The new Fate/Strange Fake opening song is “PROVANT”. Hiroyuki Sawano composed this epic track. Jean-Ken Johnny and TAKUMA provide the vocals. Producers replaced the famous song “FAKEit” for commercial reasons. They wanted to promote fresh music and generate new revenue.
A Divided Fanbase
The release of “PROVANT” sparked a massive debate. Many fans absolutely love the song. They even prefer it over “FAKEit”. However, critics strongly disagree. Some call the track mediocre. Others say it sounds too similar to Sawano’s recent work. For example, fans compared it to the Solo Leveling soundtrack. Sawano’s musical style is very consistent. Because of this, some listeners find the melody predictable.
Stunning Visuals by A-1 Pictures
Despite the musical divide, the visual quality is undeniable. A-1 Pictures delivered crisp and spectacular animation. Many Reddit users praise the studio’s hard work. Some claim it surpasses the legendary Ufotable openings. Tooru Iwazawa directed the video. Sakazume Takahito and Shun Enokido created the storyboards. Together, they crafted an absolute marvel.
A Visual Feast for Veterans
This opening heavily rewards veteran fans. It is a true visual feast. The video is loaded with hidden details. You can spot many references to other “Nasuverse” works. For instance, it teases a Rider with a grudge against a Greek hero. However, there are no character name tags. Revealing true identities would be a massive spoiler for the plot.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why didn’t they use the song “FAKEit” as the opening? This was a purely commercial decision. “FAKEit” is an older track. It already has over 16 million views on YouTube. Producers wanted to release a new song instead. This helps generate more revenue and promotes fresh music.
What are the hidden references in the opening? The animation contains many direct nods to the franchise. You will see references to Fate/stay night and Fate/Zero. It also includes Fate/Grand Order and Tsukihime.
Is Fate/Strange Fake a good anime for beginners? No, the community strongly advises against it. Ryogo Narita wrote the series using multiple points of view. It also has an overwhelming amount of lore references. You absolutely need prior knowledge of the Fate universe to follow it.
This opening is amazing!
This is the best Fate OP yet!!!
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I understand that they’re a bit similar to Solo Leveling, but it seems to me that this is their style, at least since No Guns Life OP. Another one that’s very similar is Dragon Raja. Personally, I don’t dislike it, but compared to before, their songs had something different, more emotional, for example, the opening of Aldnoah Zero, 86-Six, or Mobile Suit Hathaway Flash