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Bold and Italics are flashbacks
Bold are artes being performed
**Communications through scrolls and other devices
Chapter 14 The Gathering
(Location: Tavern capital city of Vale Sonus continent Kingdom of Vale Remnant)
Yuri picked his mug of beer drinking it slowly until it hit his throat and down to his stomach. It wasn't that bad this was the only tavern he has find after searching this city for so long. He's been in Vale for weeks and he was still getting lost. It was a big town with lots of people and buildings but so far, he was liking the place. The mercenary couldn't have picked a better city than this one to spent the money Jacquess gave him in his last job.
Same job that turned into pure failure well not exactly because he got an early payment. This reminded him how lucky he was to be far away from Atlas, he wouldn't want to be in the same room with the president of the SDC. During his sight seeing there were a lot of places to hang out but only a few has gotten his attention. Namely the bars, places to drink obviously, the Vale Casino and of course any grocery store that sells the Vale jackpot lottery tickets.
Point is he wouldn't mind staying here it was way better than Vacuo that's for sure. The place was too hot for his taste, and the sand was annoying. Always getting on his boots and his face. The long haired swordsman couldn't say a word about Mistral since he never set foot there. Even when he was traveling through Anima but said trip won't be happening since he couldn't return due to Raven's warning. Vale was the one place he could actually call home.
Finishing his beer Yuri happily ordered a refill, putting it on his new tab. The bartender handed it the refilled mug he was ready to chug it down as his thoughts were on someone else. The swordsman paused on his drinking thinking about Blake. He really hoped she was going to turn her life around for the better. Working for the White Fang doesn't give you any benefits in the least. She could get in big trouble or worse.
Through the hours he was able to get to know the cat faunus better he could tell she was a good person at heart. She was also being honest when she told him her story. Blake only wanted equality for her kind, not even close to what the present White Fang is currently doing. She made the right choice leaving, he wouldn't hold it against her. A sigh escaped the lips of the mercenary, he has been thinking a lot of the raven haired girl.
Yuri wouldn't doubt it she was a looker, very mysterious and beautiful. Especially her amber eyes to him, they were her most attractive feature. It would be nice if he sees her again, it's been weeks since he parted ways with the faunus. The long haired swordsman wondered what she was doing right now. With the lien he gave her she probably rented a nice room in a fancy hotel to spend her days in luxury. He laughed it up silently there was no way he will fall for a girl he only spent a few hours talking.
He could probably do better than that. Maybe the daughter of the SDC president the white haired girl he met when he was in the company's headquarters. She was a looker too but there was something about her it didn't attract him. She didn't caught his attention like Blake did. Maybe because the cat faunus was one heck of a fighter and she had a better figure than the Schnee girl.
Nice legs, nice thighs and quite the booty he will give a ten out of ten. The chest department was nice too but he was more of a leg guy, the booty was a bonus. Yuri had to erased all those thoughts it wasn't like him to be thinking those kinds of things. The raven haired faunus did something to him. The mercenary drank his mug not wanting to think about her anymore. He smiled finishing his second beer the night was still young and a couple of drinks wouldn't hurt. But he was done for the evening.
The long haired swordsman paid the bartender for his two beers decided to leave the tavern. It was getting late but he still wanted to continue enjoying his earnings. Grabbing his bag and his sword leaving the place. Maybe he should go to the casino and spent more lien on the slot machines or playing cards. He was good at poker but he found out a while back he sucks big time at Blackjack. That's why he decided to never play it again.
Painful memories of him losing so much lien on the card game came flowing through his head. But poker, he was a pro not to mention he has his best poker face whenever he plays. Checking the streets he knew the Casino was a little far from here. Maybe he should buy some transportation like a motorcycle. He's seen a shop with some nice models. Suddenly his scroll was beeping telling him he has a new message. Taking his device he opened it, he did had one new text not having a clue who is it from.
"It can't be Blake I didn't gave her my scroll number. Great here we go, stop thinking about her" Yuri sighed finally turning his attention to the message.
*Do you want to defend Remnant?*
"Okay weird…." the mercenary went to read the rest.
*If so the come to the bullhead docking bay at midnight. You will take bullhead ship number 10 to your destination. Don't be late.*
"It has to be a prank. Someone's idea of a stupid joke."
Yuri stood in thought of what to do. He could ignore the message and forget he ever received it or accept it giving it a shot to go there. Then again he had anything better to do right now so might as well see what this is about. If it does turns out to be a prank he will take pleasure beating up whoever came up with this idea. The bullhead docking bay he has seen it before during his sight seeing but it was farther than the Casino. Once more the mercenary gave a sigh he should really buy a bike to save time getting faster to places. Closing his scroll and putting it in his pocket the long haired swordsman turned his attention to the direction of his destination.
Hubert wanted to sight, he really wanted to. Sure it was a bit late but that didn't stopped Weiss from wanting to do something. It has been like this for the past weeks. Ever since they arrived to Vale the Schnee heiress was excited. She wanted to look around the city, she wanted to visit so many places. The blue haired teen didn't blamed her for acting this way. She was finally free from her father, away from Atlas, away from the manor. Free as a bird as they say.
The white haired girl just wanted to enjoy her freedom in the best way possible. It made him happy to see her so full of life and that's how it should be. Let her enjoy her life without having her father dictate her every move. But getting back to the present, almost midnight and the girl has asked him to teach her to cook. He didn't heard wrong, the heiress wanted to learn how to make different tasty dishes. Another thing the young Specialist couldn't blame on the girl.
Living the life of an upper noble with having servants or butlers bring her the food. Of course she would never learn how to make her own food. What to expect when she was the heiress to a multi-million lien company and part of one the richest and most powerful families in the four kingdoms. Weiss wanted to be independent so learning to cook was part of her agenda in that department. So he was left with no choice but to teach her.
He learned to cook while he was learning to live in Atlas, it will be hardly a problem. But the girl's excitement was starting to get to him. Hubert wasn't bothered with the hour since he was used to be up this late at night back when he's doing missions for the Specialist Division. He was following Winter's orders in looking after her younger sister. Make sure she doesn't get into trouble but it wasn't difficult, she has been behaving and she hasn't done anything that will put her under risk.
Vale can be very dangerous if not one to be careful. For starters the White Fang was currently here. From one of his reports the terrorist group destroyed a cargo train that belonged to the SDC in an attempt to rob it's dust. They have also being involved in numerous kidnappings of board members as well as business associates of the president. It won't be good news if they find out the daughter of the president and heiress to his company was here.
They wouldn't hesitate on the chance to kidnap her and hold her hostage for ransom money or even in exchange for tons of dust. But for now, that was the least of his worries. Weiss's behavior have drastically changed once she arrived here. He had to describe it in a word" hyper" though she was behaving the blue haired teen could tell she was in such a state. All the way till tonight that she was acting so anxious.
Hubert was wearing an apron over some clothes he chose to wear since arriving to Vale. He couldn't be wearing his Specialist uniform all the time so he went for the civilian look. A closed blue jacket with yellow buttons, with a white shirt on the inside, black jeans with white and blue sneakers. A silver wristwatch on his left wrist and finally his weapon strapped on his back obviously separated in it's twin gun mode.
