Gilgamesh
What's Worthy
Gilgamesh:
So this is the fate of the Greater Grail?
—Hmph. A terrible end.
Gilgamesh:
Based on what I know, if everything had gone the way they should, the ceremony could have accomplished something.
Mash:
...Um.
Gilgamesh, do you know about the Greater Grail?
Gilgamesh:
—
Mash:
S-Sorry...
It was impudent of me to even speak, wasn't it...
Gilgamesh:
Fear not. You must be the Demi-Servant. Then I shall allow it. However, refer me as your King from now on.
Mash:
S-Sure!
T-T-Then from now on, I'll call you by King of Heroes!
Dr. Roman:
Oh my. The scary King of the Uruks has taken a liking to our Mash.
Dr. Roman:
Think he's got his reasons?
Gilgamesh:
Mage. No, I see that you refer to yourself as a Doctor,
then Physician is what I shall call you.
Gilgamesh:
Physician from the future.
What are you people, this Chaldea?
Gilgamesh:
I speak not only of the Demi-Servant.
The young one there is far too inexperienced.
Gilgamesh:
An incomplete warrior and a barely competent Master.
Gilgamesh:
Do you truly believe a pairing like that can secure the future of humanity?
Dr. Roman:
That's harsh. It was a tough decision for me, too.
Right, Fujimaru?
Fujimaru 1:
There are no other Masters.
Fujimaru 2:
I must fight even if I'm not competent.
Mash:
Senp... no, Master is right.
I understand that you disapprove of us.
Mash:
But there's no one else left at Chaldea who can fight.
Mash:
We have no choice but to mature through this battle, O King of Heroes.
Gilgamesh:
So you fight because you must... If you put it that way,
then I can't question such determination any further.
Gilgamesh:
Humans are creatures that only develop their talents for the sake of the benefits they gain.
Gilgamesh:
Fujimaru. Mash. Ascertain to the utmost what your benefits are in this battle.
Gilgamesh:
But first, you must guarantee my benefits.
Otherwise, we will be enemies.
Mash:
E-Enemy!? S-S-Senpai, what do you think benefits the King of Heroes?
Mash:
Treasure? It's treasure, isn't it?
But we don't have any treasure that could satisfy him!
Fujimaru 1:
Yeah, more like we want treasure!
Fujimaru 2:
Help us, Doctor!
Gilgamesh:
Don't lose your composure. I expect no treasure from you. What I seek from you is, THAT.
Monster:
FUUUUuuuuuuu—
Mash:
Shadow Servants!
We're surrounded, Master!
Gilgamesh:
The souls of the dead came at my call. Fujimaru. I shall use them to test your worth.
Gilgamesh:
I expect victory, though it need not be overwhelming.
I seek an entertaining victory.
Dr. Roman:
Oh, he just wants to test his Master.
No need to hold back, then.
Dr. Roman:
Fujimaru, Mash! Show that King what you can do!
Dr. Roman:
Of course, don't forget to also give the King of Heroes your orders. You are his Master right now, after all.
Fujimaru 1:
S-Sure!
Fujimaru 2:
Of course, lots of orders!
Gilgamesh:
That Physician always seeks the last word. It must be hard having him as your boss, Fujimaru.
Gilgamesh:
But, he speaks the truth. No matter how inexperienced,
you are the [♂ man /♀️ woman} I contracted with.
Gilgamesh:
Fear me, respect me,
and fulfill your duty as the one who contracted with me!
--BATTLE--:
Gilgamesh:
I suppose that will do. How does it feel to survive what could have been a Holy Grail War?
Fujimaru 1:
That was a Holy Grail War?
Fujimaru 2:
That was really something...
Gilgamesh:
Excellent. I was slightly entertained.
Your struggles were quite an enjoyment.
Gilgamesh:
Know that this is what benefits me.
For now, at least.
Dr. Roman:
Hmm... so the King of Heroes dislikes humans?
Dr. Roman:
Fujimaru is one thing, but you're saying humanity isn't worth protecting?
Gilgamesh:
Are you a fool? There is no like or dislike.
Humans simply have no value.
Mash:
Huh?
