In the morning at Beacon a large and unnerving ship descends upon a landing pad. Two Bullheads fly by to show ant-like swarms of people on the paths around Beacon. Meanwhile at the top of a tower veiled behind clouds. Ozpin and Glynda can be seen through the window into Ozpin's office.
"Ironwood certainly loves bringing his work wherever he travels. Ozpin nodded at glynda as his eyes narrowed.
"yes Well glynda, running an academy and a military makes him a busy man But yes, those are a bit of an eyesore. Ozpin then turns to see a hollow-message "Access Requested" on his desk.
" Come in. Then the doors slide open to reveal Ironwood as Ozpin approaches to greet him.
" Ozpin! Ozpin stands at attention at this and nods.
"Hello, General. Ironwood chuckled at this and walked forward as both shake hands as Glynda also approaches.
"Please, drop the formalities. It's been too long. And Glynda! It has certainly been too long since we last met. Glynda rolls her eyes in frustration at this and waves at him.
" oh james, you deal with him oz I'll be outside. Glynda then sighs and shakes her head before she walks away. Ironwood, chuckled at this and watched as she left.
"Well, she hasn't changed a bit. Ozpin chooses not to anwser this As he turns to his desk...
" So, what in the world has brought you all the way down from Atlas? He then pauses as he picks up a mug and a kettle, pouring as he speaks again.
" Headmasters don't typically travel with their students, for the Vytal Festival. Ozpin then turns and offers the cup to Ironwood who grabs it and it clinks as it hits ozpins.
"Well, you know how much I love Vale this time of year. Ironwood then pauses as he produces a canteen from his inside coat pocket and pours its contents into his mug.
"Besides, with you hosting, I thought that this might be a good opportunity for us to catch up. Ozpin walks around to his desk, kettle and a new mug in hand as he sits and pours himself some coffee.
" I can certainly appreciate the quality time between friends, however, a small fleet outside my window has me concerned. Ironwood smiled sheepishly at this and shrugs.
" Well, concerned is what brought face remains blank as he nods and sips his drink.
"I understand that travel between kingdoms has become increasingly difficult. Ironwoods face became serious at this and he narrows his eyes.
"Oz, you and I both know why I brought those men. Ozpin remains silent for a moment before he Takes a drink and sets down his mug.
"We are in a time of peace. Shows of power like this are just going to give off the wrong impression. Ironwood looks uncertain at this and sets his cup down.
" But if what Qrow said is true...Ozpin cut ironwood off at this however as he held up a finger.
"If what Qrow said is true, then we will handle it tactfully, It's the Vytal Festival. A time to celebrate unity and peace. So I suggest that you not scare people by transporting hundreds of soldiers halfway across the continent. Ironwood shrugged at this as he looked a bit ashamed of what ozpin said.
"I'm just being cautious. Ozpin nodded at this as he kept his solem expression and looked at ironwood.
" As am I. Which is why we will continue to train the best Huntsmen and Huntresses we can. Ironwood nodded at this and smiled.
" Believe me, I am. Ironwood then turns and begins walking away but, He stops near the door and looks back at Ozpin.
" But ask yourself this Do you honestly believe your children can win a war? He then waves before he continues on his way to the exit and leaves.
Ozpin sighed at this as he turned around and looked at a picture of his old friends most of which, were alive but some were dead.
" from my experince,I hope they never have to. Meanwhile In the Beacon Academy library, all of Team RWBY and grim are shown playing Remnant special edition: The Game. Weiss and Yang seem calm and are waiting , while Blake, looks obviously distracted, grims face cant be seen as he was wearing his mask, Ruby however, has been contemplating her next move.
" Hmmmmm... All right... All right! Ruby then Points at Yang before shouting at her.
"Yang Xiao Long, prepare your kingdom for battle! Yang nods while Thrusting her elbow down as she balls her fist with a grin on her face.
"Bring it on! Ruby nods before slamming her card on the table.
