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* Recommended by Steve the Corn Muffin
* ''Synopsis'': This oneshot's subject material is [[Exactly What It Says on the Tin|not what you think it is about.]]. Takes place during the 5th Grail War.
* ''Comments'': A very humorous one-shot. Saying anything else would give away too much. A must-read for the F/SN fan who likes their WTF? moments. Also contains some rather interesting backstory for the cast.
''[http://blstorage.manga-sketchbook.org/Doujinshi/Childcare%20is%20war%20-%20Compilation%201-2-3/ Childcare is War]'' by St. Parasu, part 4 is [http://g.e-hentai.org/g/89985/86daa55cd6/ here (rest of site is NSFW)] and [http://blstorage.manga-sketchbook.org/Doujinshi/Childcare%20is%20war%204/ here (SFW)].
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''[http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/137-Shattered-Heaven Shattered-Heaven]'' by tesculpture
* Recommended by [[User:Narvi]], [[User:Rivenscryr]], DaRandomUser.
* ''Synopsis:'' Basically ''[[Fate/stay night]]'': The Mirror Universe. Archer is caught up in one of Rin's magical detonations, and is sent to a universe where he should (by all standards) have a goatee.
* ''Comments'': Hilarious, if only for uncertain emo [[Neon Genesis Evangelion|Shinji-esqu]] Gilgamesh crushing on Archer, a crazy tyrannical Saber who has no taste in food yet remains a [[Big Eater]], the delinquent Issei who keeps trying to burn the school down, and a {{spoiler|[[Tsundere]] red-headed Sakura who now has ''no sex drive'' whatsoever.}} Also has bastard Shirou as an antagonist, who is about as evil and clever as good Shirou is nice and dim.
** [[User:Comartemis]]: Didn't care for the plot all that much (it's pretty well-written, the concept just isn't really my cup of tea), but it was worth reading anyways just to see what inverting everyone's personalities does to Zouken.
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* Now has a [[Fate/Phantoms|Trope Page.]]
* ''Synopsis'': Thirty years after the Fifth War of the Holy Grail, Ichiro Tanaka, protege of Emiya Shirou and Master of Assassin, participates in the Sixth. A Psuedo-crossover with ''Phantom of Inferno''.
* ''Comments'': Fate as film noir. Intriguing callbacks to both Fate/Stay Night and Fate/Hollow Ataraxia. Seems to be a Spiritual Successor to Fate/Zero in mood and tone, with an interesting lead character.
** Strong characterization, but depressingly bleak and oppressive, keeping in line with the tone of the source materials.
* New link up above to replace the old one.
** The recent chapters...Holy shit, the recent chapters are incredibly, incredibly brutal, verging on mean-spirited. Worth a read just for the clash with the Shadow.
** This story is definitely meant to appeal to hardcore fans of Zero and Nitro+, what with the dark, violent tones. However, those aren't the only selling points, since the storytelling itself is also a superb example. In addition, no prior knowledge of Phantom is required to enjoy this one, but it does help to understand Ichiro's Assassin's backstory.
*** Quiksilver: Well-written but nihilistic, with intense grit and gore. A good read if you like Darker and Edgier stories, but occasionally rather disturbing.
''[http://nrvnqsr.us.to/showthread.php?162-Dear-Tohsaka Dear] [http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7036433/1/Dear_Tohsaka Tohsaka]'' by tobias ([[The Letter Series|TV Tropes page]])
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* ''Comments'': One chapter long, but incredibly powerful. By the end, I wanted to give Sakura a hug. This is definitely a tearjerker, but well worth the read for anyone who's played the visual novel. {{spoiler|And Tsukihime as well, since a character from that features in this.}} Also has a sequel, ''[http://nrvnqsr.us.to/showthread.php?163-Dear-Emiya Dear] [http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7036441/1/Dear_Emiya Emiya]'', which is also powerful.
** Seconded. This fic is very powerful and it ''might'' make you cry even if you're not a Sakura fan (Sakura fans on the other hand need to get those tissues prepared.....). It's extremely emotional and amazingly well done, particularly since the writer is not actually overly fond of Sakura in general.
