Fate/strange Fake (2024) s01e01 Episode Script
The Heroic Spirit Incident
Breaking news!
The shock that assaulted Snowfield last night
must be fresh on all your minds.
The huge explosion in the desert area
just south of the city
was due to a gas company accident
according to reports this morning
from the Snowfield Police Department.
To investigate the cause of the accident,
all transit routes to the desert have been closed.
All airspace traffic over the area
has also been restricted by the army.
So, this is the flare to signal
the commencement.
Really, the next
seven days
will surely be nauseatingly fun.
Um
Huh?
Are there
any cheap motels
around here?
You must be new around here.
Traveling?
Oh, y-yes.
From Japan.
Oh, Japan?
That's a real interesting place!
My dad once went to Japan.
He got me a souvenir from some amusement park
called "Kitsy Land" or something.
It's still at my parents' place!
What part of Japan are you from?
Oh, um
Wait.
Where was it?
What's up with that?
Well, you can sometimes forget
where you were born.
That's a sick tattoo!
Oh, no.
It's not much.
Sajyou
Ayaka Sajyou
Participate in the Holy Grail War
Ayaka Sajyou.
This again?
Choppers have been flying nonstop
since this morning.
They're getting in the way
of business! Jeez!
From this morning?
Seems some gas tank or pipeline
in the desert blew up last night.
They said it's dangerous,
so the place is off-limits.
This is
a Command Spell?
Director Faldeus
Who is this woman?
I wonder who she is.
For a Mage, she doesn't hide
her Magical Energy.
She may be taunting us,
but it's not like she's noticed our surveillance.
Hopefully she doesn't turn out
to be an obstacle for us.
Did you find out anything
about the incident at the desert?
No, not yet. However
all the familiars that we found comatose
have strange bruises showing up.
Our analysts believe
it is some kind of illness or a curse.
In any case, we should assume something
related to the Holy Grail War is the cause.
Flat Escardos
Tiné Chelc
and a Silver Wolf believed to be a Chimera.
We have ascertained four Masters
including the police chief.
Three humans and one animal, to be precise.
There were signs that Jester Caltoolet,
a Master candidate
succeeded in summoning a Heroic Spirit.
However
multiple skeletal remains
were found in the workshop
and we don't know if he's alive or dead.
The Kuruoka couple
refused to participate in the Holy Grail War
to begin with. Absurd behavior.
It is unthinkable considering
what the Kuruoka couple is like.
With so many irregulars, it's difficult
to neatly set everything up. I'm at a loss.
Please register her
as a Level 2 observation target.
What about Chief Orlando?
We will find a good opportunity
to share this information with the police chief
along with that of Flat and Silver Wolf.
Concealing a Holy Grail War
isn't an easy job.
Who'd have thought
we'd see a time where the United States
would be hosting a Holy Grail War?
I still don't want to believe it
Lord El-Melloi II.
My sympathies, Mr. Langal.
The one that forced you into that guise
Faldeus!
He pretended to be my apprentice.
I fell right for his deception!
But in a way, it is very much Mage-like to do so.
Apprentices are supposed to usurp
their mentors, right?
Right, indeed.
And what is their the States' objective
for starting a Holy Grail War?
If it was merely a desire
for a Holy Grail
there was no need
to go out of the way to publicize this.
I definitely
would love to hear the opinion of you, Lord,
the pride of the Clock Tower.
For this Holy Grail War, there are multiple
or at least, there is a faction that wishes
to conceal information and a faction
that wants widespread
dissemination. Both of which
are weaving in and out of sight
behind the scenes.
You mean the States are not in solidarity?
There is a syndicate that is treating the manifestation
of the Holy Grail not as the objective but a checkpoint.
Either that
or they are trying to stabilize
and mass-produce
the Holy Grail War system itself.
The objective of that advertisement
may have been to gather many Mages in Snowfield.
All so
they can analyze the structure
of the Holy Grail War.