" I deploy the Atlesian Air Fleet! Yang feigns a look of shock at this while ruby gloats.
" Looks like I get to fly right over your Ursai and attack your walls directly! Ruby then rubs it in more by Makes noises like airplanes flying and bombing as she makes a bird with her hands. Yang grins in her head, Feigning indignance as she points at Ruby.
"You fiend! Ruby is now ducked at one end of the table while talking.
"And since Atlas is part of Mantle, my repair time is only one turn. Ruby then peaks her head up and She gives a look of surprise as, Yang is heard laughing arrogantly. Yang then raises a card and ruby looks disturbed as she sees it before yang slams it down.
"Pretty sneaky, sis, but you just activated my trap card! Giant Nevermore! If I roll a seven or higher, fatal feathers will slice your fleet in two! A scene of a Nevermore flying over a field of swords impaled in the ground plays over the conversation. Ruby however points at Yang and shouts.
"But, if you roll a six or lower, the Nevermore will turn on your own forces! The Nevermore is then shown to be turning back toward Yang.
Yang grinned at this and the two glared at each other as yang spoke.
"That's just a chance I'm willing to take. A few minutes later, Team JNPR is shown to be behind them as Yang and Ruby banter on about the game. Ren and Pyrrha are studying, and Nora is drooling as she sleeps however,soon ruby screams in defeat as yang laughs.
"Nooooo! My fearless soldiers!
Yang stops laughing at this and shrugs as she smiles.
"Eh, most of them were probably androids. Ruby whimpers at this and clenchs her fist.
"Goodbye my friends, you will be avenged. Yang laughs at this and shakes her head.
" Not until I draw my rewards! Which are double round thanks to the Mistral Trade Route! Ruby huffs at this and crosses her arms.
" Bah! Nora follows this up by snores and talking in her sleep.
"Oh. Have pancakes. Yang then chuckles as she plays another card.
"Oh, and what's this? The Smugglers of Wind Path?
meanwhile,Pyrrha clears her throat and then confiscates a comic book Jaune is reading, trading it for a textbook before ruby is heard again.
"Bah! Bah, I say! Yang then fakes an innocent look and grins as she grabs two cards.
" I say, it looks like I'm taking two cards in my hand!
As Pyrrha reads Jaune's comic, a Nevermore player piece is tossed over Jaune's shoulder and then Another piece bounces off of his head as ruby screams in defeat.
"Have you no heart? Ruby then collapses on the table, crying. Grim patted ruby on the back at this before grinning under his mask and talking.
" dont worry ruby ive got this in the bag ill win it for you. ruby stares at grims deck in fear and joy,Yang rolls her eyes and laughs.
"yeah right good luck with that grim your faction has no technology Well, Weiss, it's your turn. Grim chuckled menacingly at this as he looked at his deck before turning to watch weiss who looked confused.
" I have... absolutely no idea what's going on. Yang slides up beside her and puts her hand on her shoulder.
" Look, it's easy! You're playing as Vacuo which means that all Vacuo-based cards come with a bonus. Weiss dead panned at this and stared at yang.
" That sounds dumb. Grim chuckled at this and nodded in agreement.
" i used to think it was to until i picked this faction that is hehehe. While they talk, Yang starts looking through Weiss's cards.
" See, you've got Sandstorm, Desert Scavenge... Oh, oh! She pulls up a card to show Weiss.
" Resourceful Raider! See, now you can take Ruby's discarded Air Fleet—Ruby screams at this in sorrow interupting yang.
" noo! Yang however ignores her and talks.
" —and put it in your hand! Weiss nods at this with intent on her face.
" Okay. Yang then continues to explain with glee on her face.
" And since Vacuo warriors have an endurance against Natural-based hazards, you can use Sandstorm to disable my ground forces and simultaneously infiltrate my kingdom! Just know that I will not forget this declaration of war. Yang then points at weiss before, she pulls away and returns to her seat. Weiss pauses at this and stares at her faction.