*** And be sure to read ''[http://nrvnqsr.us.to/showthread.php?164-Dear-Matou Dear] [http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7036451/1/Dear_Matou Matou]'', the conclusion to the "Letters" series. The quality seen in the first two letters carries through just as well. If you have played the visual novel, do yourself a favor and devote some time to reading these stirring, emotionally powerful stories. You will not be disappointed.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6372400/1/Chaos_Theory Chaos Theory]'' by Moczo
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* Recommended by Steve the Corn Muffin
* ''Synopsis'': A Christmas fic that consists of a series of different chapters written in varying styles for maximum effect. Good, no, perfect for your Type-MOON holiday fix.
* ''Comments'': Also contains the excellently written bonus Mind of Steel short-story "Faker" and a preview of the upcoming fanfic "Fate/End" also written with comparable quality. {{spoiler|Avenger x Illyavenger}}. The fic as a whole contains a solid mix of comedy, drama, and is recommended to any Nasuverse fan looking for a good holiday story.
** Ever since the fall of the old Lair, the original shorts were lost, leaving only the final three segments, including Faker and Fate/End. Still a nice holiday read regardless.
** Has a spiritual successor in the form of [http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/1426-Twelve-Days-of-Saturnalia The Twelve Days of Saturnalia], which features Gilgamesh and Nero hosting a Christmas special and culminates in this little beauty [http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/1490-Verg-Avesta-Christmas-Special right here].
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5029337/1/Fate_Retold Fate Retold]'' by Kent Vonce
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* ''Synopsis'': This boy, this... Slayer of Heroes. He will begin a Crusade etched with flames, a Burning Crusade.
* ''Comments'': This is the most epic fanfic sequel for Fate/Stay Night. A fanfic involve with some returning characters {{spoiler|(including some familiar characters from Fate/Hollow Ataraxia)}}, siding with the Angels to battle against the Demons, more opposing Heroic Spirits, and the Corrupted Grail. This fanfic contains alot [[Crowning Moment of Funny|Funny]], [[Crowning Moment of Heartwarming|Heartwarming]], and [[Crowning Moment of Awesome|Awesome]], even a [[Tear Jerker|tearjerking moment]] that this fanfic is definately worth reading.
** The fanfic is already completed, although the epilogue hinted a sequel, which was never published, but the autor wrote a prequel of it, ''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4310605/1/Crimson Crimson]'', but it happens to be on hiatus.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5955768/1/ Fate's Game]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/418493/Cloud802 Cloud 802]
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* Recommended by StevetheCornMuffin, [[User:silvercover]], DaRandomUsername, nitewind
* ''Synopsis'': Ten years after the previous Holy Grail War, it is once again time for the new round of mortal combat for the eldritch artifact known as the Holy Grail to resume once more. But something is...amiss. Why are there so many Servants this time? Why are they all so nightmarishly powerful? And why are they all prepubescent young girls???
* ''Comments'': Not only does Twelveseal have a good writing style, but the story also packs a strong mixture of action, comedy, drama, {{spoiler|[[Fan Service]]}}, and even {{spoiler|[[Nightmare Fuel]]}}. The story consists of individual snippets that take place anachronlogically - which is initially rather confusing for new readers - but begins making a lot more sense as the story goes on. Also notable for making use of background characters and raiding the Nasuverse for lore and information. Surprises are around every corner, which makes this one a pleasantly surprising good read.
** [[User:silvercover]]: It can get pretty confusing but is quite entertaining. I love how every Servant is a Badass in their own way and also their relationship with their Masters. I'm interested to see what would happen when [[Future Badass|Archer]] and [[Little Miss Badass|Archerko]] meet, along with the other Servants and Masters.
** Steve the Corn Muffin: This is definitely some serious epicness that Twelveseal has going on here, although do be forewarned that there are NSFW lemons, with more on the way. Just as a heads-up for y'all.
