Joker's Fate

Chapter Two

"Both of you sheath your swords, for I am King!", the Servant declares loudly, his voice a rumble like thunder as he spoke, "I am Iskandar, King of Conquers!"

"Did he seriously just tell them his name, just like that?", Joker whispered in both absolute awe and absolute horror of what he is seeing.

Yet somehow, this isn't the strangest night he's ever had.

"In this Battle for the Holy Grail, I am of the Rider Class of Servants!", the man grinned widely, "Ha-ha!"

'Wow', Joker mouthed, this guy, Iskandar went all out. Dramatic entrance, great and loud introduction.

This man has, literally, no fear.

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In all honesty, Joker isn't sure if he should be grateful for the perfect timing, or gaping, at how absolutely arrogant this guy must be to announce his identity so flashily the way he did on the very first battle for the Holy Grail.

The familiar voice of Arsene whispered in Joker's ears as he continued to watch.

'He is, indeed, brash and arrogant. Yet his style and confidence are something to be admired.'

True, Iskandar put on quite a show upon his entrance, and his confidence is something to be admired. Joker isn't all surprised that this man is the King of Conquerors.

"Wh-what the hell are you thinking announcing yourself that way! You idiot!", a teenage boy, that seems to be a year, maybe two, older than Joker shouts fearfully at the Rider Class Servant, who had no qualms upon flicking the boys head, causing him to crash to the bottom of his chariot, groaning as he held his fore head in pain.

Joker wince sympathetically, must be Iskandar's Master, they both seem to be opposites from the looks of things. But on the other hand, Joker has a hunch that maybe, just maybe, this Master- Servant pair aren't as different at first glance.

"Fate has brought us all together in this place to do battle for the possession of the Holy Grail. But first, I wish to make a proposition and offer.", Iskandar announce proudly, sounding excited over it all, before hold out his arms, fling his cape out wide with a grin, "What think you of yielding the Holy Grail to me and joining my glorious and invincible army? You will be treated as honored allies, friends, and brothers in arms!", Iskandar smashes his fists together, speaking very passionately, "Together we shall share in the glory of battle and the joy of world conquest!"

Iskandar looks to both Servant eagerly, unfortunately, it seems that he would be in for disappointment.

Lancer hums, almost sadly, as he shook his head, "I'm afraid that I must decline your offer. As tempting as that offer may be, I may give the Grail to but one man. My new avowed Lord and Master. And not to the likes of, Rider!"

Joker would've said no too, if he were ever asked. Although Iskandar's offer isn't too bad, all things considered. If it weren't for the fact Joker wants to go home and didn't care for conquering or authority figures of any type, he probably would've taken the Rider class Servant up on his offer.

Although, Joker didn't really care for how Lancer spoke to Rider at the end of his little speech.

"Tell me Rider.", Saber speaks frostily, "Did you come here and interfere with our battle, rudely, merely to proffer that ridiculous and laughable plan of yours? This is a grave offense against my honor!"

And this is why Joker has never been fond of knights. Kamoshida and his palace may have been the main cause of that dislike, but this honestly isn't making it any better.