Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Aoko and her grandfather watch the first episode of 'Fate/hollow ataraxia' (HF) early.
• Shibamatsu and his friends watch HF in a club, expecting an action-packed start but are surprised by the focus on Shirou and Sakura's romantic relationship.
• Sakura, Medusa, and Artoria watch HF at the Matou residence, with Sakura expressing her displeasure at her increased screentime and tragic character arc.

Character Developments

• Aoko: Shows her excitement and eagerness to spoil the plot for others, but also accepts watching HF early as a consolation.
• Shibamatsu: Displays his enthusiasm for HF but also expresses disappointment in the slow start.
• Sakura: Reveals her dissatisfaction with her character's portrayal and her brother's directorial choices.
• Shinji: Implied to have made deliberate choices in HF's plot, possibly to protect Sakura or for personal reasons.

Significant Themes

• The impact of directorial choices on character portrayal and audience expectations.
• The tension between personal relationships and the Holy Grail War in HF.
• The contrast between the expectations of the audience and the actual content of the story.

Character Interactions

• Aoko and her grandfather: Share a friendly, albeit slightly tense, relationship, with Aoko trying to hide her disappointment.
• Shibamatsu and his friends: Display camaraderie and shared excitement, but also express frustration and boredom as the movie starts.
• Sakura, Medusa, and Artoria: Share a tense dynamic, with Sakura expressing her dissatisfaction, Medusa trying to placate her, and Artoria offering her perspective.

Summary

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji and Shirou watch HF together, discussing its content and Shinji's directorial choices.
• Aozaki Public, who was watching HF at home with his granddaughter Aoko, is startled awake by the intense battle scene.
• The Holy Grail War begins, with Lancer and Archer clashing on screen.

Character Developments

• Shinji shows his playful side, teasing Shirou and enjoying their banter.
• Aozaki Public displays his stubbornness and lack of consideration for others' feelings.
• Aoko tries to hide her interest in movies from her grandfather.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between the romantic and thrilling aspects of HF, reflecting the dual nature of the Holy Grail War.
• The exploration of Magecraft and its applications, as seen through the Matou Family's use of Engraved Insects.

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Shirou's friendly rivalry and shared understanding as fellow protagonists.
• Aoko's attempt to keep up appearances in front of her grandfather, while also trying to connect with her peers through the group chat.
• Shibamatsu's observations of his peers' reactions to the horror elements in HF.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The group watches 'Super 8', a movie directed by Shinji.
• Shinji's character in the movie is ridiculed and laughed at by the group, particularly his defeat by Saber.
• Shinji tries to maintain his dignity but struggles to keep his composure.
• The group teases and mocks Shinji, with Gilgamesh even trying to replay the embarrassing scene.
• Shinji tries to justify his character's actions, but the group continues to mock him.

Character Developments

• Shinji's public image is tarnished by his character's portrayal in the movie, affecting his pride and dignity.
• The group, particularly Gilgamesh, finds joy in Shinji's embarrassment, highlighting their dislike for him.
• Shirou remains calm and observant, not getting involved in the teasing, showing his maturity and understanding.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics and relationships between the Servants and Shinji are explored, with the Servants enjoying Shinji's misfortune.
• The theme of public image and dignity is touched upon, with Shinji struggling to maintain his composure in the face of ridicule.

Character Interactions

• The group's interaction with Shinji is hostile and mocking, with Gilgamesh going as far as trying to replay the embarrassing scene.
• Shinji tries to maintain his composure but struggles, showing his vulnerability and pride.
• Shirou remains calm and observant, not getting involved in the teasing, showing his maturity and understanding.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The HF route finally mentions Kiritsugu Emiya, satisfying Shirou's fan, Shibamatsu.
• Aozaki Public expresses disdain for Kiritsugu's methods as a Mage Killer.
• The movie shows C Team's daily life, foreshadowing future tragedy.
• Sasaki Kojirou is killed, and a black shadow emerges from his body, marking the start of horror elements in the movie.

Character Developments

• Shibamatsu, a Kiritsugu Emiya fan, is satisfied with HF's mention of him.
• Aozaki Public's disdain for Kiritsugu's methods is revealed.
• Caster Medea's feelings for Kuzuki are shown, and their relationship is established.
• Sasaki Kojirou's tragic death and the emergence of the black shadow hint at his heroic nature and the impending danger.