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([[I Put On My Robe and Wizard Hat|Trope Page]])
* Recommended by [[User:Comartemis]], [[User:Unclouded TJ]], nitewind
* ''Synopsis'': The Great Fuyuki Fire never happened, and Shirou was never orphaned. But ten years later, Grail War 5 happens anyways and sure enough, Shirou's got his Command Seals. But life as a modern teenager has given Shirou something potentially more valuable than Kiritsugu's ideals: exposure to 4chan, and the ability to successfully troll ''everyone'' and ''everything''.
{{quote|'''Shirou:''' ''Fuck my life!''}}
* ''Comments:'' Epic crackfic. Uses a lot of 4chan memes and internet humor for comedy, but uses them ''magnificently'', particularly Archer's use of the Old Spice routine and Rin's first exposure to the internet. Also features a Shirou/Ilya pairing by way of strategic use of [[She's All Grown Up|Teen!Ilya]]. {{spoiler|Also has some onesided Shirou/Saber on Saber's behalf.}}
Complete. The sequel, ''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7083560/1/Apostles_in_bLeather_b_bPants_b Apostles in Leather Pants]'' is up, focusing on the plot of [[Tsukihime]].
** To classify this as ''just'' a crackfic does Wizard Hat a great injustice. The story grew beyond the simple premise of mere crack into something that is truly enjoyable and action packed filled to the brim with humor and Crowning Moments of Awesome throughout on behalf of all the cast.
''[http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/85-Magical-Vanguard-Shirou Magical Vanguard Shirou]'' by Erlkonig
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** Electroninja: Agreed. One of the best ''[[Fate/stay night]]'' fanfics I've read in a while. I love the fact that while Shiro is far smarter than his Fate Route self, he still makes a lot of stupid, though reasonable, mistakes.
** awakenDeepBlue: I agree as well. Even though he has previous knowledge of war, he only has knowledge of the fate route. Also, that knowledge does not prevent him from making mistakes.
** And now, Shirou's changes (both accidental, such as having to stay home from school during the day, and well-intentioned, such as inviting Sakura to stay with him until Shinji's Masterdom "blows over") seem to have pushed the story onto the [[Darker and Edgier|Heaven's Feel]] storyline, with the most recent chapter introducing {{spoiler|[[Complete Monster|Zouken]]}} to the cast.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7207791/1/From_Fake_Dreams From Fake Dreams]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1983129/Third_Fang Third Fang] ([[From Fake Dreams|TVTropes page]])
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* ''Comments'': An interesting take on a Shirou that seems to be different and yet the same. Tsundere Rin is a nice bonus too.
** miragecoordinator: Seconding. This fic in particular needs a lot more attention; it takes a concept that's mildly popular in the Japanese fandom but mostly remains in fanart, and executes in a completley different yet brilliant and fascinating way. Shirou is, as mentioned, incredibly different in an understandable way-- yet still the same. The author definitely knows what they're doing, and put a lot of thought into the story and the Servants in this alternate take of the events of the Fifth Grail War. Not to mention, besides the aforementioned Tsundere Rin bonus, it contains a truly epic [[Crowning Moment of Funny]] in which Shirou trolls Gilgamesh. With ''video game spoilers''. It needs to be seen to be believed. For that matter, Shirou's altered dynamics with many of the characters, Gilgamesh included, are just as fascinating and interesting and fun to read.
** Let's not forget the action-packed combat scenes. And to further mix things up for all the better, the Master/Servant teams are also totally different from what they were in the source material too, courtesy of the [[For Want of a Nail]] moment that happened at the start of the story. Notable pairs include Bazett/Lancer as it was meant to be in the original canon, the gut-busting epic teamup of [[Oh Crap|Illya/Saber]] with Illya adopting a viewpoint of justice that is even more hilariously distorted than canon Shirou's, and Shirou's own Servant - a certain character from Fate/Apocrypha who's interpretation in ''Tainted Ideals'' has her [[Yandere (disambiguation)|very attached to him]] .
