(A/N: So, I'm meant to be updating every two day's now because it's easier to work like that. Unfortunately, when I was meant to upload this I had to travel back from my holiday which left me extremely jet-lagged and if I tried to write anything during that time it would have been complete shit. However, now I'm properly rested and back on my laptop which means I can write so much faster. That's about all really.

In response to reviews from chapter 8:

Fantasy OH YEA: Thanks again for the support man and I'm glad you like the Claymore.

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I have literally no idea what to talk about. I've gotten kinda bored watching Jaune just talk to people, talking isn't my strong suit. The power I had him give to him was meant to be used to get stronger, not lazy around. Hopefully, he actually does something this chapter, like punching that Cardin boy in the face. What? I can hate some people more than others.

Time to fight: 1y/355d/16h/12m

A RWBY Fanfiction: Singleplayer

Chapter 9: 1 VS 4

Apparently, when Cardin had said a fight he had meant Jaune against his entire group, not just him. Then again, they all had similar levels to the Arc, one was even level 7! They had traveled to a clearing just outside of town, where people had already gathered to watch. It made sense, life out here must be pretty boring sometimes… or Reagan's forcing them to watch? Probably that one. Then again, Reagan was nowhere in sight, maybe he was off doing another mission? Jaune had no idea and his mind didn't seem to care, it was focused on the fight instead. Backing down didn't even cross his mind.

The environment, at first, seemed like an advantage he could easily use. Unfortunately, it was, basically, a large circular field. Even though it was, what was technically, part of the forest, all the ground was flat and cleared. This place seemed to be an official fighting ring, which probably meant Cardin used it regularly. Well, that's bad for the Arc. Winchester, however, was in extremely good favor, this was his turf, he had enough skill to reach level 11 without Aura and three other people backing him.

A brief flash of slight nervousness flashed in Jaune's mind but e quickly dismissed it. He wouldn't let Cardin beat him as well. It seemed like the entire town was out here but Reagan, the Arc could even see Iron in the crowd. While you would guess he would be on Cardin's side due to how he seemed to do missions with his uncle, he merely nodded to all the competitors and sat down. Instead of sitting, he crouched almost as if he was ready to stop the fight at any moment. It did look like Jaune would get completely destroyed.

As Cardin's posse checked their weaponry Tactics 101 was going crazy. It had already highlighted Sky Lark (The level 7) as the weakest and most of the strategies involved him being taken out fast. Since he had no Aura a well-placed power punch could possibly get rid of him in an instant. And… then Jaune would get beaten to a pulp in an instant by the other three. 'Shit' Jaune thought 'Maybe I ca-'. However, the blonde was interrupted the sound of a rather fat man screaming out "BEGIN!". He was out of time.

Well, it was time to improvise, and so Jaune went on the immediate offensive. He surged forward using his sprinting skill to close the distance but was immediately met with Cardin doing the same thing. Their weapons met sword against mace, Arc against Winchester. It seemed Jaune was holding his own but he was struck back by an attack from Russel. He fell back into the dirt and Dove was almost instantly upon him with a downward strike with his sword. Jaune only barely dodged it with a sideways roll before kicking the Bronzewing in the side. Using his momentum the Arc was able to land on his feet before jumping away from the group barely dodging an attack from Sky.

His four attackers now stood opposite the Arc in a perfect line, all weapons raised. Nearly all of them had confident smirks on their faces, apart from Sky who looked slightly nervous. They stood to face each other for a few moments, which gave Jaune time to think. He looked over what advantages he did have and they all seemed to come back to his Gamer semblance. In just over a week he had gotten this far but he only gained things after fights, not during them. The Arc hadn't been skewered yet so points were out of the question, however, he did still have his skills. Power Punch however required Aura to use and he needs that to take attacks, then again he did heal pretty quick. And he didn't really have many options, so he began to concentrate as Cardin nodded at Dove to move forward.

!Aura defenses turned off!

Bronzewing's blade slashed across Jaune's chest, and to the boy's surprise, blood spluttered out. Taking advantage of Dove's surprise Jaune tried to push as much Aura as he could into his fist before punching the boy backward. The boy in question yelped as his body was thrown into the dirt, smashing the ground up into the air but with a grunt, he finally stopped. Cardin rushed forward immediately with the other two slightly behind, straight for the Arc. He tried to raise his arms in response but was barely able to do anything before he was thrown across the clearing by a swing from Cardin's mace. Grass and dirt seemed to rise slightly up around him as he flew backward.

