What are the best episodes of Fate/Zero?

The best rated episodes of Fate/Zero are: The Final Command Spell - S2E11 rated 8.7, The Ocean at the End of the World - S2E10 rated 8.5, Fate/Zero - S2E12 rated 8.5, Where Justice Dwells - S2E6 rated 8.4, The End of Honor - S2E3 rated 8.3, Golden Light - S2E2 rated 8.2, Distant Memories - S2E5 rated 8.1, Bloody Battle on the Mion River - S2E1 rated 8.1

What are the worst episodes of Fate/Zero?

The lowest rated episodes of Fate/Zero are: A Night of Schemes - S1E6 rated 7.3, The Grail Beckons - S1E12 rated 7.5, Rin's Big Adventure - S1E10 rated 7.6, The Fake First Shot - S1E2 rated 7.6, The Summoning of Heroes - S1E1 rated 7.6, Fuyuki City - S1E3 rated 7.6, Master and Servant - S1E9 rated 7.7, Dark Forest - S1E7 rated 7.8

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Best Episodes of Fate/Zero

The Final Command Spell
S2 Ep11
8.7
17th Jun 2012
Two heroes, two masters, one grail; a winner will be decided.
The Ocean at the End of the World
S2 Ep10
8.5
10th Jun 2012
Saber vs. Berserker, Archer vs. Rider, another hero will fall and a secret will be revealed.
Fate/Zero
S2 Ep12
8.5
24th Jun 2012
As commanded by Kiritsugu, Saber unleashes her Noble Phantasm on the Holy Grail, with a completely unexpected result. Who will end up winning the war?
Where Justice Dwells
S2 Ep6
8.4
13th May 2012
Natalia has raised Kiritsugu since rescuing him from the island. He has followed her in every step in becoming an assassin. Over the years their relationship has grown to the point of mother and child, so what Kiritsugu does next is…
The End of Honor
S2 Ep3
8.3
22nd Apr 2012
With all the Heroes exhausted from their win against Caster, Saber has challenged Lancer to a final battle. A battle fought with honor and respect between two Knights. Kiri doesn’t care for honor or respect, he will win by any means necessary and tonight he shows how far he will go.
Golden Light
S2 Ep2
8.2
15th Apr 2012
Rider is shifting Caster into his Reality Marble to buy some time. He asks the other Heroes to come up with a plan to finish Caster off. A phone call from Kiritsugu gives them a fighting chance, but it comes down to Lancer making a difficult choice.
Distant Memories
S2 Ep5
8.1
6th May 2012
As a child, Kiritsugu lived on a small island with his father Nori. Nori's magical work with flowers has captured the attention of a local girl.
Bloody Battle on the Mion River
S2 Ep1
8.1
8th Apr 2012
The battle against Caster continues as the Heroes have no way of stopping him. Toki is trying to appeal to Archer to use his Noble Phantasm to obliterate the monster. Kiri meanwhile, is planning to destroy the source of the monsters powers.

Worst Episodes of Fate/Zero

A Night of Schemes
S1 Ep6
7.3
6th Nov 2011
A car screams down the moonlit streets of Fuyuki City, with a very happy-go-lucky Irisviel behind the wheel and a slightly unnerved Saber sitting next to her. The evening takes a bad turn when a mysterious shadow darts in front of them. The person claims to be Saber's loyal retainer, yet Saber has no memory of them...
The Grail Beckons
S1 Ep12
7.5
18th Dec 2011
Hidden in a Fuyuki hotel, Kiritsugu tries plan his next move, but is still at a loss trying to understand Kirei's motives. Elsewhere, Iry and Saber have moved to a new hideout, a traditional Japanese manor. But while Iry seems excited about their new location, Saber senses something is amiss...
Rin's Big Adventure
S1 Ep10
7.6
4th Dec 2011
The mystery of the mass kidnappings in Fuyuki remains unsolved, with more kids disappearing daily. When Tohsaka Rin can't get in touch with her friend Kotone, she braves the darkness and enters the city on her own to search for her. That's when she spots a strange man leading two kids around and decides to follow him...
The Fake First Shot
S1 Ep2
7.6
9th Oct 2011
Kiritsugu and his daughter Illyasviel stroll through the Einzbern woods. As Saber watches the happy parent and child, she ponders why Kiritsugu has not spoken to her since she was summoned. And in Fuyuki City, the battle ground where the Holy Grail War will be fought, the seventh and final hero is summoned.
The Summoning of Heroes
S1 Ep1
7.6
2nd Oct 2011
Seeking the power of the Holy Grail, something that can make miracles occur, seven different mages summon seven Heroes, and fight until the last man remains--a battle of epic proportions, the Holy Grail War. In preparation for the war, various participants are chosen from all over the globe. Eight years ago in Einzbern Castle in Germany, a girl named Illyasviel is born. Her father, Kiritsugu Emiya, embraces her knowing he will be part of the battle, as well.
Fuyuki City
S1 Ep3
7.6
16th Oct 2011
All the servants have been summoned and now it is a game of spy vs spy. Who will be the first to take the initiative in Fuyuki City?
Master and Servant
S1 Ep9
7.7
27th Nov 2011
Kiritsugu and company are wrapping up after the assault on their castle, and the Einzbern Master decides to ignore Saber's desire to pursue Caster, instead leaving on his own to finish off Kayneth. But Kayneth, after being saved by Lancer, has awakened to find himself bandaged and strapped to a bed. Sola-Ui explains the hopelessness of his current situation, and offers a shocking proposal...
Dark Forest
S1 Ep7
7.8
13th Nov 2011
The rules of the game have changed and the Masters have a chance to earn an extra command spell. All they have to do is find Castor and kill him.