Preposterous!
They want Mages other than themselves
to analyze a miracle
on par with the Third Magic?
Indeed
this is unthinkable for Mages
who seek to arrive at the Root individually
like us here at the Clock Tower.
However, those that delve deep into Mystics
may harbor ideas different
than those of our orthodoxy.
When you put it to words
it sounds quite more convincing, Lord.
I do have difficulties
dealing with my apprentices, as well.
In any case, we still lack the pieces
to comprehend the entire picture.
Faldeus mentioned that there won't be
a Saber-class Servant in this Holy Grail War
What is clear
is that anything and everything
is irregular.
It is even doubtful they intend to carry out
an actual Holy Grail War at all.
And while I wouldn't call it speculation
so much as a foreboding feeling
or hunch.
And I hate to think
this is what is going on
but it's like there are people out there
trying to undermine this war
and turn it into some kind of game or show.
Here ya go.
I wrote up a few recommendations
though I make no guarantees
of whether you'll like them or not!
Thank you very much.
Um
Do any of these come equipped
with an elevator?
An elevator?
No place that fancy—
No, never mind.
Thank you very much. Really.
Hey, hey, hey!
All things said, this is way too much, missie!
It's fine.
I probably can't spend it all anyway.
Found you.
Hey, Brother! It's a great morning!
I will have a state-of-the-art clock
delivered to your room later.
Continue your work, Caster.
Now, listen.
While we're at it, tell me at least
one local specialty dish of this country.
I don't care how expensive it is, okay? 'Cause
I'm not the one that's gonna be paying after all!
I apologize about last night.
There is something I'd like to ask, as well.
What do you think
about the incident in the desert?
Huh?
What's that?
Did something happen out in the desert?
I was a fool to expect insight
as a Heroic Spirit from you.
Don't call me ever again.
I will call you when I need anything.
Come on! Wait up, hold on!
Are you this indifferent
with that girl named Francesca, too
Brother?
What?
Or you know
are the things that boy Faldeus talks about
easier to understand for ya?
Shall we have a grand ol' time talking
about those Japanese friends of yours named Kuruoka?
How the hell do you—
Don't worry.
I haven't linked your five senses
to me or anything.
This era's very convenient!
As long as you have
the internet and a phone
you can make anything happen
even from this sandbox.
A Noble Phantasm
You thought I wouldn't be able to use
modern gadgets because I'm a Servant?
For instance let's see
How about I make a phone call
to this girl named Tiné Chelc?
Then, there's our police chief Orlando Reeve,
a guy popular with his underlings
and all buddy-buddy with shady masterminds
like Francesca and Faldeus.
Faldeus is one of the guys
that set up this Grail War
and there are many spies
that have infiltrated your syndicate—
Hold it!
Any further and you
You're scared of wiretapping, aren't you?
Someone might be listening in
electronically or with Magecraft.
You'd be in a bind if I mouthed off
any more than I already have, right?
I see.
Let me give a sincere apology.
It seems I have underestimated you quite a bit
Caster.
What's gotten into you now? It's creepy.
I'm saying I understand what your abilities are.
Though, if you continue to run your mouth
I have my own set of plans.
Oh? Gonna make me zip it
with a Command Spell?
Instead of wasting part of that thing
you can only use thrice
there's another way
if you want me to put a sock in it.
What do you want?
I told you, Brother.
Treat me to a tasty meal!
That'll shut my trap, feel me?
Participate in the Holy Grail War
Ayaka Sajyou.
If you flee
the curse will
devour your life.
What
is this?
If you thought you were hiding
you have quite underestimated me.
That mark is no Command Spell.
For what purpose have you come to this town?
I don't know.
I was just told by some strange woman
in white to come here.
I see.
A poor little rogue Mage
made into a sacrificial pawn
by that Einzbern meat puppet.
I'm not a Mage, though.
Sorry to say, but you're going to
have to stick around for a bit longer.