" And that means... Ruby excitedly claps her hands and smiles
"You're just three moves away from conquering Remnant! Weiss stands and a thunder clap accompanies Weiss' overjoyed psychotic laughter that she begins to emit.
" Y-yes! Fear the almighty power of my forces! Cower as they pillage your homes and weep as they take your children from your very arms! Grim and ruby stare at weiss in shock but before either could comment yang speaks as her arm is held up in front of them.
" trap card. Weiss looks confused at this and comes out of her madness.
"Huh? Then before weiss knew it, Yang shuffles the pieces on the board, Weiss' pieces disappearing in a puff of smoke.
"Your armies have been destroyed. Weiss slumps in her chair after this, tearing up over being tricked.
" I hate this game of emotions we play. Ruby hops into Weiss' lap at this and encourages her trying to keep her morale up.
" Stay strong, Weiss! We'll make it through this together! Weiss dramatically crys out at this as she and ruby hug.
" Shut up! Don't touch me! Grim chuckles at this remaining silent and waiting as he looks at his deck in silence ready to play his favorite card of the game meanwhile yang is quick to speak,Putting her arms up behind her head and calling to a distracted blake.
"Alright Blake, you're up! Blake shakes her head at this and breaks out of her trance.
"Oh, um, sorry, what am I doing? Yang smiled and waved her hands as she talked.
"You're playing as Vale, trying to conquer the Kingdoms of Remnant! Blake nods at this but still looks distracted not that anyone noticted.
"Right
Grim however silently observes blake and his eyes widen as he notices similar looks on her face to his own but stores those thoughts away to bring up later while jaune approachs the table.
" Hey! Can I play? Ruby shakes her head no at this and smiles.
"Sorry Jaune, we've already got 5 people were lucky grim had the special edition which includes the grim tribes so he could play as well. Weiss nods at this and rolls her eyes as she adds in on the subject.
"Besides, this game requires a certain level of tactical cunning that I seriously doubt that you possess. Yang dead pans at this and tilts her head at weiss.
"Uhh, you attacked your own naval fleet 2 turns ago. Weiss makes an annoyed sound at yangs comment while grim chuckles and whispers burn. Jaune however glares at weiss with a determined look.
"Bring it on, Ice Queen! I'll have you know that I have been told that I am a natural born leader! Weiss sneers at this and rolls her eyes.
"By who? Your mother? Jaune smiles sheepishly at this and stammers as he rubs his head.
"A-and Pyrrha! Pyrrha then apears waving and greeting them.
"Hello again! Jaune then starts Begging with both hands folded together.
"Come on, let me play your hand for a turn! Weiss glared at this and moved her things away from jaune.
"I'm not trusting you with the good citizens of Vacuo! Jaune tilts his head at this and looks disapointed.
"Why not? You've trusted me with way more important stuff before. I mean, you told us all that Blake is secretly a Fa. Pyrrha however darts over and slaps a hand over Jaune's mouth before speaking.
" Fun-loving person, whom we all admire and respect. Jaune laughs nervously while, Everyone except grim looks nervously at Blake who looks obviously annoyed that her secret is out. Jaune coughs at this and smiles and bows before he and pyrrha begin to leave .
Right. That. Ladies, enjoy your battle. Footsteps are then heard as Sun appears holding his fingers in a "peace" sign.
" sup dorks. Ruby smiles at this and waves at him.
"Hey Sun nice to see you. Grim chuckles and nods at sun before laughing out loud.
" just conquering remnant by laying down this card here. Grim then lays down a card called the power of hatred which not only turns the troops of your oppents against themselves but also allows the user of this card to take any and all grimm and use them to win. Yang growls at this and pounds her head on the table, while weiss and ruby cry dramaticaly while, blake still looks distracted as grim cheers making sun laugh.
