Fate/stay night
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1 / 2- 1EP 1
Shirō Emiya encounters a mysterious girl while reflecting on his father's warning in Fuyuki City.
Jan 7, 2006Ten years after a Servant duel destroyed Fuyuki City, Shirō Emiya, the sole survivor, lives by his adoptive father Kiritsugu's ideal of becoming a hero of justice. He uses magical powers to help others but worries about rising crime and gas leaks. Shirō resides with guardian Taiga Fujimura and receives help from classmate Sakura Matō, who secretly loves him. While visiting the fire ruins, Shirō recalls Kiritsugu's warning that saving one life costs another. He meets a silver-haired girl who urges him to summon a Servant before disappearing. Simultaneously, Rin Tōsaka summons an Archer-class Servant to prepare for the Fifth Holy Grail War, beginning her hunt for other magi and their Servants.
- 2EP 2
Rin's Disappointment and Shirō's Fatal Encounter with Lancer
Jan 13, 2006Following a dream about her father, Rin regrets failing to summon a Saber-class Servant and questions Archer about his identity, though he has no memory. At school, Shirō learns from Ayako Mitsuzuri that Shinji has become aggressive after Rin rejected him. Shinji asks Shirō to clean the kyūdō dojo, which Shirō accepts. That night, Rin and Archer fight a Lancer-class Servant while Shirō watches. Lancer spots Shirō, pursues him, and kills him before fleeing. Rin finds the body and breaks the Holy Grail War rule regarding innocent witnesses by reviving Shirō with a magical jewel. When Lancer returns to finish the job at Shirō's home, Shirō accidentally summons Saber, the most powerful Servant, and is struck by her beauty.
- 3EP 3
Saber battles Lancer and Shirō learns the truth about the Holy Grail War
Jan 20, 2006Saber addresses Shirō as her Master before engaging Lancer, who wounds her with a Noble Phantasm. She identifies him as the Irish hero Cú Chulainn, prompting his departure due to orders from his Master. Shirō and Saber introduce themselves, though his confusion regarding her terminology persists. When Saber attacks Rin and Archer, Shirō intervenes. Rin reveals Shirō lacks basic spell knowledge and awareness of the Holy Grail War, taking him to Kirei Kotomine, her guardian and the Fifth War’s overseer. Shirō learns about the conflict and joins after discovering his survival from a fire ten years ago resulted from the previous war. Finally, Shirō, Saber, and Rin encounter a silver-haired girl accompanied by a massive Servant.
- 4EP 4
Illyasviel sends Berserker to attack the wounded Saber while Shirō intervenes.
Jan 27, 2006Illyasviel von Einzbern orders her Berserker Servant, the Greek hero Heracles, to assault the injured Saber. Shirō Emiya and Rin Tohsaka cannot stop the attack, and Shirō blocks a fatal blow to protect Saber. Illyasviel withdraws Berserker, confused by his actions. Dying, Shirō recalls Kiritsugu Emiya’s wish to become a hero of justice, resolving to fulfill it. He miraculously heals overnight, resembling Saber’s regeneration. The next day, Shirō finds Saber at his dojo, gaining insight into her character. Walking back to the main house, he reflects on his growing feelings for her.
- 5EP 5
Shirō introduces Saber to friends while Rin confronts Shirō after school
Feb 3, 2006Shirō feels guilty about Saber’s isolation and introduces her to Sakura and Taiga as a distant relative of Kiritsugu. Taiga challenges Saber to a kendo duel but loses quickly, allowing Saber to remain. Meanwhile, Archer questions Rin about her feelings toward Shirō, her sworn enemy, and she states she would kill him. Before school, Saber advises Shirō to use a Command Seal if he faces danger. At school, Shirō learns Mitsuzuri is missing and Shinji is suspected. After classes end, Rin unexpectedly attacks Shirō, an encounter witnessed by an unknown female Servant.
- 6EP 6
Shirō and Rin form a truce after Rider attacks while Rin learns of Shirō's unconventional upbringing.