The attire was more acceptable to blend in with the people. With the weapon they will think he's a huntsman or a student in training since he was eighteen. Weiss didn't needed to change her usual attire but she was wearing an apron over it. Because she was learning to cook the teen with glasses picked an easy recipe to make. One that was in the beginner level. Clearly the heiress wasn't ready to handle the capacity of an intermediate or expert dish, he has seen the results.
"I think the pasta is done" said Weiss verifying the pot with the boiling water.
"The meatballs seems to be done as well" added the young Specialist" we can turn both of them off."
"I never knew making spagetti and meatballs would be so easy" she was very pleased with her work.
"I'd figure it will be a perfect dish for you. Consider there weren't any" accidents" this should have been the first dish for you to try."
"Are you still blaming me for what happened to the first dish?" the heiress glared at him.
"I clearly said put in the oven under two hundred and fifty degrees not three hundred. That is why it got burned."
"I honestly thought baking a cake will be much easier. The cake butler makes it without a hint of trouble."
"For the last time Weiss there are no cake butlers in Vale and there won't be in Beacon either. What we have to focus more before you go there are your communication skills."
"My communication skills are just fine" the white haired girl crossed her arms.
"Hardly. You think you know but it's not as easy at it looks especially when you actually talk to someone who isn't from the upper side of the city. Not everyone in Beacon have rich families, they will not understand you and some will not get along with you, others will find it hard to keep a conversation with you."
"I know" she lowered her gaze" I'm not as perfect as people think I am…."
"It's not about being perfect or not it's about being yourself, your true self" Hubert removed the two pots proceeding with removing the water from the pasta pot.
"We're not in Atlas anymore. The people here are much different so acting the way your father taught you isn't going to cut it. That is why I want you to act naturally not forced. Nothing will please me more than to see you making friends your age. You need to socialize more and learn more about yourself."
"You're starting to sound like Winter" she smiled gazing at him.
"She is my superior after all but I'm telling you this not on her behalf but on mine. It is obvious you will be put in a team of four when you passed the Beacon initiation test that is enough for you to learn how to be communicate with others. So you can communicate better with your teammates."
"Thank you Hubert...For being here" the heiress was truly grateful to have him here, she watched him remove the boiling water carefully from the pot.
"It is a new beginning in the chapter of your life Weiss, do not waste it. Cherish it and live it."
"I'm ready whenever you are. We can start after we finish eating."
"That is acceptable" he nodded taking a medium crystal bowl of tomato sauce.
"Hubert...I want you to know, I really appreciate everything you have done for me. Thank you for always being there for me. Without you I wouldn't have the strength to be here. I know with you I can take on any challenge, Beacon being one. I know you're not just doing this because Winter told you but because you care for me…." she paused feeling her cheeks turning red.
"I will always care for you Weiss."
The heiress felt her heart beat getting faster she was getting nervous and embarrassed. The blue haired teen tried hard not to blush, with how close they were. Their eyes met and he noticed that she was getting on her tip toes, why. Blue eyes widened was she planning to kiss him. True it was just the two of them in the room of the hotel they rented but it wasn't right. They weren't even in a committed relationship so he felt it was wrong to kissed.
Part of him wanted to he never thought Weiss will become someone important in his life he cares that much for her. Her expression and the look in her eyes, she really had intention to kiss him. This wasn't right but it was just the two of them if he goes through with this, no one was going to find out. Weiss won't tell no one and he will certainly tell no one either. But the moment was cut short with a beeping that was coming from his scroll.
"A new message" Hubert immediately composed himself taking his scroll, opening the device.
"Is it Winter?" Weiss did the same dispelling her blushing.
"Not from her...This is rather strange" he kept on reading the message.
"What do you mean?"
"I'm afraid I can't stay Weiss. There's somewhere I must go."
"Where are you going at this hour?" she wasn't happy knowing he was hiding from her.
"I'm afraid I can't explain now, there's not enough time. I will tell you everything when I return" he removed the apron getting ready to leave the room.
"Hubert?" the heiress was now starting to feel jealous" are you going to meet someone? A woman perhaps?"
"Pardon?" he turned to her shocked" this has nothing to do with that. I certainly would not leave so late at night to meet up some random stranger. You will have to trust me that this message could be a very important task."
He stood in thought after reading the message a couple of times. There were reasons to believe it could be someone's idea of a very rude joke or it could be a trap. A set up organized by the same terrorist group that went after Weiss during her concert back in Atlas. Her superior Winter believed it has nothing to do with the White Fang, but another group that could posed a high threat as the faunus group.
If it was really a trap there was no way the heiress should come with her. Her safety was his priority he couldn't fight and focus on her at the same time, it will be for the best if she stays. Though she wasn't happy just by looking at her and here she was thinking he was planning to meet some female stranger. Women can be so complicated sometimes.
"Listen carefully Weiss. As soon as I'm gone lock the door and don't let anyone in even if it's room service. The message I received have high chances that you can be in danger."
"But-"
"Please don't argue with me" he pulled her closer" just listen and obey. I promise I will tell you when I'm back."
"Can you promise me you won't meet some older woman?" she was keeping a close eye on him.
"You have my word, what is this about anyway? I have no intention of leaving at this late at night just to talk to some female I would hardly know."
"I'm worried that you will do more than just talk to her" Weiss muttered.
"Come again" clearly he didn't heard her" just stay here and try not to cause too much noise. Apologies we won't be eating together, perhaps another day."
"All right" the heiress gave him a warning glare" I will give you three hours. If you're not back by then I will go after you, wherever you are, I will find you and I'll be bringing Myrtenaster with me, he will do all the talking. Do I make myself clear Hubert Oswell?"
"Crystal" he nodded as he left closing the door behind him.
"So close…." the white haired girl blushed remembering she was close to kiss him.
Jude went to the small kitchen in his place serving himself a cold glass of water. His throat was dry for several reasons aside, from talking too much. This was probably the busiest night in his entire life a lot has happened. Yang's story, going to the Klub to talk to Junior, fighting him and all of his men because the bartender had a grudge with him. The result the whole Klub took a beating, plenty of damage property that he wasn't planning in paying.
Junior made the first move it wasn't Yang like usual. The blond did behaved and did a pretty good job so he won't blame her for what happened at the night club. At least they were able to get out of there before the arrival of the Police. The young medic was hoping they weren't any surveillance cameras, he didn't had time to see because he was too focused on the fight. If Junior does have them there will be trouble with him and his blond friend.
He thought the problems ended there but now, there was more. Just recently he got a call from Seymour dropping a bomb on him. Jude sighed drinking the cold water the elderly man told him his dust shop almost got robbed by none other than Roman Torchwick. The thief wasn't alone being accompanied by Junior's men. It confused the medic a bit why would someone like Torchwick be stealing dust. It will be normal if he was stealing money from a bank, but a dust shop.
He didn't know if there was a connection between him and the White Fang who are apparently stealing dust too. Seymour told him the robbery never happened because he was saved by a girl with silver eyes and a red cloak, Jude didn't needed to be a genius to know it was Ruby. He also mentioned someone else who aided the petite a boy in red with two swords. Jude didn't knew him but somehow it sounded familiar. It sure has been a very busy night.
