Fan: Sometimes You Really Shouldn't Pay Tribute to the Whole Thing!

Tohsaka Rin was not surprised by the result. She took out her Jewel Sword and estimated the distance between herself and her opponent.

"I knew she was a slow learner, but I didn't expect her to be this slow. She was completely absorbed. You're no longer human."

The test just now made Tohsaka Rin realize completely that her own sister was a monster through and through.

So--

"In the name of the administrator of this land, Sakura, I, Tohsaka Rin, will kill you!"

This time, it was Tohsaka Rin's side that was filled with murderous intent.

"Phew. Still putting on a brave face? Just admit it already, sister."

Matou Sakura, however, didn't seem to care at all. She smoothed her hair and said...

"Seeing such power, you must be envious, right? Jealous, right? No wonder, this is the Holy Grail that the Tohsaka family has always coveted!"

Matou Sakura gave a mocking smile.

"That's why you knowingly came to kill me, even though you were no match for me."

"That's right, you intend to take this child from me and fulfill the so-called Tohsaka family, don't you?"

Don't even think about it!

At Matou Sakura's command, the surrounding shadows changed.

"I will not give this child to you; it is mine!"

Four enormous black figures stood up.

"All I can give you, sister, is regret and despair. Soon, I'll make you experience that, bit by bit."

Four giants, made of shadows and seemingly guarding a young girl, reached out their hands to the tiny humans below.

"Let me show you the difference in strength, sister."

Matou Sakura cried out frantically, "No one will come to save you this time. Drown in the Heaven's Feel! Just like Sakura Tohsaka when she fell into the Insect Hole!"

At the girl's command, the Shadow Giant pressed forward.

An overwhelming force, impossible to defend against or dodge, swept towards Tohsaka Rin in an instant.

The battle between the girl and the black tentacles has once again taken place in Fuyuki City.

"Tsk tsk."

Off-screen, watching the brutal fight between the sisters, Luviya couldn't help but gasp in astonishment.

"This scene is really interesting. Don't you think so, Tohsaka ~~"

Rin said irritably, "Although you didn't say it explicitly, I think your so-called 'funny' is definitely not on the same wavelength as ours."

"That's really fun!"

Luviya blinked. "Isn't this just a harem extravaganza for some guy? This battle in the cave can also be simplified to a drama of four women fighting over one man, a battle between exes and current partners!"

"..."

Seeing Luviya's thumbs-up, Rin felt a chill run down her spine.

"Um... each version of FSN is a different Parallel world."

Driven by her survival instinct, Tohsaka Rin whispered a reminder.

Luviya didn't care about any of that. "Isn't that even better? It's a kind of fun that only we in the real world can understand."

[What kind of fun is this!]

Rin roared inwardly.

Unfortunately, Luviya, not knowing when to stop in front of Rin, continued to mock, "A sister steals her own brother's man, and the reason is supposedly a predestined relationship from a past life~ Oh my, what a great title!"

"What do you mean 'great'? You're just trying to make up a joke about me, aren't you?! Go to hell!"

Rin, whose rationality had snapped, could no longer bear it and lunged at Luviya.

"Hmph, you vulgar wild woman, are you getting angry out of embarrassment?"

"What are you getting angry about! Aren't you one of those women who are about to fight over a man? How dare you criticize me like that!"

"Are you out of your mind? How could you connect reality with a fictional story?!"

"Are you crazy?! Weren't you the one who did this in the first place?"

Seeing the two fighting, the others immediately remarked, "They just want to have a simple fight, right?"

"Thank goodness it was because my hands were itchy, not because of a man. You agree, right, Emiya Shirou-kun?"

"Hmm... this description is really good."

Shirou himself seemed completely oblivious to Red A's taunts, calmly flipping through a novel.

I just don't know what you can learn from reading a physical book in a theater with all the lights off.

"Oh no! They're fighting! They're fighting!"

Afu shouted excitedly.

"Is this what they call adding scenes outside the set? You actors are really dedicated."

"No way!! You big idiot!!" *N

Chapter 216 Fans: Sometimes a tribute can't be the whole thing!

On the screen, two dark figures collide with each other.

To be precise, one is blackish-red, and the other is blackish-purple.

In fact, in the game script description of FSN, Rider's main color has always been black.

Shinji estimates that the reason why Rider gives a stronger impression in purple is probably because, after the game progressed to the character art stage, it was found Rider using black in the character art did not create a strong enough contrast, so purple, which is also a dark color, was used instead.

It seems Nasu is lazy and unwilling to revise what he's already written, so the description of Rider in the text remains in black.

In response, Shinji really wanted to say something to Ms. Kinoko: "You're being way too lazy, huh?!"

This idea arose because Shinji encountered the same problem when producing the FSN movie.

Especially in this cave battle, because the background of the battle was rather dark, even with purple accents, Rider still appeared as a dark figure in the shot.

