Ch. 421He is the Crown-Rank Assassin (1st update)
Key Plot Points and Events
- Red A (Fujimaru Ritsuka) engages in a long-range archery battle with Sasaki Kojiro.
- The battle causes magical energy fluctuations, alerting other Heroic Spirits.
- Illya, sensing the disturbance, sends Berserker towards Ryudou Temple.
- A mysterious boy and a Grand Assassin (possibly Kotomine Kirei) discuss the anomaly in the Infinite Tsukuyomi world.
Character Developments
- Red A's fighting style is revealed to be underhanded and strategic, taking advantage of Sasaki Kojiro's inability to leave the gate area.
- The mysterious boy shows maturity beyond his years and awareness of the world's anomaly.
- The Grand Assassin, if indeed Kotomine Kirei, is revealed to be a Grand Servant, adding depth to his character.
Significant Themes
- The theme of 'falseness' in the Infinite Tsukuyomi world is reinforced as the boy and Grand Assassin discuss the world's distortion.
- The power dynamics and hidden strengths of characters are explored, with the revelation of another Grand Servant and the mysterious boy's extraordinary nature.
Character Interactions
- Red A and Sasaki Kojiro's battle showcases their respective skills and strategies.
- The mysterious boy and the Grand Assassin share a conversation, hinting at their relationship and shared knowledge.
- Illya sends Berserker to investigate the magical disturbance, indicating her proactive nature and concern for the Holy Grail War.