Shit, it's been too long since the Archer segments, I don't remember any of his descriptors.
 
Eyyy I caught up!
Astounding quality at speed once again, Rabbit.

[X] "I'm not the first person you asked to take on this job, didn't you? You had some people of yours during my fight at Caster's castle."
-[X] "I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu."

i wanna know what happened to the people who tried before us. Also I love the cult line
 
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  • [X] "I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu."
    -[X] "But, I do have one more question. Can I meet Lancer? You probably know who Rider is, so it's only fair.
    [x] "Yes. One more question. Can I meet Lancer? You already know what Rider looks like and you probably figured out who she is... It's only fair I got to see your Servant."
    [X] "I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu."
    [x] "Yes. One more question. Can I meet Lancer? You already know what Rider looks like and you probably figured out who she is... It's only fair I got to see your Servant."
    -[X] If he refuses, ask at least for a hint. Say pretty please. You look like his sister, so exploit it. It might get him a little pissed, but also unbalance him and make him slip by something important.
    [X] "I'm not the first person you asked to take on this job, didn't you? You had some people of yours during my fight at Caster's castle."
    [X] "I'm not the first person you asked to take on this job, didn't you? You had some people of yours during my fight at Caster's castle."
    -[X] "I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu."
 
Thorns
[] "I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu."
-[] "But, I do have one more question. Can I meet Lancer? You probably know who Rider is, so it's only fair.


Just hearing about this faction tickled you the wrong way. If thought about it, the whole Magus Society was just one big cult where people would discard morality and common sense in search for an impossible dream of reaching the Root. You're not sure where these feelings came from but you felt that they were instilled on you somehow.

But enough of the why questions. You had some information on Archer's group and they didn't look good at all. They were an armed group that deals in distributing drugs suspected to be made by Magi in order to gain cash. At least that's how it looked like on the surface but you think that's just a way to cover up for their true intention.

If the Guru was just looking to find a way to make a quick buck, they wouldn't go this far for the Grail. There were other avenues for it. But they still chose to participate in the Grail War, which could only mean that they have their sights on the Grail.

For money or perhaps something more? You can't help but be uncomfortable by the addition of this new mystery. You had the Main Family willing to send Berserker rampaging through the city, Hans and his secrets on how to take out said Main Family and now these Cultists...

"I fucking hate cults. They better not be summoning Cthulhu," you hissed as you bit your thumb.

"Well they probably won't be doing that but there may be the chance they could be summoning something..." Hans said as he had a thoughtful look, "I have reason to believe that considering their movements but it's not concrete. That aside, I'll be leaving their eradication to you."

"Right. I think I can do that but under my own discretion. I'm not the type to just kill masses of people if I can't help it," you replied with a dry tone.

"Your choice. So long as you maintain your cover. Once the fighting starts, you need to act fast," Hans said as he met your gaze. He then leaned back on his seat and asked, "Anything else?"

"I do have one more question. Can I meet Lancer? You probably know who Rider is, so it's only fair," you said with a firm tone.

Rider perked up at that and smiled mischievously knowing that you put Hans on the spot. The most you knew about Lancer would be that they were fighting Emiya and Saber back at Caster's castle, impeding their progress to help you. You're not sure what to make of that but it shouldn't hurt knowing more about possible enemies, especially at a setting like this.

Hans studied your expression before closing his eyes with a sigh. He leaned forward and said, "Well I suppose you have been forthcoming putting your trust in me by this much, and that's saying a lot considering you're made to kill me. Very well."

The man tapped his cane on the ground before a rune opened the nearby window. You saw a shadow dart inside the room before stopping behind Hans. He kept his hands on his cane as he felt the presence of his servant behind him.

You and Medb stared at the tall and imposing figure of a man in armor. An armor as dark as charcoal with silver markings etched across its surface. However if there was something you could describe it with, it was simple.

It was an armor of thorns.

Jagged and bent like the teeth of a dark beast, the thorns were protruding outwards to harm those that would be close. You could feel the oppressive gaze you were being sent before Medb held your shoulder tightly.

She was on guard.

The man's helmet concealed his face but you could notice a faint light green glow coming from underneath his visor. He held no weapon and had nothing on him but he was without a doubt a Servant. He stood silently behind Hans as he stared at you... Only to turn his gaze towards Medb.

The Queen visibly flinched at that.

"Did they harm you, Master?" Lancer asked with an accusing tone.

"Nothing of the sort. They simply wanted to see you. Perhaps you can introduce yourself," Hans offered as he glanced at his servant.

"I believe you had no intention of revealing my existence. Perhaps the situation has truly turned dire," Lancer replied with no small disdain. He then stood firmly and spoke, "I am Servant Lancer, contracted to one Hans Derrinsmith. That is all you are to know."

"I see. Well since you're here, do you have anything to report?" Hans asked with a raised eyebrow.

