Chapter 1
It was already dark outside as I looked up from my scroll and out the window. As I looked around the dorm I saw that my teammates Phoenix Right, and Robyn Blue were chatting, while Sapphire Stone was combing her long hair. I was the only male in our group. Luckily there's no issue of separating us all. We all sleep in the same room, with our own beds. I'm glad my parents don't visit, because if my mom saw this, she'd be creating barriers to keep my distance from the rest of my team. Of course my dad would give me a pat on the back followed by a suggestive wink. Even he was nowhere near this lucky when he had his team. His team was two guys and two girls, just like Team SHDW, whom I shall mention at a later time. We recently finished our first semester here at Beacon Academy, so we're just relaxing for the most part. Even out of all my teammates, none of them are the leader. I, Jet Schwarz, am the leader of our team, Team JSPR. At our initiation, we had to have a partner before. As we were literally thrown into the forest, the first person you made eye contact with, was to be your partner for the remainder of your time here. That being said my partner was Sapphire, where Robyn and Phoenix had each other. Sapphire and I met no opposition on our trip to recover the relic or back. Robyn was in quite the situation, as she hadn't found a partner yet, and she was surrounded by a pack of Beowolves, about seven or so. Luckily Phoenix found her right on time, and aided her. Though Phoenix did most of the work, according to Robyn, saying that Phoenix killed six of the seven Beowolves. Robyn only managed to get one as they all focused on Phoenix, so she managed to take it by surprise. Robyn also said that Phoenix switched her weapon after each kill. She does that often, not as a way of being cocky, but to give her opponents less of a chance to actually understand her movements. She has no pattern of what weapon she goes for next, except for ones she hasn't used yet. Phoenix says that she doesn't really focus on one type of weapon, but she always starts with her sword and shield. She's got quite the variety of weapons. Hell, I bet Phoenix could even take on that amazing fighter from Team JNPR Pyrrha Nikos. Of course if it was just a battle of strength and skill. With her polarity, Pyrrha definitely has the upper hand against Phoenix, unless Phoenix can manage to overpower her while her semblance activates for the duration it lasts. Of her weapons Phoenix's weapons all have a better reach than any of Pyrrha's weapons in a melee fight. Pyrrha has shown that she has exceptional talent with her javelin. Though Phoenix only has a crossbow, which generally is meant for shorter ranges, but she makes it up with firing rapidly thanks to her being able to modify it to have the dust fire quickly. Phoenix even has a larger shield, as it is much taller and wider. Though Team JNPR does have Nora, who's more of a wildcard for their team. Jaune is, well, Jaune. Finally, they've got Ren, who's actually rather surprisingly underwhelming. The real threats are Pyrrha and Nora. Their semblances give them a tremendous boost in their fights. Of course ours are also rather powerful as well, but not without their limitations.
"Hey Jet, you okay there? You seem.. well, distant tonight." Sapphire had asked me as the others looked at me as well.
"Yeah. Something going on?" Robyn asked, agreeing with Sapphire in the process.
"No, I'm good. Just.. thinking is all." I responded. At times I prefer to answer vaguely. This was one of those times.
"About what, Jet?" Phoenix asked, always curious of what was on my mind.
"Our classmates... in a way." I replied vaguely once more. They usually figure out what it is that I'm being vague about eventually. This time should be no different.
"You're thinking about scenarios where we fight the other teams here aren't you?" Sapphire asked, knowing me all too well.
"Exactly."
"What team were you thinking about this time? JNPR or RWBY?"
"JNPR this time." Last time, I thought of Team CFVY, but didn't really think too deeply as I did this time with Team JNPR.
"You should give it a rest Jet. I mean sure, you can do that all you want, but right now the semester is over. You could at least focus on something else." Robyn said. She always took things easily.
"Robyn is right. We have time to ourselves for once. We should take advantage and go to the city tomorrow." Phoenix said. She rarely did side with Robyn even if they were partners, unless it was something beneficial to everyone.
"Though where should we go?" Robyn asked.
"We could check up to see if any dust shops have any new dust types." Sapphire said. She loved to try new dust types. Especially what effect it would have with her semblance.
"Even you must know that's a rare occasion Sapphire." Phoenix said as if she is attempting to suggest her own idea.
"More like extremely rare. Team RWBY has a higher chance of stopping the White Fang rather than a new dust type being sold tomorrow." I said to Sapphire.
"Ok. I get it Jet. Way to put down my suggestion." Sapphire said with a slight pout on her face.
"Now that you mention the White Fang, remember how we heard that there was a human working with them?" Robyn asked.
"You mean when Team RWBY found them by the port attempting to steal entire shipments of dust from Schnee Dust Company right?" I asked.
"Those were what the reports said, correct." Phoenix replied.
"Though the human was said to be Roman Torchwick, who's just a criminal out for a bunch of dust. He doesn't seem like the kind of guy to be affiliated with the White Fang for any reason." Sapphire added.
"Perhaps he's only a pawn for something much bigger. He's only a criminal remember, not some mastermind. Someone else has to be pulling the strings. Why else would he need so much dust? Something is going on in Vale, and who knows, maybe the one behind it all is here in Vale as well, lurking in the shadows." I said trying to piece it together.
"Of course, all we can do is speculate. Though let's not dwell too long on that. We should rest now. We'll decide what to do from tomorrow while we eat." Phoenix said.
"You mean while we eat, and you go off training?" Robyn said.
"No, I shall join you guys tomorrow. Even I need a break from training." Phoenix said.
"Oh? The "Blossoming Flame" not training for a day? Is tomorrow that special? What's the occasion "Eternus Juvenis"? Do you have something planned for us?" I teased Phoenix.
"P-Please, e-enough with the flattery." Phoenix said as her face was getting pretty red. She was always rather easy to tease.
"Alright alright. I'll let you surprise us tomorrow then. I'm gonna go to sleep now. Goodnight you guys." I said to the team as I powered off my scroll and laid on the bed.
"Goodnight." They all said back. Sapphire got up to turn off the lights, while Phoenix closed the curtains. Robyn barely had her face on the pillow and was already asleep. No matter how much sleep she got or the time of day, she'd always sleep as if she were in a coma. It was difficult waking her up the first week of class as we always got late, until we figured out the smell of food instantly resuscitates her. Though at least paying attention in class is probably even harder than waking Robyn. Professor Port or as I like to call him Professor Pork Chops, drags on and on with stories of battles he's had with Grimm. Then there's Professor Oobleck. Though history isn't a dull subject to me, Professor Oobleck just talks much too fast for me to even really listen. Even though I rarely focus in class, Phoenix is kind enough to pretty much tutor me. Without her I'd definitely be failing, just like Jaune was before Pyrrha aided him as well. Even Nora does better than Jaune, which comes as a huge shocker. Team RWBY doesn't seem to have any issues with class. Though recently I've noticed that Blake seems to be faltering. For what reason I have no idea but I can tell something is distracting her. I'm sure her team can aid her, I mean that's what they're there for. A team is supposed to be able to support each other on and off the battlefield no matter how serious or ridiculous it might be. Of course not every problem is easily fixed. Some have their own conflict with themselves. I should really get to sleep now. I'm anxious to see what Phoenix has in store for us. Afterwards, I've got my own...matter, to deal with alone.