Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi and Artoria return to Xi Jianxi's home after their battle.
• Morgan reveals that the ritual site is at Ryuudou Temple, and they must join forces to stop Gilgamesh and Kirei.
• A final strategy meeting is held, deciding that Xi Jianxi, Artoria, and Iskandar will attack Gilgamesh, while Morgan, Irisviel, and Waver will deal with the Greater Holy Grail.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows concern for Morgan's well-being and is willing to make sacrifices for the greater good.
• Artoria acknowledges Xi Jianxi's strategic prowess and agrees to his plans.
• Morgan reveals she has already had her wish granted, hinting at her true identity and past.

Significant Themes

• The importance of unity and cooperation among allies to achieve a common goal.
• The burden of sacrifice and the willingness to make personal sacrifices for the greater good.
• The true nature of the Holy Grail and the ultimate wish it grants.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan share a moment of understanding and closeness, with Xi Jianxi embracing Morgan for the first time.
• Artoria and Irisviel discuss the use of the 'Avalon' Noble Phantasm to defend against Gilgamesh's final attack.
• Xi Jianxi, Artoria, Iskandar, and Morgan strategize and agree on a plan to end the Holy Grail War.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan discuss their intentions and goals. Morgan wants to understand the Third Magic's principles, while Xi Jianxi has no personal wishes.
• They meet Artoria, who reflects on her wish and the broader world. Morgan reveals she's not the same Morgan Artoria knows.
• The group arrives at Ryuudou Temple, finding Gilgamesh waiting. They discover the temple is enveloped in a red light, indicating the Holy Grail's activation.
• Xi Jianxi uses his Command Spell to send Waver and Rider to a separate battlefield using Rider's Noble Phantasm, 'Ionian Hetairoi.'

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows his strategic thinking by using his Command Spell to create a separate battlefield, giving their side an advantage.
• Morgan remains mysterious and unreadable, revealing little about herself.
• Artoria reflects on her wish and the broader world, showing growth and understanding.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of wishes and the importance of considering the broader world.
• The strategic use of power and resources, as seen in Xi Jianxi's Command Spell usage.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan discuss their goals, showing mutual respect and understanding.
• Artoria and Morgan have a brief, poignant conversation about wishes and the world.
• Xi Jianxi encourages Artoria, acknowledging her kingship and the weight of her responsibilities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Artoria and Iskandar join forces against Gilgamesh.
• Gilgamesh reveals a vast number of Noble Phantasms, challenging the heroes.
• Kiritsugu and Irisviel confront Kirei at Ryuudou Temple, with Morgan's assistance.
• The Holy Grail begins to pour out corrupted magical energy.

Character Developments

• Artoria and Iskandar show unity and determination in facing Gilgamesh.
• Gilgamesh demonstrates his power and seriousness in battle.
• Kiritsugu and Irisviel are determined to stop the Holy Grail's corruption.
• Morgan, despite her nature, protects Kiritsugu and Irisviel.

Significant Themes

• Unity and cooperation in the face of overwhelming odds.
• The consequences of corruption and obsession with power.
• The struggle against one's nature and past actions.

Character Interactions

• Artoria and Iskandar work together, with Artoria complimenting Iskandar's horse.
• Gilgamesh challenges Xi Jianxi, Artoria, and Iskandar, showing respect for their strength.
• Kiritsugu and Irisviel face Kirei together, with Morgan aiding them.
• Morgan's innate innocence is shown as she protects Kiritsugu and Irisviel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Gilgamesh, the King of Heroes, is targeted by Xi Jianxi, Artoria, and Iskandar in the vast desert sky.
• Artoria and Xi Jianxi use their Noble Phantasms, 'Wind King Barrier' and 'Avalon', respectively, to clash with Gilgamesh's 'Enuma Elish'.
• Xi Jianxi reveals a new form of his Noble Phantasm, 'Gae Bolg Alternative', piercing Gilgamesh's spiritual core and defeating him.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi demonstrates growth in his magical abilities, using a new form of his Noble Phantasm and revealing a hidden power given by Morgan.
• Artoria shows improvement in her aerial combat skills and strategic thinking, working in tandem with Xi Jianxi.
• Gilgamesh, despite his power, is defeated and leaves behind cryptic warnings for Xi Jianxi.