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4801159/1/Fate_Spiral_Time Fate:Spiral Time]'' by ''[http://www.fanfiction.net/u/1692553/Z_N_Singer Z.N. Singer]''
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* ''Synopsis'': There are many theories about time. Some call it a circle, every repeating; others a line, never looking back. But the wisest call it a spiral, and say the future contains echoes of the past. But...if that is so...then do we all get second chances?
* ''Comments'': A wonderful continuation of the FSN anime, and the many liberties taken with the Nasuverse don't detract from the quality of the story one bit. YMMV, however, depending on how much of a canon-nut the reader is. Has a significant side of shipping (every one of the core characters with somebody), but really, this story is about the REALLY happy ending that Nasu never gave his characters in canon.
** While I do recommend this, there is at least one flaw in the story that made me hesitate before typing this rec: The author has an...unfortunate tendency to alter the Nasuverse as he please. One of the strangest examples probably in chapter 5, where Gae Bolg suffers a ridiculous [[Nerf]] from a [[Reality Warper|Reality Warping]] [[One-Hit Kill|instant-kill]] Noble Phantasm into something that can be totally blocked by any paranoid, highish level modern day magus. The author then tries to explain it by saying that Gae Bolg was overpowered in [[Fate/stay night|the original story]]. The problem is it was ''meant'' to be overpowered, and if the author had wanted, he could have simply chosen a different NP (such as Durandal or Houtengeki, if a spear was really necessary) to avoid this situation arising. Similar situations arise a few more times during the fic. Summing up, those who want a nicelly written and quite inventive story should be able to enjoy this, but those who also want a story where the author tries to stay as true as possible to the original facts and characters should probably look elsewhere.
* Z.N. Singer: Well, in all fairness, I was an anime watcher operating at a time when there was precious little Nasuverse info out there - the expansive wiki section we know today was a bare bones joke at the time, and for various reasons I will never play the VN, or any other VN in fact. Still, that doesn't change the fact that the above warning is largely fair and true. However, every VN player who has reviewed positively has cited my characterization and handling of emotion as the reason, so if that's what you're worried about, you should really try it for yourself and see. Just don't review me about how and why things are wrong if you do, PLEASE. I get a lot of those, but there's just no point in it - I'm writing my own novel now, which is probably for the best anyway. Nothing's going to change anymore. Oh, and I AM thrilled to be on this list, hearty thanks to those who recommended me.
* This story can also be read at my site, and I strongly recommend it: not only is it just a more pleasant experience (Fanfiction.com has changed their formatting several times and not all the resulting scrambling has been rectified), but because it's so much easier for me to make changes there, that version is much smoother and has seen more post-posting attention to detail. Commenting is open to all. [http://www.thewordpile.com/?p=167 Fate:Spiral Time]
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* Recommended by [[User:Moczo]]
* ''Synopsis'':A Sixth Holy Grail War looms, and with it the promise of tests far more dire than any that have come before. Set seven years after Unlimited Blade Works True .
* ''Comments'': A re-write of an earlier work by the same author, this fic is still in the prologue but already has a lot of promise. The writing style is smooth, polished, and professional, and the plot (such as been revealed so far) has a great deal of potential. One of the only works I've seen that actually ''looks'' at the aftermath of this particular ending, it looks to be an interesting experience.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7249095/1/A_Stolen_Heart A Stolen Heart]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2081932/Aladar Aladar] ([http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/862-A-Stolen-Heart Beast's Lair version])
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* ''Synopsis'': A lone detective takes it upon himself to solve the murder of a young woman, willingly diving into the dangerous web of conspiracies weaved by the feuding mafia families. But after the truth is uncovered, will that city of sin be the same ever again?
* ''Comments'': An AU Fate/stay night fanfic in a Noir-style Detective story, with Lancer taking the role as a Private Eye and the main character of the story. This one mystery story here is very well-written that the author deserve a round of applause. Let's not forget how this story contains a lot of surprising twists, and even has characters appeared and/or mentioned from other Type-Moon's works such as other Fate series, ''[[Kara no Kyoukai:|Kara no Kyoukai]]'', etc. This is a kind of fanfic that I highly recommended to fans of Fate/stay night, including those who have passion for a detective story.