He struggled to his feet, his MP having taken a hit. His broken arm snapped back into place with an audible CRACK, making some of the crowd cringe. By now Dove had been helped to his feet by Sky but the sword wielder looked badly hurt. He was still standing, however, and had rage in his eyes. Cardin signaled to Russel as he ran forward and the dagger user fell in behind his leader. They ran towards Jaune, who saw them from a mile away, as he readied his claymore in a striking position. The mace swung towards his head but Jaune pushed it away with the flat of the blade, instead of slashing the Winchester however, he went for Russel. Surprised the Thrush did little to defend himself as he was cut with the blonde's blade. A cry released from his mouth and the Arc smirked at his little victory before getting hit once again by Cardin. Flying across the clearing onto his back.

See, he was the real problem. Alone Jaune could probably take the none Aura members, not with ease but he could do it. But, as always, Aura changed the field entirely. It's how humanity was able to push back the Grimm and how they hadn't been wiped out since and unfortunately Cardin also had the skill to back him up. While his Aura number was comparatively low, that didn't matter if the Arc couldn't hit him. Why do you think nearly every hunter is trained to be able to jump and flip around like an acrobat? Of course, Cardin still seemed limited in that regard but every time Jaune got close the Winchester sent him flying back. Away from Jaune needed was to get close and for that, he would either need to disable Cardin's mace or be faster than him. Well, his STR was already higher and hence closer to the next skill gain.

New Skill Acquired: Fire Fist

Skill: Fire Fist - Passive

Your fists now always look like they're on fire during a combat situation. While they are not actually on fire, it does look pretty cool.

+ 50% STR during battle

+ inability to complete a stealth mission (probably)

His STR was now at 45 much higher than any other stat. While Jaune had done that his enemies had regrouped and now stood opposite the Arc. They all took a step back however as they saw the boy get up and his fists start to glow. Jaune yelled out then rushed forward, sword in one hand and his other hand closed in a tight fist, he went for Russel first. The Arc grabbed the boy and rushed over to the other side of the clearing, slamming the Thrush's head into the ground. Jaune was kicked in the stomach by the boy but he just took the hit and raised the boy and slammed him back down. Russel was released from Jaune's grip but he had already fallen unconscious. Turning around the boy met Dove, who had tried to attack him from behind. Their swords met and sparks flew, however, Dove was by far the better swordsman and was able to twist his blade and disarm Jaune.

Before the Arc could unequip his sword and re-equip it he was immediately set upon by his combatant, with Sky and Cardin rushing up from behind. He rolled to the side and was barely able to dodge a downwards strike from the other blonde but immediately had to dash back to avoid another strike. As Sky set upon him he was forced to use something he wanted to save for his direct fight with Cardin but right now he had no choice. So as both weapons set upon him he activated Repulse. Both of his combatants flew backward, Sky directly into Cardin and Dove… Well, let's just say his injuries might have gotten a little worse. Like, giant bruise turns into huge gash kinda worse. Two down and only two to go. Unfortunately, Jaune MP was really low and one of the two remaining was Cardin.

He lay down exhausted as Cardin threw Sky off himself before standing up. Jaune started to question why he even agreed to this fight. What he did here wouldn't change anything, as far as he knew not killing an opponent wouldn't give him any reward. Beating Cardin wouldn't change him, stop him hating fanus, wouldn't show him humility. Because Reagan would always be there, always showing Cardin the 'right' thing to do and that's why it never stopped. People don't hate people from birth, that was a fact, they're taught by their elders how to act. If Jaune couldn't change Cardin, he couldn't stop that from happening again and again. And, the Arc knew he couldn't change Cardin…

But, that didn't mean he would just lie down like the others in the town, he refused to give up because if he did that now, nothing would matter. None of it would mean anything. So the Arc struggled to his feet and faced Cardin as the Winchester smirked. He had already thought he had won and was almost reveling in his victory. Just another thing for Jaune to use to his advantage.

-End-

For once Jaune stabbed someone! Yay! Next chapter should be good and then after that, the Alpha gonna arrive. I mean wolves are very good t keeping time, you humans do keep asking the what it is after all.

PROFILE

Name: Jaune Arc

Title: Enemy of the System

Level 8: (109/17,071)

Health: 750/1,707

Aura: 1,012/2,100 (50%)

MP: 17/60

-Stats-

STR: 45 (50%)

VIT: 24

DEX: 16

WIS: 15

INT: 15

LUK: 0

Points: 33

Age: 16

Race: Human

(A/N: So yeah, sorry for taking a bit to upload but this chapter is also slightly longer to make up for it. Last time I talked about stats for a bit and I would just like to add something to what I said. When a stat reaches level 100 it will gain a skill every fifty so at 150 then 200 etc. Well, that's about all, bye.)