" ha your as cool as neptune grim so Ruby, Yang, Blake... Ice Queen .Weiss interupts him after that and scowls.
"Why does everyone keep calling me that? Silence is weiss's only anwser and she pouts while sun speaks again.
"I never got a chance to formally introduce you to my old friend. Neptune looks at them all before raising an eye brow.
"Uhh, aren't libraries for reading? Ren replys to this by throwing his arms up and shouting.
" Thank you!Nora then chose to wake up by popping her head up and shouting.
"Pancakes! Sun grins at this and shakes his head.
"Shut up. Don't be a nerd. Neptune raises an eye brow and shakes a finger at Sun.
" Geh, geh, geh, geh! "Intellectual," okay? Thank you. Hello everyone,I'm Neptune. Weiss looks at him in interest and asks a question.
"So Neptune, where are you from? Neptune smiles as he approachs weiss and anwsers.
"Haven,And I don't believe I've caught your name, snow angel. Weiss blushed at this and smiled lightly.
"Um, I'm Weiss. Jaune looks flabbergasted at this and complains.
"Oh come on Are you kidding me!? Grim turns to jaune and shakes his head no before putting a figer to his lips as he slips his mask up. Neptune meanwhile smiles back at weiss and bows causing her blush to get deeper.
" a Pleasure to meet you. Sun meanwhile turns to Blake and looks at the game in interest.
"I never took you as the board game playing type. Blakes eyes widen and she quickly gets up before shoving sun aside As she speaks, and leaves.
"Right, well, I think I'm done playing actually. I'll see you guys later. Sun looked confused and worried at this while, Nora just shrugs and randomly states one word.
" Women. A few hours later, blake was sitting with her knees folded to her chest on her bed. Voices can be heard echoing in her head.
"Brothers of the White Fang, why are you aiding this scum? Romans voice is then heard just as cocky as it was before.
"The White Fang and I are going in on a joint business venture together. The sounds of battle follow next including slashes, grunts, gunfire, and Torchwick's laughter which then turns into her meeting with ozpin.
"Well, this has certainly been an eventful evening. Blake says nothing at first looking at the ground as she makes a noise.
"Hmph. Ozpin sips his drink before eyeing blake closely.
" I'm sure that after a night of thwarting attempted robbery, you probably just want to go home and take a nap. But, I was hoping that maybe we could have a chance to talk. Blake nods at this and keeps a blank look.
"Of course. Ozpin smiles once and then turns serious again as he speaks.
"Wonderful. As you know, in order to enroll at my academy, students must first pass a rigorous entrance exam. Most applicants spend years of preparation training at one of the many combat schools around the world. You are one of the few that did not. And you passed the exam with flying colors. Blakes bow flickered at this as she began to speak.
"I was raised outside the kingdoms. If you can't fight, you can't survive. Ozpin nodded at this and picked up his cup.
"Well, you have most certainly survived, Blake. I admire your drive. And I am proud to run a school that accepts individuals from all walks of life. Rich, poor, Human... ozpin then pauses as he Sips his coffee.
"Faunus..Blake glares at him for that but, Ozpin looks at her with an unreadable face.
" Why do you wear that bow, Blake? Why hide who you are? Blake sighed at this a glare still on her face.
"You may be willing to accept the Faunus, Professor Ozpin, but your species is not. Ozpin nodded at this as he frowned and sipped his coffee.
"True, but we are continuing to take strides to lessen the divide. Blake nods at this and her glare drops as she speaks.
"With all due respect, you need to start taking some larger strides. Until then, I'd rather avoid any unnecessary attention. I want people to see me for who I am, not what I am. Ozpin mutters something under his breathe and looks her in the eyes.
"And what are you? Blake tilts her head at this and looks comfused.
" I don't understand what you're asking. Ozpin sighes at this and runs a hand through his hair as he looks at her.
"How did you know the White Fang would be at the shipyard tonight? Blake speaks quickley at this and anwsers ozpin.