** Now that the fanfic is finally complete, the author made a Spin-Off that's connected to this is called ''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7313726/1/Saligia Saligia]'': Seven tales from the city of sins that show life through the eyes of its residents. From Pride to Wrath to Envy, seven one-shots that unveil what lurks beneath the surface- the truth behind all the facades...
** Seconding this. Hard. If you like gritty, unforgiving film-noir styled work set in the Nasuverse, then look no further.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7325426/1/FateRe_Trace Fate/Re:Trace]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2081932/Aladar Aladar] ([http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/953-Fate-Re-Trace Beast's Lair version]) ([[Fate/Re:Trace|TVTropes page]])
* Recommended by The World of Fantasy
* ''Synopsis'': A whole world away from Fuyuki, in a city of mages, a new War threatens to break out. Seven new Masters are chosen and enter a life-changing battle, unknowingly becoming part of a War in which there are more players than the eyes can see...
* ''Comments'': From the author that brought you ''A Stolen Heart'' (look above), comes another well-written Sixth Grail War FSN fanfic that I also highly recommended. With best chracterization, plot and setting, and so much more that it must be read.
** He even made this updated "guide" of this fanfic called ''[http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/973-Wise-up!-Fate-Re-Trace-Limited-Special-Collector�s-Ultimate-Edition Wise up! Fate/Re:Trace- Limited Special Collector's Ultimate Edition]'', that contains character profiles (Masters, Servants, etc) and the settings of the fictional city Hartcroft.
** Again, I second this review. This story needs more love. The Saber-class Servant is awesome in this one.
''[http://forums.nrvnqsr.com/showthread.php/176-The-Hound-and-the-Blacksmith/ The Hound and the Blacksmith]'' by [http://nrvnqsr.us.to/member.php?15-Elf Elf]. (The beginning is also available on [http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6884089/1/The_Hound_and_the_Blacksmith_The_First_Case FF.net])
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''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7879859/1/Remember Remember]'' by Golden Lark
* Recommended by: Mirage, nitewind
* ''Synopsis'': When Rin Tohsaka's dad proves that he is her father by wearing the Family pendant bringing CG Emiya into the 4th holy grail war.
* ''Comments'': Another Archer gets summoned to the 4th holy grail war, except this one is much longer than the others. Archer then proceeds to troll the participants and mess with everyone in general. A very good Fate/zero Fate/stay cross.
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''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6323061/1/Fate_indubitanter Fate Indubitanter]'' by Lacks Gravitas
* Recommended by: [[User:Omega NITRO]]
* ''Synopsis'': Shirou and Rin from UBW True End use a time travel spell to return to the past. They end up at the beginning of the War... except it's not their version of it.
* ''Comments'': Extremely well written, the characterization is top notch, and the writer really knows his/her stuff. Any liberties taken with canon fit rather naturally, and the writer tries to retain the same kind of tone used in the visual novel while storytelling. It's on indefinite hiatus, but the beginning that is there is definitely worth a read.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8170849/1/The_Game_of_Kings The Game of Kings]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/3344053/The_Road_to_Ultima_Grey The Road to Ultima Grey]
* Recommended by: lowsoman
* ''Synopsis'': In which: The final Fifth Holy Grail War is Fought, Every Servant summoned is a titled King, Iskander has no Master, Shirou's wish is Granted, and everyone is Well and Truly Fucked.
* ''Comments'': Damn well written (haven't caught a single grammar mistake / plot hole yet), the story is more intriguing than a barrel of scientist monkeys performing an autopsy. The concepts of Akasha, Gai, the Throne of Heroes, and screwing with the Space/Time continium is spectacular. Definitely worth the read.
** [[User:The Road]]: Holy crap, my week == made. lowsoman, you absolutely rock!
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* A crossover with [[Zero no Tsukaima]]
* ''Synopsis'': Shirou Emiya has dealt with human summoning, magical battles, and saving the world. Now he is brought into a world where magic equates to nobility. The Zero has just summoned a Hero. Has its own ''[[The Hill of Swords|Trope page]]''!