Significant Themes

• The contrast between lighthearted and dark, foreshadowing future events.
• The horror movie trope of sudden, gruesome deaths.
• The tragedy of beautiful things being destroyed, as hinted by the BGM change.

Character Interactions

• Shibamatsu and other Mages discuss the movie's plot developments and their reactions.
• Aozaki Public expresses her disapproval of Kiritsugu's methods to Aoko.
• Caster Medea and Kuzuki interact, showing their relationship.
• Sasaki Kojirou's final moments show his acceptance of his tragic fate.

Summary

Plot Points and Events

• Caster's arm is born in a gruesome manner, devouring Kojirou's body.
• Shinji's HF movie inherits Nasu's dark humor in plot arrangement.
• Kuzuki is killed by Hassan in a brutal and disturbing scene.
• Medea senses Kuzuki's trouble and finds him dead, dragged by Hassan.

Character Developments

• Aoko discusses Magecraft with her grandfather, ruining the horror movie atmosphere for her.
• The Magecraft club members watch HF, experiencing fear and tension together.

Significant Themes

• The power dynamics between humans and Heroic Spirits.
• The horror of the unknown and the suspense of anticipation.
• The contrast between the seriousness of Magecraft and the lightheartedness of a horror movie.

Character Interactions

• Aoko and her grandfather discuss Magecraft, ruining the horror movie experience.
• The Magecraft club members react to the horror scenes together, expressing fear and tension.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The viewers are terrified by Hassan's appearance and voice, reminiscent of Sadako.
• Medea and Kuzuki are killed by Hassan, marking a tragic end for them.
• The first episode of HF ends with a dark and terrifying cliffhanger, leaving many questions unanswered.

Character Developments

• Medea expresses her disgust for the feeling of destiny and has no interest in playboys like Shinji.
• Shibamatsu is unsettled and disturbed by the violent and cruel scenes in HF.
• Azu has trouble sleeping after being scared by Hassan, highlighting her vulnerability despite her calm demeanor earlier.

Significant Themes

• The power of storytelling and media to evoke fear and emotion.
• The contrast between the viewers' reactions and Azu's calm demeanor.
• The exploration of Medea's feelings about destiny and relationships.

Character Interactions

• Medea and Yan Qing discuss Medea's feelings about Kuzuki and her desire for a genuine connection.
• Azu and the other viewers react to the horror and suspense of HF, with Azu having difficulty sleeping afterward.
• Shinji and Shirou discuss Shinji's late-night return home and the potential consequences with Sakura.

Key Plot Points and Events

• HF (Fate/Zero) is not particularly scary, but its popularity is due to the Fate name and new audience exposure to horror.
• HF's first episode is diverse, containing romance, comedy, action, and horror, but Shinji's storytelling keeps it coherent.
• HF's production scale and quality surpass other OV works, with fight scenes barely distinguishable from UBW.
• HF's initial DVD release sells out within two days, creating a hunger marketing effect and boosting Bandai's profits.

Character Developments

• Shinji's reputation as a director grows, proving he can succeed with TV series as well as movies.
• Udagawa Nao, a Bandai executive, is determined to re-sign with Shinji despite his shrewd business nature.

Significant Themes

• The power of branding and new audience exposure in driving popularity (HF's success despite limited horror elements).
• The impact of high-quality production and innovation on audience reception and industry profits (HF's success and Bandai's response).

Character Interactions

• Shinji invites Udagawa Nao, reporters, and filmmakers to a preview screening of HF's 3D effects.
• Tokiomi Tohsaka and Risei Kotomine discuss Shinji's reliability and the potential impact of his new technology.
• Reporters discuss the differences in IMAX cameras and the potential of HF's production quality.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji showcases three clips from his upcoming Ultraman movie, "Super 8", using a revolutionary 3D technology that immerses the audience.
• The audience reacts with awe and fear, some even fleeing the theater, reminiscent of the 1895 audience watching "Arrival of a Train".
• After the screening, reporters praise the technology, and an audience member discovers that their footage is blurred, hinting at anti-piracy measures.

