Sparks.

The sun rises over Atlas Academy while Team RWBY snores in their beds.

"Salutations!" Team RWBY are startled awake by Penny shouting her greeting in the middle of their dorm room "Good morning, Team RWBY!".

"Ugh, Penny. What time is it even?" Yang said while rubbing her eye.

"Time to be Huntresses, of course!" Penny strikes a pose, holding up two fingers by her head and winking. Three of the girls groans while Ruby was excited.


In Team GHLF's room, Genji wakes up and sighs "Alright ladies... time to get up".

Lena groans "Why do we need to go up this early?".

"One of the drawbacks of getting our licence... and working for the military" Hana said with yawn.

"Welcome to Atlas" Fareeha said.


Later that day Clover briefs everyone, informing them all that their top priority is the Amity Communications Tower, despite the vulnerabilities this will leave Mantle. As the three of them fight off Creature of Grimm, Marrow questions whether Yang and Blake work well together, and they dismiss his concerns by demonstrating their teamwork. Jaune guides primary school students, whose mothers lust after him.

Four of them strike poses, grinning at him. One of the four winks, while another holds out her hand, gesturing for him. The fifth looks away shyly. Meanwhile, a blonde woman in a red coat has approached Jaune with a large casserole.

Jaune smiled awkwardly "Oh, another casserole. That's too kind".

The blonde woman repeatedly attempts to hand the casserole to the reluctant Jaune before forcibly shoving it into his arms, blushing and striking a pose. Meanwhile, a small blonde child in a red coat looks back at her and then sticks their tongue out in disgust and continues walking.

Across the street, Nora watches Jaune "It's totally the haircut".

But Jaune was not the only one getting attention of several ladies. Lena had chosen a mission that involved walking around Mantel and try to keep the people as calm as possible. And it worked, as she walked around with a friendly smile and waved at people, many of who waved back, seemingly happy to see a more friendly huntress walking among them.

As she was walking, a girl suddenly got in front of her with a smile... a smile that made Lena a little nervous "Need any help?".

The girl leans in with a suggestive smile "I believe you can. You see I got an itch I hoped you could help me scratch".

Before Lena could even begin to answer, an older woman, seemingly in her late 20's hugged Lena from behind "Back of kid, I saw her first!".

"Like hell you did! I was about to ask her out before either of you got in the way!" A third woman said as she pulled Lena from the second woman's arms.

"Ladies I-" Lena tried to speak before she was once again yanked in to another woman's arms.

"Ask her out? I was about to propose to her! She is mine!" She said.

"Wait what!?" Lena was beginning to freak out, these women were insane.

As the women kept fighting over her, Lena had no other choice but to blink away and took of running, with all the ladies chasing after her. Several of them even making some... rather inappropriate comments about her butt... maybe skin tight clothes were not the best idea. She used to dream about being popular with women, but after she began dating Ruby, she moved on from that... and now she is glad that she did.

When Lena returned from her mission, her face was covered in kiss marks since she ultimately failed to escape the women. She ended up falling on her knees, begging Ruby to not let those women find her. All Ruby could do was laugh nervously and try to comfort her girlfriend.

Fareeha and Hana spend most of their time guarding the breach in the Mantel wall. No grimm got anywhere near thanks to their combined fire power.

Genji spent some time with Ren and Nora as they patrolled the walls and dealt with any grimm they saw.


When they were not on missions, they liked spending some time training. Genji and his team where sparring against each other. Despite reuniting a while back, they hadn't really had the chance to train together again. Genji was sparring with Lena, who fired her pistols at him, which he deflected with his sword. He then speeds towards her, but Lena waited for the right moment to blink behind him and spray him down with her pistols.

Genji fell to his knees with a groan, Lena laughed "Alright Genji, up for another round?".

"Of course. You are among the few I have trouble keeping up with" Genji said as he stood up, ready for another match.

Meanwhile, Fareeha and Hana were training together. Hana used the shield on her new smaller mech to stop Fareeha's shots, before haing to use her arm to block Fareeha's kick. Fareeha moved around her and kicked her down. When Hana turned around, she had Fareeha's rocket launcher in her face.

"Another one?" Fareeha asked.

"Always up for another round. A gamer never gives up" Hana declared.

Fareeha smirked and they began again.


Sometime later in the training room, Flynt blasts down a block wall with his Semblance, while Jaune blocks the blast with his shield and Hard-Light Dust. Neon Katt skates by, with Nora chasing her.

