
You needn’t be so humble, Lancer. Even without my knowing your name, those words from such a master of the spear do me honor. I gratefully accept them.

Kayneth:
That’s enough fun for now, Lancer.

Irisviel:
Lacer’s… Master?

Kayneth:
Do not allow this battle to go on. Saber is a formidable opponent. Eliminate her at once. You may use your Noble Phantasm.

Lancer:
As you command, I will comply.

[Lancer dropped the short spear]

Saber:
So the long spear is his Noble Phantasm.

Lancer:
You heard the command. The time has come… for me to kill you. Saber, are you using focused wind mana to keep your blade concealed? I see… I'll wager that you have a very good reason to conceal your sword from me. I think the sword reveals your true name.

Saber:
How unfortunate for you. I’m afraid you’ll never know the true name of my blade. I’ll finish this before you ever get the chance.

Lancer:
We shall see about that. I will discover whatever it is you’re hiding, Saber!

[Lancer’s attack reveals the appearance of the Saber’s sword]

Lancer:
You’ve exposed your sword to me!

Saber:
The invisible air is… coming apart…

[Lancer is upper hand]

Irisviel:
What’s going on with Saber?

Saber:
That red spear… is chipping away of the invisible air.

Lancer:
I’ve figured out the length of your blade now. So I needn’t worry about being struck by you anymore!

Saber:
He wields the formidable weapon, but I still have ways to counter it. If I wait for an attack, ... one less power for the waist …

[Lancer’s attack passed through the Saber’s armor]

Irisviel:
Saber?!

Saber:
My thanks, Irisviel. I’m fine. The healing is working.

Lancer:
I see, so this it won’t be an easy victory after all.

Saber:
How could this be? My armor should have easily deflected that strike. So how did the blade of his spear… The armor itself isn't damaged… what’s it work here?! The only answer is… that Lancer’s spear bypassed the magically woven armor. So that’s it. I know the secret of your spear, Lancer!

Lancer:
Oh?

Saber:
That red spear of yours is able to negate magic.

Lancer:
Humph. So your armor was created using magic, huh? Well if you are counting on it to protect you, you should surrender now, Saber. You are as good as naked before my spear.

Saber:
Don’t think that simply defeating my armor will give you the upper hand in this fight.

[Saber vanished her armor]

Saber:
If I cannot block your blade, I need only kill you before its strikes. Prepare to die, Lancer:

Lancer:
A bold move? You’re betting everything on a single strike. You are attempting to overcome the disadvantage of your broken armor with the advantages you gain by abandoning it. Excellent. A courageous decision. I like it. It’s audacious and bold. But in this case, I’m afraid that was a very foolish mistake, Saber.

Saber:
We shall see. You can tell me your opinion again after my next attack.

Irisviel:
Hagh?!

Lancer:
That was a misstep!

Saber:
A Noble Phantasm needn't be merely a single weapon. A trap!

[Saber gets hurt]

Rider:
This is… extremely bad…

Waver:
Wh… what is…

Rider:
Lancer… has begun his ultimate attack. He tends to end the battle here.

Waver:
Well, wouldn’t that be a lot better for us? Woagh!

Rider:
You idiot! What are you talking about?! I wanted to sit back and watch until we saw few more Master’s fight. But at this rate, Saber may just fall. And then, it will be too late.

Waver:
To… Too late for what?! I mean the plan was to attack after they fought a few battles and weaken each other.

Rider:
I have to admit that I‘d really hoped at least one other Servant would’ve been send out to answer Lancer’s challenge. Because of course, it would be much faster to fight them all together than to seek them all out one by one.

Waver:
You wanna fight them… together?

Rider:
Indeed! Rarely does one have the extraordinary chance to exchange blows with great heroes from another time. And with a chance to fight as many as six of them, I’d hate to miss out on a single one. Just observe Saber and Lancer, both of them are strong and valued worriers who I would dearly love to face in all-out battle. I cannot let either one die.

Waver:
But isn’t that the whole point?! The Grail War’s objective is to kill one another isn’t it? Ugh!

Rider:
To win, but never to destroy. To subjugate, but never to humiliate. That is a truly good and honorable conquest. Huh!

[Chariot appears]

Rider:
Now, we will watch no longer! We shall join the play, boy! Let us go!

Waver:
You stupid idiot! What you're doing is totally insane!

Rider:
If you really don’t approve, then why don’t you stay up here and observe?

Waver:
No, I’ll go! Take me with you damn it!

Rider:
Excellent! That is my Master! Hahahaha…


Saber:
Not good… he's severed the tendon. I can’t move my thumb.

Lancer:
Good counter. You aren’t gonna make this easy for me are you? But I like your indomitable spirit.

Kayneth:
Stop talking and get to work you fool! Finish her! What are you waiting for?!

Lancer:
My Master, much appreciated.

Saber:
Irisviel, I require healing.

Irisviel:
But I have… I’ve already done it. I… I mean, I did it! The healing worked! I’m certain of it! Saber, you should already be fully healed! I don’t understand!

Lancer:
It was very sharp of you to figure out as my Gae Dearg was able to penetrate any armor… but it was foolish to abandon it. Had you not done so, my Gae Buidhe would not have gotten you.

Saber:
I see. You wield a cursed spear, which inflicts devastating wound that can never be healed! I should’ve realized it sooner.

Lancer:
Hah.

Saber:
A red spear that destroys magic, a cursed yellow spear… and beneath the right eye a mole that enchants women. First of the Knights of Fianna, Diarmuid of the love spot. Never did I think I had the honor of facing you in combat.

Lancer:
Such is the sublime pleasure of the Holy Grail War. But it’s I who has the distinct honor here. No hero summoned in the service by the Holy Grail could ever mistake that golden blade… To face the legendary King of Knights in battle and land even a single glancing blow… is extraordinary. I must not be too bad. Now then, since we both know each other’s name, we can finally conduct our duel honorably as knight should! Or does this displease you, occurring only after you’ve lost your use of an arm?

Saber:
You jest. It is humiliating that you would show so much concern over such a scratch.

Lancer:
Prepare yourself, Saber! This time, you’re mine!

Saber:
Only if I failed to inflict the first decisive strike, Lancer!

[Rider appears]

Rider:
AAAAGGGGHHHH!!

Irisviel:
That’s a chariot!

Rider:
Both of you sheathe your blades! For I am a king! I am Iskandar, King of Conquerors! In this battle for the Holy Grail, I am of the Rider Class of Servants! Haha…


Blade of the Demonic Spear



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Rider:
I am Iskandar, the King of Conquerors!

Waver:
I can’t read a status or anything else!

Saber:
Irisviel, get back!

Kiritsugu:
That is his Noble Phantasm…

Kayneth:
With my Command Seal, I order you…

Irisviel:
Please believe in your Master!

Caster:
At last, she has come back to life!

Archer:
Nothing will remain of your corps!


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