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[] Tell Assassin to go after Archer or at least get information out of Matthias. If they die without saying anything, this whole thing would have been for nothing.
You grunted in pain as you held your shoulder. It hurts but you had to stay conscious. The Nun will stabilize you, you can trust her to do that much. For now, you needed to do damage control otherwise this whole operation would have to be considered a failure.
"Assassin, go after Archer. Hunt them down and get info on Luvia," you ordered as you glanced her way.
"I understand," Assassin replied as she turned away and vanished.
You let out a breath as Caren held your shoulder. She then looked over your wounds and said, "I will be transporting you now. Don't struggle."
"Can't even if I wanted. You better hope she catches those bastards," you growled in a shaky breath as you got up.
"Hope is a foreign concept to me, Mr. Derrinsmith. Though surely you can enlighten me while I guide you into my minivan. A man like yourself is just oozing with hope," Caren snarked back as you bit back another barb. You just had to trust Assassin in this... Hopefully it wasn't too late.
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Assassin dashed through the buildings to chase after her targets. The Knight from before had a huge lead and Archer even more so but Assassin was able to track them as she moved. Archer was maintaining a good distance with her Master on hand but she wouldn't last long. She still had her Immortality, she could easily make life hell for Assassin but...
Chiyome still had Elpis on hand. It seemed that it was taking everything Hans had to keep it in her grasp. She only had this left as her weapon to take down Arche. Still, the Knight wasn't to be written off easily. In her current state, Chiyome wasn't sure if she could face such an opponent right now. She kept moving regardless, dashing across buildings as she slowly closed in on her target.
Assassin was able to identify the direction they were going. Archer was headed straight for Sakura's location. Her Master must have ordered to regroup with Saber. If that happens then this mess will only grow bigger. Assassin moved faster as she essentially soared through the buildings now until she found a good spot to intercept Archer.
The Knight was also gaining on Archer but Assassin got to her first. Shooting out of the darkness, Assassin managed to catch Archer off guard and slam into her at full speed, causing Matthias to be flung to the side and into the street. Archer's back smashed into a fire hydrant as she rolled and got back to her feet, only to see Assassin come to wards her.
Archer drew her sword just as Assassin clashed with her once more.
"You wish to die this much? I'll grant you your wish," Archer hissed before Assassin deflected her blade.
Archer staggered before she moved to slash but Assassin plunged her sword into Archer's chest, triggering Elpis' effect and dissolving every single curse it touched. Archer gasped but endured, her immortality forcing her to cling on to life as she was left kneeling on the ground, her strength drained from her limbs.
The Knight arrived to see what Assassin had done before she walked over to the fallen Master. She then kicked over Matthias as he bled on the ground, burns marking his flesh as he breathed shallowly. Picking him up by his shirt, the Knight began questioning him.
"What have you done to Luvia Edelfelt? Hans Derrinsmith was shouting about it before, now tell me or suffer the consequences," the Knight barked as she grit her teeth.
Matthias for his part looked simply amused, "Consequences mean nothing to a dying man. Derrinsmith knows this well which explains his irresponsible handling of his life. But still, is this what this is all about?"
"Our last report came from Sakura Matou. Luvia stayed behind the previous night to allow Matou to escape. We want information now," Assassin said as she held a kunai in hand.
"A professional never speaks. At least that would be how it would go normally. Heh, I could take the knowledge I have to my grave if it causes you people more anguish," Matthias sneered as he looked back to the Knight, "But if you must know, I do have the information... In fact, I'll dispense it now. Edelfelt was taken by another."
Chiyome tensed at that before hissing, "Who?"
"A masked Servant riding a winged Steed. We never had Edelfelt in the first place," Matthias said as he chuckled to himself before he was tossed to the ground.
The Knight then faced Assassin, "Do you know who could that be?"
"By process of elimination, I figure it's Rider," Assassin said as she walked over to Matthias and drew her sword from her back. She looked down on the Mercenary before she plunged her blade through his chest, blood splattering on the floor.
