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Ch 8 Demonstration

"Are we going to really entertain that Nobleman, Fujimaru?" Naofumi asked, already in his armor. The Shielder looks at Ritsuka, placing on the red coat he wore before. "I mean do we really need to fight where stuck-up Nobles like that guy would just claim something else."

Ritsuka fixed his gloves, turning to his ally. "I get what you're saying but if we're going to invade Melromarc and defeat the Three Heroes Roundtable, we need the help of the Nobles to support us." The Magus explains to the Shielder.

Naofumi sighs, ready to face the Queen and her two other Warriors in this demonstration of strength. The black-haired Hero looks at Ritsuka, curious about who else is going to participate. "Say, Fujimaru, out of your Servants, who else is going to take part in this fight?"

"Hmm…Fairy Knight Lancelot and Berserker will take part." Ritsuka informed Naofumi,

"So those two then huh," Naofumi placed his hand on his chin. "Well, I do have a feeling that Saber and Rider people she has are going to be in this fight." He commented.

Ritsuka nodded, agreeing with Naofumi on that thought. "You might be right, Iwatani-"

Soon the doors opened in the room they were in. Raphtalia and Percival enter, seeing that their respective masters are ready. "Ritsuka-dono, Naofumi-sama, things are ready for the demonstration. Are you two done with your preparation?" Raphtalia asked the black-haired men before them.

"Yeah, you just came in when we were done putting our equipment on," Ritsuka said to the Demi-Human, adjusting the harness on his waist.

"Master, if I may, are you going to fight in the demonstration or are you on support?" Percival asked his master, seeing the Sword Morgan made for him for Battles in the Anomaly.

Ritsuka sighs, "As much I would like to help and fight, I know I'm more suited for a support role." The Magus stated, knowing that he stood no chance against Servants who is skilled with melee weapons. "I can at least give cover fire with my Magecraft and an extra boost for everyone."

Naofumi looks at his ally, knowing already his mere presence boosts him and the others a lot back in Melromarc. "Fujimaru's right, his strength lies in his…Magecraft, right? Anyways it's good to have some supporters in a fight."

"Speaking of the demonstration, what are the conditions to win?" Naofumi asked, looking at the two for the answers.

Percival crossed his arms, "Back when I was alive, during jousting matches the way to determine a winner is when either side gets the opponent off their horse." The Lancer explains what he assumes are the conditions to win. "In this case, it's better to go all out and show what we Chaldeans are capable of."

"So like a show of power," Raphtalia commented,

The grey-haired Knight shook his hand, "More or less; I believe that you should try to corner the Queen."

"So it's similar to a Grail Front, simple enough." Ritsuka nodded, understanding the conditions to win the demonstration.

"Grail Front?" Naofumi asked, unfamiliar with the term the Magus used.

Ritsuka smiles, raising his finger at the Shielder. "Ah, it's like a huge chess game but with Servants." He tried to explain what a Grail Front was in Naofumi's terms.

The black-haired Hero nodded, knowing what to expect in the fight they were about to go in. "Okay, I think I got the gist of it," Naofumi commented.

Soon a guard entered the waiting room, indicating that the Queen of Melromarc and the others were ready to proceed. "Lord Fujimaru, Sir Shield Hero, Her Majesty is ready for the demonstration." The Guard informed the group.

"Alright, let's go, everyone." Ritsuka smiles at the people around him.

Everyone followed the Guard whom he led back into the Ballroom where Mirellia was wearing a combat-ready dress, silver armor, a silver crown, and her hair tied back.

Next to her were Rider of Bermuda and Saber of the Heroes Parisian.

Morgan was there, with Fairy Knight Lancelot on the opposite side of the Queen. She turns around to her Husband and the Shield Hero coming from the back room.

"Your Majesty, master, and Sir Naofumi's here," Melusine informed the Lostbelt Queen.

Morgan closes her eyes, nodding to the strongest Knight of her Roundtable. "Indeed, Fairy Knight Lancelot. Due remember to hold back your strength, if we are to resolve this Anomaly we need the Heroes Partisan's assistance." She informed the petite Knight.

Melusine nodded, taking the Queen's orders to heart. "Yes, your Majesty."

