Youth and Dreams — these two things tend to go hand in hand. Sensei himself understands just how difficult it is to continue chasing one's dreams as an adult, which is why he is hard at work to make sure that his students can freely chase theirs, with him guiding them so they don't go too far while chasing after their own dreams.

His performance had been flawless. His painstaking perseverance had produced the perfect product. But no one has ever spoken of what might transpire once the last light had dimmed, for to them, the stage is fleeting. For one such as Emiya Shirou, who has acted for far too long, even the path back offstage had faded into dust, buried by the sands of time.

Counter Guardian EMIYA and Tanya von Degurechaff, reincarnated as siblings in the chaotic world of Worm, find themselves entangled in a web of power struggles, survival, and moral ambiguity. Neither knows the truth about the other, but both carry the scars of their former selves. As they navigate the deadly politics of the world around them, will they end up better or worse than be

(Heroes of Man Book 2) Ritsuka has gathered more than half of his missing servants. Through all the trials and tribulations, he, Emiya and the rest have overcome all that Essos could throw at them. Now, however, they arrive in Westeros, and the need to find their remaining comrades weighs heavily on their mission, and north of the Wall, dark things stir.

A few months after adopting the boy he saved from the fire, Kiritsugu agrees to take in another child as a favor to an old friend. 12 years later, Shirou Emiya moves to Tokyo for two reasons - To find a way to save Illya, and to find the truth behind his connection to the author, Sen Takatsuki. A Fate/Stay Night x Tokyo Ghoul AU. Rating may go up to M later.

Left in a new world with hardly an explanation for his arrival, the only thing left for him to do was to keep walking forward one step at a time for those watching behind him.

The married life wasn't ever something that Emiya Shirou envisioned for himself, and yet he was now a househusband nonetheless. He loved his wife to death—even if that mecha school put her in a bad mood sometimes—but wasn't all this Infinite Stratos nonsense kind of a pain?

The practice of repairing broken pottery with precious metals. it signified the importance of an item's history and the beauty of imperfections. In one reality, the God Hephaestus experiences such a concept. The melding of a Heroic Spirit and Divine Entity creating an impossible miracle. A new God walks the earth...for good or ill. (Will go from Ancient Greece to modern day).

An anomaly has opened up, and Shirou just happened to be there.

A tale of meetings and reunion, and the headaches along the way. The goal was never so straight forward. Clear the dungeon. Or it should have been. Zelretch, you bastard.

OWX-01 Slipstream - an experimental, teleporting fighter jet commissioned by Overwatch. On the day of its inaugural flight, Lena Oxton, pilot of the Slipstream, was caught in an accident and disappeared.

Shirou, Rin, and Sakura find themselves stranded in another world courtesy of a certain Wizard. To survive, the trio starts a clinic while they get their bearings on this alien world. Unfortunately for them, they chose the best (or worst) possible disease to treat. "Shirou, what is that?" "Tainted Mana Crystals."

Emiya Kiritsugu was happy living the rest of his short days. He had put his past behind him... until he began to dream of futures that had yet to be. Let it be known that the Magus Killer was not dangerous simply because he was dying and had no plans to fight. Slowly being put on Royal Road over time.

"Emiya Coffee shop, how can I help you?" "Hello mortal, there's a new task for you." "I'm seeing my kid today, reschedule it." "Percy's on a quest right now." "Me speaku nolu Engulishu, wlongu numbelu, solly." "I'm literally a deity. And I will have Hestia contact her." "Hmm. Do it, no balls. It's not spring." "Hestia said she's coming to see you." "...I'll be there in a moment."

Shirou had always trusted in his ideals. In this world full of heroes though, Shirou finds the entire system flawed. The heroes of today were well moulded in their beliefs. The potential heroes of tomorrow however were a different story.

Kotomine Shirou, only son of an unholy priest, arrives at an unholy town for work.

