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Shortly afterward, Caster invited him to give directions on the equipment he’d like forged. From the cutting boards and steel plates they were able to fabricate a round shield, a couple large knives formed the base materials for a one-handed wakizashi, and some of the cloth and leather made a sheathe, sturdy belt, and shield strap to allow him wear the shield on his back while traveling. In his companion’s case, in addition to the crescent-bladed polearm Caster had also crafted something resembling a bandolier that allowed Matsuda to hang the spear onto his back, allowing him to have both of his hands free without discarding his weapon.
After proceeding northwest for a couple more miles, their party turned east and came into an area resembling the Shinjuku ward. They eventually came across another leyline in the middle of a major street, with Caster warning them in advance that another Master was already occupying the location with a Servant. As they rounded a corner to break into the Master’s line of sight, they saw a man in peculiar though undoubtedly upper-class attire standing in the center of a large glowing ring on the asphalt along with a Servant carrying two swords, one noticeably shorter than the other.
“What’s this? A couple of juvenile Orientals selected as Masters in a Holy Grail War? Well, I suppose such a situation isn’t without precedent.” The middle-aged European man said (though without directing it toward the newcomers) before announcing to them, “My name is Sean O’Mordha, Professor of Mineralogy at the Clock Tower of the Mage’s Association. Which of you dares challenge my Saber to battle?”
<span class="mu-i"> “Master I request your authorization to defeat that Saber.” </span> Rushorou’s Servant telepathically asked him with startling eagerness. Though it was an improvement over preparing to rush in without regard for his orders.
“My name is Yumigawa Rushorou, student-council president of Hibiya High, and my Lancer will battle your Servant.” The boy declared with confidence.
“And my-” Matsuda began, but Lancer of Red immediately rushed forward to attack the Saber, causing the delinquent to decide against shouting over their clashes to introduce himself.
“Abridging the formalities, fair lady?” The Saber asked as he guarded against her aggressive attacks.
“My duty is to slay you, brave warrior.” She deadpanned without slowing her assault.
“So be it, though don’t assume your resolve surpasses my own.” He answered, though he was clearly on the back foot in their opening exchanges. Yet his skillful use of his short-sword to maintain his guard prevented him from receiving any major injuries.
After watching the two Servants exchange blows for a short while, Matsuda turned to his Servant and asked, “Yo, Caster. Wouldn’t it be an easy win if you attacked the Master while his Servant is busy fighting Lancer?”
