Ch. 161I, Fu Yuan, Smash the Holy Grail War
Key Plot Points and Events
- The King of Conquerors, Iskandar, initiates a 'King's Feast' and proposes a 'Holy Grail Quiz' to determine the worthiest for the Holy Grail without resorting to combat.
- Most kings present express little to no interest in the Holy Grail, leaving Iskandar as the only one actively pursuing it.
- Iskandar reveals his desire to shed his Servant form and become human, expressing dissatisfaction with his current magical construct state.
Character Developments
- Iskandar: Shows unexpected maturity and seriousness, revealing his desire to become human and his dissatisfaction with his current Servant form.
- Gilgamesh: Remains arrogant and unyielding, claiming all treasures in the world as his and his friend's.
- Artoria: Maintains her maturity and restraint, refraining from mocking Gilgamesh despite her temptation to do so.
Significant Themes
- The desire for humanity: Iskandar's wish to become human raises questions about the nature of humanity and the limitations of Servants as magical constructs.
- The Holy Grail's significance: The lack of interest in the Holy Grail from most kings challenges its perceived importance and the purpose of the Holy Grail War.
Character Interactions
- Iskandar vs. Gilgamesh: Tension arises between the two as Gilgamesh refuses to yield the Holy Grail to Iskandar, claiming all treasures as his own.
- Artoria vs. Gilgamesh: Artoria resists the urge to mock Gilgamesh, showing restraint and consideration for Fu Yuan's feelings.