My client loves to play around.
Huh?
Oh, it's only a test.
On whether the Servant we will now summon
a noble hero once dubbed
the King of the Knights of the Round Table
would obey an order
to slay a defenseless woman.
For the elements, silver and iron.
For the foundation, stone
and the Archduke of Pacts.
Raise a wall for the wind that shall fall.
Close the gates of the four directions.
Raise a wall for the wind that shall fall.
Close the gates of the four directions.
So, this is my destiny.
Or is it her curse?
If so
will she be satisfied with this?
No.
I don't want to die!
Huh?
Come forth from the circle of binding
Guardian of the
Scales
Zabaniya.
Zabaniya.
ZABANIYA
Zabaniya.
Zabaniya.
ZABANIYA
Wh-What?
Wh-Why
is she here?
Are you a Mage seeking the Holy Grail?
I
I'm
What will she do? What will she do?
Altry!
To see your Master dead
the instant you were summoned
It's quite dramatic, isn't it?
Huh?
Huh?
That Saber
Who is that?
My oh my.
This appears to be a bit of a strange situation.
Not even one word of welcome.
Hmph.
That guise, that flow of power
Perhaps, you are associated
with the Old Man of the Mountain?
Quite amazing!
This is the first time I've seen
someone more nimble than Loxley!
She's gone?
Dissatisfied with the comparison?
But still
quite a magnificent demonstration of skill.
Excalibur!
Hmph
To manage an escape from me
I ask you.
Are you my Master?
I am not.
I will no longer
be what you all want me to be!
Please just leave me alone.
Freeze!
Both hands behind your head and lie face down!
You're under arrest for unlawful entry and
suspicion of terrorism via destruction of property!
I am here in downtown in front of the Opera House,
where a part of the building has collapsed.
What could have happened to this building
with over 50 years of history?
The police have exited the building!
Are you watching?
It appears they have someone in custody!
There's no doubt that the explosion
was from the summoned Saber? Yes.
Wh-What are you doing?
Wh-What are you doing?
Oh! Just now, a man has walked
past the police officers
Oh! Just now, a man has walked
past the police officers
Then, this case is an accident where the paint
used for the renovation caught fire
and
Listen, citizens!
That I have destroyed an opera house
a sacrosanct location
and the home to song and stage
fills me with shame!
It was all due to my carelessness!
I have no excuse!
However
in lieu of that, I instead propose a promise!
I swear upon the great foundation
of my chivalry, Arthur Pendragon
and the victory songs of great knights
echoing throughout my homeland!
I will be sure to make up for the destruction
of this opera house on my honor!
With this, concealing anything
is out of the question.
So, all of this
was part of your plan, Ms. Francesca?
Unexpected! So unexpected!
This was completely unexpected!
Oh no, my pancreas and spleen
are gonna get twisted!
I've seen several Holy Grail Wars to date
but this is definitely the first time
I've seen a Servant apprehended by the police!
Because things like this happen
you just can't stop living!
My thanks for your attention!
I pray your lives are filled
with the glory of song!
Um
Are you listening, Hansa?
Rest assured, I am listening.
But give no heed
Father.
Giving no heed is bad though. Yeah.
Father, you simply need to relay
the will of God to me
to eradicate the enemy.
I told you, our job isn't to be an Executor this time,
but a supervisor role in a Holy Grail War.
You see, if it comes to fighting
you're just slightly better than I am, right?
You know
when listening to what others say,
you should put the cellphone down, okay?
You, too, Father.
When you speak to someone,
please look them in the eye.
Also
at least superficially, your speech and behavior
should be suitable for a priest.
Understood?
Of course I understand.
I will make sure to wear street clothes
when I head over to the casino.
I'd prefer you refrain
from a casino trip to begin with.
Oh, sorry.
I thought your skills have gotten rusty
since getting hooked on that cellphone.
As for fighting
you still have quite the knack for it, Father.
Now, let us head out, Quartet.
