2011年 秋アニメ
Fate/Zero
ufotable
ダークファンタジーバトル伝奇
2011年10月2日〜
Fate/Zero is a TV anime based on Gen Urobuchi's novel (TYPE-MOON), produced by ufotable and directed by Ei Aoki, first broadcast in October 2011. Set ten years before Fate/stay night, it depicts the brutal underside of the Fourth Holy Grail War, in which seven mages and their summoned heroic spirits, the 'Servants,' fight to the death over the all-powerful Holy Grail. Ruthless mercenary Kiritsugu Emiya, bonded with the Servant Saber alongside his wife Irisviel, is determined to win by any means necessary. The series unfolds as a serious, weighty ensemble drama, following Masters and Servants each fighting for their own convictions—from the idealistic conqueror-king Iskandar to the proud Tokiomi Tohsaka and the darkness-consumed Kariya Matou.
📝 Highlights
👥 Characters
💫 Foreshadowing & Quotes
❓ FAQ
🌟 Featured Comments
📝 Highlights & Appeal Light spoilers
01① A prequel to Fate/stay night, written by Gen Urobuchi
Based on Gen Urobuchi's novel depicting the Fourth Holy Grail War, a story untold in the original Fate/stay night visual novel.
02② Meticulous visuals directed by Ei Aoki at ufotable
From Servant battle scenes onward, ufotable's signature high-density animation and direction earn widespread acclaim.
03③ Protagonist Kiritsugu Emiya, who refuses no method for victory
Kiritsugu Emiya's willingness to make ruthless choices in pursuit of his ideal of world peace forms the central axis of the story.
04④ An ensemble drama of seven Master-Servant pairs
A weighty narrative woven from the clashing convictions of distinct Heroic Spirits like Saber, Rider, and Archer, and the Masters who summon them.
05⑤ The charisma of the idealistic conqueror-king Iskandar
The bold, deeply humane conqueror-king Iskandar and his mentorship of the unreliable young mage Waver rank among the show's most beloved relationships.
06⑥ A star-studded lineup of theme songs, including LiSA's 'oath sign'
Standout theme songs like the Season 1 OP 'oath sign' by LiSA and the Season 2 OP 'to the beginning' by Kalafina are another major highlight.
07⑦ A dark human drama behind the scenes of the Holy Grail War
Rather than simple good-versus-evil, the story delivers a mature, unflinching human drama where each character's sense of justice and desire collide.
08⑧ A shocking conclusion that ties directly into Fate/stay night
The story's conclusion directly ties into the setting and characters of the later Fate/stay night, making it essential viewing for the franchise.
💡 Key Points & Predictions Some spoilers
As the story progresses, the schemes of each Master and Servant intertwine in a web of shifting alliances and betrayals. The philosophical conflict between Kiritsugu and Saber over ideals, along with Iskandar's unconventional approach to the Grail War, become major focal points in the series' second half.
🧾 Story So Far Contains spoilers
The Fourth Holy Grail War begins as seven Master-Servant pairs converge on Fuyuki City. Kiritsugu Emiya forms a contract with Saber to pursue victory, but his willingness to use any means necessary to achieve his ideals creates growing friction between them. In parallel, the schemes of the Tohsaka and Matou families, along with Rider Iskandar and his Master Waver, weave together into an increasingly complex web of conflict.
✅ Recommended Viewing Points
A mature dark fantasy that goes far beyond simple battle-fantasy tropes, exploring the clash between human ideals and harsh reality. Recommended even for those who haven't seen Fate/stay night, as a way to discover the 'origin point' of the Holy Grail War.
👀 Trivia & Fun Facts
The series is based on a novel depicting the Fourth Holy Grail War, a story left untold in the original Fate/stay night visual novel, with a different writing staff from the main Fate/stay night anime. The heavyweight cast, led by Akio Otsuka as Iskandar, became a major topic for its powerful performances, and the series was given a commemorative rebroadcast on BS11 in January 2024.
Kiritsugu Emiya (CV: Rikiya Koyama)
Saber's Master, a ruthless killer of mages. Pursues his ideal of world peace by any means necessary, refusing to be bound by conventional morality.
Saber (CV: Ayako Kawasumi)
The Heroic Spirit contracted to Kiritsugu. Once strove to be an ideal king, but that pursuit left her burdened with deep loneliness.
Irisviel von Einzbern (CV: Sayaka Ōhara)
Kiritsugu's wife and a homunculus. Accompanies the war as Saber's catalyst and proxy Master, and loves Kiritsugu deeply.
Rider / Iskandar (CV: Akio Ōtsuka)
A Heroic Spirit known as the 'King of Conquerors.' Bold and deeply humane, he mentors his Master Waver like a disciple.
Waver Velvet (CV: Daisuke Namikawa)
A young, inexperienced mage who becomes Rider's Master. Undergoes major growth through his encounter with Iskandar.
Kirei Kotomine (CV: Jōji Nakata)
A priest serving as Tokiomi Tohsaka's supervisor. Harbors an inner emptiness that gradually reveals itself as one of the story's darkest threads.
Tokiomi Tohsaka (CV: Shō Hayami)
Archer's Master, a proud mage. As a member of the family overseeing the Grail War, he coolly assesses the shifting battle lines.
Rin Tohsaka (CV: Kana Ueda)
Tokiomi's young daughter. Appears here as a child, foreshadowing the character she becomes in the later Fate/stay night.
Kariya Matou (CV: Tarusuke Shingaki)
Berserker's Master. Fights while enduring the agonizing curse eating away at his body, all to save the daughter of the woman he once loved.
Lancer / Diarmuid (CV: Kōji Yusa)
A Heroic Spirit devoted to chivalry. Serves Tokiomi faithfully while holding fast to his own sense of honor until the very end.
💫 Unresolved Foreshadowing Contains spoilers
- Kiritsugu's personal definition of 'justice' and the ruthless choices from his past serve as foreshadowing for the entire series.
- Archer's true intentions and demeanor turn out to be deeply tied to the outcome of the Grail War.
- Kirei Kotomine's inner emptiness and twisted desires are crucial foreshadowing that connects directly to the events of Fate/stay night.
💌 Predicted Viral Quotes for Next Season
"I just... wanted to be an ally of justice." — A line symbolizing the gap between Kiritsugu's ideals and reality.
"Let me see for myself whether you have the makings of a king, or are merely human." — A line showcasing Iskandar's boldness and his sharp eye for a person's true nature.
"To all the Masters and Servants who could not become heroes." — A memorable phrase symbolizing the series' overarching theme.
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