* ''Comments'': While, as the author notes, this is not the first [[Fate/stay night]] / [[Zero no Tsukaima]] crossover ever thought up, it is one of the most promising in execution. Even with only three chapters so far, the attention to detail, weaving of hints, and laudable efforts to flesh out exactly how Shirou fits into this new world make this tale a fresh take on the setting, one well worth reading.
** [[User:Comartemis]]: I almost wrote this one off before the first chapter was done because Shirou [[Out of Character|doesn't talk or act anything like any version of Shirou]] seen in the games. [[Fridge Brilliance|Then it hit me]] towards the end of the first chapter; it's ''not'' Shirou, it's ''[[Future Badass|Emiya]]'', or at least a Shirou who's well on his way to becoming a Counter Guardian. Subsequent chapters and authors notes confirm this, and I'm eagerly awaiting future installments on this one.
** Another thing worth mentioning is the consistent speed of the writer. He started on the 18th of July and got 4 chapters done in '''8 DAYS'''. The total word count so far (for those 4 chapters) is about 40,000 words. This alone makes the fic quite recommendable, but then add in that the quality ''DOESN'T'' take a hit from it and you get a really great piece of work.
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** Kazeto: I also recommend this story - it's a nice read and the story actually makes sense (its author puts a lot of effort into researching things). Typos are rare (the only "serious" one was "mpy" instead of "not", and it was kind of funny), and author's grammar is very good. I dare saying that it's better than one of the works it was based on (namely Sekirei), due to the fact that things that should've been fixed got fixed and fan-service isn't so ever-present and is only used as a fun-increasing element in some scenes.
** Usandru: While this is technically well written and the author is clearly above average for a fan fiction writer, calling this an actual Nasuverse fanfic is correct only in the sense that it uses the trappings of the Nasuverse to alter Sekirei. If you are looking for something that includes the actual themes and underlying concepts of the Nasuverse, including the creeping sense of horror as the truth is revealed, this is not for you. The characterization of Shirou could also be challenged. All in all, this comes off more as a darker version of Sekirei with a "cooler" protagonist instead of a genuine crossover. The latest build-up suggests that this might change, but it is dubious if this will succeed. Summing up, your mileage might vary.
** Zoner16: The story isn't as fast paced as Gabriel Blessing's previous work, [[The Hill of Swords]], but the tale is both well written and entertaining to say the least. Don't expect to see a lot of Nasuverse regulars, mainly because this is about Shirou being transplanted into the Sekirei-verse, but expect to see them both referenced and discussed a lot. GB does a good job of explaining and crossing Nasuverse mechanics with Sekirei in both a believable and gripping way, allowing those who aren't exactly avid scholars of the franchise to jump in rather quickly. Shirou remains a likeable, yet more mature and well developed character since this is five years later, when he is 20. Some creative liberties have been taken (A couple of Nasuverse characters were made up, but they serve their purpose, and a small amount of Nasuverse lore is incorrect, GB admits that he missed a couple things in research), but overall it is a must read for any Fate Stay Night or Sekirei fan, or even someone just looking for a great story.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/4178432/1/Miracle Miracle]'' by Grunt
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* Recommended by Rivenscryr
* Crossover with ''[[Tsukihime]]''
* ''Synopsis'': In a dying world where civilization has been brought to its knees, can even a would-be hero maintain his course? Or like so many others, will he stray from it...and fail? A sidestory to [http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6020559/1/Evangel_Notes_Requiem_for_a_World Evangel Notes]
* ''Comments'': I find myself at a rare loss for words to describe "Fletching", as it is one of those stories a brief summary simply cannot do justice to. It is the story of a man who wanted to be a hero, living only to save people, bitterly discovering that not everyone could be saved. It is the story of a woman who simply wanted her end, living only to destroy a certain person that her tortured existence might come to an end. It is a story of two humans souls slowly wearing away in a blighted land of steel, questing after impossible goals in a world shot through with despair and desolation until they reach their destinations at last, finding perhaps not what they sought, but what they truly needed. It is all of these and more. Raw, powerful and poignant, it beautifully captures the struggle of two human beings trying to keep their humanity in a hostile world, finding strength in the least likely of places. This is one of the best stories I've had the privilege to read, and I recommend it to any Nasuverse fan looking for a truly moving tale.