After an odd 4th Holy Grail war, Archer finds himself in a world beyond his own. Free of Alaya, Archer was ready for a life of solitude till a woman named Mereleona dragged him out of his seclusion. Across a world yet tamed, Archer will find the flames of life once more, and a rusted blade will be reforged. Now, if only Mereleona stopped smiling that stupid grin. Slow Burn Romance.

On that day, just like countless eons ago, EMIYA Alter was saved from the brink of death.

After several years of traveling the world's battlefields, Enforcer Shirou Emiya finds himself in Shin Tokyo. Leave it to him to go on vacation and end up trapped in yet another battle royal between magical beings. Inspired by Gabriel Blessing's In Flight.

Shirou Emiya has had an interesting time adjusting to the world of his new king, Serafall, but not a terrible time. That is until a spell gone awry brings a different, and far more irritable, Issei Hyoudou into the fray. Will they get along or is a giant mess in store for the both of them? Either way it's gonna be quite a time for the world caught in the middle! GAIWP x ADLH

Sometimes it just takes one gem to change the course of history. Read how the story changes as one, gem the only one of its kind, changes the course of the universe.

A café suspended between dimensions, a Sword, and an unexpected inheritance. Here, fate's threads unravel, forgotten figures resurface, and unknown beings visit, and the scent of freshly brewed coffee lingers in the air. In this place beyond destiny, identity and worlds, what kind of hero had he become?

A certain Counter Guardian never thought he would get his wish of freedom in the form of reincarnation. But, instead of being able to enjoy his newfound life, he was thrusted into a world filled with Curses. Even worse? Having the most annoying, idiotic, abrasive, condescending and overall insane… big brother. Damn you, Satoru Gojo.

Shirou had always been an odd child. Chasing a past he couldn't have lived through, yearning for dreams he couldn't have had and missing people he couldn't have known — Kōsetsu Shirou struggles in vain to navigate a world where the supernatural is natural. Some mysteries, however, are beyond even the Devil's grasp; Truly, reincarnation is the greatest of punishments.

The Camelot Singularity took place on the advent of the Ninth Crusade for the Holy Land. Wherein the Knights of Camelot overpowered the kingdoms of the Levant to secure the Goddess Rhongomyniad's hold on Jerusalem. But what if the Singularity happened just a Few(?) years before the 9th Crusade? What if the Kingdom of Heaven still stood tall and strong to face this false Goddess?

In a world where the Last Hero's birthbed was the place of his death, the eventual fate of the world lies on a razor's edge. How will Orario, and the rest of the world, fare without the Argonaut? Luckily, there's another who is all too happy to help this possibly doomed world. (FateRoute!Shirou in Danmachi)

Shirou finds a gate and a new world free from the restrictions of Gaia. A clash of science and magic along with the ramifications involved.

Born with gutter blood in his veins, Duncan dreams only of proving himself a worthy knight. Yet, as he delves deeper into the world of knighthood, he discovers it is far from what it seemed. Joined by a mysterious knight and a young squire with secrets of his own, Duncan embarks on a journey to uncover the true meaning of knighthood through trials of courage and honor.

A ruthless arms dealer meets a lone warrior who carves through armies like a blade. Drawn by his mystery and deadly skill, she offers him a place in her world of power, war, and intrigue. But can a killer chasing a reason for the blood he's spilled survive a serpent's game of lies, blood, and fate?

¿Cuánto más debería seguir?, felicidad que llegaba y al mismo tiempo se iba de su alcance ante los gritos que llegaban para mostrarle el pasado, manchado y bajo el barro, pero al final, Shirou no pudo hacer nada más que extender la mano y tomar aquella luz que se puso ante él. Caren solo le mostró el silencio, el silencio de que podría tener para tomar aquel final que no esperó.

Were the skies above the clouds ever so bountiful and majestic? If so, what was my dream compared to the sight that took my breath away? [AU]

Diversión y llanto, ambos juntos, una reía y el otro callaba. Una opera que ambos interpretaban ante un público inexistente, una vida que no se vivía y una vida que quería ser vivida. ¿Finalizar todo por una oportunidad? Un contrato y una promesa, una maldición como una bendición, dando paso a aquella risa unísona que resonó para el miedo del mundo. Emiya x ProtoMerlin.