Gilgamesh:
All of you, remember this. Humans have no value.
Their creations, however, are worth something.
Gilgamesh:
I love one thing: results.
Think well on this, and never forget it.
Dr. Roman:
...I see. So that's the kind of king he is.
This Servant's going to be a handful.
Dr. Roman:
But he's certainly powerful.
You can count on him to the end.
Dr. Roman:
Although it'll be tough, so good luck, Fujimaru.
I'm trusting you to take care of the King of Heroes.
Fujimaru 1:
O-Okay...
Fujimaru 2:
I'm not sure if I can do it...
Mash:
G-Good luck, Senpai!
I'm not much, but I have your back!
Fou:
Fou, fou.
Law of Creation
Gilgamesh:
—
Mash:
(The King... He seems angry and irritated...
He's in the worst mood possible, Senpai!)
Fou:
Kyu... Kuu, fouuuuu...
Dr. Roman:
(First the Massive Cavern, now Angrboda...
Maybe he has some attachment towards the Grail?)
Fujimaru 1:
...Maybe it's just a whim?
Fujimaru 2:
...Maybe he likes to feel like a Last Boss?
Gilgamesh:
I can hear you, Chaldea trio. Your imprudence and optimism can even feel refreshing.
Gilgamesh:
I am not observing the remains of the Greater Grail, but rather the disposition of the one who made it.
Mash:
The one who made the Greater Grail...
Mash:
Back in Angrboda, it was “M”... a mage named Makiri Zolgen. Do you mean him?
Gilgamesh:
Fool. The likes of Makiri cannot create cauldrons of magic. This is— No, I shall remain silent for now.
Gilgamesh:
All the clairvoyants other than myself are keeping their mouths shut.
Gilgamesh:
If I say anything here, all their efforts will be for naught, yes?
Dr. Roman:
Wow! Who knew the King of Heroes was capable of showing consideration for other people!?
Dr. Roman:
...Hmmmm. However, who do you mean by the other “clairvoyants”?
Gilgamesh:
—Perhaps the most famous would be him, that half-incubus mage...
Gilgamesh:
Merlin, the Mage of Flowers. If what I have heard about his powers is true, he could also see the obsession burned into this Greater Grail.
Mash:
...Obsession? You mean there's a curse placed on this Magical Reactor Core?
Gilgamesh:
Indeed. As proof, look. The souls of those who have failed to die have gathered.
Mash:
Master, look out!
I've detected hostiles from within the fog!
Dr. Roman:
Looks like the ghosts that were seared onto this land.
Fujimaru, you should be able to handle them now.
Dr. Roman:
You're in the presence of the King of Heroes.
You have my permission to go crazy to impress him!
--BATTLE--:
Gilgamesh:
The dead never learn. They're like moths to a flame—Hmm?
Dr. Roman:
Be careful! I'm picking up a large amount of magical energy! Is the core still active!?
Dr. Roman:
I'm seeing an A-Rank Servant heading for you!
Fujimaru, Mash, be careful!
Gilgamesh:
I see it's not only humans that retain their attachment to the world of the living even in death.
Gilgamesh:
These are the remnants of a dream. The dying screams of those who dreamed of progress and a brighter world.
Gilgamesh:
Very well. You are worthy of my judgment.
Fujimaru, prepare yourself.
Gilgamesh:
Just like the physician said, if you can defeat him, I'll give you a reward.
--BATTLE--:
Gilgamesh:
So you defeated it. After fighting it, I found it to be nothing more than a boring monster.
Gilgamesh:
Hatred cannot dwell in a silent machine. That was the obsession of the fool who made the Greater Grail.
Dr. Roman:
O King of Heroes, what do you mean?
Gilgamesh:
The hatred of the enemy that Chaldea seeks, the one who seeks to incinerate the history of man.
Gilgamesh:
I have little interest in the battle this time around.
I don't care who's the mastermind.
Gilgamesh:
However— This I shall say. Fujimaru, what you're chasing is an avatar of hatred.
Gilgamesh:
Of course, there are different types of hatred.
Gilgamesh:
Hatred born of righteousness, or love.
Hatred born of jealousy, or anger.