** A psuedo-crossover with Angel Notes and Neon Genesis Evangelion.
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/5591380/1/FateBlack_Reflection FateBlack Reflection]'' by Nameless Flame Wielder
* Recommended by Bf, nitewind
* Crossover with [[Bleach]]
* ''Synopsis'': With Aizen's plans foiled in Karakura, Ichigo and his friends are called to investigate strange happenings in nearby Fuyuki City. Hang on, what the heck are Magi? And who's that woman who's calling Ichigo "Master?"
* ''Comments'': An absolutely excellent crossover. It blends the two worlds together perfectly by introducing the Bleach universe into the Nasuverse and seeing how it will affect the Holy Grail War while maintaining balance between both franchises. A must-read for people who like both Bleach and Fate Stay Night.
** YMMV here, especially for Nasuverse fans. While the writing is impeccable and the dialogue and interplay between characters is very fun to read, battles are another story.
*** This Troper finds this fanfic becoming his favorite the more he reads about [[Nightmare Fuel|certain]] [[Break the Cutie|story]] [[Go Mad From the Revelation|routes]] [[It Got Worse|in]] [[Nasuverse|Fate]]. The battles aren't disappointing in the slightest, and this troper KNOWS bad fight scenes. Consider this a [[Fix Fic]] done ''right''.
**** while the fight scenes may be well written and entertaining, they are not accurately taking into account the power lvls of the characters. typemoon fans are very picky when it comes to facts and details and as a fan myself, it's kind of offending to see ichigo stomping everyone. a YMMV fic but interesting none the less.
**** The battles, while executed well, are extremely discriminate towards the Nasuverse characters. Almost all of the Bleach characters win, no matter how unlikely it is. Several mechanics of the Nasuverse are ignored in their entirety, while others are badly skewed so that the Bleach characters come out on top. This is less of a [[Fix Fic]] and more of a "Look how awesome Ichigo is" fic.
**** This Troper really thinks the two reviews above this one are really over-exaggerating or downright making things up, as there is no case of Ichigo "stomping" anyone in the entire fanfic, nor do the Bleach characters "always come out on top". This Troper honestly wonders whether or not these two guys [[Complaining About Shows You Don't Watch|actually read the same story as he did]], because the only other alternative would be that they are [[Fanon Discontinuity|projecting their own conclusions onto the characters and plot]] while seemingly [[Death of the Author|ignoring completely what is supposed to be blatantly true in the story]]. This crossover seems to get criticized using the same argument of "biased fanwank" from [[Unpleasable Fanbase|both sides of the respective fandoms]]. This Troper advises the reader, if they may, to take those two reviews with a generous grain of salt, as he [[Flat What|can't understand where they got these notions from in the first place]]. Give this story a try and keep an open mind.
**** any fan of either series with adequate knowledge of the series will tell you that ichigo is stomping. but don't take my word for it, read the fic and formulate your own opinion. i myself, have talked to the author, lets just say, that his knowledge on FSN is a bit lacking, but good enough to write an above average fanfic. if you want to be entertained, read the fic, i know i was. i ALWAYS read a fic all the way though and thoroughly before i criticize it, unless the grammar and/or spelling is too horrible to take.
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* Crossover with ''[[Final Fantasy X]]''
* ''Synopsis'': In an alternate timeline Shirou's bond with Ilya led him to make a wish on a purified Grail. From that wish came [[Heroes-R-Us|Grail Works LTD]], a Second Magic-powered troubleshooting agency formed on Shirou's desire for a chance to save everyone, everywhere. Now the agency faces its toughest case yet when the spirit of Bahamut enlists their aid to free Spira from Yu Yevon's cycle of death.