" I didn't. I just happened to be at the right place at the right time. Ozpin nods and this and claps his hands together.
"You wouldn't have been the first. But what happened tonight was not an isolated incident. I may be your headmaster, but I am also a Huntsman, and it is my sworn duty to protect this world from the forces that conspire against it. Blake, are you sure there is nothing else you would like to tell me?
Blake frowns at this and nods with a sad expression.
"I'm sure. Ozpin closes his eyes as he stands up and starts to leave as he speaks.
"Very well. Thank you for your time, Ms. Belladonna. If you ever need to talk to me Please, don't hesitate to ask. Ozpin then shuts the door behind him as The rest of Team RWBY then enter and interupt blakes thoughts as they enter their dorm room.
"Ugh, we should have never let him play losing to grim like that was bad enough but then he joins and humilates me at the game im best at ugh! Ruby laughs at yangs reply and pokes her nose.
"You're just mad cuz' the new guy beat you! See, if you had just attacked when I told you none of this would have happened. As they enter, Blake approaches the door to leave but weiss stops her as she points at blakes hand and speaks, making blake retract her hand
"Stop. Lately you've been quiet, antisocial and moody!Yang rolls her eyes at this and shrugs.
" Uh, have you met Blake? Weiss rolls her eyes at this and ignores yang.
"Which I get is kind of your thing, but you've been doing it more than usual! Which quite frankly, is unacceptable! You made a promise to me, to all of us, that you would let us know if something was wrong! Weiss then flips through the air as six copies of her emblem fly through the air before she speaks pointing a finger at blake.
"So, Blake Belladonna, what is wrong!? Weiss is then shown to be balancing precariously on a chair's back feet. She quickly puts the chair away and returns to stand near the girls while, blake shakes her head at this in stress and seems panicked.
" I just, I don't understand how everyone can be so calm. As blake says this a new voice enters the room causing the girls to jump.
" so its as i thought romans plans have you worried as well. As grims speaks and comes out of the shadows the girls, mostly blake, look at him in confusion and some suspicion until, he speaks again.
" romans plans have me concerned as well, to be honest i saved an ex white fang member from some people in masks who work for Roman, so i think its safe to say hes trying to get their loyalty however, unlike me, Blake hasnt taken the stress well. Blake nods and this and forces a smile as she looks at Grim.
" so you do understand huh. Grim nodded and ran a hand through his hair as he looked at blake with concern in his eyes.
" i promised i would . Blake tears up at this and Ruby seeing Blakes stressed state and hearing her plight, approaches her.
" You're still thinking about Torchwick? Blake nodded with panic still visible on her face.
"Torchwick, the White Fang, all of it! Something big is happening and no one is doing anything about it! Yang smiled lightly at this and tried to calm Blake down.
"Ozpin told us not to worry. Between the police and the Huntsmen, I'm sure they can handle it. Blake glared at Yang after she said this and yelled.
" Well I'm not! They don't know the White Fang like I do. Grim coughed as this and smiled meekly at Blake before speaking.
" to be honest with you Oz knows alot more then you think , after all he knew you were a faunus, and the reason why he hasnt sent any of us out is because hes waiting to see what the enemys planning. All of the girls stared at Grim after he said this, Blake was glaring however.
" and how do you know all that. Grim titled his head at this before using his semblence to scratch Blakes ears calming her down.
" i have my shadows remember they serve as my cameras in beacon, well at least in most areas i dont have cameras in some places for privacy. Before anything else could be said Weiss went back to the orginal subject before speaking.
"Okay, between blowing up nightclubs, stopping thieves, being a vigalantee,and fighting for freedom, I'm sure the four of you think that you're all ready to go out and apprehend these ne'er-do-wells! Ruby tilts her head at this and looks confused.
" Uh, who? Weiss however ignores Ruby with a roll of her eyes and keeps talking.