"Indeed. He's coming. It's just as you predicted," Lancer said as he glanced at his Master.

"Wait... Who's coming..?" You asked as you stood up.

"Berserker," Hans replied as he fixed his suit, "The Family must have been worried I would spin you to my side. Take no action that would make them think that not unless you wish Berserker's Wrath upon you," Hans advised as he limped to the door with his cane and Lancer, "Run, Brie. I'll meet you soon. A familiar will find you later."

You watched as he and Lancer left the room soon after. Lancer glanced at Medb through his helmet before leaving with Hans. You and Rider stayed there for a few moments before you started breathing.

Medb looked like she had just seen a ghost. With a stiff expression, she then said, "We have to go. Can't get caught in this now."

Thorns
[] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
[] "Right. We need to get the fuck out. I don't want to see Berserker. Not now at least. Let's fly, Rider!"
[] "This might be a good chance to look at Berserker. Let's give it a try. We'll stay out of the approaching chaos."
[] "Rider... Are you hiding something?"
[] Write in...
 
It was an armor of thorns.
Medb looked like she had just seen a ghost. With a stiff expression, she then said, "We have to go. Can't get caught in this now."
Hooo boy.

Okay, place your bets everyone! Is it Cu Alter? Fergus Alter? Conchobar?
[] "Rider... Are you hiding something?"
Definitely a bad idea. The middle of an enemy attack is not where we want a probably emotionally distressing conversation.

[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."

Or maybe get some warriors to trash the place and observe Berserker? Not a bad idea, but I'd prefer playing it safe.
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
The man tapped his cane on the ground before a rune opened the nearby window. You saw a shadow dart inside the room before stopping behind Hans. He kept his hands on his cane as he felt the presence of his servant behind him.

You and Medb stared at the tall and imposing figure of a man in armor. An armor as dark as charcoal with silver markings etched across its surface. However if there was something you could describe it with, it was simple.

It was an armor of thorns.

Jagged and bent like the teeth of a dark beast, the thorns were protruding outwards to harm those that would be close. You could feel the oppressive gaze you were being sent before Medb held your shoulder tightly.

She was on guard.

The man's helmet concealed his face but you could notice a faint light green glow coming from underneath his visor. He held no weapon and had nothing on him but he was without a doubt a Servant. He stood silently behind Hans as he stared at you... Only to turn his gaze towards Medb.
Okay, place your bets everyone! Is it Cu Alter? Fergus Alter? Conchobar?
Neither. That is Cu Chulainn's foster-brother, and lover to some interpretations, Ferdiad. After all, Ferdiad was said to have thorny skin which no weapon could pierce... and was shamed/bullied into fighting Cu Chulainn against his wishes by Medb and her daughter.

This really is a Cattle Raid of Cooley reunion.

[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
Ugh. He died by being "pierced" with Gae Bolg in the worst way imaginable.

Irish myths don't know what "above waistline" even means.
 
Ugh. He died by being "pierced" with Gae Bolg in the worst way imaginable.

Irish myths don't know what "above waistline" even means.
Yeah, I'm thinking we need to have clear the old beef with Lancer before we try to have any kind of coordination between him and Medb.
Shame the 'drunk Medb bullying' didn't get recorded, as he's probably salty enough to enjoy Medb getting the same treatment he got from her and Findabair. If he isn't, the man's a saint.
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."

The longer we can put off fighting centipede boy the better
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."

Neither. That is Cu Chulainn's foster-brother, and lover to some interpretations, Ferdiad. After all, Ferdiad was said to have thorny skin which no weapon could pierce... and was shamed/bullied into fighting Cu Chulainn against his wishes by Medb and her daughter.

This really is a Cattle Raid of Cooley reunion.

So far this has been the second most Irish HGW. Only surpassed, of course, by the HGW where all seven servants were different versions of Cu.




There was no winner.
 
So far this has been the second most Irish HGW. Only surpassed, of course, by the HGW where all seven servants were different versions of Cu.




There was no winner.
For a moment I thought you were talking about something that had actually been written, and got excited about an Archer that used javilins.

Then I saw the punchline.
 
[X] "He said try and make it unlikely that we're working together. Leave some warriors to trash the place and burn it up."
 
To be honest, he'd be more likely to use the sling as an Archer.
Maybe both, Cu's certainly got alot of details of chucking spears at people.
Also, all these Gay Bulge memes suddenly start meaning something else entirely.

Or make much more sense instead?

Either of the two.
Honestly it's more significant* that, in light of Cu being bi, is not affected by Shirou's Harem Protagonist EX. Or maybe he is, and Cu's idea of 'drinking buddy' and 'boyfriend' are synonymous. I forget if EMIYA and Cu having a beer together is canon or if I'm remembering a fanwork.

*And by significant I mean funny.
 
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