Ritsuka steps forward, turning to Naofumi who was speaking to Raphtalia. "Good luck, Naofumi-sama. I'll be cheering you on with Filo and the others." Raphtalia spoke to the black-haired Hero.

"It's not going to be like a fatal battle Raphtalia," Naofumi said to his Sword, he then saw the worried expression on the Demi-Human's face. "But I appreciate your support, Raphtalia." He quickly mended what he said.

"Raphtalia! Lancer! Over here!" The Demi-Human heard Castoria's voice coming from the left side of the Ballroom.

Standing there was Castoria, Lancelot, Melty, Filo, Fou, Pavel, and Da Vinci ushering her to join them.

"We better join them, Lady." Percival smiles, heading towards the Chaldeans.

Raphtalia nodded, smiling at her master one last time. "Good luck, Naofumi-sama again." She paused then looked over to Ritsuka. "And you too, Ritsuka-dono." She said to the Magus from the Stars.

"Thanks, Raphtalia." Ritsuka chuckles, walking up with Naofumi to Morgan and Melusine.

"Greetings, Husband, Sir Naofumi, are you prepared for this fight?" The Lostbelt Queen asked the two men standing next to her.

Ritsuka smirks at his Servant, pulling his black gloves. "Yep, let's get this demo rolling."

"Aren't you a bit too optimistic about this?" Naofumi asked his ally next to him.

"Master likes to see things in a positive way," The remnant of Albion added, liking that part of her master.

"That's not what I-never mind." Naofumi shook his head before looking at their opponents. "So, what's the plan for this?" He asked the group.

Ritsuka looks at the people before them, a Caster, Rider, and a Saber. He placed his hand on his chin, figuring out the gameplay. "Iwatani, you handle the Saber. I don't think Fairy Knight Lancelot is a good match for him. Lancelot, the Rider seems to be a good matchup for you."

Melusine nodded to her master's plan. "Seems reasonable," The Fairy Knight looks over to the maroon-haired Rider, holding his Scythe on his shoulders. "Though I do sense a bit of Divinity within him. Regardless, I'll defeat the Rider of Bermuda."

"Then I'll take the Queen." Morgan turns around, facing her fellow Queen. " Morgan commented, holding her Staff firmly.

Naofumi sighs, standing before his opponent. "I don't have any issues with this. Alright Fujimaru, do your best to support us." The Pseudo-Servant spoke.

"You got it,"

Rider looks over to the Queen, "Seems like the Chaldeans are ready," The Servant informed the violet-haired Queen of their opponents.

"Yes, Rider. I can see that." Mirellia steps forward, looking at the Shield Hero and Magus from the Stars. "Am I to assume that both of you and your companions are ready to proceed?" She asked the Heroes Party.

"Yes, we are your Majesty," Ritsuka answers, eyeing the Lord who prompted this demonstration.

The Lord smirks, clearly not knowing the difference between Free Servants and Servants who made a contract with a master.

"Then…." Mirellia held out her hand, using her Magic to create an ice rapier to use. "We'll attack first!"

"Berserker!" Ritsuka shouted, sending a support spell at her.

(Insert Grand Battle (Morgan NP Theme) - Fate Grand Order ost)

Morgan dismisses her Staff and materializes her Sword. "HA!" She clashed Swords with Mirellia, starting off the battle.

"Now this is more like it!" The green-haired Saber grins, eager to fight a real fight. He dashed forward, raising both his blades to attack,

Naofumi retaliated, protecting Morgan from the Saber's attack. "Your opponent is me!" The Shielder announced.

Saber of the Heroes Partisan gave the widest grin at the Pseudo-Servant, "I'm going to be honest here, ever since I got Summoned here I've been looking for someone who can fight me." The green-haired Saber stated, "The only people I fought with my full strength are Lancer and now you."

Naofumi pushes back Saber's Katanas before activating his blade to strike. "Well, I do hope I won't disappoint, Saber!" The black-haired Hero stated.

"Try not to, Iwatani-san!" Saber blocked the strike before going in to attack.

Melusine rushed forward, punching Rider only for him to block the strike. "So I was right, you are a Divine Spirit, Rider." The Fairy Knight commented.

Rider of Bermuda smirks at the petite Knight, "Your master figured me out when we met, I'm surprised that you just figured it out." He commented.

