on the new Fate/Stay Night anime by ufotable

[knight_king]

You seem unsatisfied with the contents divulged so far. Why are you so anxious about learning more details about this project? Honestly, it is unwise to be impatient when all your doubts will be answered a handful of months from now.

Hm. Though, I must say it is frankly disheartening to be aware that out all the paths you wish for this new story to take, you have always preferred the one I am forced to endure unsightly levels of corruption. [Sorry, Saber, but HF is still your mun's favorite route. Saber sighs.]

Even so, it gladdens me to know that -no matter what my conclusion will be- my Master shall carry on happily with the path he has chosen.

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[kinglivius]

I wouldn't have asked otherwise. Don't patronize me through hesitation.

Hm. How odd. I can't imagine what that must be like.

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[knight_king]

As you wish...

[knight_king]

During the course of the Fifth Grail War, according to my mundane, I would be attacked by Assassin. While I engaged in a battle with him, a Shadow would devour me from underneath. The Shadow would provide me a physical incarnation made of the filth that false Grail contains. That mud is All Evils of the World which would warp my soul and my alignment. I would be turned into this spiteful wretch who has sworn to protect that taint as a source fallen knight.

In the end, if everything transpires as it should be, Rider and Shirou would be able to defeat me and put me out of misery. A fate I must have been seeking unconsciously. Does that answer your question, Livius?

[kinglivius]

( Give him a minute to process all this. He had a feeling it was going to be somber, but. . . )

Yes. I believe that will do.

[knight_king]

That was one of my possible outcomes. I will reiterate what I said earlier, I do not come from that path. I destroyed that mud with Excalibur on Rin's command.

[kinglivius]

It's a good thing multiple paths exist for you then. Not because of what happens in the worst, but because it isn't the only available end. ( He likes you better this way, Arturia. )

[knight_king]

Livius, you are aware that what happens in a path does not affect the other. I would not know under normal circumstances because I do not posses the ability to travel between dimensions. Our presence here somewhat opens a new path.

[kinglivius]

Yes, I understand. I also consider myself fortunate that I know you as the Arturia are now.

[knight_king]

I understand. I can say that I am glad that we met, though I would be happier if you were able to return to your kingdom.

[kinglivius]

Of course that would be preferred, but if I am to have any company at all while in this strange place, I consider you an excellent choice.

[knight_king]

I understand. Though, there are others who might prove to be more pleasant company than I. Have you met Irisviel yet?

[kinglivius]

No, I haven't. Is she an acquaintance of yours?

[knight_king]

She was my first Master's wife. A truly wonderful lady. If you desire, I could make the introductions.

[kinglivius]

Hm. ( Livius has to think about this for a moment; he's a naturally cynical person, especially when in the presence of strangers, but — he can trust in Arturia's judgment. ) I see no harm in it.

[knight_king]

Very well. Once we finish speaking of this subject, I will proceed.

[kinglivius]

Is there anything about her that I should know in particular?

[knight_king]

Nothing in particular, be polite and courteous. She is very dear to me.

[kinglivius]

You say that as if I don't know how to be. ( It's his level of flattery that you should worry about, if anything. )

[knight_king]

Do not exaggerate it either. I have started, if you wish to join us.