Fate/Zero Episode Guide

The Summoning of Heroes
S1 Ep1
7.6
2nd Oct 2011
Seeking the power of the Holy Grail, something that can make miracles occur, seven different mages summon seven Heroes, and fight until the last man remains--a battle of epic proportions, the Holy Grail War. In preparation for the war, various participants are chosen from all over the globe. Eight years ago in Einzbern Castle in Germany, a girl named Illyasviel is born. Her father, Kiritsugu Emiya, embraces her knowing he will be part of the battle, as well.
The Fake First Shot
S1 Ep2
7.6
9th Oct 2011
Kiritsugu and his daughter Illyasviel stroll through the Einzbern woods. As Saber watches the happy parent and child, she ponders why Kiritsugu has not spoken to her since she was summoned. And in Fuyuki City, the battle ground where the Holy Grail War will be fought, the seventh and final hero is summoned.
Fuyuki City
S1 Ep3
7.6
16th Oct 2011
All the servants have been summoned and now it is a game of spy vs spy. Who will be the first to take the initiative in Fuyuki City?
Spearhead
S1 Ep4
7.8
23rd Oct 2011
As Saber and Lancer continue their battle, Kiri and Maiya continue the search for Lancer’s master. What they discover is shocking…
A Wicked Beast's Roar
S1 Ep5
8.1
30th Oct 2011
Rider suddenly appears just the battle with Lancer reaches its climax, much to Saber's consternation. Undeterred, Rider calls out to the many people observing the fight from within the shadows...but it seems he's not the only heroic spirit drawn in by the battle.
A Night of Schemes
S1 Ep6
7.3
6th Nov 2011
A car screams down the moonlit streets of Fuyuki City, with a very happy-go-lucky Irisviel behind the wheel and a slightly unnerved Saber sitting next to her. The evening takes a bad turn when a mysterious shadow darts in front of them. The person claims to be Saber's loyal retainer, yet Saber has no memory of them...
Dark Forest
S1 Ep7
7.8
13th Nov 2011
The rules of the game have changed and the Masters have a chance to earn an extra command spell. All they have to do is find Castor and kill him.
The Mage-Slayer
S1 Ep8
8.0
20th Nov 2011
Battle rages throughout Einzbern Castle: Kayneth's magical mercury sphere versus Kiritsugu's formidable gun arsenal, Saber and Lancer join forces against Caster in the forest, and Irisviel detects a new enemy as she and Maiya make their escape.
Master and Servant
S1 Ep9
7.7
27th Nov 2011
Kiritsugu and company are wrapping up after the assault on their castle, and the Einzbern Master decides to ignore Saber's desire to pursue Caster, instead leaving on his own to finish off Kayneth. But Kayneth, after being saved by Lancer, has awakened to find himself bandaged and strapped to a bed. Sola-Ui explains the hopelessness of his current situation, and offers a shocking proposal...
Rin's Big Adventure
S1 Ep10
7.6
4th Dec 2011
The mystery of the mass kidnappings in Fuyuki remains unsolved, with more kids disappearing daily. When Tohsaka Rin can't get in touch with her friend Kotone, she braves the darkness and enters the city on her own to search for her. That's when she spots a strange man leading two kids around and decides to follow him...
Discussing the Grail
S1 Ep11
8.0
11th Dec 2011
Rider, Saber, and Archer sit down for a drink and discuss what makes a King. The talk turns to violence when Assassin interrupts…
The Grail Beckons
S1 Ep12
7.5
18th Dec 2011
Hidden in a Fuyuki hotel, Kiritsugu tries plan his next move, but is still at a loss trying to understand Kirei's motives. Elsewhere, Iry and Saber have moved to a new hideout, a traditional Japanese manor. But while Iry seems excited about their new location, Saber senses something is amiss...
The Forbidden Feast of Madness
S1 Ep13
7.8
25th Dec 2011
Rider and Waver make a trip into town, and stop in a bookstore along the way. There, Waver reads a biography on Rider's life and learns why he aimed to conquer the far east. Meanwhile, Caster and Ryuunosuke return to their destroyed base. A conversation with his Master leads Caster to an epiphany, and with insanity in his heart, the mad magician begins casting a certain spell...

In the Holy Grail War, seven magi chosen by the Holy Grail itself must summon seven Heroic Spirits to compete for the omnipotent Grail, a magical device that grants the victor any wish they desire. After three inconclusive wars, the fuse has now been lit once again for the fourth time.