My very first story that I plan to be more than a few chapters long, mostly because the idea won't leave me alone and it isn't something that can be easily done in so few chapters. It's quite a simple plot in pure form; the entirety of JNPR were born four years prior to the main cast of the show, and thus are seniors to those usually their peers.

This is new to me, so constructive feedback is kind of needed, as I've never really done anything over two chapters before.

Honestly, no romantic pairing(s) intended at the moment; I'm not one to do romance and even if I was, I doubt this would be the kind of story to tell it. This is a fairly small AU universe, most key events will still take place, however the change of roles will mean those events will play out differently!

Chapter 1

The newfound presence of beaming light was that of an unwelcome sight, an irritation that formulated a groan from within the darkened realms of his cotton fortress; one that he desperately tried to shield his frail eyes from.

Similar sounds erupted from frigid dorm, some of higher intensity than their counterparts but all shared the wallowing despair they all felt upon awakening. It honestly occurred to him if he really needed to his education at the academy, a sluggish part of his mind argued he didn't. It took him longer than needed to raise from the comfort of his mattress; blonde locks even more so scraggly and eyes that demanded more rest.

The source of the pain could be accounted by a certain brunette leader only a few dorms down, who no doubt their team equipping themselves with throbbing skulls and burning throats. It was meant to only be a small celebration for their success in making it to the final year, a few drinks passed around and a movie to pass the time.

They did not account for the only ginger within his team being a light-weight.

Still, time was wearing on and he doubted Goodwitch nor Ozpin would appreciate both teams showing up a few hours past their due, the former would personally make sure they did arrive within the time set.

"Rise'n shine, time to get up…~!" His own partner was the first to react, her toned body practically rolling off the shrewd bedding, eyes still in a daze and crimson hair freely flowing, she regarded him with a weak smile; sending a partially weak wave his direction to which he returned.

It took around the time for his sleep-inducted partner to waddle into the restroom for the third member of the esteemed team to rise from their slumber; Lie Ren rose from the sheets with the most elegant form of the four of them, seemingly finding no issue with the resulting throbbing and instead sent a knowing look towards the final member that had yet to rise.

"Nora, you need to get up, the Headmaster has called for us." The four years throughout Beacon had yet to change the dynamic between the duo, nor did it change the almost maternal tone he spoke with when dealing with the hyperactive woman.

"Rweeeen…~!" Said devil rolled to her side within a few seconds of silence, pleading eyes looking upon the dark-haired boy in an attempt to secure a few more minutes within the luxury of the bed. It didn't work, Ren had an iron will when it came to the childhood friend and it only took a disappointed glare to send the hammer-wielding huntress

This was his team, one that he had bonded with for three years and coming upon the fourth, a small group he could refer to as a family without hesitation; it was everything he dreamed of when he first enrolled in the academy. They were an odd bunch, one that took awhile to get used to; but he honestly wouldn't trade them for anything.

The start of the day was a routine that had been drilled into their heads since the first year, both women took their respective turns in the restroom then it was the men's' turn, in turn those not rinsing water over themselves would neatly line up each individual's uniform and weapon. It was simple but effective, it was first put into action by the hyperactive hammer wielder to lessen the time needed to wake up and get ready, meaning more slumber for everyone.

No one argued with that notion.

He took it upon himself to cleanse his slumber-ridden face with a good dosage of water when entering the rest room, removing the stained buttoned shirt he slept in in favor of going bare chested. Venture back a few years ago and he would have gagged at the scars that ran along his body, various lengths and size that ventured from the waist up.

Aura was a damn good shield, but even it couldn't heal everything. In his own humble opinion, he believed said scars made him look even more like a kick-ass hero that he once read about.

Still it was odd that they even needed to see the Headmaster today, they'd already passed the physical and theory exams needed to continue onto the fourth year; along with two other teams. It was only luck that Coco had noticed a brief message from the deputy during the previous night regarding the new seniors to report to Ozpin first thing in the morning for a small debrief.

Still, within the minute the acclaimed team strode down the currently vacant hallways, making several turns through the large academy with constant bickering in between. Nora wanted to stop for breakfast and kept nagging upon Ren, Pyrrha kept twisting with her hair every few seconds and Ren just kept sending him glances that begged him to do something.

He just continued to walk in a happy silence.

They reached their destination eventually however, the four members somewhat squished together and waited in silence as the machine sky-rocketed upwards, the cramped elevator shuddered to a stop. Upon the metallic doors opening, he couldn't quite register at the sight they were gifted with.

Goodwitch was sending a stern glare, Ozpin rested his eyes upon them with somewhat curiosity and Coco was sending a shit-eating grin his direction while dragging a finger along her throat. The reactions did cause him to raise an eyebrow, to which his fellow leader made a subtle nudge towards a rather plain clock.

They were nearly an hour late.

I actually wanted to write more here, however this is only the prologue and its' entire purpose was to just set up what's going on...Which it sorta' did, I just removed the second half of it as it seemed to drag on.

What I will say is this however! This story will be updated at the VERY least once every two weeks. I can't keep a promise and say it'll be updated on a certain day within a week or so; meaning it could be updated two, even three times during that timeframe or it could only be updated once.

This is mostly to keep myself motivated for the story and any delays will usually be told in the previous chapter.