Linie is a demon who became a subordinate of Aura the Guillotine in the original timeline. But in this fic, she has a soul fragment of EMIYA within her. How might this change the course of her life?

Shirou finds himself in a new world where gods, adventuring, and monsters are an everyday thing.

Blades that are brittle can undergo two paths: They can be repaired or remade. Emiya Shirou is one such blade, using the power of his future self to save his sister. Having succeeded in his quest, he finds himself in another world when he should have died. Now, he finds himself being reforged to a new purpose. He would no longer end men... but their curses instead.

A one shot about the future timeline of Awakening with Shirou Emiya on it.

The tale of Accolon is about a knight favored by Morgan who unknowingly betrays his king by wielding a stolen Excalibur and Avalon against the King of Knight, while the latter is deceived with a perfect counterfeit. Since this knight doesn't exist, the Throne of Heroes chose EMIYA as the closest match. Who knew his Projection Magecraft would come back to haunt him?

He promised to be a Hero capable of saving everyone. But before that he made other promises he can't remember under a different name. How will Shirou react when he finds his lost past? - Shirou/Multi Mature Contents.

He was forged through wrought, favored by two Outer Gods united yet at odds. Endless weapons by his side, Ashes of War born from his stride. Greatness was never his aim, nor did he seek the fame. In a field of swords, he stands, unafraid, unashamed. A pawn to the World, bound to realms far and near. His sister shall be Eternal, while he fades, a nameless hero. [Elden Ring Spoiler]

Saving people was his purpose. With the concept of heroism being so tightly threaded into who he was as a person, it came as no surprise that he would succeed as a pro hero. That said, no one could say they expected him to be brought on as a teacher at his alma mater. That couldn't be a good idea, right?

Kintsugi, the art of mending what was broken to give new life and deeming scars precious. Fusei, that which means asymmetry. A Queen and a Survivor. A Tactician and a Sword. Two people of different worlds, both broken by their fates, shall now intertwine. Cross-Posted on AO3 and SpaceBattles. New Cover Image drawn by 10G-Aerial from SB.

The world had abandoned her. Humanity had betrayed her. The Gods were laughing from their high seats. She had not been broken. Not yet. As long as her hero stood by her side.

This was an age of gods and monsters, not one of man despite this humanity kept pushing forward under the looming safety of the seven archons, whether this fragile society would continue static through this ever-changing world was anyone's guess... he left that sort of thinking to someone else though. He was just a wanderer after all... helping where he could.

For Kyoko Sakura finding a strange pendant and the summoning of a Servant in Red and Black was all that was needed to completely change her world. Perhaps through this man she will one day find salvation. A timeline in which Kyoko summons Archer.

After a brush with death, young Shirou Emiya ends up in the realm of the fae. With his body changed by magic, and the way home uncertain, he will struggle to find a path back. But after centuries spent in Faery, cut off from the rest of humanity, can what emerges still be called a human? Fairy!Shirou AU.

Ilya likes to play video games, and in the time she has remaining, Shirou is more than willing to play the new VR game with her. But when they are trapped inside the game, [Sword Art Online], they determine something even more distressing: Kayaba Akihiko is definitely a Magus.

Unaware of loss, nor aware of gain. That phrase defined him since the day of his birth. However, the words of a certain magus allowed him to finally break free from the shackles that made him Shirou Emiya. The counterforce would not acknowledge the contract of a man who didn't exist, so where else could he go, other than back to the beginning?

One's fate is not decided by chance, but by choice. A hero will rise from the desolate sands of Hueco Mundo.

On the eve of the Fourth Holy Grail War, a different Caster is summoned in a different house with a different family's blood. And so, the Fate of the Holy Grail War will forever be changed. This is the story of those seeking redemption for their sins.

This isn't the story of a boy who dreamed of becoming a hero of justice. That's someone else's story. This is the story of a boy who simply wished to protect his family and loved ones... but it came at a heavy price... one that I later came to regret. Everything changed when I accepted that offer... and shouted those two words.