Feb 10, 2006Cornered by Rin, Shirō refuses to surrender his Command Seals, leading to a fight interrupted by an unconscious girl. Shirō blocks a dagger aimed at Rin, injuring himself, then repels an attack from the Rider-class Servant. Despite considering summoning Saber, he chooses to face Rider alone until Rin saves him. The pair establish a temporary truce to locate Rider's Master. Rin becomes angry upon discovering that Kiritsugu prioritized fatherhood over magus duties during Shirō's training. Later, Archer escorts Shirō home, criticizing his ideals and warning that Saber will resent being kept from battle due to Shirō's protective nature.
- 7EP 7
Saber confronts Shirō over his failure to summon her against Rider while school tensions rise.
Feb 17, 2006Saber confronts Shirō for not summoning her against Rider, then insists on accompanying him and Sakura to school. Tensions escalate when Rin lies about walking with Shirō, causing Sakura to cry and assume they are dating. Rin negotiates to walk alone with Shirō. At school, Shirō reconciles with Sakura and learns from Rin that Mitsuzuri survived an attack by a Servant, likely Rider. Shirō detects magical sigils protecting the school, and he and Rin destroy most of them. They bond over drinks, where Shirō learns about Rin’s late father. Later, Shirō senses a massive sigil in the dojo and is confronted by Rider and her Master, revealed to be Shinji.
- 8EP 8
Shinji proposes alliance while Shirō and Saber debate attacking the Ryuudou Temple Master
Feb 24, 2006Shinji justifies the school barrier as defense against Rin and denies involvement in Mitsuzuri's attack, revealing the Matō family's mage history. He offers an alliance due to his own lack of experience, but Shirō declines. Shirō then shares Shinji's intelligence about a witch Master at Ryuudou Temple with Rin and Saber. Saber demands an immediate strike, but Shirō and Rin prioritize Illyasviel and Berserker instead. Rin moves in with Shirō to improve communication, surprising Sakura and Taiga. Despite their disagreement over strategy, Saber ultimately disobeys Shirō and proceeds to Ryuudou Temple alone to confront the Master.
- 9EP 9
Saber battles an Assassin at Ryuudou Temple while Shirō rescues her from mana exhaustion.
Mar 3, 2006At Ryuudou Temple, Saber fights an Assassin-class Servant posing as Sasaki Kojirō. Meanwhile, Rider enters the temple grounds and encounters Golems created by a Caster-class Servant. Shirō arrives alone to help Saber, who is running low on mana. As Saber prepares to unleash her Noble Phantasm, Rider escapes the Caster’s attack. Shirō’s arrival interrupts Saber’s final move, causing the Assassin to retreat and Saber to collapse from exhaustion. Shirō carries her home, where she wakes up. Saber questions why Shirō repeatedly shields her from combat. Rin explains that Shirō refuses to watch her get hurt. Consequently, Saber agrees to instruct Shirō in swordsmanship.
- 10EP 10
Shirō struggles in his first training with Saber, meets Ilya, and learns magic from Rin.
Mar 10, 2006Shirō participates in his initial training session with Saber, but he performs poorly during their combat exchange. Later that day, he encounters Ilya in town, and the two have a conversation while sitting in a park. Upon returning home, Rin instructs Shirō to swallow a jewel. This action activates his ability to use magic, granting him new powers. The events cover his difficult start in training, a casual meeting with Ilya, and the pivotal moment where he gains magical capabilities through Rin's guidance.
- 11EP 11
Shirō faces a deadly trap at school involving Rider and Shinji.
Mar 17, 2006Shirō is lured to school by Shinji and trapped when Rider activates the Blood Fort Andromeda. He withstands Shinji’s attacks, but Shinji commands Rider to execute him. Rider’s blade fails to kill Shirō, so she kicks him out of a window. As he faces imminent death, Shirō summons Saber. Saber engages Rider in combat while Shirō defeats Shinji, forcing him to deactivate the Blood Fort. Rider then employs her Noble Phantasm to flee the school premises. This sequence highlights the intense confrontation between the summoned servants and the manipulative actions of Shinji, culminating in Rider’s escape and Shirō’s survival through Saber’s intervention.