"Never miss a beat, never miss a beat. Excuse me!" Neon turns and pulls her bottom eyelid down, sticking her tongue out and blowing a raspberry at Nora. She then turns and weaves around block pillars, laughing, while Nora smashes through the pillars with Magnhild. The blocks disintegrate when they are damaged "Come on, lightning bolt, aren't you supposed to be fast?"

Neon skates away into a room-like area. Ren has taken cover behind a block pillar, occasionally leaning out to fire at Ivori, who blocks the bullets with his whip.

"Wow, your boyfriend's actually holding his own!" Neon comes back to where Ren is from the room-like area and leaps over him. As he raises his guns to fire at Ivori, she hits the guns with her nunchaku, using Ice Dust to encase the guns and Ren's hands in ice "Where's all that energy when he's around you?"

She points at Nora while she talks, then skates away. Just as Ivori raises his whip to attack Ren, Nora fires a grenade, which hits him in the torso, knocking him down. Nora then hops onto Manghild and uses it to fly after Neon, growling angrily. The two speed past Oscar and Kobalt and turn the corner.

Oscar attempts to attack Kobalt with his cane. However, Kobalt catches the cane, takes it from him and tosses it away. He then grabs Oscar's head and lifts him up. Oscar kicks him in the chest and flips away. Ironwood, who is watching the spar from an observation room, nods.

Flynt is slammed into a wall by an unknown assailant, and someone flings Kobalt from behind a wall on the other side of the room. Neon skates into the room-like area, laughing. When she comes to a stop, she sees Jaune standing in one of the doorways. She turns and sees Ren standing in another doorway and then Oscar standing in another. She turns to the fourth and final doorway, which has no one standing in her way. She gets ready to skate through, but suddenly she hears someone yelling and turns to look, surprised.

Nora leaps over a wall and slams her hammer down on Neon's face.

Shortly after, Neon talks to JNR and Oscar with a black eye, which soon heals "Wow! That was amazing! You guys have really improved since the Vytal Tournament. And that cute farm boy had a few surprises for us, too".

She winks at Oscar with a cat-like smile, and Oscar blushes with a shy chuckle.

"Well, you really had us on our toes. Thought you had us there for a second, whew!" Jaune said.

"Oh c'mon, it was way more than a second!" Neon said.

"Not bad, I must admit you've all improved" Everyone looked and saw Lúcio walk in with Zarya "Unless you've been slacking on your beats Flynt".

"No way bro, I always keeps the beat going" Flynt told his cousin.

"The others have improved too. That Genji guy actually managed to beat me on his own this time" Zarya said.

"Yeah, that rematch did not go well for us. Fareeha stopped me dead in my tracks" Lúcio said.

"Still, good thing you came. You guys busy? Wanna grab some lunch?" Flynt asked.

"Do we? I could eat a sandwich the size of Kobalt!" Nora grins, and Kobalt takes a small step away from her. Jaune, Nora and Ren's Scrolls buzz. They withdraw their Scrolls to see the words "Incoming Mission" on their screens.

"Ah, man. We'd love to, but um…" Jaune began.

"Duty calls. Maybe some other time?" Ren asked and Nora frowns at the message.

"No worries! The next time you're free, just let us know" Flynt said as he throws up a peace sign.

Jaune awkwardly copies him, earning an amused laugh from Flynt "Yeah, next time".

Team FNKI walk away along with Lúcio and Zarya.

"Hey Ivori, if you're gonna go get froyo, can I have a bite?" Neon asked.

"Aw, come on!" Flynt said and Lúcio laughs.


Later, a truck drives along a long, straight road in the middle of the tundra.

"Not that I'm bored, but why can't we just use an airship to take these supplies to Amity?" Ruby asked.

She Penny and Genji are sitting in the front seat, while an AK-200 drives. Penny was in the middle, while Genji and Ruby were on each side of her. Ruby stares ahead sleepily.

"The components for Amity Tower's construction are far too heavy. All that weight would require precious Dust we should be saving for the launch itself. And the Grimm that will come after" Penny explained.

Ruby begins to come closer to nodding off to sleep "It just makes for long... very long... supply runs".

"At least the tundra is scenic" Penny smiles and looks out the window. In the distance, a pair of penguins watch the truck, squawking.

Ruby was unimpressed "Totally".

"Well, at least it's peaceful. We could use the break from all the battles and crazy fan girls" Genji said, sounding a little annoyed since it seems Jaune's lady attracting ability was contagious, since just like Jaune and Lena, Genji had to deal with fan girls.