Gilgamesh:
This hatred is—
Yes, it is a most “foolish” hatred.
Mash:
A foolish hatred?
Generally speaking, hatred is not good for anyone.
Mash:
But from a broader perspective, there is neither “good hatred” nor “bad hatred.” In that case, my King, what makes you call it foolish?
Gilgamesh:
Idiot. Look at what's around you. Nothing is born, nothing is achieved... The ultimate form of idleness.
Gilgamesh:
If this isn't foolish, what is!?
Nothing here is saved!
Gilgamesh:
Listen, Mash. May it be evil or foolish, all actions result in benefit.
Gilgamesh:
But this kind of hatred exists as well: the hatred of a fool obsessed with leaving nothing behind.
Gilgamesh:
...It matters not.
Someday you shall face this thing.
Gilgamesh:
And when you do, remember what it is you fought to protect.
Mash:
...
Dr. Roman:
The problem with this king is that he occasionally says things that seem significant.
Dr. Roman:
Well, we should keep his words in mind, with a grain of salt that is. Okay, let's head back, Fujimaru.
Dr. Roman:
It seems like the King's in a better mood.
Fujimaru 1:
...Hold on, we forgot something...
Fujimaru 2:
...Um, where's my reward?
Mash:
Oh, that's right. The King promised a reward.
Mash:
He said if we beat this monster he'd reward us!
Gilgamesh:
Fool. Would I ever break a promise?
The reward has been granted already.
Gilgamesh:
One way or another, you'll understand during the next battle. Boorish fool, don't make me explain everything to you.
Law of Heaven
Gilgamesh:
I hear there are dragons on this island.
Naturally, we shall go on a hunting trip. Now prepare yourselves, mongrels.
Mash:
O-Of course. But my King, some regions revere dragons as gods, so wouldn't we be cursed or suffer divine punishment for troubling what could be a local deity?
Dr. Roman:
It won't work, Mash. Saying that kind of stuff will only get him more pumped up.
Fujimaru 1:
Those are insignificant for my king.
Gilgamesh:
Hmph, it seems Fujimaru is starting to understand.
Gilgamesh:
Indeed, those who would dare cower themselves before the gods shall be punished my hands.
Fujimaru 2:
Alright! Time for a good hunt!
Gilgamesh:
Indeed it is! Fine reply, Fujimaru! It seems your heart is starting to understand the joys of battle!
Mash:
This is not good, Doctor. Senpai and the Golden King are suddenly on the same wavelength!
Dr. Roman:
Yeah. Talk about unexpected.
Dr. Roman:
I'm not sure if it's because Fujimaru can get along with everyone, or Gilgamesh is just more reasonable than we believed.
Dr. Roman:
Either way, both of them are in perfect sync.
Even if it's just a momentary miracle!
Gilgamesh:
Hah hah hah. I only came here to while away the time, but it actually looks like things are starting to get entertaining! Fujimaru, prepare yourself for a grand adventure!
Monster:
GuyyyyyyyoooOOOOO!
Mash:
And of course there would be a monster waiting!
Senpai, this is starting to feel like a stereotypical pattern!
Gilgamesh:
Foolish girl, we are going to hunt down dragons! Then it is only natural to encounter monsters in a forest...
Gilgamesh:
...or perhaps monsters in a cave, or even more powerful monsters in the depth of that cave!
Gilgamesh:
And that is what makes any adventure a tale worth telling for! Do not be mistaken about that!
--BATTLE--:
Mash:
We finally made it through the forest, and now we're facing a labyrinth? ...Master, I'm sure you understand by now...
Monster:
...Mah.
Gilgamesh:
Interesting, golems constructed using the language of dragons is quite a rare sight. It seems there is a knowledgable one amongst the dragons fallen here.
Mash:
Those are powerful golems standing in our way.
We have no choice but to defeat them. Right, Master?
Fujimaru 1:
Mash... Are you mad?
Fujimaru 2:
C'mon, let's enjoy this, okay?
Mash:
I don't have time for that! I shouldn't worry because both Senpai and the King are by my side, but fighting golems made by dragons is scary!
--BATTLE--:
Dragon:
Welcome, and how are you today?
