Fate/Apocrypha Season 1 Episode 1 Apocrypha: The Great Holy Grail War

In the first episode of Fate/Apocrypha, titled "Apocrypha: The Great Holy Grail War," the stage is set for an epic battle between two factions vying for control of the Holy Grail. The story takes place in an alternate universe where the Holy Grail, a powerful artifact capable of granting wishes, was stolen from the city of Fuyuki in the 1990s by a mage named Darnic Prestone Yggdmillennia. He intends to use the Grail to revive his long-dead clan and gain dominance over the Mage's Association.

The story starts with a brief history of the Holy Grail War, a battle between mages and their summoned heroic spirits (known as Servants) for control of the Grail. In this new universe, the war has been revived after nearly a decade of absence. The Mage's Association is eager to regain control of the stolen Grail, and they send their top enforcer, Shirou Kotomine, to retrieve it. He is a member of the Church and a magus under the command of the Association, known for his ruthless and cunning personality.

Meanwhile, the Yggdmillennia clan prepares for the upcoming war, and they summon their own Servants to fight for them. Their plan is to take the Grail and use it to fulfill their own wishes, including the resurrection of their clan members. One of the Servants summoned by the Yggdmillennia is a young man named Sieg, a blacksmith who possesses a mysterious power that allows him to transform into a dragon.

As the two factions prepare for war, tensions rise and battle lines are drawn. The episode introduces us to several of the key players on each side, including the blue-haired Saber of the Yggdmillennia side, known as Mordred, who is revealed to be the illegitimate child of King Arthur. On the opposing side, we meet the red-haired Saber, known as Siegfriend, who is a legendary dragon slayer.

The episode ends with the announcement of the start of the Great Holy Grail War and a spectacular battle between the two Sabers. The stage is set for a thrilling and epic battle between the two factions, with the fate of the world hanging in the balance.

Overall, the first episode of Fate/Apocrypha sets the stage for an intense and action-packed story. With its alternate universe setting, complex characters, and stunning animation, it is sure to be a treat for fans of the Fate series and newcomers alike.