Ruby begins falling asleep, soon leaning over to Penny's shoulder "Ruby!" Ruby is startled awake "I just wanted to say how excited I am to be working with you in a professional capacity. As friends!"

Ruby laughs "Me too, Penny".

"Relationships are so interesting and varied!" Penny said.

"Indeed it is. All my closest friends are people I might never have gotten along with if I didn't live with them" Genji said, earning a smile from Penny.

"Speaking of friends… Have you been able to make any new ones? Since, you know…?" Ruby asked.

"Now that I'm the official protector of Mantle, I don't really have a team anymore. General Ironwood says I don't have time for friends" Penny said, though it sounded she didn't agree with that.

"Oh, uh, how do you feel about that?" Ruby asked.

Penny thinks "I feel like I wish I could do both the things I need to do and the things I want to do. Is that normal?".

"That's about as normal as it gets, Penny" Ruby answered.

"You shouldn't be afraid to speak your mind sometimes, Penny. You may not be made out of flesh and blood, but you have a soul. That makes you your own person, so never let anyone tell you that you're anything else" Genji said.

Penny smiled at him "Thank you Genji... you know, since you are part robot now, and I am a robot, and we both were fixed up by Atlas tech... does that mean you are now my half robot brother?".

Genji was silent for a moment before he suddenly burst out laughing hard. Ruby soon joined in, and while Penny was confused at first she did end up laughing as well. After several moments, everyone calmed down.

"Well, Penny. If you want me to be your brother, I don't see why not" Genji said.

Penny smiled widely and gave Genji a bone crushing hug "YES! I have a father, an uncle, and now I have a brother! I am so happy!".

"I-I'm happy too, Penny! But remember, I am only part machine! I still need air!" Genji managed to get out.

Penny let him go and smiled sheepishly, much to Ruby's amusement.

However, Ruby noticed something "Uh, Uncle Qrow".

Qrow and Clover get up and head to the front of the truck "What's going on? Grimm?".

"No. Worse. You two with me. Penny, stay put and keep an eye on our six. We may need an element of surprise" Clover ordered.

"Affirmative. I will plan for six possible outcomes" Penny said and the others look at her as she smiles confidently.

Genji looked at some people blocking their path "So that is the famous Robyn Hill. Fancy seeing her all the way out here".

Robyn and the sheep faunus, Fiona, are standing in the middle of the road in front of a sheet metal barricade built in front of a small canyon

"Alright ladies, time to show them our teeth" Robyn said.

The truck comes to a stop, and Clover, Ruby, Genji and Qrow exit.

"Robyn! Well, if it isn't Mantle's home town hero. Is there a reason you're blocking an official military transport?" Clover asked.

"Clover, I'm so glad you're here. Maybe you can help me understand why this truck that's supposed to be taking construction materials to fix Mantle's outer wall, is on its way to the middle of nowhere? Are you lost?" Robyn asked, though it was clear she knew the answer.

Clover laughs "It's pretty easy to get turned around out here in the tundra, everything looks the same. Thanks for checking up on us though. We'll be on our way now".

Clover starts to walk away and Robyn sighs "I was hoping you'd play it straight with me. What's Ironwood doing with Amity at the old SDC mine?".

Clover stops and turns back to Robyn "Oh, that. Just giving her an annual checkup".

"The next Vytal Festival isn't anytime soon. Only automated drones and a few select Atlas scientists are allowed out here. And Amity's getting invaluable resources we need in Mantle to protect against Grimm. Seems like more than just a check-up" Robyn said.

"You've been scoping it out" Clover said.

"More like spying" Genji mumbled.

"We can't fix the wall without the supplies on these trucks. I think Mantle deserves to know what they're being used for. It doesn't have to be difficult. Just tell me" Robyn walks forward and extends her hand with a smile.

Clover looks at it for a few moments before speaking "I'm going to have to pass on that".

Robyn frowns, then smiles again as she turns her attention to the others "How 'bout you, pipsqueak? Five o' clock shadow? And Robot ninja man? Any of you want to tell me why Mantle's being put at risk for Ironwood's pet project?".

"We're trying to help Mantle. We need-" Ruby began but Clover cuts her of.

"That's enough Robyn. As a potential Councilwoman, you should probably focus on the election instead of harassing Huntsmen. Now, it's time to let us pass" Clover said.

"I think you've misjudged the situation. One way or another, these supplies are going to get where they're supposed to go, Mantle" Robyn declared.

"Then I suggest you do that through the proper legal channels as a Councilwoman. If you get elected" Clover shot back.

Robyn smiles "Now where's the fun in that?".

