Fate/stay night [Unlimited Blade Works]

In a world where mages conjure legendary heroes to fight for a coveted prize, Fate/stay night follows Rin Tohsaka as she inherits a powerful magical lineage after her father dies. She enters the Holy Grail War with her summoned servant Archer, determined to safeguard her family name and uncover the conspiracy behind the contest. When a high school student named Shirou Emiya is drawn into the bloodstained battles, she unexpectedly saves him from a fatal injury. Teaming up with Shirou and the heroic Saber, Rin looks beyond mere survival to expose the schemes at play and learn what powers drive Shirou to act as a true hero.

Released in 2014, this anime is produced by ufotable and adapts TYPE-MOON's Fate/stay night visual novel, focusing on Rin Tohsaka and her companions as they face the complex Holy Grail War.

The series helped cement UBW as a standout arc within the Fate franchise, thanks to its kinetic fight choreography and vivid character dynamics. It fueled fan art, cosplays, and spirited debates about loyalty, ideals, and the price of power.

Fans praised the adaptation for its sharper focus on ethics, personal resolve, and the tension between duty and desire. It holds an average rating of 8.009/10 from 345 votes, a sign of solid reception and ongoing fan engagement.