Shirou

Shirou is a prominent character originating from the visual novel series Fate/stay night, developed by Type-Moon. He is the primary protagonist of the Unlimited Blade Works route and a significant figure throughout the franchise. Shirou's defining characteristic is his idealistic, albeit often misguided, desire to become a hero of justice. This aspiration stems from his survival of the Fourth Holy Grail War and the subsequent trauma he experienced.

Initially presented as an ordinary high school student, Shirou possesses an innate ability known as Projection Magic, a rare form of magecraft. While not naturally gifted in conventional sorcery, his skill in this area allows him to replicate weapons and even conceptualize them. His determination and strong will often compensate for his lack of raw magical power. Throughout the Holy Grail Wars he participates in, Shirou forms contracts with various Servants, most notably Saber and Archer. His interactions with these heroic spirits and the harsh realities of the Grail Wars profoundly shape his worldview and challenge his idealism. Shirou's journey is one of self-discovery and grappling with the consequences of his noble but often unsustainable goals.