From the side, Archer let out a sigh, "I see. So that's how far I can go. It was an admirable run. Good job, Assassin."
"You lost. So goes the nature of this battle," Assassin replied as she pulled her sword out of the man's chest.
"True. But this was... It's only beginning," Archer giggled as she smiled, "From one Priestess to another, you hope that when the time comes, may the Gods answer your call. For Saber surely wouldn't."
Archer vanished as her body shattered into golden light.
Archer has retired from the War.
As soon as Archer died a pulse was felt throughout the city. Assassin felt herself raising her sword while the Knight tightened her hands on her invisible weapon. Something had been stimulated.
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Back at the apartments, Ayumi looked out into the distance in wonder. Her eyes glimmering as a Servant fell in battle tonight before finally... A smile curled upon her lips. Another has come to test the Hero of this Story and it would be no other than the Blackened Sun.
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Saber smashed Lancer away with his sword before pausing, looking up as he felt a disturbance. Lancer caught her breath and turned to look to the sky as well. Something just woke up in the distance... Saber lowered his blade before slinging it behind his back and turning away from his foe. Lancer's eyes widened as she snarled, "We're not done here yet!"
"We are. Something troublesome has come to interfere. I'd advise you to take your Master to safety as I would do to mine. Stubborn and battle crazy woman she is," Saber said as he retreated. Lancer tried to attack but paused when Sakura spoke to her mind.
"Lancer, we have to go and regroup. Hans should be finished now and Miyu says that something bad is happening."
Lancer clicked her tongue before turning away. She had to make sure Sakura was safe first.
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You were sitting in the Nun's minivan when you felt it. A distant feeling of dread, like a lump of bricks just fell on your stomach. You shouldn't be surprised but the feeling still overwhelmed you. You were still injured and bleeding, Caren had managed to patch you up as best she could with what supplies she had in her vehicle. The arrows were gone and your wounds were partially sealed, you would need further aid within the Church if you wished to survive the morning.
But still...
"This war is just getting more and more interesting," Caren said as she drove down the highway. You scoffed at the thought as you closed your eyes. That was the last thing you needed but... With each Servant that falls, a Blackened would emerge.
What kind was only a matter of luck...
However just as he was thinking that, a shadow fell over the minivan. Caren hit the brakes and spun the wheel before shifting gears to keep the van moving. You were thrown around in the back seat when you turned to see a monstrous creature land on where the minivan had been heading. Hitting the gas, Caren drove ahead as the monster's roar was heard behind you.
Was that... A Sphinx?!
"Hold on," Caren ordered you as she dodged the monster's swipe by making the minivan swerve. The monster smashed into an incoming truck and was run over before Caren stopped the minivan on the highway. She unlocked her door and stepped out of the vehicle.
"Hey, where are you going!?" you yelled at her as she rolled up her sleeves, revealing crimson marks on her pale skin.
"Doing my job," Caren declared as she activated a Command Spell, "By our Temporary Contract, come forth and protect me!"
A burst of crimson light erupted just as the Sphinx pounced towards the Nun. However from the light emerged a woman with shining armor and blonde hair. She stomped on the ground and plunged the sword she held now bathed in golden light straight into the monster's neck. The creature howled before the Knight tore her sword out of it as the creature crumbled into black mud.
"Tell me, are you two okay?" the Knight asked as she faced you and Caren.
You got out of the car and collapsed on the ground. You raised your head as the Knight walked over to help you up by offering a hand.
[] "First thing's first... I never heard of an Extra Servant in this War though you do look like Jeanne D'arc. Tell me, who are you?"
[] "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
You grunted in pain as you held your shoulder. It hurts but you had to stay conscious. The Nun will stabilize you, you can trust her to do that much. For now, you needed to do damage control otherwise this whole operation would have to be considered a failure.
"Assassin, go after Archer. Hunt them down and get info on Luvia," you ordered as you glanced her way.
"I understand," Assassin replied as she turned away and vanished.