Character Developments

• Shinji is satisfied with the audience's reaction, confirming the success of his technology.
• Udagawa Nao is impressed by the 3D experience and looks forward to the full movie.
• Kariya is tasked with going to China to help promote Ultraman merchandise and will have to part ways with Udagawa Nao again.

Significant Themes

• The impact of new technology on the film industry and audience experience.
• The potential of the Chinese market and the challenges it presents.
• The separation of Kariya and Udagawa Nao, testing their relationship.

Character Interactions

• Shinji interacts with reporters, expressing his satisfaction with the audience's reaction and his plans for the future.
• Udagawa Nao discusses the movie with Kariya, expressing her excitement and plans to watch it again.
• Shinji tasks Touko with training employees and modifying screens in China, and Kariya with promoting Ultraman merchandise in China.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Super 8's naked-eye 3D technology receives widespread praise and media attention.
• Free public screenings of Super 8's preview clips are held worldwide to promote the film.
• The preview clip causes a frenzy among audiences, with many eager to rewatch it.

Character Developments

• Shinji's reputation as a technological innovator grows with the success of his naked-eye 3D technology.
• The public's anticipation for Super 8 increases, while Shinji's core fans await the second volume of HF.

Significant Themes

• Technological advancement and its impact on the film industry.
• Marketing strategies and their influence on audience anticipation.
• The power of visuals and spectacle in cinema.

Character Interactions

• Shinji's core fans eagerly await the second volume of HF, while the general public is captivated by Super 8's promotional clips.
• Aoko's attempt to spoil the HF viewing party for her friends is thwarted by Azu.

Notable Scene

• The opening scene of HF episode two features a seductive, lingerie-clad woman, causing a stir among the male viewers.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji struggles to find an actor for a risqué scene, considering and rejecting options like Yan Qing and Enkidu.
• He eventually finds a suitable actress, who is beautiful and has an exceptional figure.
• Shinji alters the plot to include Rin and Sakura in the dream scene, upsetting them.
• Shinji is punished by Sakura, who makes him carry heavy books as a result of his actions.
• The audience watches the episode, discussing potential Servant deaths and guessing the plot's direction.

Character Developments

• Shinji shows his determination to make the movie his way, even if it means upsetting characters like Rin and Sakura.
• Sakura demonstrates her cunning and manipulative side, planning and executing Shinji's punishment.
• The audience members show their impatience with the romantic scenes, hinting at their preferences for action and plot development.

Significant Themes

• The struggle between artistic vision and audience expectations is subtly explored through Shinji's decisions and the audience's reactions.
• The theme of consequences and punishment is highlighted through Sakura's retribution against Shinji.

Character Interactions

• Shinji's interactions with the actress, Rin, and Sakura highlight his manipulative and self-centered nature.
• The audience's discussions about the plot and characters show their engagement with the story and their expectations for its development.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cú Chulainn investigates at Ryuudou Temple, leading to a city chase and battle with Cursed Arm Teacher, altered from the original movie version.
• Shinji plans to develop a mini-game, "Run, Wang Jiang!," featuring Cú Chulainn, to gain game development experience and profit from gacha mobile games.

Character Developments

• Cú Chulainn becomes smug and proud due to his prominent role in the action scene.
• Sakura feels overshadowed by Cú Chulainn's attention and expresses her displeasure to Shinji.
• Shinji appeases Sakura and decides to go on a long business trip to avoid her.

Significant Themes

• The importance of spectacle and action scenes in attracting audiences, as seen in Shinji's changes to the HF movie.
• The contrast between secret Mage battles (from the original FSN) and grand, open action scenes (from Fate/Zero and Shinji's HF).