More importantly, Rider and the corrupted Artoria have strikingly similar colors, making it difficult to distinguish who is who when they fight at high speeds.

Shinji's solution was to turn on the lights.

Taking advantage of the fact that the red patterns on Saber Alter glow with magic during battle, Shinji applied red Magecraft fluorescent paint to Artoria's armor and Holy Sword.

Shinji used this thing during the filming of Fate/Zero, to decorate items that had been transformed into Lancelot's Noble Phantasm.

This was originally used by Mage Families to create defensive barriers, similar to the barrier at the Emiya Residence, and it glows when it senses magical energy.

In this way, even in the darkest of scenes, Artoria's Saber Alter can be clearly seen by the red light.

Rider used a similar method.

However, Rider doesn't have an Alter setting, so the Second Master is changed to a state similar to full-power combat.

Using Rider's eyes as the starting point for the light, apply purple Magecraft fluorescent paint to the curves of her body, the edges of her clothes, and her hair.

Rider herself was not very satisfied with this approach.

Unlike Artoria, who applied it to her armor, Rider applied it to her skin and hair, making her feel very uncomfortable.

This is also why Rider was unhappy with Shinji after filming.

The effect of this shooting method is quite good, especially the Rider on the screen skimming the ground at supersonic speed, its purple-glowing figure is as beautiful as a shooting star streaking across the night sky.

Compared to the agile Rider, Saber Alter is like a black sun.

She calmly assumed a fighting stance, easily parrying Rider's fierce attacks.

No matter how quickly Rider leaped back and forth, attacking into blind spots, Saber Alter could deflect all of Rider's short swords with a single swing.

This contrasting style of combat, characterized by both stillness and movement, thrilled the audience while also eliciting a slight sense of confusion.

Although everyone prefers Saber. Alter's black lace dress look, this glowing red armor is also quite cool.

As for Rider, needless to say, with his toned thighs, smooth back, and perfectly curved buttocks.

It's fair to say that every single item is a fiery flamenco performance that resonates with the sensibilities of the vast majority of male viewers.

Only...

"This scene of flashing red and purple lights seems a bit familiar, doesn't it?"

Shibamatsu squinted, somewhat puzzled.

"Hmm... I've got it now," Fujita said, hooking his finger around his ear. "Isn't that just the neon lights of the Tokyo Tower at night?"

The flashing lights on Saber Alter and Rider on screen really did have a cyberpunk vibe.

Unfortunately, the world's first cyberpunk film and television work, <Ultraseven X>, was still in production, so Fujita naturally couldn't use that term.

However, Fujita's statement is not entirely accurate, because the lighting effects for Shinji's action scene were actually inspired by the various DIY computer cases he built in his previous life.

Anyway, it doesn't matter what style it is, as long as the lighting is bright enough and the flash is cool enough, that's fine.

Ultimately, whether something is considered "tacky" or not is relative. In any case, this kind of "ghost fire" style lighting effect hasn't become popular yet, so audiences will naturally just find it novel.

But even the most exciting battles eventually come to an end.

As the battle dragged on, Rider's attack speed began to slow down.

Clearly, a protracted war would be very disadvantageous for her.

More importantly, with the support of near-infinite magic power, Saber Alter's insignificant wounds could be healed instantly.

Without Master's support, Rider dared not get injured.

This battle is like comparing the performance of a smartphone and an Alienware laptop.

What's even more infuriating is that the laptop comes with a power cord, while the phone can only use its own battery power.

Gradually, the tide of battle began to turn against Rider.

Don't be fooled by Rider's continued attacks; they're only trying to block Saber Alter's attacks.

Because once the Black Knight launches its attack, not only Rider, but even the boy behind him will be instantly killed.

At this moment, Rider's legs were beginning to break down from the inside due to overuse.

Conversely, Saber. Alter was completely unharmed.

Martial arts, physical strength, and magical power are the three most important aspects of a Servant's combat. In any of these areas, Saber Alter completely outclasses Rider.

Shirou Emiya, who was watching from the sidelines, knew very well that once Rider lost their speed advantage, they would be defeated.

It's only a matter of time.

So--

Just as Rider stepped forward again, Shirou Emiya loosened the restraint on his left arm.

"Projection —start. Ah—!"

Just by using magic, Shirou Emiya endured immense pain; the burden Archer's arm had placed on his body and soul had reached its limit.

If we take another step forward...

"I will not be myself... but!!"

On the battlefield, Saber Alter's sword missed its mark, and Rider had already broken away from Saber Alter's side.

The distance between the two heroic Heroic Spirit was increased to the maximum.

Rider is ready, while her opponent, Saber Alter, has her feet bound by chains.

"Rider----!!"

Shirou Emiya knew this was the opportunity Rider had mentioned, and he was ready to make his move.

"Hmph~ You think you can tie me up with this much strength!"

Saber. Alter's entire body was filled with magic, easily shattering the chains.