Junior's men were arrested by the Police who will eventually connect them to the bartender and owner of the Klub. Most likely he will get arrested too. Jude felt sorry for the man but he warned him to stop getting himself into trouble especially making business with a wanted criminal like Torchwick. Hopefully he will learn his lesson behind bars. As for the Malachite twins because they were young they will probably be send to juvenile hall.
Melanie and Miltia might get quite the amount of hours of community service. The Klub will obviously get closed and who knows if someone will be interested in buying the place. The most important thing Seymour was okay and his dust shop was safe. Finding out Yang's sister saved the day didn't surprised him she was going to be a future huntress after all. Finishing drinking his water Jude was ready to take a shower and head to his bed.
The brawler and medic stretched his arms as his thoughts were on the blond brawler. Hopefully tonight's fun will be enough to keep Yang at bay and calm from causing any more trouble. That is until the next time, he sighed while smiling she will never change. Just before he was about to his bedroom his scroll started ringing. Who could be calling at this hour and to his surprise it was the number that belongs to his blond friend. He sweat dropped she better not be telling him she found another adventure for them to tackle. Rubbing his forehead, Jude picked his device and opened it.
*Jude you're not going to believe it!*
"I don't want to know but I hope it has nothing to do with our evening routine."
*Relax it's not about that. Ruby just gave me some great news! she sounded very excited.*
"Seymour already called me telling me she saved him and his shop from getting robbed, you should be proud of her."
*I'm always proud of her. But anyway about that because Ruby did such an awesome job beating those bad guys up the headmaster of Beacon decided to invite her to his school. You heard me right my baby sister is coming to Beacon with me!*
"What? Really? Doesn't she still have two more years at Signal?" Jude raised an eyebrow it was great but it was weird, was it normal for students to get skipped ahead.
*I know but Ruby is very special and she deserves to get this chance. I can't wait for the new semester to begin. My sister and I attending the same school.*
"Well, congratulations tell Ruby I said congrats" he smiled.
*Will do I gotta go, you're probably tired. See ya Jude!*
"Bye" he ended the call another set of good news before ending this night.
His scroll suddenly beeped he had a new text message. The young medic already had his device opened might as well check it out.
"Do you want to defend Remnant?" he read the first part of the message as he resumed reading the rest" if so then come to the bullhead docking bay at midnight. You will take bullhead ship number ten to your destination, don't be late."
"You can't be serious. There's only twenty minutes left before midnight. What's this about? There's not even a scroll number of who sent the message, weird. What to do?"
Lloyd was expecting the message he got was nothing but a prank. Nothing serious because the docking bay of the bullhead ships should be closed at this hour. But to his surprise it was opened the lights were on as if they were still giving services to the people. So maybe it wasn't a joke after all it was enough to convinced the swordsman in red. Whoever sent the message wanted to meet him why, same reason as the message.
Defend Remnant as in protected from threats it sounded as the job of a huntsman. The twin swordsman has thought long and hard and after seeing Ruby in action he has considered what to do with his life. He was seventeen but he sure didn't wanted to run his shop forever. Nothing will make him happy than to remember his past. Will taking the path of a huntsman help him to recover his memories. That was the key question.
The swordsman reached the hangar where all the bullheads were stationed. It was filled with the ships and remembering the message he needed to find the one with the number ten. It might take him a while because there were so many but their numbers were printed on the right side corner near the back hatch. It was easy now because he was following the chronological order of the numbers. Lloyd reached the bullhead number ten and the lights were on like it was ready to take off.
Okay, it was impossible to think this was a joke anymore. Apparently he needed to take this ship and it will take to some unknown destination. Asking the pilot was a good idea he might tell him where is the ship heading. Someone has sure taken his time to reached out to him. If he knew his scroll number couldn't this person called him instead of sending him a text. So many questions and not a single answer, he sighed thinking too much was bad for the brain.
"Glad to see I'm not the only one here."
The swordsman looked at the direction of the voice. Someone else was here, a young man with long purple blackish hair and dark eyes wearing a black attire with different designs, holding a sheathed sword that looks like a katana and a bag. The man's expression was a big smile while waving at him he sure seemed friendly. Yet Lloyd felt he has seen him before even if this was the first time he was seeing him.
"Let me guess, you got a weird message in your scroll too?"
"How do you-Wait you got the same message too?"
"Sure thing, do you want to defend Remnant? Then take the bullhead ten at midnight. At least it can't be a complete joke."
"I thought the same too" chuckled the swordsman in red" I'm Lloyd."
"Yuri no need for a handshake, might as well be buds if we're going the same place."
"Yeah, wherever that is" nodded the twin swordsman.
"Interesting, I'm not alone."
The two turned to the voice seeing someone else arriving walking to them. A blue haired boy in glasses with blue eyes wearing a blue jacket with yellow buttons, black pants with blue and white sneakers. His weapon was strapped on each side it looked like two pistols. The teen was in thought before he adjusted his glasses gazing at the two.
"I will guess you two got the same text?"
"Yeah, do you want to defend Remnant?" said the swordsman in red as the blue haired teen gave a nod.
"And I'm sure neither of you know where is the ship heading?"
"Your guess is as good as ours" said the long haired swordsman.
"Oh there's more of you, that's good."
A fourth made the three to turned around and see someone else arriving. A teen with short dark hair and brown eyes wearing a cool looking attire and his hands had equipped strong looking gauntlets. They got the idea he was into hand to hand combat.
"If you people are here then that must mean you all got the text too."
"Indeed" replied the blue haired teen.
"That's right" followed the long haired swordsman.
"Yeah hi I'm Lloyd nice to meet you" the swordsman in red went to introduce himself.
"Yuri."
"Hubert."
"Nice to meet you all I'm Jude" the teen medic smiled.
A short silence fell between the four as they were staring at each other. Taking a few glances there something about each a certain memory they were having trouble remembering.
"This might sound strange but I feel like we have met somewhere before" said Lloyd.
"You're not the only one" mumbled Yuri.
"True perhaps we met before and had a conversation" Hubert stood in thought.
"I feel the same but I can't seem to remember. It's been like that for a while not remembering my past."
The three were shocked hearing Jude's comment as they gazed at each other again.
"Wait you don't remember who you are too?" the swordsman in red's expression didn't changed.
"None of you remember a thing of your past lives?" followed the long haired swordsman.
"Very interesting, so all of us have amnesia" the blue haired teen was more in thought than shocked" is this a coincidence perhaps?"
*This is your pilot speaking everyone board the ship will be taking off in exactly five minutes.
"We better board the bullhead" said the teen medic" we can talk about our similarities later.
The four nodded deciding to board the ship when they realized no one else was arriving. Looks like it was only going to be them, they were the only ones who got the text message. They went through the back hatch of the ship as it slowly closed once they were all in. Shortly the bullhead began to take off leaving the docking bay. The four got seated in the metal seats while they wait to arrive to their destination. A place neither of them still didn't know.
Twenty minutes later the bullhead landed on it's destination. The hatch opened as the four left the ship. Looks like the rest thought the same thing as Lloyd in asking the pilot where they were going. However, the pilot refused to talk and told them he couldn't say. It only made things complicated for them why keep it a secret. As they took a look around where they were it was definitely another bullhead docking bay.