- 12EP 12
Shirō and Saber search for Shinji and Rider before Saber uses Excalibur to win
Mar 24, 2006Shirō and Saber traverse the town in an unsuccessful attempt to locate Shinji and Rider. The conflict escalates when Saber engages Rider in battle. Her initial strategy relies on defending herself until Rider becomes vulnerable, but this plan fails when Shirō unexpectedly appears on the roof. Consequently, Saber is compelled to activate her Noble Phantasm, Excalibur, to secure victory over Rider. Following the intense exchange, Saber collapses due to the exertion of using Excalibur. Shirō then carries her back to safety after the confrontation concludes.
- 13EP 13
Shirō learns Saber's history and is captured by Ilya while his allies search for him.
Apr 1, 2006Rin explains that Shirō must use a command spell to force Saber to attack humans and recover mana if he discovers she pulled the sword from the stone and became king. Archer reveals that Saber knew using her Noble Phantasm would cause her disappearance but chose to protect Shirō above all else. While Saber remains weak, Shirō is captured by Ilya, who offers him a position as her servant, a proposal he refuses. After Saber regains consciousness, she, Rin, and Archer set out to locate the missing Shirō.
- 14EP 14
Archer confronts Berserker while Rin, Shirō, and Saber escape Ilyasviel's attack.
Apr 8, 2006Ilyasviel deploys Berserker against the group. Archer engages Berserker in combat, allowing Rin, Shirō, and Saber to flee. During the fight, Archer defeats Berserker once after being battered into a hall. Ilyasviel expresses surprise when Archer uses her nickname, noting her continued mercilessness. Archer accepts his eventual defeat but aims to inflict maximum damage first. He activates his Noble Phantasm, Unlimited Blade Works, a reality marble. Archer successfully takes five of Berserker's lives before being ultimately defeated. Meanwhile, Rin's final Command Spell vanishes, causing Saber to collapse in the forest.
- 15EP 15
Shirō transfers magical circuits to Saber, enabling Ilya and Berserker to return for a final match.
Apr 15, 2006To restore Saber's depleted mana reserves, Shirō transfers a portion of his magical circuits to her. This sacrifice permanently limits his own magical capabilities, preventing him from utilizing certain spells or competing with other magicians on equal footing. Following this significant transfer of power, Illyasviel von Einzbern and her servant Berserker return to confront Shirō and Saber. The group engages in a decisive final battle to determine the outcome of their conflict. This encounter serves as the culmination of their ongoing struggle, with the stakes heightened by Shirō's diminished magical potential and the renewed threat posed by his opponents.
- 16EP 16
Shirō and Saber defeat Berserker using Caliburn before Shirō takes Ilya home
Apr 22, 2006Shirō successfully identifies Caliburn, a sword capable of defeating Berserker. He and Saber then collaborate to overcome the enemy. Following this victory, Shirō brings Ilya back to his residence. The events focus on the strategic acquisition of the weapon and the subsequent team effort to eliminate the threat posed by Berserker.
- 17EP 17
Shirō and allies pursue Masters at Ryudōji shrine amid citywide comas
Apr 29, 2006Mass comas strike the city, prompting Shirō and his companions to target the Masters and Servants located at the Ryudōji shrine. During this operation, they confirm that Sōichirō Kuzuki, a teacher of Shirō, is actually the Master of Caster. Following this revelation, Caster captures Sakura to use her as a sacrifice for summoning the Holy Grail. The group must confront these threats while dealing with the mysterious medical emergencies affecting the urban population.
- 18EP 18
Shirō, Rin, and Saber fight to rescue Sakura and stop the Holy Grail summoning.
