The original Fate/stay night visual novel developed by Type-Moon is released, introducing the story and characters that would become the foundation of the franchise.
The first anime adaptation of Fate/stay night produced by Studio Deen is broadcast, bringing the story to a wider audience.
A new anime adaptation focusing on the Unlimited Blade Works route of the visual novel is released by Ufotable, praised for its animation quality and story.
The prequel anime series Fate/Zero produced by Ufotable airs, based on the light novel by Gen Urobuchi, expanding the Fate universe.
The first movie of the Heaven's Feel route adaptation premieres, continuing to expand the franchise in film format with high production values.
The mobile game Fate/Grand Order is launched in Japan, becoming one of the most popular and financially successful parts of the Fate franchise.
The early establishment of the Holy Grail War system in Fuyuki City, a magical ritual where seven mages summon seven heroic spirits to fight for the Holy Grail.
During a previous Holy Grail War, Kiritsugu Emiya summons the heroic spirit Saber as his servant, shaping the events and legacy of the Emiya family.
The war where Kiritsugu Emiya participates, leading to tragic and pivotal consequences influencing future events and the fate of Shirou Emiya.
After the devastating fire that claimed Kiritsugu's life, Shirou Emiya is taken in by Kiritsugu's family and begins his path that will lead to the Sixth Holy Grail War.
Shirou Emiya unintentionally becomes a participant in the Holy Grail War after summoning Saber as his servant.
Shirou Emiya's storyline focused on protecting Saber and confronting the mysteries behind the war, culminating in the destruction of the Holy Grail to prevent further catastrophe.
Shirou confronts Archer and struggles with his ideals and reality, revealing Archer's true identity and culminating in the defeat of the corrupted Holy Grail.
The darkest path where Shirou faces the corruption within the Holy Grail War, the shadowy influence of Sakura Matou, and struggles to save her and overcome despair.