In a timeline where Shirou Emiya would have become a Counter Guardian, a past love makes a final plea that changes everything. Being released from his future duties and sent to another world, all he was told was to "Be happy". But can he find happiness among monsters? Rimuru and co have something to say about that! Pairings undecided atm.

Fortune came in all shapes and forms. For some, it was an event. For others, it was a material gain. And, for even more, it was emotional wealth. Shirou Emiya was no stranger to surprises yet not even he could predict the strange turn of fate. He'd always been a Fake Hero, but now he needed to be a different type of Hero, A Father. (Written as part of Alex Kellar writing contest)

Shirou is unwittingly thrust into the Sekirei plan along with his hired help...and by that it means that the pair of them were shunted into this world by a certain Vampire for his own amusement. Now Shirou as to contend with aliens...and a certain super weak servant as his only available ally.

In a different world, a Willow Tree was planted to an abusive caretaker but in an alternate world, That Willow Tree was instead planted in a land full of blades and steel. (Writing Contest)

He awoke in a strange land, remembering only pain and the ravenous desire to search for something lost to him, only to catch the eyes of a passing raven. She thought she had found a priceless weapon, an indispensable tool better than any she could have plundered, in the form of an amnesiac kid. What she received however, was something far more precious.

The Moon Cell was the most advanced AI ever developed. In the 4 billion years that it had been around, it had known that it was well and truly alone. The only one of its kind. At least, until it slid into one universe where that wasn't exactly the case. Sure, it might not have been as powerful as it was, but what sort of adult would it be if it didn't take care of a child?

She had made a mistake. She'd thought him as just another Pawn to add to her collection. When she had finally noticed it was already too late. He was no Pawn, he was a Knight: A Sword; one that would make this Queen remember what it meant to feel like a Princess once more. Rated M for safety.

Becoming a sword to protect was his goal. It was a grand, yet humble dream. Changed by his experience in the Holy Grail War, Shirou had begun taking his first steps on the path of a true hero. He didn't expect, however, to somehow end up in a time far unlike his own and earn fame and glory amongst legends. From here, a new history will sprout, and a new tree of time will grow.

Upon the deaths of the seven Servants of the 5th Holy Grail War, the Heroic Spirits expected to disappear. What they did not expect was for them to be summoned once more to fight in the Holy Grail War, this time, as Ruler's own faction in the war against other Servants. The Great Holy Grail War commences with three factions rather than two!

A hero more rust than man let loose in a galaxy of myriad grays, walking the familiar steps and seeking answers at the end of that long, winding road. (Editing ch26)

With his final breath, he destroyed the Holy Grail. Devoid of purpose after discarding his ideals, he laid down to die. Through the work of fate Emiya Shirou does not die, but instead awakes in a new world. Now, he who no longer wishes to be a hero will have to forge his path once again in a world in need of heroes.

When I sold my soul to the Devil, I thought I was prepared for anything. I wasn't. I didn't expect him to be a her. Or dressed up as a magical girl carrying a pink wand tipped with a cheerful yellow star. Her being a prankster however didn't come as much of a surprise. You know, the Bible would have been a whole lot more interesting if they included stuff like this. Complete AU

When Shirou destroyed the Grail, he wasn't expecting it to grant his wish anyways by turning into a rocket and spiriting him away. In a new world, filled with monsters called Grimm and superheroes called Huntsmen, he's finally able to pursue his dream to become a hero! Of course, Grail-kun isn't going to make it easy for him. Semi-serious Carnival Phantasm crossover!

Near the conclusion of the events of Heaven's Feel, the attempted destruction of the Great Holy Grail causes an unforeseen outcome that has led Shirou, Rin, Sakura, Illya and the servant Rider to be transported to a different dimension. How will they fare in a world filled with Grimm, Dust and Hunters?

