Fate/Zero



Fate/Zero is a dark fantasy anime based on the light novel series of the same name by Gen Urobuchi, animated by Ufotable. its first cour aired in the fall 2011 season for 13 episodes and its second cour aired in the spring 2012 season for the remaining 12 episodes, adding up to a 25-episode run time.

Why It Rocks

 * 1) Ultrarealistic anime style, which is no less than expected of Studio Ufotable.
 * 2) A dark twist to the fantasy genre, which also has psychological elements to it but is used effectivel.
 * 3) Unpredictable motives that led to thinking what each master or servant would do.