This is my magical workshop, Vortak's Dragonbones.
Dragon:
An underground labyrinth was slated to undergo construction to lure some unlucky humans in so I can slaughter them and take their money but...
Dragon:
...We're actually still a month away from our grand opening, but your timing couldn't be more perfect: I was just looking for some helpers.
Dragon:
Therefore, as much as I want to let you go, I guess I can't really do that. Especially now you found out about my grand plan.
Dragon:
Get roasted by my breath and succumb to your fate. I'd like you well-done and working a 60-hour week as my bone-cushion.
Mash:
...I didn't have my hopes up, but this is just terrible.
Mash:
If King Gilgamesh is invovled, either we get something really scary or really weird!
Gilgamesh:
Hahahaha, your praise is music to my ears, Mash!
But even I am at a loss for words!
Gilgamesh:
I came searching for a dragon so I may test my Master's worth, but to think I would find such an idiot here!
Gilgamesh:
Fujimaru, accept this as your fate.
Minds that think alike attracts each other.
Gilgamesh:
It seems your lot in life is to have idiots as your worthy opponents.
Fujimaru 1:
I don't think that statement applies to me...
Fujimaru 2:
I know. I'm like a weirdo magnet.
Dr. Roman:
I hate to interrupt when you're having fun. Despite that dragon's behavior, that thing there is the real deal!
Dr. Roman:
It has more magical energy than an A-rank Servant!
It might be even more powerful than Fafnir!
Mash:
No way! It looks like it has such a dreadful brain though!
Dragon:
My brain is not dreadful.
My thoughts are dreadful. Nay, evil!
Dragon:
It costs you nothing to enter, but everything to leave! I'll suck your bones dry and throw you away like a pile of trash!
--BATTLE--:
Dragon:
Guaaaaaaarrrrrgghhhh!
To be defeated even before my grand opening...
Dragon:
It can't be... Are you the Counter Force that will eliminate any threat to the world before it occurs–The Seventh Guardian!?
Mash:
...The battle is over... Who knew that idiot of a dragon would be so powerful... It really was the worst...
Dr. Roman:
Whoa... Not only that, this guy is dirt poor!
Dr. Roman:
Dragons are generally known for hoarding treasure, but this one's lair is as empty as its skull!
Dr. Roman:
There's nothing good about this dragon!
Gilgamesh:
Is that true!? I cannot believe my eyes... His treasury is completely empty...
Gilgamesh:
It must have wasted everything on trying to build its labyrinth...
Gilgamesh:
Couldn't even scrounge up some treasure to leave at the finish line, the worthless fool...
Dr. Roman:
Well, our goal here was never this labyrinth to begin with...
Mash:
That's right. My King, you said earlier you wanted to test Senpai's worth...
Mash:
Is that just you being considerate? So that Senpai can be acknowledged as a proper Master?
Gilgamesh:
Fool, do not utter such nonsense.
Gilgamesh:
A proper Master? The day this [♂ boy /♀️ girl} becomes a proper Master, this world shall no doubt be saved already.
Gilgamesh:
I simply came here to sharpen the edge of my treasured sword, Ea. I was sure Ea would end up in a good mood if it faced a dragon.
Gilgamesh:
However... Hm... Fujimaru, you have done well for a mongrel.
Gilgamesh:
Our enemy was the worst this time, but I shall find you worthy prey next time.
Gilgamesh:
Accept that as the proof of your own growth. You have become a mage worthy of hunting the most exquisite prey.
Fujimaru 1:
You're right.
Fujimaru 2:
Thank you for your gracious words, O King of Heroes.
Gilgamesh:
Hmph, it was but a trivial matter. No need to thank me. Now then, it's time to go; I have no more use for this miserable place.
Mash:
My King, wait! ...He went on ahead. Was he trying to hide his own embarrassment?
Dr. Roman:
I don't think so. He might just be bored of us. Ultimately, that man has no concept of embarrassment or sympathy.
Mash:
...Either way, there's no doubt he has acknowledged us.
Mash:
I was a little nervous and unsure of what's going to happen when he formed a contract with us... But his arrogance and self-righteousness is rather reliable now.
Fou:
Fooou!