Significant Themes

• The power of teamwork and cooperation in battle.
• The consequences of using powerful magic and the path of no return.
• The mystery surrounding Xi Jianxi's origins and true identity.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Artoria work together to counter Gilgamesh's attacks, showcasing their trust and understanding of each other's abilities.
• Gilgamesh's defeat at the hands of Xi Jianxi leaves him with a sense of unease and foreshadows future challenges.
• Iskandar's support from the ground, piloting his chariot, aids Artoria and Xi Jianxi in their aerial assault on Gilgamesh.

Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi ponders his journey's meaning after his master's words.
• Artoria, Xi Jianxi, and Iskandar defeat the King of Heroes (Archer).
• Morgan faces the awakened Greater Holy Grail, Justicia, which seeks to devour Servants and Masters.
• Xi Jianxi saves Morgan from Justicia and decides to handle the threat.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows determination to protect Morgan and faces Justicia, the manifestation of the Greater Holy Grail.
• Morgan acknowledges Xi Jianxi's strength and accepts his protection.
• Artoria, Iskandar, Irisviel, and Kiritsugu support Xi Jianxi but avoid contact with the contaminated ground.

Significant Themes

• The Greater Holy Grail's corruption and its desire to consume life force.
• Xi Jianxi's resolve to protect Morgan and his acceptance of his journey's significance.
• The struggle against overwhelming odds and the importance of teamwork.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan: Xi Jianxi protects Morgan, and Morgan accepts his help, showing trust in him.
• Artoria, Iskandar, Irisviel, and Kiritsugu: They support Xi Jianxi's fight against Justicia but avoid the contaminated ground to prevent being consumed by the Greater Holy Grail.
• Xi Jianxi and Justicia: Xi Jianxi faces off against Justicia, the manifestation of the Greater Holy Grail, which seeks to devour him and Morgan.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi, Artoria, and Iskandar fight against Justeza, who is destroyed by their combined Noble Phantasms.
• The group reaches the underground cavern where the Greater Holy Grail is located.
• Morgan initiates the purification ritual for the Greater Holy Grail.
• Xi Jianxi asks Morgan to stay and form a new contract with him, which she accepts.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows reluctance to part with Morgan and asks her to stay.
• Morgan agrees to stay and form a new contract with Xi Jianxi.
• Kiritsugu Emiya adopts Shirou after his parents' death.

Significant Themes

• The allure and danger of the wish-granting machine, the Greater Holy Grail.
• The struggle and desire to overcome suffering, driving the Holy Grail War.
• The consequences of the Holy Grail War and the search for Kirei Kotomine's body.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan share a moment of understanding and agreement to form a new contract.
• Irisviel, Xi Jianxi, and Waver discuss the aftermath of the Holy Grail War and the search for Kirei's body.
• Kiritsugu Emiya adopts Shirou and takes him out for coffee with Illyasviel.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Rin's superior magical abilities cause Xi Jianxi to train Sakura separately with Morgan.
• Tokiomi plans to transfer the Tohsaka family headship to Rin early.
• Waver decides to take a leave of absence from the Clock Tower to travel the world.
• Kiritsugu plans to settle down in Fuyuki with his family.
• Xi Jianxi decides to give Morgan a false identity for low-profile travel.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows concern for Sakura's feelings and her magical training.
• Waver feels responsible for Kayneth's death and decides to take a break from his studies.
• Morgan decides to adopt the alias "Toneriko (Ash)" for low-profile travel.