You let out a breath as Caren held your shoulder. She then looked over your wounds and said, "I will be transporting you now. Don't struggle."
"Can't even if I wanted. You better hope she catches those bastards," you growled in a shaky breath as you got up.
"Hope is a foreign concept to me, Mr. Derrinsmith. Though surely you can enlighten me while I guide you into my minivan. A man like yourself is just oozing with hope," Caren snarked back as you bit back another barb. You just had to trust Assassin in this... Hopefully it wasn't too late.
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Assassin dashed through the buildings to chase after her targets. The Knight from before had a huge lead and Archer even more so but Assassin was able to track them as she moved. Archer was maintaining a good distance with her Master on hand but she wouldn't last long. She still had her Immortality, she could easily make life hell for Assassin but...
Chiyome still had Elpis on hand. It seemed that it was taking everything Hans had to keep it in her grasp. She only had this left as her weapon to take down Arche. Still, the Knight wasn't to be written off easily. In her current state, Chiyome wasn't sure if she could face such an opponent right now. She kept moving regardless, dashing across buildings as she slowly closed in on her target.
Assassin was able to identify the direction they were going. Archer was headed straight for Sakura's location. Her Master must have ordered to regroup with Saber. If that happens then this mess will only grow bigger. Assassin moved faster as she essentially soared through the buildings now until she found a good spot to intercept Archer.
The Knight was also gaining on Archer but Assassin got to her first. Shooting out of the darkness, Assassin managed to catch Archer off guard and slam into her at full speed, causing Matthias to be flung to the side and into the street. Archer's back smashed into a fire hydrant as she rolled and got back to her feet, only to see Assassin come to wards her.
Archer drew her sword just as Assassin clashed with her once more.
"You wish to die this much? I'll grant you your wish," Archer hissed before Assassin deflected her blade.
Archer staggered before she moved to slash but Assassin plunged her sword into Archer's chest, triggering Elpis' effect and dissolving every single curse it touched. Archer gasped but endured, her immortality forcing her to cling on to life as she was left kneeling on the ground, her strength drained from her limbs.
The Knight arrived to see what Assassin had done before she walked over to the fallen Master. She then kicked over Matthias as he bled on the ground, burns marking his flesh as he breathed shallowly. Picking him up by his shirt, the Knight began questioning him.
"What have you done to Luvia Edelfelt? Hans Derrinsmith was shouting about it before, now tell me or suffer the consequences," the Knight barked as she grit her teeth.
Matthias for his part looked simply amused, "Consequences mean nothing to a dying man. Derrinsmith knows this well which explains his irresponsible handling of his life. But still, is this what this is all about?"
"Our last report came from Sakura Matou. Luvia stayed behind the previous night to allow Matou to escape. We want information now," Assassin said as she held a kunai in hand.
"A professional never speaks. At least that would be how it would go normally. Heh, I could take the knowledge I have to my grave if it causes you people more anguish," Matthias sneered as he looked back to the Knight, "But if you must know, I do have the information... In fact, I'll dispense it now. Edelfelt was taken by another."
Chiyome tensed at that before hissing, "Who?"
"A masked Servant riding a winged Steed. We never had Edelfelt in the first place," Matthias said as he chuckled to himself before he was tossed to the ground.
The Knight then faced Assassin, "Do you know who could that be?"
"By process of elimination, I figure it's Rider," Assassin said as she walked over to Matthias and drew her sword from her back. She looked down on the Mercenary before she plunged her blade through his chest, blood splattering on the floor.
From the side, Archer let out a sigh, "I see. So that's how far I can go. It was an admirable run. Good job, Assassin."
"You lost. So goes the nature of this battle," Assassin replied as she pulled her sword out of the man's chest.
"True. But this was... It's only beginning," Archer giggled as she smiled, "From one Priestess to another, you hope that when the time comes, may the Gods answer your call. For Saber surely wouldn't."
Archer vanished as her body shattered into golden light.
Archer has retired from the War.
As soon as Archer died a pulse was felt throughout the city. Assassin felt herself raising her sword while the Knight tightened her hands on her invisible weapon. Something had been stimulated.