But it was completely different their eyes widened when they saw a long bridge and quite the large building in the distance. Yuri, Hubert and Lloyd were all in awe at the sight it was amazing. Jude on the other hand was shocked because he has seen the building before in news broadcast and television commercials. Before he could say a word a person approached the newly arrivals. Everyone saw the blond woman who was familiar to a certain swordsman in red, she gave a cordial to the four.
"Welcome everyone"
"It's you again" Lloyd recognized the woman as Professor Goodwitch when he met her back at the Police Station" why are you here?"
"I worked here" came her only reply.
"You're Professor Goodwitch" said Jude" this is Beacon Academy."
"We're in Beacon?" Yuri was more shocked than before" we're going to attend a school?"
"This is certainly ironic" Hubert was a bit amused considering this is the same place Weiss will be attending.
"Now I'm pretty sure all of you have a lot of questions to ask. But I will have to ask you to keep them to yourselves for the time being, until we have gotten further inside. Now please follow me."
No one said a word since her tone sounded very strict. They were afraid what will happen if they disobey her. It felt a whole lot safer to just listen to her and follow her further. They left the hangar bay crossing the long bridge passing the courtyard, getting closer to the main building. It was getting bigger the closer they were getting. To those that were new in Vale they never thought they will get the chance to visit Beacon.
The school wasn't even in their touring plans at least for Yuri. Seriously he was a little old to be attending a school that's why he felt a bit left out. As for the rest, they had no idea why they have come here. They were pretty much in the dark about the whole thing. They won't get answers until they follow the blond teacher all the way into the school building. Some already thought that she was the one who sent the message but to Jude and Lloyd, they already had their suspicions the headmaster was behind all of this.
"I do expect great things about you in the future."
"This can't be a coincidence. He has to be the one but why is the headmaster of Beacon so interested in me? Or better yet why is he interested in all of us?" Lloyd stood in thought he might get his answer if he meets the man again.
The tour around the inside of the school was a silent one but an eye opener. The four have being in awe ever since entering. With just one glance they were able to tell why Beacon was among the most prestigious in the four kingdoms. Everything seemed to be very expensive not to mention it was fancy and nice. It looked like the kind of school only students with rich parents will go to. Among the heroes, Yuri had to give a soft whistle at how impressed he was.
Definitely the place he would never go, it really didn't suited his place unless he will have plenty of lien. Even with the money he currently have it wouldn't be enough. Some like Lloyd and Jude were still wondering why they were called here. For what reason would the headmaster would want to meet them. It was still a mystery while there was also the issue with calling them so late in the evening. It wouldn't be a bother if they were called in the morning or the afternoon.
Goodwitch hasn't said a word not after she told them to keep their questions until they were further inside of the school. All of them will be answered eventually that is if Ozpin doesn't start becoming his usual cryptic self. There were times she will get annoyed when he starts saying those types of words. No doubt he will act like that during this meeting and sadly the guests will only be more confused than they are now.
Part of her did felt sorry for them but she didn't knew them that well except for all the information they have gathered on them for a while. Lloyd Irving seemed like a good and kind person quite the individual with so much potential as Ozpin would say. Yuri Lowell, a mercenary he was probably the least person she would have issues with trusting. Hubert Oswell seemed composed and calm, definitely someone she would start trusting in no time. Jude Mathis another kind person but being under the influence of Yang Xiao Long makes him take rash and careless choices.
All she knew before this night concludes there might be or not a new team. She gazed at the four from the corner of her eye. There was no balance between them especially when it comes to age, Lloyd was seventeen the acceptable age for all new Beacon students, Yuri was in his early twenties he might fit in the category of senior student or graduate, Hubert was eighteen the age of a second year and Jude was sixteen too young to attend.
But who was her to judge when Ozpin has just let a fifteen year old girl skipped two years of her combat school to attend this school even with the hidden power she possess. For his sake and hers, this whole thing better be a success and not a failure. She lead them to a new area in the school as she opened the double doors letting them inside. The four young heroes were in awe again at the beautiful scenery it looked like a museum.
It was filled with so many paintings of people they didn't know. It couldn't be a museum because this was a school for huntsmen and huntresses. Hubert immediately realized that the people in those paintings must be teams of huntsmen. Teams who have probably graduated from the school, maybe with high honors. That will make this place some kind of tribute room to remember those who studied and graduated as full huntsmen.
The blue haired teen actually like the gesture of giving these former students remembrance for their past efforts. That way the new students that will start their studies in Beacon will be able to see those that have graduated and probably become the best of the best. That way they will never be forgotten and they will always be remembered as future heroes and even legends. The other three were still staring at the many paintings.
Reaching what it seems the end of the room the four spotted a man from behind gazing at one of the paintings. Another graduated team and some were very familiar to come of the heroes. Lloyd was shocked recognizing Taiyang and Qrow, father and uncle of Ruby and Yang. Another figure was familiar to the swordsman in red even if he has never met her wearing a white cloak and silver eyes.
The woman was the living image of Ruby so he guessed that must have been her mother Summer, that's what the red cloak girl told him, it was her name. Jude was shocked because he recognized the second woman in the picture, that familiar hair style and her red eyes there was no doubt, it was Yang's mother Raven Branwen. The blond brawler did told him at one point that her mother was in the same team as Ruby's mother along with their father and uncle. But that was all she told him maybe she didn't know that much of the team.
The man finally turned to them with his gray hair, small round spectacles and his fancy attire holding a cane. Jude and Lloyd recognized the man. The twin swordsman already met him back at the Police Station when Ruby was brought in for questioning. The young medic and brawler has seen him on the news he was Ozpin the headmaster of Beacon Academy. Hubert has probably recognized him maybe he has seen him the same way as the medic.
Yuri was the only one who was clueless to who he was even with his travels he has never seen or heard of him. Goodwitch finally walked away from the four getting next to the gray haired man. Everyone asides the long haired swordsman were finally going to have their questions answered. The headmaster, they one who has called them here through the text message. The only one who knew everything and will remove their doubts for being in his school.
"Welcome gentlemen to Beacon. Some of you may already know me but I prefer it's better to introduce myself. I am Ozpin, the headmaster of this fine school. I believe you have a lot of questions which is understandable considering the matter of how I managed to communicate with you."
Of the four heroes Lloyd and Jude were the ones to raised their hands wanting to ask their questions. Hubert wanted to ask his question too and the same with Yuri. The headmaster was amused while Goodwitch just shook her head. At least some already had the student spirit in them.
"Very well Mr. Irving and Mr. Mathis I'm sure you have the same question to ask. But I would like to hear you both."
"Why did you called us here?" it was the swordsman in red who asked the most obvious and important question.
"That was my question too" the young medic just scratched the back of his head.
"I know what you could be thinking. Sending you a text in the middle of the night it doesn't sound normal."
"I thought it was a prank" replied Yuri.
"I suppose it could be taken as that knowing the circumstances. Quite honestly I don't know the four of you that well. Call it a hunch that I believe you four have the potential to do so much more."
"You mean...Help protect Remnant?" Jude figured it out where he was going with this.