It's our first job in quite a while.
EPISODE 1
The shock that assaulted Snowfield last night
must be fresh on all your minds.
The huge explosion in the desert area
just south of the city
was due to a gas company accident
according to reports this morning
from the Snowfield Police Department.
To investigate the cause of the accident,
all transit routes to the desert have been closed.
All airspace traffic over the area
has also been restricted by the army.
So, this is the flare to signal
the commencement.
Really, the next
seven days
will surely be nauseatingly fun.
Um
Huh?
Are there
any cheap motels
around here?
You must be new around here.
Traveling?
Oh, y-yes.
From Japan.
Oh, Japan?
That's a real interesting place!
My dad once went to Japan.
He got me a souvenir from some amusement park
called "Kitsy Land" or something.
It's still at my parents' place!
What part of Japan are you from?
Oh, um
Wait.
Where was it?
What's up with that?
Well, you can sometimes forget
where you were born.
That's a sick tattoo!
Oh, no.
It's not much.
Sajyou
Ayaka Sajyou
Participate in the Holy Grail War
Ayaka Sajyou.
This again?
Choppers have been flying nonstop
since this morning.
They're getting in the way
of business! Jeez!
From this morning?
Seems some gas tank or pipeline
in the desert blew up last night.
They said it's dangerous,
so the place is off-limits.
This is
a Command Spell?
Director Faldeus
Who is this woman?
I wonder who she is.
For a Mage, she doesn't hide
her Magical Energy.
She may be taunting us,
but it's not like she's noticed our surveillance.
Hopefully she doesn't turn out
to be an obstacle for us.
Did you find out anything
about the incident at the desert?
No, not yet. However
all the familiars that we found comatose
have strange bruises showing up.
Our analysts believe
it is some kind of illness or a curse.
In any case, we should assume something
related to the Holy Grail War is the cause.
Flat Escardos
Tiné Chelc
and a Silver Wolf believed to be a Chimera.
We have ascertained four Masters
including the police chief.
Three humans and one animal, to be precise.
There were signs that Jester Caltoolet,
a Master candidate
succeeded in summoning a Heroic Spirit.
However
multiple skeletal remains
were found in the workshop
and we don't know if he's alive or dead.
The Kuruoka couple
refused to participate in the Holy Grail War
to begin with. Absurd behavior.
It is unthinkable considering
what the Kuruoka couple is like.
With so many irregulars, it's difficult
to neatly set everything up. I'm at a loss.
Please register her
as a Level 2 observation target.
What about Chief Orlando?
We will find a good opportunity
to share this information with the police chief
along with that of Flat and Silver Wolf.
Concealing a Holy Grail War
isn't an easy job.
Who'd have thought
we'd see a time where the United States
would be hosting a Holy Grail War?
I still don't want to believe it
Lord El-Melloi II.
My sympathies, Mr. Langal.
The one that forced you into that guise
Faldeus!
He pretended to be my apprentice.
I fell right for his deception!
But in a way, it is very much Mage-like to do so.
Apprentices are supposed to usurp
their mentors, right?
Right, indeed.
And what is their the States' objective
for starting a Holy Grail War?
If it was merely a desire
for a Holy Grail
there was no need
to go out of the way to publicize this.
I definitely
would love to hear the opinion of you, Lord,
the pride of the Clock Tower.
For this Holy Grail War, there are multiple
or at least, there is a faction that wishes
to conceal information and a faction
that wants widespread
dissemination. Both of which
are weaving in and out of sight
behind the scenes.
You mean the States are not in solidarity?
There is a syndicate that is treating the manifestation
of the Holy Grail not as the objective but a checkpoint.
Either that
or they are trying to stabilize
and mass-produce
the Holy Grail War system itself.
The objective of that advertisement
may have been to gather many Mages in Snowfield.
All so
they can analyze the structure
of the Holy Grail War.
Preposterous!
