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justinstrife · 2006-03-05, 01:14

his episode wasn't perfect, but I bumped my rating of 8 that I was going to give after watching the RAW, to an Excellent 9 after watching the sub. Finally Shirou's going to get swordsmanship lessons. Who better to learn, than from Saber? She's gonna kick his ass bad for days to come.

+1 for Shirou's perception skills. Not only does he sense Saber doing her thing even though their connection is weak, but he also caught a glimpse of Lancer(though he couldn't recognize him) who was dashing away in the shadows. Shirou has some seriously high perception rolls or a knack for noticing things he shouldn't.

Can't wait to see what's in store for us next episode.

KiNA · 2006-03-05, 01:25

^ I think you probably cant wait for "that" scene

pokemon123 · 2006-03-05, 01:32

Me too!!! ^_^

I want to watch "that" scene!!!

Wait for it I cannot!!!

demon_god04 · 2006-03-05, 01:33

who isn't?

monster · 2006-03-05, 01:38

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Originally Posted by demon_god04

who isn't?

Well, me. I do not want Fate/stay night to turn into Amaenaideyo. Fan service here and there is ok. Just don't make it excessive and pointless.

deathgod1989 · 2006-03-05, 02:39

excellent episode!! i love it

evil-samurai · 2006-03-05, 03:17

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Originally Posted by [DOT].L

You meant "Rider", right? Because this is Riker. I'm not sure if those were unintentional spelling errors cuz it happened twice so...

It was unintentional, my bad ^^;; for some reason I seem to do that alot, last time I posted about ep.8 I was typing out Riker's name instead of Rider

KiNA · 2006-03-05, 04:27

Biased rating.. A 9 for me

Georgios · 2006-03-05, 05:06

10 for me.. xD
next episode.. Illya =O....

Eclipze · 2006-03-05, 05:44

So basically, if I take Caster's master as X, then:
X is Caster's master
Caster is Assasin's master

Hence Caster is both a master and servant, while Assasin might not nessasarily be X's servant as well?

And basically, there is 2 ways to explain why the situation exists:
1) Assasin's master is no more(died, got killed, used up command mantras), and he became Caster's servant.
2) After X summoned Caster, she (Caster) summoned Assasin. (which would seem kinda weird.

)

Correct?

KiNA · 2006-03-05, 05:58

^ the 2nd scenario is correct

...

You think this is weird ... you havent seen the weirdest explaination yet

Like a certain servant's true identity =x

MakubeX2 · 2006-03-05, 06:22

Basically there's a lack of qualified Magus in the Grail War this time round.

The basic rule state that there must be 7 Servants in order for the Grail War to commence. Since the Caster class is also a Magus in itself, hence the Caster-Assasin relation shown. But there's a drawback to a Servant summoning another Servant.

Knavinusa · 2006-03-05, 07:31

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Originally Posted by Kira_Naruto

^ I think you probably cant wait for "that" scene

That scene looks like it'll be hilarious.

***Pellissier*** · 2006-03-05, 07:55

Great episode, well done in almost every of its parts. A delightufl set of fighting scenes, along with really interesting speechs, animation at its highest levels since the beginning. And finally, this time I'm not disappointed by anyone's behaviour. Saber reckless? But that's due to her proud nature. Shirou severe? But that's due to his generous nature. I don't see anything wrong in someone being himself/herself.

Assassin is a wonderful new character indeed, not only he's well skilled in fighting, he's also quite wise and accurate in talking.
Rider isn't so bad as I originally thought (she follows her master's instructions without hesitations, after all). It's a shame that her eyes are always covered, although after having read about her true identity (through the spoilers..) I realize this can't be helped.
As for Caster, I agree with who said she's too cute to stay always such covered. Hope she will show at least her face, next time.

Speaking of showing... Saber's scene in episode 10... booked

9/10 to this episode by the way

Shiroth · 2006-03-05, 08:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kira_Naruto

You think this is weird ... you havent seen the weirdest explaination yet

Like a certain servant's true identity =x

Spoiler:

andiyar · 2006-03-05, 08:21

I gave this episode an eight instead of my intended nine, after the second watch through... because of the pace. Yes, Assassin is cool the fight scene was cool, the chat with Rin was fun, etc. But the actual pacing of the Fight Scene™ was too jerky, Saber's LightShow® was too extended... basically, the middle of the episode wasn't as smooth as it should have been. If it had been executed a bit smoother, this ep would have gotten a nine.