Character Interactions

• Shinji interacts with Sakura, trying to appease her and avoid her displeasure.
• Cú Chulainn interacts with other Heroic Spirits, who plan to make him suffer in the "Run, Wang Jiang!" game.
• Artoria discusses the HF movie with Shinji, expressing her understanding of Cú Chulainn's role in the story.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Cú Chulainn (Lancer) is defeated by Hassan (Cursed Arm) in the final battle in the forest. Hassan uses his Noble Phantasm, Delusional Heartbeat (Zabaniya), to trick Cú Chulainn and rip out his heart, leading to his demise.
• The young mages in the club, including Azu, Shibamatsu, and Fujita, analyze the battle and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Hassan's Noble Phantasm.
• Kirei Kotomine appears in a Chinese restaurant, performing a culinary show called "Mapo Tofu on the Tip of the Tongue," much to the discomfort of the watching Heroic Spirits and mages.

Character Developments

• Cú Chulainn's defeat showcases his overconfidence and underestimation of Hassan's capabilities.
• Kirei Kotomine's appearance highlights his hedonistic nature and disregard for others' feelings, as he plans to serve extremely spicy Mapo Tofu to the mages and Heroic Spirits in Fuyuki City.

Significant Themes

• The theme of underestimation and overconfidence, as seen in Cú Chulainn's defeat.
• The theme of hedonism and disregard for others, as seen in Kirei Kotomine's actions.

Character Interactions

• The young mages in the club discuss and analyze the battle between Cú Chulainn and Hassan, showcasing their knowledge of magecraft and Heroic Spirits.
• The Heroic Spirits and mages watching Kirei Kotomine's culinary show express their discomfort and disapproval, highlighting their differing values and priorities.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shirou learns about the anomaly at Ryuudou Temple from Maronpo and decides to investigate with Saber.
• In the game, Shirou's suggestion to search Ryuudou Temple feels abrupt, but in the movie, it's more logically coherent.
• Shirou and Saber encounter Cursed Arm Hassan at Ryuudou Temple. Saber is consumed by the "black shadow," leading to her disappearance.
• The movie ends with Saber encountering her black self, leaving the Audience shocked and eager for more.

Character Developments

• Shirou: Shows determination in investigating the anomaly at Ryuudou Temple.
• Saber: Displays regret and helplessness as she's consumed by the "black shadow."
• Black Saber: Makes her debut, captivating the Audience with her appearance.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of overconfidence and complacency (Saber's defeat).
• The appeal of dark characters (Black Saber's popularity).

Character Interactions

• Shirou and Saber: Their bond is tested as Saber meets her demise, leaving Shirou to sense her loss.
• Saber and Black Saber: They encounter each other, with Black Saber revealing her identity to Saber.

Movie vs. Game Plot Differences

• The movie focuses on Ryuudou Temple as a location, while the game emphasizes Caster's situation.
• The movie's plot is more logically coherent, but it's also more fan-oriented, which may confuse newcomers.
• Shinji's HF route references both the game and movie plots, adding back slice-of-life scenes omitted by the movie.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Saber's appearance in Fate/Hollow Ataraxia (HF) causes a stir online, with fans speculating about her role.
• Shinji releases a mini-game "Run, Lancer!" featuring Cú Chulainn, which becomes popular among fans and Heroic Spirits.
• Shinji announces Artoria as an "actor reserve" for his upcoming project, Fate/Apocrypha (FA), causing her displeasure.
• Shinji plans to adapt FA into a blockbuster action film, eliminating irrelevant characters early on to focus on the main story.
• Shinji receives a call from his Second Uncle, who informs him that his request to attend the Super 8 premiere in China has been approved, with the condition that he bring the film to the Shanghai Film Festival in June.

Character Developments

• Artoria becomes upset when she learns that she's been designated as an "actor reserve" for FA.
• Shinji remains confident and arrogant, referencing pop culture and expressing his desire to create a successful blockbuster with FA.

Significant Themes

• The impact of online fandom and the power of speculation in shaping a character's role and story.
• The challenges of adapting a story with many characters into a film or novel.
• Shinji's desire to create a successful blockbuster and expand the Fate IP.

Character Interactions

• Artoria and Shinji have a playful argument about her role in FA.
• Shinji interacts with his Second Uncle via video call, discussing the Super 8 premiere in China.
• Shinji's interactions with the Heroic Spirits are brief and mostly involve his plans for their roles in upcoming projects.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji and Kariya discuss the release of Super 8 and the review process.
• Shinji agrees to let Kariya return for New Year's but also sends him on a business trip to China.
• Zouken informs Shinji that he must attend the Mages' year-end banquet, which has been moved up due to the HF release.
• Shinji meets the Ryougi family at the banquet and agrees to arrange an internship for Ryougi Shiki.

