In the world of Type-Moon, it all begins with becoming Morgan's husband!

That was the same feeling I had when facing Lancer.

If Ian were here with me... I'm sure there would be a solution.

after all--

He's like my own shadow.

Artoria's longing grew stronger.

Memories of the past flashed through the girl's mind at this moment.

Amidst the shifting images, she heard his words.

"Artoria, if the 'king' way can't solve the problem, then let's solve it the 'human' way."

"I...I believe you can do it."

The girl's eyes welled up with tears—because she knew what to do.

The invincible golden sword (Caliburn) was rapidly changing, eventually becoming a worn-out sword.

That was the weapon Ian gave her—a sword called "Mortal".

Artoria held up the token of their love.

That was the future he left for her—the other shore reached in the name of "humanity".

In the past, he had used it to break the shackles of fate that bound her.

Tonight, she will use it to cleave the cursed Holy Grail in two.

"Excalibur E-en—!"

305. Scáthach takes a liking to Ian / The Fourth Holy Grail War comes to an end (4k)

This strike was born from the girl's longing.

The blade that he had given her years ago now shone with a brilliance that rivaled even that of Excalibur.

Artoria held it as if she were holding his hand.

"Excalibur E-en—!"

It wasn't a reversal, but it was a beam strike that was even more powerful than a reversal.

This was the most sincere apology the Shadow of the Knight King left for the girl he had defiled after his death.

of course.

If we were to examine it in detail...

This also included Irisviel's life-sustaining assistance.

As the vessel for retrieving deceased Servants during the Holy Grail War, she relayed everything to Kiritsugu Emiya before she herself was completely corrupted by the evil of this world within the Holy Grail.

She knew she might be the only one who could persuade him.

Fortunately, that life-consuming call did change the mind of the magician killer.

As if fulfilling his wife's last wish, he made an exception and issued a second order to Artoria.

"Destroy the Holy Grail at all costs."

However, Kiritsugu Emiya ultimately concealed one thing.

That is, his body was already beyond its limits.

The negative effects of the magic "Time Control" become increasingly intense with each subsequent use.

Furthermore, if one were to unleash Excalibur E-en from a mortal's sword to shatter the Holy Grail, it would inevitably require a massive expenditure of magical energy.

That's one way to put it—

The moment he agreed to his wife Irisviel's request, Kiritsugu Emiya knew he was destined to die there.

But then everything can end, right?

This Holy Grail War was born out of desire;

This Holy Grail War is filled with betrayal;

This Holy Grail War that cost him his wife.

Although there are many regrets that I was unable to make up for, at least I did my best before I died.

Kiritsugu Emiya knelt on the ground, his left hand tightly clutching his chest, trying to hold on for as long as possible.

Being a partner of justice... is not an easy job.

The black beam formed by Excalibur E-en slashed forward.

That was an attack of an unusual nature that even a layman could immediately tell was wrong.

Gilgamesh was no exception.

However, he felt more admiration than surprise.

"Even at a time like this, how can that king who denies the 'way of kings' still be able to launch an attack of this magnitude?"

"But unfortunately—"

"There is only one outcome to this Holy Grail War, and that is that I, the King, will win!"

As he said this, Gilgamesh glared at Kirei Kotomine, who was standing to the side.

The latter understood immediately and used the Command Seals he had obtained through cheating.

"O ancient king, please enjoy my offerings."

"You are indeed very suitable to be my subject."

Gilgamesh's lips curled up slightly, clearly showing that he was quite satisfied with Kirei Kotomine.

The next moment, countless golden halos appeared behind him.

That was the stubbornness and arrogance of the oldest king.

He intends to forcibly take Excalibur E-en from Artoria to prove that he is the strongest in this Holy Grail War.

of course.

There might also be an intention to protect the Holy Grail, but that's secondary.

More than anything, it was Gilgamesh's will as "King" that was acting arrogantly.

If you are the "king" and can withstand the attack of another "king", wouldn't that perfectly prove your superiority?

With this in mind, Gilgamesh used a considerable number of Kirei Kotomine's curse seals.

however--

He seemed to have forgotten something.

Even including Iskandar, whom they had just defeated not long ago.

So far, only four Servants have died in this Holy Grail War.

Lancer, who had always remained detached from various events, has now joined the battlefield.

"Gae Bolg Alternative!"

The gleaming, dark red spear flew toward Gilgamesh, disrupting the proof of the oldest king.

Even more terrifyingly, Gilgamesh discovered that he had no way to dodge the spear—not even by teleporting!

Its fate was predetermined.

The process itself is merely a replay.

Hiss—!

The piercing spear pierced through the armor of the oldest king, but was then swiftly withdrawn.

"Miscellaneous cultivators!"

Gilgamesh looked angrily toward where the arrows had come from, and then saw Scáthach, who was Lancer.

"How dare you lay a hand on me!"

"so what?"

Scáthach pointed her Gae Bolg Alternative spear at Gilgamesh.

"You don't think that having divine qualities gives you the right to be high and mighty, do you?"

"not to mention--"

Scáthach looked at Kirei Kotomine behind Gilgamesh.

Having witnessed the exchange of contracts, she knew that the oldest king before her was not so honorable.

"You're nothing but a despicable bastard."

"How dare you speak to me like that?!"

Gilgamesh, whose sore spot had been touched, became enraged.

"Then I'll deal with you first as a celebration of my resurrection!"

In an instant, the Gate of Babylon, originally intended to block Excalibur E-en, was all turned against Scáthach.

Because of Kirei Kotomine's cheating, Gilgamesh doesn't need to worry about his attacks depleting his magic power at this moment.

Countless swords emerged from the golden halo, their sharp tips aimed directly at Scáthach on the ground.

however--

Facing the thousands upon thousands of swords, like a torrential downpour, Scáthach felt no fear whatsoever.

"Ah."

"You got angry and embarrassed when the truth was exposed?"

"That--"

"I need to teach you a lesson you won't forget."