Shirou never expected to be summoned to another world, but now all he wants to do is finish save it so that he could return home to his family. But it order to return home, he will first have to survive. First rule of surviving as a summoned hero, don't trust ANYONE. (Retiring this story)

Half a decade after the grail war had passed and they've spent their days enjoying the peace. After everything they had faced, Sakura and Shirou had lived happily together. In the world of dreams however, Shirou would still often see the fire and sometimes the war. Recently however, his dreams would be plagued by a certain purple haired servant.

A collection of snippets and dabbles recording the alternate lives and troubling times of the adoptive son of Wizard Marshal Kischur Zelretch Schweinorg, Shirou Schweinorg. Akasha preserve him because he's going to need the help...

Not all roads are easy, but every road is worth travel. For who knows what you shall find in doing such? But forget not where your journey began.

No matter what he does, No matter what universe he is in, Shirou Emiya has always and will always give everything he has to protect his loved ones. Even if it means surpassing the True Magics. AU.

Among the infinite possibilities that exist upon the tree of time, the boy known as Shirou lay dying among the inferno of the Holy Grail. This time, however, he wasn't saved by a certain magus killer. Instead, he has been set down on a route that will affect history as they know it. It was a one in a trillion chance, but perhaps now he can succeed where his other selves failed

The followers of R'hllor had long searched for their lord's champion, the one who would sit on the throne of swords. Well, who better than to sit on a throne of swords than a man who is made of them? Hell, he's already acquainted with the princess. To bad neither of them actually wants the throne. They just want to convince everyone to stop killing each other.

He might have forgotten everything he had ever known, but that didn't matter once he picked up a sword. Some things are just too well ingrained to be completely forgotten. Now all he has to do is learn to put these skills to good use, and maybe figure out what was going on between him and that Tsundere girl.

With no memories of anything besides his name and his skills, which seem to include a strange propensity for swords and a peculiar ability he only knows as magecraft, a boy wakes up in a cave with twelve others. Is the overwhelming desire to save others enough to survive in this new world?

The long-separated lovers who reunited in Avalon awaken to the prologue of mankind's destruction. Prompted by the sight of Fuyuki in flames, they set forth to fight together once more.

She was a carefully crafted lie. Similarly, only she herself knew the truth.

Accepting what should have been an easy job, Emiya Shirou is pulled along into a catastrophe with repercussions echoing through time. Once again, he must surpass himself if he wishes to survive and save those pulled into this disaster.

Shirou Emiya dies betrayed and unhappy with his life after a long stream of personal failures. After being offered a chance to try again in a new world, along with a blessing of his choice, will he come out happy with his life? Or will he repeat his past mistakes? You can probably guess. He's Shirou Emiya. He'll do both.

[One-Shot] x [One-Shot] Shirou Emiya - an ordinary boy who wants to be a hero. And to be a hero, one needs to be strong enough to save the people in need. However, when you are literally strong enough to win every battle with one punch, you notice that it's not quite as grand as it sounds... Now with additional Servant Puncher version! [FSN x One Punch-Man Crossover]

He didn't know how he got here nor did he know why. All he knew was that people were suffering and he had to save them, even if he had to suffer for it. Hiatus

A decade has passed since the Fifth Holy Grail War and Shirou now walks to a peaceful place for him to rest, his life done and wanting nothing more than to hold his Saber in his arms. However, soon he will find out that Saber does not wait for him in Avalon, but in a place far more chaotic and war torn. Treating with the one who gave Saber her gifts, he pursues. Alt of LoS by Vahn.

Honestly, Shirou was beginning to think that he should be used to this; being unwittingly selected to take part in brutal tournament that he had no idea existed until he found himself in the middle of it. Then again, second times the charm, right?

It was just a small wish: To live with their master and their friends as those uneventful days passed by, to see him grow up as he chased his ideals by his own strength. To become an ally of justice; a hero who can save everyone.

In the fire that ravaged Fuyuki city, it was not Emiya Kiritsugu who saved the life of a young Shirou, but the tainted grail itself.

A story of love and loss, friendship and romance, and a sword. Sometimes happy endings just take a little time to happen.