"Precisely" Ozpin was pleased that they were quick to learn.
"I see...So to put it short you called us here because you want us to become huntsman and attend your school, if I'm not mistaken" Hubert put two on two together.
The three were shocked that was it. Lloyd thought it was ironic remembering Ruby telling him to become a huntsman and here he was in a school for huntsman, called by the headmaster himself. Honestly he wouldn't mind giving it a shot, he never thought this is the kind of life he will be leading. Yuri just stood dumbfounded while traveling as a mercenary he was looking for something to help him make up for the bad things he did. Who would have thought the answer will be right on his nose all along.
He knew what huntsmen and huntresses do and it was actually better than what a mercenary do. Hubert stood in thought he may already be a member of the Specialist Division but he was basically a huntsman with his skills and his dedication to protect civilians. Jude seemed to be like he was given a revelation this is exactly what he and Yang have been doing during their nights. The blond brawler was training to become a huntress so why not him too.
"Mr. Oswell as one will put it, just hit the nail on the head. True, that is what I want. I know each of you have the skills to fight, take a stand and help defend our world. However, I want to know what you all think. I would like to hear your opinion on the matter. I don't want to oblige you in going through with something you don't wish to do."
"Um...Sir?" Lloyd raised his hand again.
"Please Mr. Irving you can call me Professor, I don't mind."
"Okay...Professor. It really never crossed my mind honestly but I wasn't expecting to be running my shop forever. So I wouldn't mind doing this."
"Your answer is most acceptable. Anyone else would like to share their opinion?"
"I am interested in your proposition" replied Hubert" however, I will have to discuss it with my superior in charge. I will need her permission if she will allow me to be part of your school."
In all honesty the blue haired teen already knew Winter will give him permission to attend Beacon simply because it will allow him to keep an eye on her sister. It was the same thing with him, he wanted to be close to the heiress and help her as she gets adjusted to her life in this school.
"Of course Mr. Oswell I know about the Specialist Division and their strict policies. But please, make sure you give me your answer before this evening ends."
"Fair enough, you will have my answer tonight."
"I'm in" followed Yuri smiling" if it's anything to the works I've done in the past then bring it on. I came to Vale to enjoy my vacation but I guess doing this will officially end it. I'm still in anyway."
"Mr. Lowell your attitude is quite refreshing. Then that means the only one left will be Mr. Mathis."
Jude felt all eyes on him and he felt a bit embarrassed" it's not like I was doing it on purpose. Everyone has their reasons for wanting to join this school I guess. I like helping people especially when I was working as an intern at the hospital. Somehow, saving lives felt so natural to me. But if I can save more lives as a huntsman, then I'm in."
"Wonderful" the headmaster was pleased turning to Goodwitch who gave a nod" then if everyone accepts my offer to be part of this school then there's only one thing left to do. It's time to begin the test."
"What test?!" Lloyd was shocked he hoped it wasn't a written one, he knew he will fail it.
"This should be expected Mr. Irving. As much as I would love to have you four part of my school, I can't simply allow you to be part of it without taking an entrance exam. Call it your ticket straight to Beacon."
"I should have known it wouldn't be so simple" Hubert sighed.
"Like I said, bring it" Yuri wasn't afraid.
"What kind of test we'll be taking?"
"I'm glad you asked Mr. Mathis. It will be a survival test" Ozpin hide his grin reaching a button near the team STRQ painting.
"By the way" said the swordsman in red" I've been wanting to ask you Professor about that team in that painting-"
He never got the chance to finish the sentence when the man pressed the button the floor beneath the four opened revealing a trap door. They fell right in as their screams were heard through out the deep hole. The doors closed and the headmaster was pleased with his work.
"Was the trap door really necessary?" Goodwitch turned to him with a sigh.
"Oh Glynda in this job I learned a lot. You have to cut time to have your fun."
"Still, they have no idea what they have gotten themselves in. I almost feel sorry for them."
"All the better to enjoy the moment" Ozpin opened his scroll showing footage from an unknown place.
"Sometimes I wonder of your idea of fun" the blond woman did the same.
"This test will mark their future in this school. If I'm right we might have quite the promising team."
"You shouldn't be placing your hopes on complete strangers."
"We shall see Glynda, we shall see."
The four heroes screamed thinking they were falling into a bottomless hole. Before they knew it they have hit something solid and they were now sliding. It was some kind of slide and it was going faster than when they were falling. Still they were screaming for their lives as they were probably sliding to their doom. It seemed like minutes have passed but in reality only seconds since Ozpin dropped them from the trap door.
The slide finally reached the end as the heroes fell on their face, they were down trying to recuperate what just happened. Hubert was the first to recuperate and noticed his glasses were missing luckily he found them near by. Lloyd was second, followed by Jude and Yuri was on his feet picking his sword and bag. They remembered recent events and they were finding it hard to believe the headmaster of Beacon used a trap door on them.
The heroes gazed around their surroundings. They were in a dark chamber but being illuminated by torches. It was decent somehow they could tell, they were somewhere still in the school. There was a path ahead but where it was leading it was only getting darker. Before they fell Ozpin said they will be taking their entrance exam so whatever it was it was connected to this place they were sent. Now they were starting to think that maybe it was a bad idea to come here. Seriously it was impossible to think the headmaster will let them attend his school without proving their worth first.
"That was unexpected" Hubert was dusting his clothes.
"No kidding, who would have thought the headmaster of Beacon will have the sense of humor to use a trap door?" Yuri chuckled" I'm starting to like the guy."
"This isn't a joke. We're in a serious situation here" said Jude.
"Yeah this is all part of his entrance exam. Meaning whatever we must do, it's not going to be easy" said Lloyd.
*You are correct Mr. Irving came the voice of Ozpin.
"It's the headmaster" said the young medic brawler.
*You may see this place as a special exercise ground. It is located underground the school and I have chosen it for your entrance exam. Do not worry it is not a complicated maze I have no intention in letting you four rot here."
"He's kidding right?" said the long haired swordsman with a sweat dropped" this is one of your jokes?"
*I'm afraid I'm not joking Mr. Lowell. This exam is as serious as it gets and depending on the results it will reflect on my decision if you four are to be accepted into my school or not. Here you will prove to me your survival skills as well as your combat skills. Your objective is simple you must find two relics that are located further ahead, once you have found them you must reach the exit. But be advise there is a time limit for the exam, you have exactly three hours to find the relics and the exit. If you don't achieve those terms then, I'm afraid you fail. Be cautious the path will not be one to take lightly do not hesitate to crush anything that prevents you from proceeding, or you will die. The exam will begin as soon as you leave this chamber. I wish you all the best of luck.*
With that Ozpin's voice was gone leaving the four heroes on their own. There was a small silence but they knew what must be done. After all they chose to do this it was time to prove the headmaster what they were capable of. The only problem with this exam they had no idea how long this place was and time was against them. They couldn't even tell how much time there was left. That pretty much puts them in a disadvantage cutting their chances of winning in half. Now they were thinking what they have gotten themselves into.
"Guys?" Lloyd turned to the three" I know we just met but we made the choice to go to this school. If we want to do this and not failed then we must work together."
