The story of Fate/Samurai Remnant centers on Miyamoto Iori, the adopted son of the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi. Initially, Iori strives for a quiet, modest existence, but his peaceful days are abruptly disrupted when he is discovered to be a Master in the Waxing Moon Ritual.
The Protagonist and His Calling
- Miyamoto Iori: Living a life far removed from grand adventures, Iori is the focal point of the narrative. His peaceful, unassuming routine is shattered when he is drawn into a conflict far beyond his control.
- Discovery as a Master: His peaceful facade breaks down when he is identified as a Master, marking him as a participant in a perilous supernatural battle.
The Waxing Moon Ritual: Edo Japan's Holy Grail War
The Waxing Moon Ritual is the name given to Edo Japan's equivalent of the Holy Grail War. This ritual is a grand competition where Masters, like Iori, summon Heroic Spirits (Servants) to fight on their behalf. The ultimate prize is the granting of a wish by the Holy Grail.
Key aspects of the Waxing Moon Ritual include:
- Setting: The conflict unfolds within the historical backdrop of Edo Japan, offering a unique cultural and period twist to the established Fate lore.
- Core Conflict: Masters and their Servants engage in a deadly battle royale, driven by personal ambitions, loyalties, and the desire to claim the powerful wish-granting artifact.
- Iori's Involvement: As a newly discovered Master, Iori is thrust into this perilous ritual, forcing him to confront dangerous adversaries and make difficult choices that will determine his fate and potentially the fate of Edo itself.
The narrative explores Iori's journey from a humble individual trying to scrape by, to a central figure embroiled in a high-stakes struggle for power and survival, fundamentally altering his quiet life forever.