Significant Themes

• The responsibility of a Magus and the consequences of their actions.
• The importance of family and personal growth.
• The duality of life and death in the magical world.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Sakura's relationship shows slight tension due to Rin's superior abilities.
• Waver and Xi Jianxi discuss the Holy Grail War and Waver's future plans.
• Xi Jianxi and Morgan discuss her new identity for travel.
• Kiritsugu and Irisviel plan to settle down in Fuyuki with their family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi continues his research on growing plants in the Shadow Realm, with Scathach watching and providing guidance.
• After numerous failed attempts, Xi Jianxi succeeds in growing an apple tree but faints due to overexertion.
• Scathach stops Xi Jianxi's research, revealing that his actions touched upon the authority of gods.
• In 1999, Xi Jianxi meets with Inorai Baroweta Atrohem at the Clock Tower, where he learns that his daughter Sakura has been sent there for advanced magic courses.
• Lineas El-Melloi Arch Zolti and Lord El-Melloi II visit Xi Jianxi, seeking him to become Lineas's tutor.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi: Shows determination and resilience in his research, and maintains his calm and collected demeanor despite Scathach's revelations.
• Scathach: Reveals her understanding of miracles and authority, showing concern for Xi Jianxi's well-being.
• Lineas El-Melloi Arch Zolti: Demonstrates maturity beyond her years, displaying a strong will and strategic thinking.
• Lord El-Melloi II: Shows concern for Lineas's education and the El-Melloi family's future, seeking Xi Jianxi's help.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of knowledge and power, even at great personal cost.
• The limits of human ability and the consequences of exceeding those limits.
• The responsibilities and burdens of power, as seen through the El-Melloi family's situation.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Scathach: Their master-disciple relationship deepens as Scathach provides guidance and Xi Jianxi shows his determination.
• Xi Jianxi and Lineas: They meet for the first time, with Lineas attempting to gauge Xi Jianxi's intentions and Xi Jianxi treating her like a child.
• Xi Jianxi and Lord El-Melloi II: They exchange pleasantries, with Lord El-Melloi II seeking Xi Jianxi's help for Lineas's education.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi is hired as a private tutor for Leinette, the successor of the El-Melloi faction, despite killing the previous head, Kayneth.
• Leinette is interested in Xi Jianxi's skills, not revenge, and sees his tutelage as a way to align with the democratic faction.
• Xi Jianxi agrees to tutor Leinette, with the condition that he can take leave when needed.
• Xi Jianxi and Morgan embark on a journey to a place related to Morgan's past.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi: Shows his teaching abilities and remains calm and collected in various situations.
• Leinette: Demonstrates curiosity and interest in Xi Jianxi's skills and methods.
• Morgan: Shows understanding and acceptance of her unique situation and Xi Jianxi's awareness of it.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and political intrigue among factions at the Clock Tower.
• The importance of personal connections and alliances in the magical world.
• The consequences of past actions and their impact on the present.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Leinette: Their relationship evolves from one of potential conflict to a teacher-student dynamic, with Leinette showing respect and curiosity towards Xi Jianxi's skills.
• Xi Jianxi and Morgan: They share a comfortable and understanding relationship, with Xi Jianxi being aware of Morgan's unique situation and Morgan accepting it.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan journey to Blackmore Cemetery, with Xi Jianxi carrying all the luggage to protect Morgan.
• They encounter Bersac Blackmore, the gravekeeper, who leads them to Blackmore Village.
• They meet Fernando Cruz, a priest, and Ilumia, a nun, who guide them to the village's church.
• Inside the church, they see a statue of the Black Madonna, which bears a striking resemblance to Morgan.

Character Developments

• Xi Jianxi shows his protective side by carrying all the luggage and putting on a show to protect Morgan's identity.
• Morgan remains calm and collected, understanding Xi Jianxi's intentions and playing along.
• Bersac Blackmore is revealed to be a knowledgeable and respected figure in the village.
• Fernando Cruz and Ilumia are lower-ranking members of the Holy Church, handling daily affairs in the village.

Significant Themes

• Protection and care for one's partner (Xi Jianxi's actions towards Morgan).
• The power of names and their significance (Morgan's request to be called by another name in the village).
• The connection between the present and the past, and the mystery surrounding 'Morgan'.

Character Interactions

• Xi Jianxi and Morgan: They work together to maintain Morgan's identity, showing a level of understanding and cooperation. Xi Jianxi protects Morgan, while Morgan understands and supports Xi Jianxi's plans.
• Xi Jianxi and Bersac Blackmore: They exchange information and show mutual respect, with Bersac leading them to the village and Xi Jianxi sharing a prophecy about the 'Black Madonna'.
• Xi Jianxi, Morgan, Fernando Cruz, and Ilumia: They interact briefly, with Fernando and Ilumia guiding them to the church and Ilumia whispering a strange warning to Xi Jianxi.