"It was a hunch; I want to test out my theory." The Lancer commented, drawing out her Arondight blades. She dashed forward, spinning around like a torpedo at the Counter Force Servant.

Morgan vs Mirellia

"For a Caster Pseudo-Servant, you are skilled with a blade," Morgan commented, thrusting her black Sword at the Queen.

Mirellia blocks the attack, letting Morgan's blade slide through hers. "I was trained in combat before I became the host of the Phantom Spirit residing within me." The Caster commented, spinning around to strike at a different angle. "HA!" She thrust her rapier at the Lostbelt Queen.

Morgan closed her eyes and brought up her Sword to deflect it. "Even though you are a Caster, you fight fair." The Fairy Queen stated, "However, I want to see the power you receive from your Phantom Spirit." She commented.

Mirellia frowns, placing her Sword to the side. "Very well, if you want to see my power then I shall do it." The Pseudo-Servant stated opening her hands to the side.

The Lostbelt Queen held her Sword at the ready, waiting for what the Caster had in store.

"Now great Spirits of Winter, I call thee! Grant me your powers!" Mirellia held out her hands toward Morgan, releasing a powerful gust of Winter winds.

Morgan smiles, feeling the power from Caster's Spells. "Interesting, but I'm afraid I have many years in Magecraft and honed them to perfection." She dismisses her Sword, and materialized her Ax, "Behold the true power of a Queen,"

Mirellia saw Morgan slash through the air, creating blue-black waves out of nowhere. The waves hurl toward her, bypassing the cold Winds.

Mirellia breathed out a cold breath and raised her hand. An Ice wall formed upon her command, protecting her from Morgan's Spell.

"A quick response, and your ice sheet wall…it shows your sheer determination." The Berserker commented, dismissing her Ax, and resummoning her Sword. "A true Mage if I have ever seen one,"

"I humbly take your words as praise, Berserker." Mirellia let her Ice Wall crumble as she creates another Rapier. "Now, let's dance…"

Both Queens leap for each other, their blades interlocking as they show their strength to one another.

Melusine vs Rider

"AAAAHHH!" Melusine punched the Sycthe that Rider used to protect himself. She leaps back, seeing her attacks were deflected, "As expected of a Hero of your renown. No one can keep up with my repetitive strikes."

Rider smiles, spinning his Scythe, "The adventures I have went back to when I was alive, you learn a thing or two." The commented, being reminded of his past. "But your strikes have some extra punch, Are you sure you're not a Divine Spirit?"

Melusine smirks, taking the compliment. "I'm just a mere Lancer, even if I told you…" She released her two Arondights, rushing towards the Rider. "I wouldn't tell you either way,"

The maroon-haired Servant smirks, using his Sycthe to block the two Swords. He slides to the left, adjusting his weapon before slashing at the Fairy Knight.

"Lancer!" Ritsuka held out his hand to the Remnant of Albon, giving her some extra defense boost.

Melusine accepts the support, blocking the Divine Spirit's attacks. "Much appreciate it, master!" The Fairy Knight exclaims, launching herself at the maroon-haired Servant.

Rider dashed forward, using his Sycthe to grab hold of Melusine'sarm and drag her underneath.

However, the Dragon Fairy planted her heels onto the floor before she fell. "Heh," She smirks, dashing forward and pulling back her arm.

The maroon-haired Servant saw the Fairy Knight's attack, prompting him to use his Scythe as a shield from her punch.

The attack landed, causing the Counter Force Servant to slide down the floor to the other side. He looks at Melusine who was standing where he once stood. "Heh, I never had someone on par with me since the Age of Gods. I like it,"

Naofumi vs Saber

Naofumi was doing good considering his weapon is for defense attacks. His stance has changed since Saber of the Heroes Partisan made his first strike on him.

"Impressive, you held out this long even when I went for my strongest strike." The green-haired praises the Shielder's defensive skills.

The black-haired Hero gritted his teeth, holding out against Saber's repetitive strikes. "Well, from what I experienced, you gotta make do with what you got." Naofumi pushed back the Saber, calling forth his own blade to attack. "HA!"

Saber caught the blade with his two Katanas, he smirks at the Hero at what he did. "Nice, but I can read you like a book, Iwatani-san!" The Servant slashed the blade away, pushing the Pseudo-Servant back.

