But even so, his combat effectiveness was outstanding in the Fourth Holy Grail War. In the opening "Battle of the Docks," Diarmuid used battlefield strategy and martial arts to successfully disable one of Saber's hands, thus sealing Saber's biggest reliance———— "Excalibur."
It can be seen that although he does not have any advantage in weapons, he also possesses enough martial arts and strategy to be proud of.
The reason why Diarmuid is willing to become a Heroic Spirit is because he has always regretted that he was not loyal to his lord in his previous life. His only purpose for participating in the Holy Grail War is to fulfill the duties that he failed to complete in his previous life in the name of knighthood, and to be loyal to a lord until the end. He has no desire for the Holy Grail itself.
Of course, the legend has been beautified by the hands of later generations, and Shirou naturally doesn't care too much about its authenticity.
Hearing Shirou's answer, Diarmuid was stunned again, and then his expression became a little excited.
"I did not expect my name to be so renowned in this era! Even children are so familiar with it...!"
"..."
Shirou looked at Lancer, who had become a little excited, feeling a bit helpless.
It was impossible to tell him that he only knew this after watching the anime.
Diarmuid, who had been excited for a moment, quickly returned to normal, and then gave a knightly salute to Shirou.
"My lord, Diarmuid Ua Duibhne will do everything in his power to bring you the Holy Grail!"
Hearing the word "Holy Grail," the corners of Shirou's mouth couldn't help twitching.
Who wants that cursed cup!
"Next, let me see your stats."
Shirou said as he looked up at Lancer, who stood 1.8 meters tall.
"As you wish."
Diarmuid smiled.
Profile: Lancer
Master: Fujimaru Shirou
True Name: Diarmuid Ua Duibhne
Height: 184cm
Weight: 72kg
Strength: B Endurance: C Agility: A+ Mana: B Luck: E Noble Phantasm: B+
Class Skills:
Magic Resistance: B
Personal Skills:
Eye of the Mind (True): B Love Spot: C Knight's Tactics: B
Noble Phantasms:
Gae Dearg: B+ Gae Buidhe: B+
Each item on the panel was followed by a description.
What sets Diarmuid apart from the regular Lancer is that he owns two Noble Phantasms.
"Gae Dearg" is a sharp spear that can neutralize defenses formed by magical power. Its attacks are especially effective against armor made of mana, and magic enhancements or additional abilities applied to weapons will lose all effect when they come into contact with the spear.
"Gae Buidhe," a yellow spear with the curse "wounds that cannot heal." When damaged by this dangerous spear, it will inflict irreversible wounds; even using healing magic or regeneration abilities cannot remove the wounded status caused by it.
It seemed that because Shirou's own 27 Magic Circuits had all been opened, the prana was abundant, and thus Diarmuid's mana parameter had also increased.
Even the Noble Phantasms were in their best condition.
However...
"Luck is still E, huh..."
Even if Shirou's magic as a Master was strong, he couldn't change that.
Diarmuid, who heard Shirou's voice, smiled helplessly.
"I'm sorry, Master. I don't seem to have much luck to match my strength, although I'm quite confident in my abilities."
If you hadn't seduced your lord's wife, maybe you wouldn't have died so miserably.
Shirou complained in his heart.
"Speaking of which, Lancer, according to your legend, among the martial arts you excel at, your swordsmanship and magic swords are more famous, right?"
Hearing Shirou's question, Diarmuid nodded.
"Yes. If I had been summoned in the Saber Class, I would have been able to use my strength better, but Lancer is not much worse."
His legendary primary weapon, Moralltach, is more famous than Beagalltach, the shorter sword.
Shirou asked suddenly.
"Did you bring those two magic swords?"
Hearing Shirou's inquiry, Diarmuid replied apologetically.
"I'm sorry, Master, but since I was summoned as a Lancer, those two magic swords cannot be carried."
"I see."
Shirou, who had expected it, nodded.
Then, he looked at Diarmuid and continued.
"Well, there's something you need to do next."
Diarmuid looked at Shirou with a serious expression.
"I am ready to serve you, Master."
His attitude was still very good.
After all, the reason why he participated in the Holy Grail War was because he had always regretted that he had not been loyal to his lord in his previous life. He hoped that he could fulfill the duties that he had been unable to fulfill before and be loyal to a king until the end.
"Alright. As your Master, I order you, Lancer, to get rid of a certain murderer and bring me someone back."
After Shirou informed Diarmuid of the exact address, as well as the target's abilities and status, the latter nodded confidently. As he was about to leave, he said with some hesitation.
"But what if I leave now and other magi or Servants come to your door?"
The moon was growing darker, and the night breeze was whistling through the winter air.
Standing in the open space of the abandoned factory, Diarmuid's tall and muscular figure was revealed in the light of the moon.
"Don't worry. Even against a Servant, I can still win. Besides, I can summon you with a Command Spell at any time, right?"
Hearing this, although he didn't quite understand why his Master had the confidence to compete with a Servant, as a Servant, Diarmuid did not intend to do anything as disrespectful as questioning his own lord.
"I see, Master. If something happens, be sure to summon me with a Command Spell."
With that, Diarmuid turned into an afterimage with his A+-level Agility. He jumped and moved across the rooftops, quickly disappearing from Shirou's field of vision.
After Diarmuid left, Shirou silently felt the air grow calmer, and then exhaled a long breath.
Perhaps because of the summoning ritual just now, Shirou not only felt that his magic power was almost at the bottom, but his spirit also felt exhausted.