Ep 12. Unlimited Blade Works: Infinite Creation of Swords

Shirou and Archer continue their intense battle, as both of them refuse to back down. Archer is determined to kill Shirou in order to prevent him from continuing on his path towards becoming a hero who will inevitably meet a tragic end, but Shirou refuses to give up on his ideals. As the battle rages on, it becomes increasingly clear that Shirou is at a distinct disadvantage - Archer's experience and precision are simply too great for him to match.

However, just as it seems that all hope is lost, Shirou begins to have flashbacks of his time spent with Saber and Rin. These memories of their unwavering support and belief in him give Shirou the strength to push forward, and he manages to come up with a new strategy to turn the tide of the battle in his favor. With an incredible burst of power, Shirou unleashes an attack that catches Archer off guard, allowing him to land a critical blow. But even as Archer lies on the ground, defeated, Shirou is forced to confront the harsh truth that he may never be able to escape his fate as a hero.

Meanwhile, Rin is still dealing with the aftermath of Caster's attack on their home. In the midst of the chaos, she is approached by Kirei, who offers to help her in exchange for the Holy Grail. Rin is initially suspicious of Kirei's motives, but she eventually realizes that he genuinely wants to assist her. Together, they work to heal Shirou and prepare for the final battle against Gilgamesh.

As the day of the final battle arrives, Rin, Shirou, and Archer make their way to the battleground, determined to protect their world from the destructive power of the Holy Grail. Along the way, they encounter a number of foes who are determined to stop them, but they manage to overcome each one with their sheer determination and strength.

Finally, they arrive at the entrance to the Holy Grail, where they are confronted by Gilgamesh himself. The battle that follows is one of the most epic and intense of the entire series, as Rin, Shirou, and Archer struggle to hold their own against the seemingly invincible king. But even as the battle rages on, they remain steadfast in their determination to protect their world from destruction.

In the end, it all comes down to a final, climactic showdown between Shirou and Gilgamesh. The fate of the world hangs in the balance as the two warriors engage in an intense, high-stakes battle that will determine the future of their world. But even as the battle reaches its ultimate conclusion, Shirou can't help but wonder if he will ever truly be able to escape his inexorable fate as a hero.