Naofumi stumbles back, holding his Shield tightly. "Iwatani!" The black-haired Pseudo-Servant looked behind him and felt a surge of energy through him.

Standing behind him was Ritsuka holding out his hand toward him. The Magus nodded, supporting him with his Magical Energy. "Thanks, Fujimaru!" Naofumi thanked the ally he made in this World.

"HA!" Naofumi slashed his blade at Saber, causing him to leap back.

"Nice! Very nice, that's what I like to see!" The green-haired Saber dashed forward, raising both his Katanas at Naofumi. He imbued them with his Magical Energy, giving off a green aura.

Naofumi saw the incoming attack and was prompted to bring his Shield forward. The Servant slashed down at the Shielder, causing a blinding flash upon impact.

Ritsuka observes the three Battles before him, giving some support whenever either of his Servants and Naofumi might need it.

Melusine was doing well for facing a Divine-Spirit Servant, Naofumi, considering that this is an official solo Battle against a Servant was doing great. As for Morgan against the Queen of Melromarc,

The Magus looks at the center of the Battle, seeing Morgan and Mirellia Battle…was something.

Morgan held her axe to the side, then slashed across, creating a wave of black Mana once more at the Pseudo-Servant.

"Heh," Mirellia smirks, raising her Rapier and thrusting at the wave, freezing it over. She then pulls out her Weapon, causing the ice to shatter.

"I had a feeling you might use that spell again," Mirellia commented, holding her Rapier to the side.

Morgan smiles softly, seeing the strength the Pseudo-Servant was showing. "I must confess, your power is impressive for a Human infused with a Phantom Spirit." The Lostbelt Queen stated. "But can it withstand my Magecraft?"

Mirellia watches as the Fairy Queen dismisses her Axe and raises her hand in the air.

A swirl of Magical Energy appeared above them.

Everyone stares up, sensing the Magical Energy forming above them. "W-What is that!?" A Nobleman asked, a bit terrified and in awe of the blue Spear coming out from the swirl.

"I-Is that the S-Spear of Light from the Myth!?" Another Noble asked, stunned by the sudden appearance of the blue Spear coming down from the ceiling.

"I-It c-can't be!" A Knight gasps, hearing about the Legends of the Hero of Light as a Child.

Everyone who have heard of the Legends was in awe of the falling Spear aimed at the Caster.

Melusine and Rider halted their attacks, seeing Morgan releasing her spell. Naofumi and Saber did so as well, moving back to their original places prior to the Battle.

"This is what a True Magecraft from the Age of Fairies is like," Morgan said coldly, staring at the Queen. She was curious if Mirellia Q. Melromarc has the resolve to despite having a Weapon of mass destruction falling upon her.

Ritsuka steps forward, seeing what the Lostbelt Queen was doing. "Berserker, call off your attack!" The Magus called out to his Servant, not wanting things to go this far. "This is too much for-"

Mirellia raised her hands, cold winds generated through her palms. "Winter Spirits, I call for your power! Grant me the power to defend myself!" She called out to the Spirits,

As a result, her hair turned slightly white as ice formed around the field. The ice barrier blocked the falling Rhyongomyniad, creating some cracks on the surface.

"Ngh…" Mirellia held on strong, using her might to deflect the Fairy Queen's Magecraft.

Off with the Chaldeans, Da Vinci was observing the Battle between the Heroes Partisans and their master's team. "Hmm, interesting seems like her Majesty is giving it her very all just to prove herself." The Caster stated,

"Her resolve is very strong, nothing I would expect from a Queen of a powerful Country," Lancelot commented, watching the Battle with everyone.

"But can she hold out against Berserker's Magecraft?" Percival asked,

Pavel looks over to Raphtalia, seeing the worried expression on his fellow Demi-Human's face. "Raphtalia? Why is everyone fighting?" The young Child asked her. "Aren't we on the same side?" He asked innocently.

Raphtalia looks down at the young Demi-Human Child, hearing his question. She smiles at Pavel, answering his question. "Pavel-kun, it's not what you think. Naofumi-sama and Ritsuka-dono are proving themselves to the nobles that they are capable of defeating the Three Heroes Roundtable." She explains to the grey-haired Boy.

"Fou," Fou commented, telling Pavel that it may look like a real Battle but a test of strength.