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Back at the apartments, Ayumi looked out into the distance in wonder. Her eyes glimmering as a Servant fell in battle tonight before finally... A smile curled upon her lips. Another has come to test the Hero of this Story and it would be no other than the Blackened Sun.
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Saber smashed Lancer away with his sword before pausing, looking up as he felt a disturbance. Lancer caught her breath and turned to look to the sky as well. Something just woke up in the distance... Saber lowered his blade before slinging it behind his back and turning away from his foe. Lancer's eyes widened as she snarled, "We're not done here yet!"
"We are. Something troublesome has come to interfere. I'd advise you to take your Master to safety as I would do to mine. Stubborn and battle crazy woman she is," Saber said as he retreated. Lancer tried to attack but paused when Sakura spoke to her mind.
"Lancer, we have to go and regroup. Hans should be finished now and Miyu says that something bad is happening."
Lancer clicked her tongue before turning away. She had to make sure Sakura was safe first.
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You were sitting in the Nun's minivan when you felt it. A distant feeling of dread, like a lump of bricks just fell on your stomach. You shouldn't be surprised but the feeling still overwhelmed you. You were still injured and bleeding, Caren had managed to patch you up as best she could with what supplies she had in her vehicle. The arrows were gone and your wounds were partially sealed, you would need further aid within the Church if you wished to survive the morning.
But still...
"This war is just getting more and more interesting," Caren said as she drove down the highway. You scoffed at the thought as you closed your eyes. That was the last thing you needed but... With each Servant that falls, a Blackened would emerge.
What kind was only a matter of luck...
However just as he was thinking that, a shadow fell over the minivan. Caren hit the brakes and spun the wheel before shifting gears to keep the van moving. You were thrown around in the back seat when you turned to see a monstrous creature land on where the minivan had been heading. Hitting the gas, Caren drove ahead as the monster's roar was heard behind you.
Was that... A Sphinx?!
"Hold on," Caren ordered you as she dodged the monster's swipe by making the minivan swerve. The monster smashed into an incoming truck and was run over before Caren stopped the minivan on the highway. She unlocked her door and stepped out of the vehicle.
"Hey, where are you going!?" you yelled at her as she rolled up her sleeves, revealing crimson marks on her pale skin.
"Doing my job," Caren declared as she activated a Command Spell, "By our Temporary Contract, come forth and protect me!"
A burst of crimson light erupted just as the Sphinx pounced towards the Nun. However from the light emerged a woman with shining armor and blonde hair. She stomped on the ground and plunged the sword she held now bathed in golden light straight into the monster's neck. The creature howled before the Knight tore her sword out of it as the creature crumbled into black mud.
"Tell me, are you two okay?" the Knight asked as she faced you and Caren.
You got out of the car and collapsed on the ground. You raised your head as the Knight walked over to help you up by offering a hand.
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[] "What the hell is going on here? Do you know? Where'd this thing come from?"
[] "First thing's first... I never heard of an Extra Servant in this War though you do look like Jeanne D'arc. Tell me, who are you?"
[] "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
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[X] "First thing's first... I never heard of an Extra Servant in this War though you do look like Jeanne D'arc. Tell me, who are you?"
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[X] "First thing's first... I never heard of an Extra Servant in this War though you do look like Jeanne D'arc. Tell me, who are you?"
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[X] "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
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[X] "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
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[X] "First thing's first... I never heard of an Extra Servant in this War though you do look like Jeanne D'arc. Tell me, who are you?"
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[] "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
You ignored her hand and stood up on your own, "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
The Knight blinked before composing herself, "She was with me before I was called here. She was the one who slew Archer's Master. Technically, that doesn't count as me interfering too much."
Caren raised an eyebrow as she crossed her arms, "I suppose not."
"What about Luvia then? Was there any information?" you asked the Knight with a frown.