"But let me once again be the voice of reason. We're students! We're not ready to handle this sort of situation! Ruby frowned at this and tried to argue before weiss spoke again.
"Well yeah, but... Weiss however snaps and cuts her off.
"We're not ready! Blake growls at this and shakes her head in annoyance.
"And we may never be ready! Our enemies aren't just going to sit around and wait for graduation day. They're out there, somewhere, planning their next move, and none of us know what it is, but it's coming! Whether we're ready or not! Grim nods at this in agreement before coughing.
" to be honest you four handle your selves well together, not to mention that you have me and that i kicked Romans ass were ready as far as im concerned. Ruby raises her hand at this and does other random gestures, while looking manic.
"Okay, all in favor of becoming the youngest Huntresses and hunter to single-handedly taking down a corrupt organization conspiring against the Kingdom of Vale... say aye.
Grim nods at this in reply and sits down.
" ive been waiting for this to be honest. Yang Pumps her fist enthusiastically and grins
"Yes! I love it when you're feisty! Weiss shrugged at this and sat down as well.
"Well, I suppose it could be fun. Ruby frowned at this and pouted.
"None of you said aye! Blake ignores this with a smile on her face and nods.
"Alright then, we're in this together! Ruby nods before having a look of thought on her face.
" Let's hatch a plan then ! Yang smiles at this and Double-guns her fingers at Ruby.
"Yeah good thinking sis! Ruby suddenly gasps as she freaks out.
" I left my board game at the library! Grim chuckled at this, and amusedly bopped ruby on the nose.
" ill come with you, never change Ruby your adorable. While Ruby blushed at this weiss Places her hand to her head in embaressment.
"We're doomed. Ruby and Grim then run out of the room and down the hallway.
" we'll be right back! While Ruby runs however she isnt paying attention and crashes into emerald while grim stops in front of her.
" Oo-oof! Oh g-! Sorry. Are you okay? Emerald nods and smiles thinly while she offers her hand.
" I'm fine,Just watch where you're going. Ruby then slowy starts to get out of the slouched postion on the ground as she takes Emerald's hand, while Mercury and grim stand beside them. Ruby then nods as she straightens her self out and stands while grim is looking at emerald and mercury.
" Oh, right, sorry Um, I'm Ruby and this is grim! Are you new? Emerald however freezes a bit at grims name but, she is saved as she steps aside to reveal cinder as she approaches.
"Visiting from Haven, actually. Emerald, mecury and grim turn to look at her, while Ruby stares for a moment and Cinder stares back until ruby speaks.
" Ooh! You're here for the festival! But exchange students have their own dormitory. Mercury shrugged at this and shook his head.
"I guess we just got turned around. Ruby shrugged at this and smiled.
"Hey, don't worry, it happens all the time. Mercury and Emerald then walk past Ruby who, gives cinder directions.
" Uh, your building is just east of here. Cinder nods and smiles at this.
" Thanks. Cinder then walks past Ruby as well, only to stop at grim.
" and its a pleasure to meet the grim reaper as well. Grims smiles at this in appreciation and nods as he looks at her.
" thank you for noticing miss? Cinder smiles in delight as she leans forward and whispers in grims ear.
" cinder, its an honor to meet you. Cinder then gestured in acknowledgement to ruby before spinning off of grim, following emerald and mercury.
" Maybe we'll see you around. Ruby waves as she leans on grim and watches the three leave.
"Yeah, maybe! Oh, uh, and welcome to Beacon! Cinder grins evilly at this, and her eyes glow menacingly as she feels grims eyes on her knowing she had grims focus.
"All acording to plan.
Hello everyone whos made it up to this chapter, before i do anything else, I would like to thank all the people who take the time to read my story, i truly enjoy fanfiction and the people on here are nice most of the time. Basically what i'm saying is i appreciate my readers, favorites,followers, reviewers, and the community my story was added to, thank you all, and thanks to the reviews i was able to change chapter one up which, truly did suck at one point, thank you.