Hell, this episode would have gotten a ten out of me (first time for f/sn) apart from the lack of Rin. Yes, she was there, but insufficiently for a bonus point!

Looking foward to episode 10.

-Andiyar

Paracelsus · 2006-03-05, 09:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by andiyar

I gave this episode an eight instead of my intended nine, after the second watch through... because of the pace. Yes, Assassin is cool the fight scene was cool, the chat with Rin was fun, etc. But the actual pacing of the Fight Scene™ was too jerky, Saber's LightShow® was too extended... basically, the middle of the episode wasn't as smooth as it should have been. If it had been executed a bit smoother, this ep would have gotten a nine.

Hell, this episode would have gotten a ten out of me (first time for f/sn) apart from the lack of Rin. Yes, she was there, but insufficiently for a bonus point!

Looking foward to episode 10.

-Andiyar

I simply think they're saving the real gore for later >.>;;;

However this episode was 1337. 10/10

JanthraX^ · 2006-03-05, 09:42

The fighting scene between assasin and saber was just great, i found it really smooth and flowing especially assasin's moves, and his noble phantasam looks great the blurring of the swords,
Rider was great to ,very agile, caster didnt do much, looks like she has an upgraded version of Rin's Laser finger, =D
The fight scenes where not dragged out and contrived, good length with good movements,

Looks like we where given a bit of depth into the way Shirou thinks, and i like this idea of some of the epsiode been given to explaintion, the game has such a thick and involving storyline (as i have heard from many people that play the game) that the anime will have a tough time getting it across.

The BGM music was great too, perfect and did we hear a new BGM track?

I gave this episode a 10!

We see more archer next week, the pr0 class is back! =D
naked saber
AND Ilya being all nice yet evil
I hope Issei gets thrown into the mix too, great guy!

Eclipze · 2006-03-05, 10:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by MakubeX2

Basically there's a lack of qualified Magus in the Grail War this time round.

The basic rule state that there must be 7 Servants in order for the Grail War to commence. Since the Caster class is also a Magus in itself, hence the Caster-Assasin relation shown. But there's a drawback to a Servant summoning another Servant.

What is a "Magus"? A servant who can summon servant? or just a person who can summon servants?

Of course, if its a game spoiler, pm me.

justinstrife · 2006-03-05, 11:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by monstert

Well, me. I do not want Fate/stay night to turn into Amaenaideyo. Fan service here and there is ok. Just don't make it excessive and pointless.

Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa. There's no way this show will have any amount of fan service to compare to the likes of Amaenaideyo. Not even in the ballpark. Whatever little fan service it'll have, is nothing compared to say 90% of anime out there. It'll have a little bit here and there, but it is toned down considerably compared to most shows. It won't be excessive and it won't really be pointless. Look at how little we've really gotten in the past 9 episodes?

View Poll Results: Fate/stay Night Episode 9 Rating
Perfect 10	29	21.80%
9 out of 10 : Excellent	37	27.82%
8 out of 10 : Very Good	44	33.08%
7 out of 10 : Good	13	9.77%
6 out of 10 : Average	8	6.02%
5 out of 10 : Below Average	0	0%
4 out of 10 : Poor	0	0%
3 out of 10 : Bad	0	0%
2 out of 10 : Very Bad	0	0%
1 out of 10 : Painful	2	1.50%
Voters: 133. You may not vote on this poll

2006-03-05, 01:14	Link #81
justinstrife Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Galt's Gulch Age: 44	his episode wasn't perfect, but I bumped my rating of 8 that I was going to give after watching the RAW, to an Excellent 9 after watching the sub. Finally Shirou's going to get swordsmanship lessons. Who better to learn, than from Saber? She's gonna kick his ass bad for days to come. +1 for Shirou's perception skills. Not only does he sense Saber doing her thing even though their connection is weak, but he also caught a glimpse of Lancer(though he couldn't recognize him) who was dashing away in the shadows. Shirou has some seriously high perception rolls or a knack for noticing things he shouldn't. Can't wait to see what's in store for us next episode. __________________