May 6, 2006Shirō, Rin, and Saber make a concerted effort to rescue Sakura and prevent the Holy Grail from being summoned. During this critical mission, Saber engages in combat with Assassin. Meanwhile, Shirō struggles to fend off Kuzuki, while Rin focuses on saving Sakura. The group works against time to achieve their objectives amidst the intense battles and obstacles presented by their opponents.
- 19EP 19
A golden-armored Servant defeats Caster and Kuzuki, shocking Shirō and Saber.
May 13, 2006Caster appears to have secured victory in the conflict. However, an eighth Servant clad in golden armor suddenly intervenes, killing both Caster and Kuzuki. Following this unexpected turn of events, Shirō and his companions manage to escape the immediate danger. Once safe, Saber discloses the identity of this mysterious new Servant and explains her personal connection to him, revealing crucial information that alters the understanding of the ongoing battle for the remaining participants.
- 20EP 20
Shirō asks Saber on a date, but their outing ends in a fight and his departure.
May 20, 2006After recognizing his romantic feelings for Saber, Shirō invites her to accompany him on a date around the town. The pair spend time together, but their outing is ultimately marred by a disagreement. Following the argument, Shirō decides to leave and returns to his home alone, ending the date on a tense and unresolved note.
- 21EP 21
Shirō and Saber face Gilgamesh's attack and Shirō confesses his feelings to Saber
May 27, 2006Shirō and Saber are ambushed by the Servant Gilgamesh while returning home, despite his previous assistance against Kuzuki and Caster. Shirō creates a sheath for Excalibur, allowing the pair to successfully defend themselves and drive him away. That evening, Shirō clarifies his romantic emotions toward Saber, expressing his desire for her to remain by his side once the conflict concludes. This moment marks a significant development in their relationship following the intense confrontation with the powerful Servant.
- 22EP 22
Shirō captured by Kirei, Saber rescues him, Lancer sacrifices himself against Gilgamesh.
Jun 3, 2006Following a visit to Kirei's church, Shirō is seized and nearly executed by Kirei. Saber arrives promptly to intervene and heal his injuries. Kirei then commands Lancer and Gilgamesh to eliminate both Shirō and Saber. To facilitate their escape, Lancer engages Gilgamesh in combat. Although Lancer fights valiantly to buy time, he is ultimately overpowered by Gilgamesh and killed. This sacrifice allows Shirō and Saber to flee the immediate threat posed by Kirei and his allies, securing their temporary safety after the intense confrontation at the church.
- 23EP 23
Shirō and Saber pursue Kirei to Ryudōji shrine after Ilya's abduction
Jun 10, 2006Following Ilya's capture by Kirei, Shirō and Saber travel to the Ryudōji shrine with the intent to defeat him. Upon arrival, Saber engages in combat with Gilgamesh, while Shirō proceeds to confront Kirei directly. The narrative focuses on this strategic split to address the immediate threat posed by their adversaries at the shrine location.
- 24EP 24
Shirō and Saber defeat Gilgamesh and Kirei before Saber returns to her time to die peacefully.
Jun 17, 2006Shirō and Saber combine their powers to defeat Gilgamesh and Kirei. Shirō commands Saber to destroy the Holy Grail, and she confesses her love before disappearing. The epilogue shows characters returning to normal lives, with Shirō remembering Saber while enjoying life with Rin, Ilya, Sakura, and Taiga. Meanwhile, Saber returns to her own time and tells Bedivere she had a wonderful dream, asking if dreams can be relived. Bedivere confirms this is possible. Saber then instructs Bedivere to return Excalibur to the Lady of the Lake. After Bedivere completes this task, Saber dies peacefully under a tree.
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- How many episodes does Fate/stay night have?
- Fate/stay night has 24 episodes.
- When did Fate/stay night come out?
- Fate/stay night came out in 2006.
- Which studio made Fate/stay night?
- Fate/stay night was produced by Studio DEEN.
- Who directed Fate/stay night?
- Fate/stay night was directed by Toshihisa Koyama.
- Is Fate/stay night finished?
- Current status of Fate/stay night: Finished.