"Agreed I highly doubt we can find the exit on our own" replied Hubert while he was concerned" three hours to pass the exam, that's the same amount of time Weiss gave me to return to the hotel."
"Yeah, we're here and we should make the attempt to work together" Jude nodded.
"Sure thing. Count me in" Yuri didn't had a problem with using teamwork.
"Then let's go, we don't have the time to enjoy the scenery" nodded the swordsman in red.
So far the journey through the underground chambers wasn't that hard. They have been met with a straight path so they assumed that Ozpin was telling the truth of this place not being a maze. The objective was a bit tricky because they had no idea what the relics look like. They were also a bit confused about this exam they needed to show both survival and combat skills. But the headmaster's warning was still in their mind.
Not hesitating to crush anything that prevents the from proceeding it's like they weren't going to be alone in this exam. Proceeding ahead they were met with another straight path, this one was different. As they entered there were four cages on each side. It could only mean bad news, why else would there be cages unless it was to keep someone from entering, or something. The four heroes readied their weapons in case it might turn out into a fight.
As they got into the middle of the chamber both entrances got locked as two cages fell on them preventing the heroes from leaving. It didn't looked good their bad feeling was growing by the minute and it didn't helped they were hearing growling noises shortly. It was coming from the inside of the cages they got their answer as a pack of Ursai emerged. There were four on each side making a total of eight. They drawn their weapons knowing they won't be leaving here without taking them down.
It was that obvious this part's of Ozpin's exam so they prepare themselves for the worse. The cages containing the Grimm opened as they charged at the four heroes. Yuri gave a grin slicing through one Ursai then at another with Second Star, Lloyd did the same killing two of the creatures, Hubert used his dual blade to tore through the skin of one then killing another changing to his twin gun mode, Jude punched and kicked one then uppercut another.
All of the Ursai were killed in a matter of seconds, vanishing in black smoke. One of the cages opened which it was a path that will take them further. This was a sign they have passed part of the exam but before they continued the floor below them started moving. It was opening into two parts with the intention they will fall in. They ran towards the opened door making it there in time.
Lloyd had a problem when he sheathed back his Material Blade, he wasn't going to make it feeling himself fall. But it never happened as his hand was grabbed by the other three heroes. Jude, Yuri and Hubert hold onto to the twin swordsman until they were able to pull him back up. They succeeded in leaving the chamber as it suddenly closed with the same cage door and the floor was opened all the way. All there stood in the place of was a bottomless pit. They thought the exam was going to be tough but not this tough.
"Thanks" panted the swordsman" I thought I was a goner."
"We must stick together no matter what. We won't be able to find the exit if one of us is missing" replied Jude.
"I am never doubting that guy again. It's hard to know when he's joking or when he's serious" Yuri was obviously talking about Ozpin.
"You can't possibly expect the exam to be a walk in the park" said Hubert" this must be the first time the headmaster has ever done this. Picking random people to form a team that will attend his school."
"That's true. But I still don't get it, what's the point of all of this? Why choose us? What does he gain by doing this?" said Lloyd.
"I've been asking the same questions so you're not alone" said the teen medic.
"He did said we have potential to protect Remnant. Either he's looking for new candidates for his school or perhaps there's something more behind it" the blue haired teen stood in thought.
"We won't get those questions answered if we stay here" replied the long haired mercenary.
"Right, we can't forget we have a time limit to finish this exam" followed the young brawler.
"Everyone let's be careful as we continue. This place could be full of traps like the last one" said the twin swordsman.
"What's next, a giant boulder following us?" smirked Yuri.
"Don't even joke" the swordsman in red sweat dropped.
The journey wasn't that quiet as they thought. They have encountered more Grimm a variety of Beowulves and Boarbatusk but nothing they could handle. But the battle were more frequent and the heroes were starting to think that they might never find that exit. It didn't helped either that they had no idea how long has it been since they were sent here. The scenery seems to be repeating itself and a certain swordsman was starting to get bored of the same thing.
Lloyd tried to focus ahead but it was getting harder to do so when he was sicked of this place. Who knows how long they've been traveling this long hallway. That wasn't all the same Grimm will popped up, nothing new. The twin swordsman was thinking of the possibility that he could attend Beacon with Ruby. It didn't mattered that much, until now. Becoming a huntsman was becoming clearer to him. It was that important to the twin swordsman and maybe, it was the same for the rest who were accompanying him.
"Is something bothering you Lloyd?" Hubert has noticed his expression and the change in his composure.
"I'm just…." he paused now it wasn't the time to get bored" I just want to get out of here already."
"Join the club, this place looks like it has no end" said Yuri.
"I wonder how much time we have left" asked Jude.
*You still have an hour and a half for you to find the relics and the exit Ozpin's voice was heard throughout the passage.
"Well look who decided to greet us" said the mercenary.
"So how about giving us a clue about the relics at least?" asked the swordsman in red.
*I'm afraid I can't do that, it would be cheating. You four must figure it out. But I can at least tell you that you're near the relics location. Once you obtain the relics, the exit should be clear to see.*
"Great as if being sarcastic wasn't enough. You have to pull the cryptic act too" said the long haired mercenary.
"Those are good news if were near where the relics are" the young medic felt relief.
"How close are we anyway?" asked Lloyd.
*Close as in you are already here.**
The four heroes blinked as they were staring at two pathway ahead. There was a path on the left and on the right. Again this was all part of the headmaster's exam, they needed to cross these paths if they wanted to leave this place. But Ozpin has already given them a hint that there were more than one relic. They used the knowledge that there were two of them and they will have no choice but to take both paths in hopes of finding them. But it was suspicious the headmaster will tell them as he wanted them to find them. Or maybe they were over thinking things. Looks like being here for too long was starting to mess with their heads.
"We have to split up if we want to find those relics" said Lloyd.
"I suppose there's no other choice" followed Hubert.
"Okay. Jude, you and Yuri go the right we'll go left" the swordsman in red turned to the blue haired teen who gave a nod.
"All right, be careful" replied the teen medic while the mercenary nodded.
They left taking the right path while the twin swordsman and the Specialist went the other way.
It was supposed to feel strange taking orders from Lloyd but it didn't. For Jude and Yuri they just met the twin swordsman yet, it somehow felt right to obey his command. There was this air of leadership around him that neither couldn't argue with him. Maybe he had past experience as a leader. Then again the swordsman in red was just like them with no memory of their past so he wouldn't even know.
After taking their path it was a straight all the time like it has been since they first arrived. Still they couldn't lower their guard, they could be Grimm somewhere. Seriously it will be impossible if Ozpin doesn't at least guard the area where the relic is. The headmaster wouldn't let them get it so easily without putting much of an effort. That's what they thought anyway. Both blinked when they spotted a tall pedestal made of stone with something on the top. A chess piece, the white bishop to be exact.
"I'd say we found our relic" said the mercenary.
"Sure looks like it. But we have to make sure it's not a trap."
"Okay, then you take it and I'll stay and watch your back for any unwanted company."
"Thanks" the medic felt safer knowing the long haired swordsman will have his back.
