[The time for answering questions has ended. Answers will now be announced.]
[The video begins with Iskandar and his three companions sitting in the garden. It is actually the sequel to the last banquet of the three kings.]
Iskandar: "Oh, it's actually a follow-up to yesterday's video."
Waver: "You all couldn't come to an agreement, so you started fighting?"
Kayneth: "Are you dense? None of the four servants in the options appeared in the video."
Iskandar: "Looks like someone's here to disrupt the scene."
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["Some more guests have arrived. The struggle session is finally coming to an end."]
[Iskandar put down his glass and murmured.]
[Around the garden, figures wearing skull masks slowly emerged.]
[Hassan of the Hundred Faces appears.]
[The opponent's target is also very clear; it's the Master of the King of Conquerors and Artoria.]
Kayneth: "It seems that the answer to this question is also quite obvious."
Artoria: "Is this your plan, King of Heroes?"
Gilgamesh: "Hmph, the appearance of this rabble has nothing to do with me."
Gilgamesh: "Tokiomi, is this your doing? How dare you act independently."
Tohsaka Tokiomi: "..."
[Artoria moved to protect Irisviel, and Waver hurriedly hid behind Iskandar.]
["Rider, what should we do?"]
["Don't panic, boy. Whether or not a king can receive guests gracefully also reflects his caliber."]
Iskandar looked at the hundreds of Hassans surrounding him and said, "Everyone here is a guest. The words of a king are for all people of the world to hear. Whether you are friend or foe, if you come here with sincerity, feel free to take a seat."
[Iskandar showed his magnanimity as a king.]
[Chatting and laughing even with his enemies, he granted them the respect they deserved.]
The First Emperor: "Not bad, Conqueror King. Though not an emperor, you conduct yourself like one."
Iskandar: "Hahaha, I appreciate the compliment."
[It was evident, however, that Hassan of the Hundred Faces had no interest in Iskandar's invitation.]
[They ignored Gilgamesh, rushing toward the two Masters instead.]
["It seems you won't accept my hospitality. Then, you'll have to drink the cup of punishment."]
[Iskandar stood up, and a tremendous wave of magical energy began to emanate from him.]
[It was clear he was furious.]
[What was meant to be a pleasant gathering had been spoiled, and his guest hadn't even honored him. Even a large-hearted man like him couldn't help but be angered.]
[Armor reappeared over his body, and gusts of hot wind billowed his cloak dramatically.]
[This sudden change made both Artoria and Irisviel sense something was amiss.]
[How could such a hot and dry wind blow through a forest at night?]
[This wind didn't seem to belong to a castle; it felt more like the scorching winds of a broad daylight desert.]
Iskandar: "Assassin, you're quite the mood-killer."
Chihiro: "Tokiomi, Kirei, sending Hassan of the Hundred Faces to the front lines? Are you two trying to make a mockery of strategy?"
Chihiro: "Forget it. Just leave the group already—you're dragging down the entire level here."
Kotomine Kirei: "..."
Tohsaka Tokiomi: "What do you know? This isn't a game."
Chihiro: "Is that an excuse for your terrible decision-making?"
["Saber, Archer, this will be the final question for this banquet."]
[Iskandar spoke loudly: "Let me ask, should a king be aloof? Or not?"]
[Gilgamesh remained silent, letting his demeanor answer for him.]
[Artoria solemnly responded: "If you are a king, you must be aloof."]
["It seems like you still don't understand…"]
[Iskandar shook his head with a smile, saying, "Then I will show you what true kingship looks like!"]
[Suddenly, a hot wind of unknown origin began to erode the real world, blinding those caught in its force.]
[When the wind subsided, everyone found themselves standing in the middle of a desert.]
[The blazing sun bore down on the earth, and all that stretched before them was an endless landscape of yellow sand.]
Artoria: "This… is a reality marble!"
Artoria: "King of Conquerors, I didn't expect you to possess such a domain."
Iskandar: "Hahaha, there's more to it than just that."
Iskandar: "Look closely, at my army."
Waver: "What are you so pleased about?"
Waver: "Your trump card is being exposed right now."
Iskandar: "I don't mind at all. This is a trivial matter."
[Iskandar beamed with pride, explaining, "This is the land my army once marched through. The scene forever engraved in the hearts of the warriors who shared my battles."]
[To everyone's astonishment, figures began appearing in the distance behind Iskandar, marching across the desert sands.]
[In no time, a vast army assembled behind him.]