"The man simply said that... He was never in custody of Luvia. A Servant retrieved her during the night she stayed to protect Sakura. Assassin believed that by process of elimination, Rider could be involved," the blonde woman said as she dismissed her armor and was now wearing a crisp black suit.
Rider? Then that means... Ophelia. Ophelia took Luvia that night? You didn't like the sound of that but that gives you a lead at the very least. You'll know who to look for however the appearance of these Phantasmal Beasts didn't spell a good future for everyone in this War. Giving Caren a glance, she may stop the War altogether in order to handle the newest Blackened to arise.
"I see," you breathed as you held your head. You tried contacting Assassin through your connection but felt that you lacked the strength to even focus that much. You fell down your knees again, causing the Knight to grab you in alarm. You were losing blood and strength faster than you anticipated.
The edges of your vision began to darken.
You blacked out.
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A dream came to you but it was unlike any other.
A girl danced at the top of a building as the city was swallowed by blue fire.
Her eyes glimmered and she held up a finger between her lips.
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"Stop!" you yelled as you held out your hand.
You had sat up from your bed, causing your blanket to fall and revealed the amount of bandages on your body. You were nearly wrapped up all over, giving no place to skin to be visible. You winced from the sections where you had been struck the previous night while your organs all felt like they were being stabbed by daggers.
Your heart was beating fast while sweat ran down your cheek. You endured the pain and turned to the side to find a glass of water. You picked it up and drank to moisten your dry throat. Setting it down, you wiped your lips as you let out a shaky breath. You've been healed, meaning there was only one place you could be right now.
The door opened and Chiyome walked in casual clothes, her eyes staring for a brief moment before closing in on you.
"Are you okay? I heard you scream," Assassin asked as she immediately went to your side.
"I'm fine. Nothing I can't live with. This the church?" you asked for confirmation.
"It is. The Administrator healed you as best she could. Better than what normal physicians would have so you have her to thank for your condition. According to her, you should be fine by the evening. It's currently morning," Assassin said as she looked at you with a worried expression.
You met her gaze and gave her a reassuring smile, "I see. I'm glad you made it out okay last night."
"This is no time to be worrying about me. You're in a worse state than I am! You took two arrows and a sword stab through your body. You may be hardy but there's a limit. You're just human, Hans!" Chiyome scolded you as she clenched her fist, "We may have beaten Archer but that's nothing if the price is you being injured some more!"
She... Didn't really have to worry that much. You didn't have much to live either way so a few more injuries should be fine. Well, you did have one more War to fight if you won here though if you lost again... Okay, maybe having another bad injury would be real bad in the future.
"Sorry," was all you could say under her words.
"We have much to discuss and if you two are done, I suggest you two come on up." A voice came from the door, making you tense up. Caren had her arms crossed as she leaned against the doorframe. What a joy, that woman was...
She then walked away without so much as a goodbye. Well, you didn't prefer her presence being so close either way. You had Assassin wait out your door as you got changed. There was some spare clothes laid out for you so you decided to take those. You then stepped out of your room with Chiyome dutifully waiting for you by the door. The two of you then moved out from beneath the church and came up behind the altar.
The Church's doors were closed today so there weren't any people coming in. You and Assassin stepped out into a snowy gazebo near the walls of the Church's compound. The Knight from last night was wearing a white blouse and blue skirt, a more casual outfit compared to last night while Caren poured herself some tea.
You managed to get close and take your seat while Assassin stood behind you.
"Well, it's good to see that you're not one to stay in bed. How's your body?" Caren asked as she raised an eyebrow.
"Fine. Assassin said that I should be okay by the evening?" you wondered with a frown.
"The pain will subside but the injuries will take longer to heal. Still, it shouldn't impede you in your mission. I figured you would prefer it that way," Caren said as she sipped her tea.
Well that's considerate... Given everything.
Clearing her throat, the Knight then spoke up, "In any case, I would like to take this chance to formally introduce myself. Hello, my name is Artoria Pendragon, former King of Camelot and Part Time English Instructor."
You blinked and stared at her. You then turned to Assassin as she spoke, "She feels like a Servant and certainly has the skills to back it up."
