One could even say that when Saber faced Lancer, dealing with such a long weapon was extremely troublesome.
In historical warfare, spear formations were very common, while sword-bearing infantry were rare. That also had to do with the difference in weapon length.
"Hmph, what kind of skill is it for you, an Archer, to fight Lancer in close combat?! And you're even using swords! If you've got the guts, use a bow—uh, no, use a spear and fight me!" Elizabeth was already grasping at straws. Her words practically admitted that Archer was stronger than Lancer in close combat.
Though, there did not seem to be anything wrong with that.
Shirou took a slight step back, giving himself time to project.
He was not worried at all that Elizabeth would attack Hakuno, because he had completely locked down Lancer's movements. If she dared make any rash move, Shirou could absolutely stab through her heart before she had any chance to defend herself.
"Since you asked so sincerely, I suppose I have no choice but to generously grant your request. Trace on!"
Gae Bolg!
Cú Chulainn's beloved spear, a red thorned lance, a Noble Phantasm made from the bones of a sea beast, appeared in Shirou's hands.
Elizabeth was instantly dumbfounded.
How had she run into someone using cheats?!
Confirmed! Absolutely confirmed! Report him!
Originally, she had thought Shirou was an Archer, and that someone who used a bow might not be very strong in close combat. Yet when he drew twin blades, he completely suppressed her. At that point, she could still comfort herself by thinking that he merely knew how to use swords, and that he could only project swords anyway!
But how could he pull out something like this?
While Elizabeth was still staring blankly, the projection loading was