Clover tenses his hand, and Ruby and Qrow put their hands on their weapons. Genji wasn't sure what to do. This woman seemed to have her heart in the right place, but her methods were dangerous.

Suddenly, Penny flies out from the back of the truck and lands on top of it, her swords levitating around her "Robyn Hill. I would like to politely ask that you call off the Huntresses approaching the rear of the truck".

Clover, Qrow and Ruby look back at what appears to be absolutely nothing behind the truck.

"And while you're at it. Tell the third one to come out. I know that snow pile over there is not real" Genji said

Robyn laughs "Alright. Joanna, May, Yuna!" Two people fade into view behind the truck and the snow pile falls down as another girl in a mech, not to different from Hana's old one, stand up from it "The Protector of Mantle, huh?".

Penny looked hesitant before speaking "Let us through, please".

Everyone remains tense for a moment, ready for a fight. Robyn sighs, and Fiona opens the gate on the barricade. Penny comes down from the truck, and she, Ruby, Qrow and Clover start walking to enter the truck.

Clover stops and looks back "Robyn. Good luck at the election".

Genji remained still for a bit as he looked at the mech girl "You seem familiar somehow. Who are you?".

"I am Yuna Lee. And you can tell Hana that she should leave Ironwood as soon as possible. Unless she wants to become a brainwashed drone, like the rest of the so called huntsmen and huntresses" Yuna said.

Genji narrowed his eyes before he enters the truck and they drive through the canyon.

"That was a close one" Qrow said.

"You're telling me" Clover agreed.

Robyn's Happy Huntresses gather around her as she watches the truck drive away.

"What now?" Fiona asked.

"I want to know why Amity Colosseum is suddenly so important. Whatever it takes" Robyn said.

"We could've just made them tell us" Yuna said.

"I was tempted to. But that would cause more trouble than needed. But do not worry, I aim to win the election, and once I become a council woman, Ironwood will have a much harder time hiding his dangerous secrets" Robyn said.

"Well, you got my vote at least" Yuna said with a smile.

Robyn smiled back "I know Yuna. I will never forget that you broke free from Atlas control to help us. You are just as important as the rest of us".

Yuna was moved by her words, her eyes making it clear she was a strong believer in what Robyn was doing. And she would support her to the very end.


Back in Atlas, Jack let out a sigh after a long day at work "I am getting too old for this".

"Well, you are not a young lad anymore" Fareeha said as she walked up to him.

"Should've accepted the retirement when I had the chance. Little Jammy is going to work me to death" Jack said.

Fareeha chuckled "Little Jammy?".

Jack smiled "He may be the General now, but I remember him from the time were he was still a young punk with crazy ideas. But now, he has the power to make those crazy ideas come true".

"One man having that much power is worrying me. Power corrupts" Fareeha said.

"You're not wrong, James has abused his rank more times than I care to count. He has the best intentions in mind. But the ends don't always justify the means" Jack said.

"Yeah... so, do you know the full truth about all this?" Fareeha asked.

"About Salem? Yes, I know. I also know about the power of the silver eyes. I think that Ruby girl could be our key to stopping Salem" Jack said.

Fareeha wondered if she should tell Jack that Salem is immortal, but before she could, Jack's scroll made a sound and he took it out to see Jacques stepping up to a podium in front of the Schnee manor, looking like he was about to make an announcement.

"What is that greedy bastard doing now?" Jack wondered with narrowed eyes.

"If I'm elected Councilman, I've made it no secret I will be opposing General Ironwood and his senseless embargo that is crippling all of Atlas. It is my belief that these measures are not only reckless, but criminal. With no shipments allowed to enter or leave leave the kingdom, I know many are suffering. And my family has been weathering the same storm as many of you. Effective immediately, I am forced to shut down all nonessential SDC operations. If elected to office, I will make the changes necessary to fix what Ironwood has broken. I hope you ask yourself before the vote, can you trust anyone else to stop Ironwood? Will Robyn Hill be able to get your jobs back?" Jacques asked.

Fareeha had wide eyes "No way...".

"Schnee... what the hell have you done?" Jack growled out.

Jacques has just provided the spark that's going to set the kingdom on fire.

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For those who wonder who Yuna Lee is, she is a super minor character in Overwatch who has only had a super small cameo so far. She and Hana were on the same eSports team before joining MEKA. Though in this story she is going to be a lot different.

I picked her because the Overwatch playable character cast is to limited and I needed to bring in new characters for this arc for each faction. And using a minor character and putting her on Robyn's side sounded good to me.

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Tell me what you think.