2006-03-05, 07:55	Link #94
*Pellissier* ♪~ Daydreaming ~♪ Graphic Designer Administrator Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Italy	Great episode, well done in almost every of its parts. A delightufl set of fighting scenes, along with really interesting speechs, animation at its highest levels since the beginning. And finally, this time I'm not disappointed by anyone's behaviour. Saber reckless? But that's due to her proud nature. Shirou severe? But that's due to his generous nature. I don't see anything wrong in someone being himself/herself. Assassin is a wonderful new character indeed, not only he's well skilled in fighting, he's also quite wise and accurate in talking. Rider isn't so bad as I originally thought (she follows her master's instructions without hesitations, after all). It's a shame that her eyes are always covered, although after having read about her true identity (through the spoilers..) I realize this can't be helped. As for Caster, I agree with who said she's too cute to stay always such covered. Hope she will show at least her face, next time. Speaking of showing... Saber's scene in episode 10... booked 9/10 to this episode by the way __________________

2006-03-05, 08:21	Link #96
andiyar wingéd prettygirl Author Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Wollongong, NSW, Australia Age: 40	I gave this episode an eight instead of my intended nine, after the second watch through... because of the pace. Yes, Assassin is cool the fight scene was cool, the chat with Rin was fun, etc. But the actual pacing of the Fight Scene™ was too jerky, Saber's LightShow® was too extended... basically, the middle of the episode wasn't as smooth as it should have been. If it had been executed a bit smoother, this ep would have gotten a nine. Hell, this episode would have gotten a ten out of me (first time for f/sn) apart from the lack of Rin. Yes, she was there, but insufficiently for a bonus point! Looking foward to episode 10. -Andiyar __________________ "Any good that I may do here, let me do now, for I may not pass this way again"

2006-03-05, 01:32	Link #83
pokemon123 Puri puri puri puri..BANG Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Singapore	Me too!!! ^_^ I want to watch "that" scene!!! Wait for it I cannot!!!

2006-03-05, 01:33	Link #84
demon_god04 ~Hi -mi- tsu des~ Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Canada Age: 38	who isn't?

2006-03-05, 02:39	Link #86
deathgod1989 Member Join Date: Jan 2006	excellent episode!! i love it

2006-03-05, 05:06	Link #89
Georgios Illya =O... Join Date: Mar 2006 Age: 38	10 for me.. xD next episode.. Illya =O....

2006-03-05, 05:44	Link #90
Eclipze Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Singapore	So basically, if I take Caster's master as X, then: X is Caster's master Caster is Assasin's master Hence Caster is both a master and servant, while Assasin might not nessasarily be X's servant as well? And basically, there is 2 ways to explain why the situation exists: 1) Assasin's master is no more(died, got killed, used up command mantras), and he became Caster's servant. 2) After X summoned Caster, she (Caster) summoned Assasin. (which would seem kinda weird. ) Correct?

2006-03-05, 06:22	Link #92
MakubeX2 うるとらぺど Join Date: Oct 2004 Age: 44	Basically there's a lack of qualified Magus in the Grail War this time round. The basic rule state that there must be 7 Servants in order for the Grail War to commence. Since the Caster class is also a Magus in itself, hence the Caster-Assasin relation shown. But there's a drawback to a Servant summoning another Servant.

2006-03-05, 09:42	Link #98
JanthraX^ Ace Archer Join Date: Jan 2006 Age: 36	The fighting scene between assasin and saber was just great, i found it really smooth and flowing especially assasin's moves, and his noble phantasam looks great the blurring of the swords, Rider was great to ,very agile, caster didnt do much, looks like she has an upgraded version of Rin's Laser finger, =D The fight scenes where not dragged out and contrived, good length with good movements, Looks like we where given a bit of depth into the way Shirou thinks, and i like this idea of some of the epsiode been given to explaintion, the game has such a thick and involving storyline (as i have heard from many people that play the game) that the anime will have a tough time getting it across. The BGM music was great too, perfect and did we hear a new BGM track? I gave this episode a 10! We see more archer next week, the pr0 class is back! =D naked saber AND Ilya being all nice yet evil I hope Issei gets thrown into the mix too, great guy!