They want Mages other than themselves
to analyze a miracle
on par with the Third Magic?
Indeed
this is unthinkable for Mages
who seek to arrive at the Root individually
like us here at the Clock Tower.
However, those that delve deep into Mystics
may harbor ideas different
than those of our orthodoxy.
When you put it to words
it sounds quite more convincing, Lord.
I do have difficulties
dealing with my apprentices, as well.
In any case, we still lack the pieces
to comprehend the entire picture.
Faldeus mentioned that there won't be
a Saber-class Servant in this Holy Grail War
What is clear
is that anything and everything
is irregular.
It is even doubtful they intend to carry out
an actual Holy Grail War at all.
And while I wouldn't call it speculation
so much as a foreboding feeling
or hunch.
And I hate to think
this is what is going on
but it's like there are people out there
trying to undermine this war
and turn it into some kind of game or show.
Here ya go.
I wrote up a few recommendations
though I make no guarantees
of whether you'll like them or not!
Thank you very much.
Um
Do any of these come equipped
with an elevator?
An elevator?
No place that fancy—
No, never mind.
Thank you very much. Really.
Hey, hey, hey!
All things said, this is way too much, missie!
It's fine.
I probably can't spend it all anyway.
Found you.
Hey, Brother! It's a great morning!
I will have a state-of-the-art clock
delivered to your room later.
Continue your work, Caster.
Now, listen.
While we're at it, tell me at least
one local specialty dish of this country.
I don't care how expensive it is, okay? 'Cause
I'm not the one that's gonna be paying after all!
I apologize about last night.
There is something I'd like to ask, as well.
What do you think
about the incident in the desert?
Huh?
What's that?
Did something happen out in the desert?
I was a fool to expect insight
as a Heroic Spirit from you.
Don't call me ever again.
I will call you when I need anything.
Come on! Wait up, hold on!
Are you this indifferent
with that girl named Francesca, too
Brother?
What?
Or you know
are the things that boy Faldeus talks about
easier to understand for ya?
Shall we have a grand ol' time talking
about those Japanese friends of yours named Kuruoka?
How the hell do you—
Don't worry.
I haven't linked your five senses
to me or anything.
This era's very convenient!
As long as you have
the internet and a phone
you can make anything happen
even from this sandbox.
A Noble Phantasm
You thought I wouldn't be able to use
modern gadgets because I'm a Servant?
For instance let's see
How about I make a phone call
to this girl named Tiné Chelc?
Then, there's our police chief Orlando Reeve,
a guy popular with his underlings
and all buddy-buddy with shady masterminds
like Francesca and Faldeus.
Faldeus is one of the guys
that set up this Grail War
and there are many spies
that have infiltrated your syndicate—
Hold it!
Any further and you
You're scared of wiretapping, aren't you?
Someone might be listening in
electronically or with Magecraft.
You'd be in a bind if I mouthed off
any more than I already have, right?
I see.
Let me give a sincere apology.
It seems I have underestimated you quite a bit
Caster.
What's gotten into you now? It's creepy.
I'm saying I understand what your abilities are.
Though, if you continue to run your mouth
I have my own set of plans.
Oh? Gonna make me zip it
with a Command Spell?
Instead of wasting part of that thing
you can only use thrice
there's another way
if you want me to put a sock in it.
What do you want?
I told you, Brother.
Treat me to a tasty meal!
That'll shut my trap, feel me?
Participate in the Holy Grail War
Ayaka Sajyou.
If you flee
the curse will
devour your life.
What
is this?
If you thought you were hiding
you have quite underestimated me.
That mark is no Command Spell.
For what purpose have you come to this town?
I don't know.
I was just told by some strange woman
in white to come here.
I see.
A poor little rogue Mage
made into a sacrificial pawn
by that Einzbern meat puppet.
I'm not a Mage, though.
Sorry to say, but you're going to
have to stick around for a bit longer.
My client loves to play around.
Huh?
Oh, it's only a test.