"Ghost Liner. A Servant not bound by the Holy Grail?" you frowned as you sat up straight, "Keeping a Servant well after a War takes much maintenance and power, who exactly-"
"Tohsaka," Artoria cut you off.
You blanched.
Oh.
That.
Oh...
"Oh..." you managed to breathe as you stared at her, "Then... You're a Familiar of a Grand. Zeltrech's Apprentice. But why?"
"Sakura Matou. She's my Master's Sister. I was sent here to check up on Sakura and see how she was doing. However my presence couldn't be allowed to stay without being bound to the Administrator to preserve the balance of the War. So for now, I'm under a temporary contract with Miss Hortensia," Artoria explained as she gestured to the Nun.
Assassin gave her a sad look, "I'm so sorry for your misfortune."
"What is that supposed to mean?" Caren questioned from the side.
You then cut between them and spoke, "Okay, I won't ask how or why but let's get to the bottom of this. You all had something to say to me?"
"Namely the status of the Grail," Caren said as she crossed her arms, "Assassin took to investigating Matou's last whereabouts. According to your Servant, Matou had the Grail with her."
"I went to where Lancer should be fighting Saber but when I arrived there was no one there. Not Sakura and not even Miyu. There was no sign of Saber but there were signs of fighting," Assassin reported as she rubbed her shoulder, "They just upped and vanished."
"Which means that not only Luvia is missing but Sakura has too. Though she doesn't strike me as the type to take advantage of your trust and steal the Grail," Artoria chimed in as she sipped her tea.
"That's more of a 'me' tactic but I get your point. We were supposed to regroup back at our hideout or push to rescue Luvia if we could. But given the circumstances, I'm just as lost as you are," you replied as you pinched the bridge of your nose.
"Well if that's the case then they should be revealing themselves soon. One call from me and they would have to answer... Especially with the Phantasmal Beasts out and about, I have half of my mind canceling the War for now to focus on the source of those creatures," Caren said as she glanced your way.
"Though you haven't. Why?" Assassin questioned her with a narrowed look.
"Because those creatures haven't harmed anyone outside of the participants. The public has yet to be involved and there had been no witnesses as to their existence... Yet," Caren said as she sighed.
"Though it would be wiser if you made preventive measures rather than waiting," Artoria observed as she glanced at the Nun.
"I already am. Why else would I form a temporary contract with you?" Caren asked with a raised eyebrow. She then continued, "The War's integrity must be kept intact as much as possible. This inconvenience is something the Administrators must contend with rather than troubling the Masters when they're already busy killing each other."
"How considerate of you," you sarcastically stated.
"I am a woman of the cloth. It's only natural," Caren replied.
Artoria grimaced before turning to you, "Well, what will be your plan, Mr. Derrinsmith? I aim to search for Sakura and Luvia. Surely I can have confidence that you have the same idea?"
There... Were a few places you wanted to check.
[] You need to head to the Amusement Park and investigate that House of Mirrors. If the Phantasmal Beasts are truly the work of a Blackened then there should be clues there.
You ignored her hand and stood up on your own, "We're fine. But I have to focus now. I have to contact Assassin. Have you seen her?"
The Knight blinked before composing herself, "She was with me before I was called here. She was the one who slew Archer's Master. Technically, that doesn't count as me interfering too much."
Caren raised an eyebrow as she crossed her arms, "I suppose not."
"What about Luvia then? Was there any information?" you asked the Knight with a frown.
"The man simply said that... He was never in custody of Luvia. A Servant retrieved her during the night she stayed to protect Sakura. Assassin believed that by process of elimination, Rider could be involved," the blonde woman said as she dismissed her armor and was now wearing a crisp black suit.
Rider? Then that means... Ophelia. Ophelia took Luvia that night? You didn't like the sound of that but that gives you a lead at the very least. You'll know who to look for however the appearance of these Phantasmal Beasts didn't spell a good future for everyone in this War. Giving Caren a glance, she may stop the War altogether in order to handle the newest Blackened to arise.
