Episode 3: Opening Act

Confused after summoning the elegant warrior Saber who chooses him as her Master, Shirou is immediately thrust into a clash against Lancer. Although Lancer eventually departs and Saber briefly targets Rin and her servant, Shirou successfully commands Saber to stop fighting. Through these chaotic events, Shirou discovers the truth about the Holy Grail War he has accidentally entered.

Aired Jan 20, 2006