"Oh, okay." Pavel looks back at the Battle, where the others stood at the side while the Queen blocks the Rhyongomyniad.

Baobhan Sith chuckles, seeing the strain that the Lostbelt Queen was putting on the Queen of Melromarc.

Morgan saw what she needed to see from the Pseudo-Servant. She ceased her attack, releasing the strain she was putting on her.

Mirellia huffs, feeling the pressure lessen from Morgan's Spell. She looks at the Lostbelt Queen, seeing that she has stopped attacking along with everyone else.

"This Battle is over, do you agree, Queen Mirellia?" Morgan asked the now violet-haired Queen.

Saber of the Heroes Partisan looks at his Summoner, seeing she looks a bit tired. "Your Majesty, are you okay?" The green-haired Servant asked her.

"Yes, I'm fine Saber." Mirellia smiles at the Servant.

"Seems like everyone is now convinced that Naofumi-sama and Fujimaru-sama are capable of fulfilling the Prophecy and aiding in the retaking of Melromarc," Melty commented, seeing many of the Nobles around them were impressed by the display of power.

Filo looks over to the Second Princess of Melromarc. "So does this mean we're all friends now?" The Filoial asked her friend.

Baobhan Sith scoffs, hearing what the Filoial said. "Friends is not I would describe this union," The Fairy Princess stated,

"What do you call it then, Archer?" Castoria asked the red-haired Fairy.

"More of a collaboration with the same goal in mind, Bumpkin." Baobhan Sith stated, seeing that everyone here has different views when they eventually attack the Capital of Melromarc.

"It doesn't matter if everyone has a different agenda, all it matters is that we defeat the Three Heroes Roundtable and the Anomaly King," Barghest commented, seeing their ideals were relevant as of right now.

Castoria and Baobhan Sith agree with the Blackdog's statement. It doesn't matter what everyone's reason to fight is, as long as they have an army, they can complete Chaldea's mission to resolve this Anomaly.

Ritsuka huffs, exhausted from providing support and boosting Spells to Naofumi and his Servants. He took a deep breath and stood straight as everyone on the Battlefield gather around him.

"So, did we do it? Did we prove ourselves to the Nobles?" Naofumi asked the person who had experience with these sorts of things.

Melusine looked around, seeing many were impressed by their display of power and was able to keep up with the Servants Mirellia Summoned. "The Nobles who were watching are accepting the truth." She informed the group.

"Indeed, Fairy Knight Lancelot. Now that we have proven ourselves, we got new allies to fight against the Anomaly King." Morgan looks over to the Pseudo-Servant, who nodded back at her.

"Looks like the Queen is going to address her Subject," Ritsuka said, looking at the violet-haired Queen.

Everyone looks at the Queen of Melromarc as she was about to address the Nobles and Knights gathered in the room.

Mirellia looks around at the people watching their demonstration. "My people, my loyal Subject, what you have witnessed is the demonstration of what the Magus from the Stars and the Shield Hero combine can do." The Pseudo-Servant held her hands towards the two Heroes.

"The Prophecy will come true, and what you've seen today is proof that there is hope tomorrow!" Mirellia stated, her Charisma influenced the Nobles who were skeptical about them to stand with them. "We will retake Melromarc and defeat the evil that is plaguing our land!"

Everyone cheered, supporting both Naofumi and Ritsuka along with their allies to defeat the evil who will destroy their World.

Naofumi chuckles, causing Ritsuka to look at him. "What is it, Iwatani?" The Magus asked.

"I just realized our small Resistance is growing into quite an army." Naofumi looks at Ritsuka, "I wonder who else will join in our Resistance." The Shielder asked the Magus of Chaldea.

"You'd be surprised, Iwatani." Ritsuka smiles, turning his head to the window where the moon shines. 'Aniki, I'm coming back. And this time I will defeat you and I will save you. This I swear,' He grips his hand, anxious about how he will save his Brother Figure.

"As to commemorate this day, I Mirellia Q. Melromarc, hereby announce Ritsuka Fujimaru as Commander of the Heroes Partsians!" Mirellia announced to the Ballroom.

A dead silence rose within the Chaldean ranks, even Naofumi's Party shared in the silence before the crowd cheered, supporting the decision. "EEEEEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHH?"

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