On whether the Servant we will now summon
a noble hero once dubbed
the King of the Knights of the Round Table
would obey an order
to slay a defenseless woman.
For the elements, silver and iron.
For the foundation, stone
and the Archduke of Pacts.
Raise a wall for the wind that shall fall.
Close the gates of the four directions.
Raise a wall for the wind that shall fall.
Close the gates of the four directions.
So, this is my destiny.
Or is it her curse?
If so
will she be satisfied with this?
No.
I don't want to die!
Huh?
Come forth from the circle of binding
Guardian of the
Scales
Zabaniya.
Zabaniya.
ZABANIYA
Zabaniya.
Zabaniya.
ZABANIYA
Wh-What?
Wh-Why
is she here?
Are you a Mage seeking the Holy Grail?
I
I'm
What will she do? What will she do?
Altry!
To see your Master dead
the instant you were summoned
It's quite dramatic, isn't it?
Huh?
Huh?
That Saber
Who is that?
My oh my.
This appears to be a bit of a strange situation.
Not even one word of welcome.
Hmph.
That guise, that flow of power
Perhaps, you are associated
with the Old Man of the Mountain?
Quite amazing!
This is the first time I've seen
someone more nimble than Loxley!
She's gone?
Dissatisfied with the comparison?
But still
quite a magnificent demonstration of skill.
Excalibur!
Hmph
To manage an escape from me
I ask you.
Are you my Master?
I am not.
I will no longer
be what you all want me to be!
Please just leave me alone.
Freeze!
Both hands behind your head and lie face down!
You're under arrest for unlawful entry and
suspicion of terrorism via destruction of property!
I am here in downtown in front of the Opera House,
where a part of the building has collapsed.
What could have happened to this building
with over 50 years of history?
The police have exited the building!
Are you watching?
It appears they have someone in custody!
There's no doubt that the explosion
was from the summoned Saber? Yes.
Wh-What are you doing?
Wh-What are you doing?
Oh! Just now, a man has walked
past the police officers
Oh! Just now, a man has walked
past the police officers
Then, this case is an accident where the paint
used for the renovation caught fire
and
Listen, citizens!
That I have destroyed an opera house
a sacrosanct location
and the home to song and stage
fills me with shame!
It was all due to my carelessness!
I have no excuse!
However
in lieu of that, I instead propose a promise!
I swear upon the great foundation
of my chivalry, Arthur Pendragon
and the victory songs of great knights
echoing throughout my homeland!
I will be sure to make up for the destruction
of this opera house on my honor!
With this, concealing anything
is out of the question.
So, all of this
was part of your plan, Ms. Francesca?
Unexpected! So unexpected!
This was completely unexpected!
Oh no, my pancreas and spleen
are gonna get twisted!
I've seen several Holy Grail Wars to date
but this is definitely the first time
I've seen a Servant apprehended by the police!
Because things like this happen
you just can't stop living!
My thanks for your attention!
I pray your lives are filled
with the glory of song!
Um
Are you listening, Hansa?
Rest assured, I am listening.
But give no heed
Father.
Giving no heed is bad though. Yeah.
Father, you simply need to relay
the will of God to me
to eradicate the enemy.
I told you, our job isn't to be an Executor this time,
but a supervisor role in a Holy Grail War.
You see, if it comes to fighting
you're just slightly better than I am, right?
You know
when listening to what others say,
you should put the cellphone down, okay?
You, too, Father.
When you speak to someone,
please look them in the eye.
Also
at least superficially, your speech and behavior
should be suitable for a priest.
Understood?
Of course I understand.
I will make sure to wear street clothes
when I head over to the casino.
I'd prefer you refrain
from a casino trip to begin with.
Oh, sorry.
I thought your skills have gotten rusty
since getting hooked on that cellphone.
As for fighting
you still have quite the knack for it, Father.
Now, let us head out, Quartet.
It's our first job in quite a while.
EPISODE 1