Ep 22. Result of a Wish

Result of a Wish is the 22nd episode of Fate/stay night season 1. This episode continues to follow the complex trajectory of the Holy Grail War, and centers around Shirou Emiya and Saber. As they confront the dangerous and unpredictable assassin Caster, Shirou tries to befriend Archer in the hopes of gaining more support in the fight. Meanwhile, Saber deals with her own issues and must come to terms with her past choices.

The episode begins with Saber attempting to fight off Caster's magic spells, and being trapped by a powerful spell. Meanwhile, Shirou and Rin attempt to track down Caster, but are unsuccessful. It is then revealed that Caster has imprisoned Saber in her lair, and is planning to use her as a sacrifice to summon the Holy Grail. As Shirou and Rin try to come up with a plan to rescue Saber, they are confronted by the mysterious Archer.

Archer and Shirou engage in a lengthy conversation, where Archer reveals more about his past. He explains that he was once a hero who fought for justice, but became disillusioned by reality and lost faith in humanity. Shirou tries to convince Archer to join their side and help rescue Saber, but Archer refuses. However, he does leave Shirou with a cryptic warning, telling him that he must find his own path in life and not follow in others' footsteps.

As Shirou and Rin head back to their hideout to plan their next move, Saber continues to be trapped by Caster's spells. However, she is visited by Assassin, who tries to convince her to join Caster's side. Saber refuses, and the two engage in a battle. Despite initially being overpowered by Assassin's speed and agility, Saber is able to gain the upper hand and defeat him.

Meanwhile, Shirou and Rin encounter Caster's Master, Souichirou Kuzuki. After a brief confrontation, Shirou is able to defeat Kuzuki and rescue Saber. However, as they try to make their escape, they are confronted by Caster herself. Saber engages Caster in an intense battle, while Shirou and Rin try to escape with the injured Kuzuki.

The battle between Saber and Caster is one of the most intense and visually stunning scenes in the entire series. The two warriors clash with incredible speed and power, as their weapons slash through the air around them. However, in the end, Saber is able to emerge victorious and defeat Caster.

The episode ends with Shirou and Rin returning to their hideout with Saber. They are joined by Archer, who reveals that he has changed his mind and decided to join their side after all. As the three warriors prepare for the next stage of the Holy Grail War, they are left to wonder what challenges lie ahead. Will they be able to defeat their enemies and claim the Holy Grail for themselves? Only time will tell.

Overall, Result of a Wish is an incredibly intense and action-packed episode that leaves viewers on the edge of their seats. The battle scenes are incredibly well choreographed and visually stunning, while the dialogue between the characters is engaging and thought-provoking. This episode serves as a great example of the complex and multi-layered storytelling that makes Fate/stay night such a beloved anime series.