Character Developments

• Shinji remains calm and professional in his discussions with Kariya and Zouken, showing his growth as a director and family member.
• Kariya shows loyalty to Shinji and the Matou Family, accepting his business trip assignment without complaint.
• Zouken demonstrates his influence and knowledge of the Mage world, arranging Shinji's attendance at the banquet and introducing him to the Ryougi family.
• Ryougi Shiki shows interest in the entertainment industry and a desire to learn from Shinji, displaying a more approachable demeanor than in the novels.

Significant Themes

• The review process for film releases, highlighting the importance of ratings and censorship in the entertainment industry.
• The influence of the Matou Family and Shinji's work on the Mage world, with Mages being fascinated by his films and incorporating them into their research.
• The potential consequences of Shinji's actions, such as the Ryougi family's interest in him and the possibility of entering the Root.

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Kariya maintain a professional relationship, with Shinji making decisions for the company and Kariya accepting them.
• Shinji and Zouken have a grandfather-grandson dynamic, with Zouken guiding Shinji and Shinji sometimes questioning his grandfather's intentions.
• Shinji and Ryougi Shiki have a friendly interaction, with Shiki expressing admiration for Shinji's work and Shinji agreeing to help her with an internship.
• Mr. Ryougi attempts to arrange an internship for his daughter with Shinji, showing his influence and connections within the Mage world.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji learns that the Ryougi family, despite not being active in Magecraft, has become wealthy and influential through business dealings with other Mage Families.
• Zouken reveals that the Ryougi family has proposed a marriage alliance with Shinji, hoping to use his Magecraft talent to re-enter the Magecraft world.
• Shinji decides to take an early vacation and visits various film sets, including the Ultraseven X crew, where he meets with the director, Denis Villeneuve.
• Shinji buys gifts for Artoria and Sakura to appease them after his recent sharp-tongued behavior.
• Medusa informs Shinji that Ryougi Shiki has arrived at the company to start her internship as Shinji's assistant.

Character Developments

• Shinji shows concern for his family's well-being and tries to maintain peace during the New Year by appeasing Artoria and Sakura with gifts.
• Ryougi Shiki's proactive approach to starting her internship at Shinji's company demonstrates her eagerness and determination.
• Denis Villeneuve's dedication to studying the Ultraseven X script and his enthusiasm for the project show his potential as a director.

Significant Themes

• The decline of mystery and the impact on the four great demon-slaying families, with the Ryougi family adapting by focusing on business dealings with other Mage Families.
• The coexistence of Mages and ordinary people in the film industry, as seen through Shinji's decision to hire an ordinary director for Ultraseven X.
• Shinji's growing influence and responsibility as a producer, as evidenced by his visits to various film sets and his interactions with crew members.

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Zouken discuss the Ryougi family's intentions and the potential marriage alliance between their families.
• Shinji interacts with Denis Villeneuve, offering encouragement and support for the Ultraseven X project.
• Shinji's Heroic Spirits, including Artoria, Sakura, and Medusa, observe Ryougi Shiki's arrival at the company with amusement and curiosity.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji worries about facing the consequences of seeing Medusa's Petrifying Eye.
• Medusa drives them to Type-Moon Company at high speed without breaking traffic rules.
• Ryougi Shiki arrives at Type-Moon Company to intern with Shinji.
• Shinji brings Ryougi Shiki and Ophelia to his office.
• Ryougi Shiki claims Ophelia's desk, causing tension.

Character Developments

• Shinji shows concern for the potential consequences of his actions.
• Medusa demonstrates her loyalty and skill as a driver.
• Ryougi Shiki exhibits confidence and assertiveness, potentially causing tension with Ophelia.
• Ophelia remains composed but shows signs of displeasure towards Ryougi Shiki.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and hierarchies within the workplace.
• The tension and potential for conflict between Ryougi Shiki and Ophelia.
• Shinji's growing concern for the consequences of his actions.