* ''Comments:'' One of several stories by Kieran and several other authors set in the same 'verse. The insert characters for this fic are Saber and Kieran's self-insert Kurai (who happily enough is ''not'' [[Mary Sue|your typical self-insert]]) along with Ilya and other characters acting as [[Mission Control]]. Replacing Tidus with a heroic spirit and [[Dungeons and Dragons|an epic level druid]] might not seem like the most interesting decision, but Kieran is very much a proponent of the stance that "one who makes Frodo a Jedi [[It Got Worse|must give Sauron the Death Star]]": {{spoiler|[[Final Fantasy X
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/6763234/1/Herwald_von_Einzbern_and_the_Philosophers_Stone Herwald von Einzbern and the Philosopher's Stone]'', by kyugan
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''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/8142808/1/Monster_Vampire Monster Vampire]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/2134952/Impaled_with_Extreme_Prejudice Impaled with Extreme Prejudice].
* Recommended by AAKRON
* ''Fandoms:'' ''[[Rosario
* ''Synopsis:'' Author's Summary: As a punishment for running away from home, Akiha enrolls her elder brother in the Youkai Academy. Thus the kind hearted monster is admitted into the academy of monsters. More of a Nasu X Rosario than Tsukihime X Rosario.
* ''Comments:'' Not what it sounds like. Rather than being your stereotypical "[[X Meets Y|X replaces Tsukune]]" where the original Rosario+Vampire story is [[Recycled in Space|rehashed with a new leading character]], this is more of a proper [[Crossover]] of [[Nasuverse]] and [[Rosario
''[http://www.fanfiction.net/s/7972624/1/Lunatique Lunatique]'' by [http://www.fanfiction.net/u/31351/Moczo Moczo]
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*** [[User:Fish Called Waldo]]: Also ''[http://community.livejournal.com/fsn_fiction/31631.html#cutid1 here]''
** [[User:Mini Nephthys]]: Better yet, read that and the whole thing. It'll be well worth it.
** Elf: Aww, this makes me feel all warm and gooshy inside.
''[http://anime.adultfanfiction.net/story.php?no=600046418 Dawn]'' by CFX
* Recommended by Spectral Time, [[User:Ten Four]]
* ''Pairings'': {{spoiler|Shirou/''Caster''}}
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* ''Pairings'': {{spoiler|Rin/Sakura}}
* ''Synopsis:'' Tohsaka Rin has always had a habit of ruining plans, including her own. However, even she couldn't have imagined how things would end that night in the rain, when she found Sakura instead of Shirou. ::HF-based, slight AU:
* ''Comments'': Only the first few chapters are complete, but thus far they are consistently excellent. The author has the characterization down perfectly, and has set up a plot that promises to be interesting, to say the least. An excellent beginning, with a lot of promise to stay excellent.
** [[User:Moczo]]: Overall, an very well-written, touching fic with a great deal of potential. Two things worth noting: Additional chapters can be found on the [http://forums.animesuki.com/showthread.php?t=78223 AnimeSuki forums Fate/Stay Night fanfiction thread]. And second, a note concerning the primary pairing in the story: {{spoiler|Chapter Three confirms that the primary pairing is indeed Rin/Sakura, and features them [[Brother-Sister Incest|beginning a sexual relationship]]. It is handled very believably and tastefully, but please be aware it does occur.}}
** [[User:silvercover]]: I always wanted to read a {{spoiler|Rin/Sakura}} fic, and I wasn't disappointed. Theres also some hinting about Saber that might play an important point later. Shirou has the short end of the stick though.
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* Recommended by DaRandomUsername
* ''Pairings'': {{spoiler|Sakura/Shinji}}
* ''Synopsis'': The worms.....they are hungry. They are '''ALWAYS HUNGRY'''.
* ''Comments'': Hey there everyone! Tired of good, old fashioned, happy pairings? Feel up for pushing out of your comfort zone more than you'd care to? Wanna REALLY squick yourself out? If you want something [[Nightmare Fuel|erotically disturbing, or disturbingly erotic,]] look no further than Wiggling. Heaven's Feel spoilers inbound.
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