Jude slowly made his way to the pedestal. The young brawler was looking in all directions just in case something pops out. It shouldn't be so easy there should be traps, Grimm anything that will give them a hard time from taking the relic from it's spot. The coast seemed to be clear and it only made him feel so nervous. He was so close staring at the single chess piece and finally without giving it too much thought, he took it.
The medic has closed his eyes for a moment, nothing has happened yet. So he was sure it was safe and there weren't any hidden traps in the area. That was before something touched him from behind giving a feral growl. Jude screamed in panic, trembling expecting to see a nasty Grimm when all he saw was Yuri laughing. It was clear that this was the mercenary's idea of a rude joke and he wasn't happy in the least.
"What's with you?! I almost had a heart attack!"
"I just wanted to see the look on your face and it was worth it" a smirk spread Yuri's lips.
"It's not funny, we have to be on guard as long as we're here."
"Lighten up we have the relic. Let's hope the others have also found the other."
"I'm bothered by all of this though" Jude stood in thought" this was too easy, I don't even know if this is really the relic Ozpin wants us to bring him."
"We're in an underground passage filled with traps and Grimm. A chess piece is the least thing to find down here."
"Won't argue with that. I was sure expecting to see some kind of trap activate when I grabbed it."
"Like what, another trap door?"
Yuri had to opened his big mouth in that moment the floor below them opened as they fell in once again.
Lloyd and Hubert were still traveling their path nothing unusual so far. It was quiet too quiet for their liking. Honestly they were expecting a horde of Grimm guarding the place where the relic was. They were disappointed only to find one Beowulf. It was taken down by the blue haired teen using his rune dual blade. Truly their expectations were too high as they entered a chamber where there stood a stone pedestal. There was something on the top.
Both teens turned to the other gazing back at the chess piece of display. It was the white bishop piece. Hubert looked interested when he saw it so the Ozpin chose chess pieces to be relics. He knew very well about the game of chess because he has played it many times back in Atlas with his superior. Winter has beat him a few times and other times he has reigned victorious. It was interesting to see a piece to represent the relic it could be a sign the headmaster likes chess.
"Is that the relic?"
"So it seems. Let's be cautious for any signs of traps."
"Got it."
Lloyd nodded as he carefully walked the chamber. If Ozpin was capable of throwing them Grimm and traps then no doubt there must be something up with this. He wouldn't be displaying the relic without a trap to accompany it. The swordsman in red stopped once he was close to the pedestal, looking around he sighed hoping not to make a mistake by picking it up. He grabbed the chess piece and nothing happened. Turning back to Hubert he seemed to confused as him.
Surely he was also expecting a trap to go off the moment the piece was picked. This was just too good to be true so far this exam was a pain, it wouldn't be this easy. The twin swordsman smiled holding the relic as he walked over to the young Specialist. It was a mission accomplished and the others would probably had the same luck as them in taking the other chess piece. Suddenly the floor below them opened revealing a trap door and they fell in, screaming.
Lloyd and Hubert continued their screaming feeling the urge of deja vu. Again they have fell and again they hit a slide being sent at high speed through the underground chamber. It was anyone's guess where it was going to send them this time. So far what they have known about Ozpin that he can be sarcastic, cynical and currently has a liking to trap doors and slides. The blue haired teen calmed down and hold onto his glasses not wanting to lose them like last time. The screaming stopped when they have reached the end of the slide. They were back on the ground while recuperating from the fast ride they experienced for the second time.
"Thanks for dropping by."
"Yuri" the swordsman in red spotted the mercenary and the young brawler" and Jude."
"I'm going to guess you guys succeeded finding the relic" said the brawler medic.
"We did and it seems it was a mistake" Hubert got up.
"Let me guess, as soon as you picked it you fell into a trap door?" said the long haired swordsman.
"Another one? Yeah" Lloyd sighed.
*Well done Ozpin's voice and he sounded pleased now that wasn't so hard. You are almost done. The final chamber is just ahead after crossing it, you will reach an elevator that will take you back to the surface. Meaning it is the exit.
"And I'm certain you have something up your sleeve that will prevent us from getting there?" the blue haired teen was irritated by the headmaster's attitude.
*Perhaps, but nevertheless there is still one more test you four must take before you can leave. I'll be waiting for your return.
"Please don't let it be another trap door. I don't think my stomach will be able to take it" Lloyd sighed again.
"Whatever it is, we know it won't be good. Let's try and enjoy the ride before it ends" leave it to Yuri to sound so carefree about this.
"Can't agree on that but I know what's important is that we stick together" said Jude.
"Right. We started this together and we'll finish it together. No matter what Ozpin has in store for us, we'll be ready to face it" said the twin swordsman.
With that said the four heroes resumed their journey in the underground chambers. After what the headmaster told them, they knew they were reaching the end of the exam. His last words kept them on guard. There was one more test they needed to face before they could leave. Lloyd nodded to them as they nod back keeping their eyes to the front. They kept on walking while drawing their weapons having a strong hunch they might have to fight.
As the heroes entered the chamber they took notice it was different from the other ones. It was very wide having that look of a battle Colosseum the sight was bad. With so much space it could only mean that they will be fighting something of immense size. True they weren't alone as a loud strange noise caught their attention. The whole ground shook as their eyes widened ahead, this was definitely the final test which it was pretty big.
Before them stood a Grimm but it was bigger than the average species. It's appearance was of a giant lizard. The creature has suddenly opened it's mouth releasing it's long tongue at the four heroes. The dodged in time to see it hit the ground, only to for it to melt on touch. Jude realized some kind of strange purple liquid on the lizard's tongue.
The brawler was sure it was acid so they needed to be careful how they fight this Grimm. The four got into their fighting stance as the creature gave another loud hiss. They turned to Lloyd who gave the command to attack. This thing was in their way of getting to the exit. They had no choice but to take it out in order to bring the relics back to Ozpin and pass the exam.
(Music: "Like a glint of light" from the Tales of Symphonia original soundtrack)
The giant lizard Grimm used it's sharp claws and tongue as the heroes dodged again. Lloyd ordered everyone to spread out and attack different areas of the creature. Hubert and Jude went for the sides, Yuri went for the tail though the creature used it to attack the long haired swordsman. The swordsman in red went for the head avoiding it's acid tongue and claws, he charged in slashing at it's white armored skin with his Material Blade.
He went for stronger attacks, artes have always been very effective against Grimm. Sonic Thrust, following it up with Sword Rain Alpha and Hunting Beast, the others followed. Jude used steel to increased his physical strength temporary, he went with Palm Strike, Swallow Dance and Talon Storm. Hubert slashed with his dual Blade going with Whirlwind Slash, Thunder Bringer, then switched to his twin guns, using Gravity Blast and Beast Blaster. Yuri used Shinning Fang with Raging Blast and Guardian Field.
The Lizard Grimm gave a painful cry at got stunned from all the strong artes. But it wasn't out yet, still the heroes kept on attacking it taking advantaged it was stunned. The Grimm got upset it was now shaking it's tail at every direction while on the front it was now spitting acid everywhere. Looks like it was acting like a sore loser not liking getting beaten so badly. Lloyd ordered them to keep their distance from the creature until it was safe to approach it again.
