Ch. 61Baptism Chant
Key Plot Points and Events
- Kirei Kotomine approaches Rin Tohsaka and Bazett, dismissing their strength.
- Cú Chulainn appears and stabs Kirei, but he survives due to Black Mud.
- Medea intervenes, attacking Cú Chulainn to protect Kirei.
- Souichirou Kuzuki, an assassin from an organization, attacks Rin and Bazett.
- Zouken Matou appears, revealing the Lesser Grail's activation. Kirei kills Zouken using the Baptism Chant.
Character Developments
- Kirei Kotomine's immortality is revealed, making him even more formidable.
- Cú Chulainn's respect for Kirei diminishes due to his disgusting nature.
- Rin Tohsaka and Bazett are shocked by Kuzuki's true identity and his attack.
- Zouken Matou's true form is revealed, and he meets his end at Kirei's hands.
Significant Themes
- The power of the Black Mud and its implications for Kirei's immortality.
- The theme of betrayal and trust, as seen in Zouken's fate and Kirei's actions.
- The consequences of one's actions and the karmic retribution, as shown in Kirei's Baptism Chant.
Character Interactions
- Kirei dismisses Rin and Bazett's strength, showing his arrogance and disregard for them.
- Cú Chulainn and Kirei's interaction highlights Cú Chulainn's disgust towards Kirei's methods.
- Medea's intervention shows her loyalty to Kirei and her willingness to protect him.
- Kuzuki's attack on Rin and Bazett reveals his true nature and his skills as an assassin.
- Kirei's killing of Zouken demonstrates his ruthlessness and lack of remorse.