Clad in a blue Ceramite and Adamantium armour, the Space Marine stood there, his modified Psykic hood shielding him from the probing of the mages present. Despite their burning curiosity, they adhered to keeping their silence, feeling an ominous atmosphere coming from the wielder.
No one knew who he was, except one...
Standing in front of Artoria was none other than the very hero who had saved them all, from the damnation that was known as Angra Mainyu. Using powers unknown, he stopped the rampage of the 'World's Evil', saving the city of Fuyuki.
But how and what he saw there, to this, they'll never know...
Gulping in awe, Artoria dropped the Sword into the ground, her voice quivering at his sheer presence, his atmosphere snuffing out any thoughts of rebellion against the great hero.
"Great Sire, what makes your presence here?"
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Turning his head at the unexpected question, it took Shinji exactly 10 ms to realise who was talking to him. Raising an eye inside his helmet, Shinji asked her what brought her here. "So, it's the King of Knights. Why have you decided to rejoin the Holy Grail War? Have I not told you that it's impossible to change the fall of Ancient Britain? This is one of the key nodes in time, for without the fall of Camelot, humanity cannot end the Age of Gods, leaving them unable to walk on the Path of Enlightenment. Hate me all you want, but whether it be Alaya or me, we'll both stop you to ensure humanity can go the path they're meant to go through, without any interference from the past. As someone had once said, 'Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, and today, today is a gift. That is why it's called Present...'. Do not let the loss of the past cloud your judgement, King of Knights, learn from your mistakes, and let the people of the present sort their own messes..."
Unable to bear this, Artoria tried protesting. "B-but what about the people!? I saw them get killed, get butchered, in front of my very eyes! Tell me, Angel of the Emperor, tell me if what I want is wronga"
Seeing her angered, Shinji knew at this point that she already knew what he said was right, but her inability to accept it made her stubborn, to push through her way through the Holy Grail War. Seeing that it would be pointless to continue talking with her, Shinji turned around, wanting to see what happened to their 'friendly neighbourhood' Lancer. At this moment of inattention, a loud cry burst forth:
"GAE BOLG!"
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Seeing the giant of a warrior dropping his guard filled Cu Chulainn with glee. First rule of battle – Never let your guard down!
Knowing that any other softer strikes would cause no form of wound across the giant's chest, he decided to resort to his Noble Phantasm. When his attention was at his lowest, that's when he'll say goodbye...
Say sayonara, bitch!
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WHAT THE FUCK IS THIS!!!
Gawking mid-air, the hound of Ireland could not believe the sight in front of him. The giant halo in his back (which he initially thought was just a fancy ornament) suddenly ignited in a blazing ball of light. What happened next made him crap his pants.
Gae Bolg got stopped by the force field emitted by the giant iron wreath-ring
Meanwhile, the peanut gallery also had their mouths dropping, unable to believe that something exists that can stop a full-fledged attack from a Noble Phantasm (even if it may be a weak one).
Only Artoria stood calm, hands clenching tightly. She knew a long time ago, back when she and the maddened Lancelot attacked him, that it could tank energy attacks with great ease.
It even took in the complete attack of Excalibur, with all 13 seals unleashed!
Seeing that he had failed, Cu Chulainnn attempted to retreat, knowing it was dangerous for him to stick around. But it was too late...
Without missing a single beat, Shinji grabbed hold of the poor streaker's leg and began thrashing him on the ground, just like a ragdoll. Just when he was about to snap Cu Chulainn's bloody neck, he stopped. "You're lucky. Go and lick your wounds back at your Master's. I believe the Church has already sensed the tumultuous changes for this Holy Grail War. I expect them to explain everything to you..."
Just as he was about to leave, Shinji stopped in his tracks. "Oh, and one more thing: I will take a few spots for this War..."
Igniting his jump pack, Shinji leapt into the sky, disappearing from their view...
Wiping her head, Ilya realised that they had cut very close with death. "Well everyone, I suppose it's time for everyone to–"
"ILYASVIEL VON EINZBERN, GET YOUR ASS HERE!"
The young girl realised her attempts to dodge the situation had failed. Gulping, she turned towards the furious Shirou, who stood to the side with a (how did he even get it!?) thick, solid, steel ladle.
Eeep! I'm so screwed!