Another order from the twin swordsman to use long range artes, he went with Demon Fang, Jude went with Demon Fist, Yuri Azure Edge and Hubert was using his twin guns with Beast Blaster, Radiant Arc and Scarlet Salvo. The Lizard was getting beat again even when it was shooting it's acid that is, until it got stunned again. That was their chance, the swordsman in red ordered them to get close again.
"Let's hit it harder! This time we'll finish it off!"
When he meant hit it harder, it was exactly that. Yuri activated his over limit mode hitting the lizard with a variety of combos, Jude followed joining the mercenary. Lloyd joined in with Rising Falcon and Demonic Chaos, Hubert was still firing it in his weapon's twin gun mode. The blue haired teen knew going all out was necessary to defeat a creature of such magnitude. So he wasn't going to waste time getting straight to the point going with his level one mystique arte blast caliber Broadside Waltz. Changing his weapon to dual blade he hit it launching the lizard into the air, quickly changing again to his dual gun blasting it away until it fell to the ground.
"Now's your chance to take it out!" shouted the Specialist.
Jude nodded punching it hard as Yuri and Lloyd were running side by side. Both swordsman have performed a strong slice around the creature's head. The Grimm Lizard stood still for a moment before it's head was cut off killing it. It fell to the ground as the body went limp and slowly it started vanishing in black smoke. The four heroes stood victorious defeating the creature.
(Music end)
"It's finally over" Jude sighed in relief.
"It's not over yet" Lloyd broke his thoughts" we still have to get out of here."
"Agreed we also have to return the relics to Ozpin" followed Hubert.
"Lead the way fearless leader" Yuri grinned at the swordsman in red.
Ozpin stood near the elevators section of the school with hot cocoa in hand. Sometimes he will have the hot sweet beverage other times, it will be coffee. He was a man of different taste and in his honest choice he will prefer both depending on the occasion and the mood. Next to him stood Goodwitch who was done watching the video feedback from her scroll.
There was no need to look at it anymore because the four have already reached the elevator back to the surface. And speaking of the heroes the elevator bell ding as it the doors opened revealing them. The headmaster took a glance at the clock from his scroll, he hide his smile. Lloyd went to him holding the his White Bishop piece and Jude followed.
"I hope this is what you want us to bring."
"Yes it is, those are the relics. Just in time too, with thirty minutes to spare."
"Does that mean we did it?" Jude sounded happy and relief.
"Yes Mr. Mathis you have passed the entrance exam."
"That makes us officially students of your school right?" said Yuri.
"That is correct from this day on your four are students of Beacon. With that out of the way I have your first task. In five days from now the new semester will begin…."
"What do you want us to do exactly?" asked the twin swordsman.
"I'm aware that some of the new students know each of you. I would like for you four not to bring too much attention on the first day until the initiation. That aside I can officially announce it. Lloyd Irving, Jude Mathis, Hubert Oswell and Yuri Lowell welcome to Beacon."
To be continued
-Done and we're finally on route to volume 1 canon and I was able to see the first episode of volume 5 by a miracle using my phone and crappy network connection, always buffering. I never thought of using my phone for said reason mentioned.
-Captain's Log: it is October 25 and I still have no power and no internet. Each day I'm slowly losing my sanity and humanity, as I'm being driven to the brink of insanity. It is unbearable how long I have to wait and it's still unsure when it will return but by then I am worried for my well being. I think I may not survive by the time it comes back, this world has been cruel enough….Okay that's enough of the Star Trek drama sorry I was kidding...Well most of it because I AM going crazy with no power and internet.
-I wanted to give the heroes a test of their own. Because there was no way in hell I was going to put them in the initiation of the Emerald Forest. That is so cliché and it's been over used in so many stories mainly OC's in RWBY stories. Though I must admit the entrance exam Ozpin gave them was easier than the initiation.
-SPOILER section (wait by the time I upload this chapter it will no longer be a spoiler because the whole world would have already watched the first episode of volume 5) anyway let's get to it. Volume 5 chapter 1 title" Welcome to Haven". I like everything about it I can tell the whole volume is going to be more promising than volume 4 (there are fans who didn't like it I understand why). Moving on I like that all four main characters made an appearance unlike the last volume and that's good. Professor Leonardo Lionheart (or Leo as Qrow refers to him) it is definitely based on the cowardly lion from the Wizard of Oz. Mistral is also based on the ancient Japanese civilization and that's very cool makes me wonder if Vacuo is based on the ancient Arabian kingdom not so sure about Atlas though. Like how Oscar introduced himself telling Ruby the first thing Ozpin told her when he first met her back in volume 1.
-SPOILER section continuation- looks like Blake isn't going anywhere from Menagerie putting on hold the faithful reunion with her lover Yang (seriously Bumblebee fans are that desperate). Honestly the more she stays in Menagerie with Sun the more development is given to Black Sun and Bumblebee slowly sinks into friend zone ocean (though honestly I don't support either ships my OTP is Lancaster deal with it haters). The woman that appears with Cinder in the volume 5 opening must be Sienna Khan leader of the White Fang (BTW the opening song kicks ass Jeff Williams did it again way better than volume 4 opening). Also I am very excited for this volume for ONE simple reason future reunion between Yang and Raven yep they have given enough hint with the opening especially now that the blond brawler revealed she's looking for her and not Ruby (I'm honestly happy she choose her mother over her sister because she knows very well Ruby can take care of herself and because she knows she's not alone). This is so good with Yang reuniting with her mother this will finally bring her closure to her character development. After she finds out the kind of person Raven is she will definitely leave her (not before giving her the middle finger for leaving her and her father) and go to Mistral to find Ruby.
-SPOILER section continuation- I hope we can finally know the reason Raven abandoned Yang and Taiyang. Personally I don't think she's as cold and cruel as she looks. I am sure her reason for leaving must be her semblance. I've been thinking about it for so long and since Qrow's semblance is bringing misfortune to others, Raven's semblance must be worse than that. I think in the ancient lore the raven symbolizes" death" some consider it a bad omen. Also seeing a circle of ravens flying around is consider a sign that" there will be more deaths". But getting back to Raven's semblance I don't think she brings death to others I think it's more about having premonitions of people dying and tragedies. This is why I think she warned Qrow of the Fall of Beacon and Ozpin's fall. She probably had a vision of it and she might have also seen a vision of Yang dying if she stays with her. Anyway it's all just a theory nothing concrete I may be over thinking it. There's also another theory of mine that she was the one that caused Summer's death and not Qrow. She must have seen a vision of Summer dying because she was close to her (not in a romantic way lol I won't feed those writers who ship Summer/Raven) and she chose to ignore it.
-Now getting to Yang's character short trailer I really like it more than Blake's character short. It's obvious before the start of volume 1 just like Weiss's. While Bumblebee fans weren't happy Blake wasn't in it (some are still butt hurt that Sun was present in Blake's character short lol). But back to Yang's trailer I like how she told Ruby not to run away because it's being reflected in volume 5 with herself. Yang chose to face things head on and resume her search for her mother. Like the fight against the Grimm showing how much she cares for her little sister as usual.
-On another topic I really need help with the team name it doesn't have to be a color I don't like that rule. I would appreciate the assistance.
-As always thank you very much for the favs, follows and reviews I really appreciate it.
Next time: The Shining Beacon