[Their orderly ranks, the sound of strong footsteps in unison, all conveyed the formidable might of this military force.]
[The army consisted of infantry, cavalry, and generals of all ranks.]
[Each one, a loyal soldier of Iskandar's.]
[These were the elite troops who had accompanied him in his campaigns during his lifetime.]
[Within this army were historic figures—Ptolemy I, founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt; Seleucus I, founder of the Seleucid Empire; Antigonus I Monophthalmus, founder of the Antigonid dynasty; and Lysimachus, founder of the Agathocles dynasty.]
[Now, they had become heroic spirits, and some among them were even more formidable than Iskandar himself.]
[After Iskandar's death, these individuals spent nearly 21 years dividing up the vast empire he had built, each establishing his own kingdom.]
[But when Iskandar called them once more, they rallied without hesitation, filled with excitement to join their king again on the battlefield.]
[Only one figure was missing—Hephaestion.]
[The most loyal among Iskandar's companions, he rejected the call, refusing to associate with his former comrades who had betrayed their king's legacy.]
[Yet, Iskandar bore no grudge.]
[Even among those present, there were some who had later destroyed his lineage.]
Kayneth: "Summoning an entire army… how are we supposed to counter this?!"
Though he had allied with Waver and the others, Kayneth had no idea about the full extent of Iskandar's forces.
The other Masters were equally shocked by the scene unfolding before them.
Even Artoria couldn't be certain of her chances against Iskandar's immense army.
[Iskandar unleashed his entire force upon Hassan of the Hundred Faces, which was akin to using a cannon to swat a fly.]
[The army charged, and Hassan the Hundred Faces was obliterated without a trace of resistance.]
[And so, Assassin exited the stage in disgrace.]
[With the yellow sand fading, the moonlight returned, illuminating the courtyard of the Einzbern castle.]
[The reality marble was lifted, and the scene reverted to the peaceful courtyard.]
[The correct answer is C.]
[Congratulations to Chihiro, Gilgamesh, Hassan of the Hundred Faces, Tohsaka Tokiomi, Kotomine Kirei, Matou Kariya, Zhang Jiao, Red Hare, the First Emperor, and Sigurd for obtaining 5 Saint Quartz.]
[Bluebeard chose not to answer this question.]
[All other participants who answered incorrectly will have 1 Saint Quartz deducted.]
Waver: "Ah, I thought it would be Bluebeard."
Tohsaka Rin: "Me too. I figured someone that vile would be taken care of first."
Kayneth: "Who would have guessed Tohsaka Tokiomi would violate basic strategy and throw Hassan of the Hundred Faces into a suicide mission."
[The first question is over, and the second question will now begin.]
[This segment will feature three consecutive questions. Each question will allow 5 minutes for responses. All group members can participate.]
[Correct answers earn 3 Saint Quartz, while incorrect answers will result in the loss of 1 Saint Quartz. If no one answers correctly within 5 minutes, the question is void.]
[Please watch the following video.]
[The scene shifts, featuring Ryuunosuke Uryuu and Bluebeard on a bridge, engaged in their twisted ritual.]
["Old man, bring out something that would terrify even the gods!" Ryuunosuke shouted.]
[Bluebeard, holding his grim spellbook, gave a kind smile and began chanting, preparing for a summoning.]
[A whirlpool began to form in the river below, growing larger and more ominous.]
["This is going to be amazing!" Ryuunosuke exclaimed.]
Gilgamesh: "This degenerate never changes."
Waver: "What on earth is he trying to do?"
Artoria: "Whatever it is, I doubt it's anything good."
Zhang Jiao: "From the looks of it, he seems to be summoning something."
Tohsaka Rin: "Aside from that disgusting sea demon, does this guy have other creatures he can call on?"
[The scene cuts to Iskandar and Waver walking down a deserted street, illuminated by streetlamps.]
[Waver seems agitated, venting his frustrations.]
[He expresses doubt, feeling that winning wouldn't bring any satisfaction if he's merely following Iskandar's lead.]
[Seeing this, Iskandar laughs and offers comforting words.]
["Do you see that endless sea? That's my goal, Waver."]
Waver: "Endless sea… so that's what it symbolizes…"
[It dawns on Waver what Iskandar truly means by "endless sea"—the limitless horizons he dreams of conquering.]
Iskandar: "Hahaha, seems like you were lacking a sense of direction, little master."
[Suddenly, Iskandar's expression grows serious.]
[He halts, sensing an immense surge of magical energy in the vicinity.]
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