"I see," you breathed as you held your head. You tried contacting Assassin through your connection but felt that you lacked the strength to even focus that much. You fell down your knees again, causing the Knight to grab you in alarm. You were losing blood and strength faster than you anticipated.
The edges of your vision began to darken.
You blacked out.
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A dream came to you but it was unlike any other.
A girl danced at the top of a building as the city was swallowed by blue fire.
Her eyes glimmered and she held up a finger between her lips.
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"Stop!" you yelled as you held out your hand.
You had sat up from your bed, causing your blanket to fall and revealed the amount of bandages on your body. You were nearly wrapped up all over, giving no place to skin to be visible. You winced from the sections where you had been struck the previous night while your organs all felt like they were being stabbed by daggers.
Your heart was beating fast while sweat ran down your cheek. You endured the pain and turned to the side to find a glass of water. You picked it up and drank to moisten your dry throat. Setting it down, you wiped your lips as you let out a shaky breath. You've been healed, meaning there was only one place you could be right now.
The door opened and Chiyome walked in casual clothes, her eyes staring for a brief moment before closing in on you.
"Are you okay? I heard you scream," Assassin asked as she immediately went to your side.
"I'm fine. Nothing I can't live with. This the church?" you asked for confirmation.
"It is. The Administrator healed you as best she could. Better than what normal physicians would have so you have her to thank for your condition. According to her, you should be fine by the evening. It's currently morning," Assassin said as she looked at you with a worried expression.
You met her gaze and gave her a reassuring smile, "I see. I'm glad you made it out okay last night."
"This is no time to be worrying about me. You're in a worse state than I am! You took two arrows and a sword stab through your body. You may be hardy but there's a limit. You're just human, Hans!" Chiyome scolded you as she clenched her fist, "We may have beaten Archer but that's nothing if the price is you being injured some more!"
She... Didn't really have to worry that much. You didn't have much to live either way so a few more injuries should be fine. Well, you did have one more War to fight if you won here though if you lost again... Okay, maybe having another bad injury would be real bad in the future.
"Sorry," was all you could say under her words.
"We have much to discuss and if you two are done, I suggest you two come on up." A voice came from the door, making you tense up. Caren had her arms crossed as she leaned against the doorframe. What a joy, that woman was...
She then walked away without so much as a goodbye. Well, you didn't prefer her presence being so close either way. You had Assassin wait out your door as you got changed. There was some spare clothes laid out for you so you decided to take those. You then stepped out of your room with Chiyome dutifully waiting for you by the door. The two of you then moved out from beneath the church and came up behind the altar.
The Church's doors were closed today so there weren't any people coming in. You and Assassin stepped out into a snowy gazebo near the walls of the Church's compound. The Knight from last night was wearing a white blouse and blue skirt, a more casual outfit compared to last night while Caren poured herself some tea.
You managed to get close and take your seat while Assassin stood behind you.
"Well, it's good to see that you're not one to stay in bed. How's your body?" Caren asked as she raised an eyebrow.
"Fine. Assassin said that I should be okay by the evening?" you wondered with a frown.
"The pain will subside but the injuries will take longer to heal. Still, it shouldn't impede you in your mission. I figured you would prefer it that way," Caren said as she sipped her tea.
Well that's considerate... Given everything.
Clearing her throat, the Knight then spoke up, "In any case, I would like to take this chance to formally introduce myself. Hello, my name is Artoria Pendragon, former King of Camelot and Part Time English Instructor."
You blinked and stared at her. You then turned to Assassin as she spoke, "She feels like a Servant and certainly has the skills to back it up."
"Ghost Liner. A Servant not bound by the Holy Grail?" you frowned as you sat up straight, "Keeping a Servant well after a War takes much maintenance and power, who exactly-"
"Tohsaka," Artoria cut you off.
You blanched.
Oh.
That.
Oh...
"Oh..." you managed to breathe as you stared at her, "Then... You're a Familiar of a Grand. Zeltrech's Apprentice. But why?"