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Medusa: Shinji expresses his worry about the Petrifying Eye, and Medusa reassures him with her driving skills.
• Shinji and Ryougi Shiki: Shinji greets Ryougi Shiki professionally, but tension arises when she claims Ophelia's desk.
• Ryougi Shiki and Ophelia: Ryougi Shiki's assertiveness clashes with Ophelia's composure, creating tension between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Shinji hires Ryougi Shiki as his assistant, causing tension with his secretary, Ophelia.
• Shinji moves both desks into his office to accommodate both women.
• Chloe, Sakura, and Artoria visit Shinji's office, questioning him about Ryougi Shiki.

Character Developments

• Ophelia shows assertiveness and concern for Shinji's well-being.
• Ryougi Shiki demonstrates intelligence and calmness in handling the situation.
• Shinji shows adaptability and quick thinking in resolving the desk issue.

Significant Themes

• The dynamic between a boss, secretary, and assistant.
• The competitive nature of women in professional settings.
• The tension between personal and professional relationships.

Character Interactions

• Shinji, Ophelia, and Ryougi Shiki have a tense standoff over the desk arrangement.
• Shinji, Chloe, Sakura, and Artoria interact, with Chloe and Sakura questioning Shinji about Ryougi Shiki.
• Artoria remains focused on eating cookies, ignoring the tension in the room.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Ryougi Shiki starts her internship at the company, aiming to learn acting from Shinji and become a star.
• Shinji arranges for Ryougi Shiki to join an upcoming acting training course.
• Shinji and Ryougi Shiki attend an HF tasting event, which also serves as her welcome party.

Character Developments

• Ryougi Shiki: She reveals her desire to become an actor and uses her father's desire to push her out of the nest to get close to Shinji.
• Matou Shinji: Shinji understands Ryougi Shiki's intentions and arranges for her to join the acting training course.

Significant Themes

• Ambition and Pursuit of Dreams: Ryougi Shiki's desire to become an actor drives her to intern with Shinji.
• Manipulation and Schemes: Both Ryougi Shiki and her father have their own agendas in arranging her internship.

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Ryougi Shiki: They interact professionally, with Shinji treating her as an intern and Ryougi Shiki addressing him as 'Shinji-kun' or 'Brother Shinji'. Shinji understands Ryougi Shiki's intentions and arranges for her to join the acting training course.
• Shinji and Aoko/Azu: Although not present in this chapter, their dynamic is mentioned as Aoko is silenced by Azu for revealing spoilers about the HF series.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Artoria repeatedly asks Shinji for the time, impatient to start watching the latest episode of HF and eat snacks.
• Shinji starts the show at midnight, as instructed by Zouken, and the Type-Moon employees erupt into a feeding frenzy over Ryougi Shiki's snacks.
• In the Magecraft Club, the group watches the third episode of HF, which follows the game's plot more closely than the movie version.

Character Developments

• Artoria displays impatience and a love for food, contrasting with her usual serious demeanor.
• Shinji shows helplessness and slight irritation towards Artoria's behavior.
• Ryougi Shiki is revealed to be an excellent cook, causing the Type-Moon employees to descend into chaos over her snacks.
• Shirou Emiya meets Sakura Matou, and the plot begins to delve into the darker aspects of the Matou Family.
• Matou Shinji challenges Shirou to a duel at the School, revealing his penchant for calling for backup when he can't win.

Significant Themes

• Impatience and anticipation (Artoria waiting for the show to start)
• Greed and indulgence (the Type-Moon employees' behavior over snacks)
• The darker side of the Matou Family (HF's plot turning dark)

Character Interactions

• Shinji and Artoria: Shinji shows exasperation towards Artoria's impatience and food obsession, while Artoria pleads with him to start the show early.
• Ryougi Shiki and Shinji: Ryougi Shiki suggests starting the show early, causing Shinji to question Zouken's intentions.
• The Type-Moon employees: They descend into chaos over Ryougi Shiki's snacks, snatching and fighting over them.
• Shirou Emiya and Matou Shinji: Shirou and Shinji have another duel at the School, with Shinji calling for backup when he can't win.
• Sakura and Shinji: Sakura comments on Shinji's lack of learning from his mistakes, comparing him to Shirou in HF.