"Sakura Matou. She's my Master's Sister. I was sent here to check up on Sakura and see how she was doing. However my presence couldn't be allowed to stay without being bound to the Administrator to preserve the balance of the War. So for now, I'm under a temporary contract with Miss Hortensia," Artoria explained as she gestured to the Nun.
Assassin gave her a sad look, "I'm so sorry for your misfortune."
"What is that supposed to mean?" Caren questioned from the side.
You then cut between them and spoke, "Okay, I won't ask how or why but let's get to the bottom of this. You all had something to say to me?"
"Namely the status of the Grail," Caren said as she crossed her arms, "Assassin took to investigating Matou's last whereabouts. According to your Servant, Matou had the Grail with her."
"I went to where Lancer should be fighting Saber but when I arrived there was no one there. Not Sakura and not even Miyu. There was no sign of Saber but there were signs of fighting," Assassin reported as she rubbed her shoulder, "They just upped and vanished."
"Which means that not only Luvia is missing but Sakura has too. Though she doesn't strike me as the type to take advantage of your trust and steal the Grail," Artoria chimed in as she sipped her tea.
"That's more of a 'me' tactic but I get your point. We were supposed to regroup back at our hideout or push to rescue Luvia if we could. But given the circumstances, I'm just as lost as you are," you replied as you pinched the bridge of your nose.
"Well if that's the case then they should be revealing themselves soon. One call from me and they would have to answer... Especially with the Phantasmal Beasts out and about, I have half of my mind canceling the War for now to focus on the source of those creatures," Caren said as she glanced your way.
"Though you haven't. Why?" Assassin questioned her with a narrowed look.
"Because those creatures haven't harmed anyone outside of the participants. The public has yet to be involved and there had been no witnesses as to their existence... Yet," Caren said as she sighed.
"Though it would be wiser if you made preventive measures rather than waiting," Artoria observed as she glanced at the Nun.
"I already am. Why else would I form a temporary contract with you?" Caren asked with a raised eyebrow. She then continued, "The War's integrity must be kept intact as much as possible. This inconvenience is something the Administrators must contend with rather than troubling the Masters when they're already busy killing each other."
"How considerate of you," you sarcastically stated.
"I am a woman of the cloth. It's only natural," Caren replied.
Artoria grimaced before turning to you, "Well, what will be your plan, Mr. Derrinsmith? I aim to search for Sakura and Luvia. Surely I can have confidence that you have the same idea?"
There... Were a few places you wanted to check.
Vanishing
[] You want to return to the hideout. That's one of the places you know Sakura and Miyu would be. If anything, Ayumi should still be there. You have to check there.
[] You need to head to the Amusement Park and investigate that House of Mirrors. If the Phantasmal Beasts are truly the work of a Blackened then there should be clues there.
[X] You want to return to the hideout. That's one of the places you know Sakura and Miyu would be. If anything, Ayumi should still be there. You have to check there.
to check the house of mirrors is to walk directly up to a servant i expect, and in our condition that means death. I suspect it might be nitocris or ozymandias, if only because i've played fgo and those two used sphinxes there.
to check the house of mirrors is to walk directly up to a servant i expect, and in our condition that means death. I suspect it might be nitocris or ozymandias, if only because i've played fgo and those two used sphinxes there.
- Pronouns
- They/Them/Their
I'm fairly certain that it's Ozymandias, since he was the Rider in Fate/Prototype Fragments Of Sky Silver. In addition, Egyptian Pharaohs were seen as being the mortal incarnations of Ra.
Let's just hope he can't deploy the pyramids long enough for Dendara Light to become relevant...
- Location
- Somewhere North of south
[X] You want to return to the hideout. That's one of the places you know Sakura and Miyu would be. If anything, Ayumi should still be there. You have to check there.
Well... shit... maybe I'm just being paranoid but I think both of these options stand a good chance of waking Manaka up.
Well... shit... maybe I'm just being paranoid but I think both of these options stand a good chance of waking Manaka up.
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