RWBY: Ghost of Remnant Vol.1
Chapter 8: Lost Hope, Bringer Of Joy
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FLASHBACK (WEISS' POV)
I pulled away from the kiss I given him. I looked into his visor, seeing the eyes behind it. Despite the helmet hiding his identity, I never forgot how his eyes were; the pain, the loneliness, the regret, even his anger… but behind those negative emotions was a faint sign of kindness as if something was still making him stay as he is despite his reputation.
His title, Specter, it somehow fits him. He was like a visible incorporeal spirit, especially one of a terrifying nature but to me… someone I fell in love with. Ever since I wanted to find anything about him, my feelings grew by the day. It made me wanted to search through the ends of Remnant just to find out where he is.
He was now here in Vale of all places. The others didn't how glad I was when I first saw him that I was in tears of joy just to see him. He was also mysterious… and to be honest also a familiar? I couldn't pace it. But it didn't matter to me now.
After a couple of days, he gave me a rose on each day, each one special in its own way. As well as once a while we'll meet at that building as we look out past Vale. Now… I looked at the 7th rose he given me recently. Yet all of them have one thing in common.
Hope.
He gave me hope and made me choose my own destiny, to become a Huntress. If it wasn't for him… my life wouldn't have been better. These were now my treasured belongings, and ones I will never forget for as long as I live…. My only wish now, is that I can see what's under the mask? And hope I could make him smile at least.
Meanwhile, out in the far distance of Vale brew a dangerous storm during the night. One where it felt too ominous and filled with worry. A young man is on the ground, groaning softly as what appears to be odd markings quickly covering him. And in a flash of lightning he was gone, replaced by…. Something.. It was too dark to tell what it was, all that could be made out now was his golden eyes.
He chuckled out loud as he turned his head, looking out where the some faints lights can be seen. "This… pressure…. It feels…. perfect…. " He grinned as he took off to where the lights were. But right behind him, standing on top of a mountain was another figure, also covered by the darkness of the night. He looked down at the scene with a worried stance. "This is not good.." Was the only thing he could say as he vanished in a small red light.
(Insert opening song - This Will Be The Day - RWBY Vol.1 Opening)
The start first starts off with a guitar strumming a bit before the lyrics start.
[They see you as small and helpless. They see you as just a child]
The screen shifts to Cody sitting upon a rooftop in the middle of the night. He sits their as he looks at the Ore Eyecon in his hand.
[Surprise when they find out that a warrior will soon run wild]
Something then goes amiss as Cody quickly looks up to see a fire outbreak near by. He then smirks as he jumps off of the roof.
[Prepare for your greatest moments. Prepare for your finest hour.]
The title card then appears as it shines a bit before shifting down after Cody.
[The dream that you've always dreamed is, Suddenly about to flower]
As Cody runs through the road, he passes by a single rose in a pot, a snowflake in a store, a cat in an alley way, and finally a single ember flicker from a window of an occupied house.
[We are lightning]
Once he reaches the area, four shadows appear above him. Cody stops to see the shadows land in front of him.
[Straying from the thunder, Miracles of ancient wonder]
In front of him were Team Rwby smiling at him. Cody then smiles back as he grabs the lever of the Ghost Driver on his waist and pushes it in to don on the Ghost Damashii.
[This will be the day we've waited for, This will be the day we open up the door]
Fight then breaks out as Cody and Team Rwby are fighting against the Grimm and the Ganma as they class h it out together.
[I don't wanna hear your absolution, Hope you're ready for a revolution]
As they fight them, Team JNPR drop down to assist them as they battle some more highly evolved Ganma.
[Welcome to a world of new solutions, Welcome to a world of bloody evolution]
As both teams fight their enemies, Roman is standing on a roof near by, watching them fight along with Alan and his benefactor as they grin from ear to ear about some special plan they have in-stored for them all.
[In time-your heart will open minds]
As the fight continues, the teams are surrounded by Ganma and Grimm as they approach them all. And out from the distance is Ozpin watching them all along with Sennin as he smiles and offers them some power.
[A story will be told , And victory is in a simple soul]
Energy flows into Cody, Team RWBY and JNPR. They all then nod at each other as Cody activates his OmegaDrive. They all then jump at the enemies, delivering their own special attack as Cody flies at the screen with a rider kick, smashing through and showing the title card one last time.
It's been about two weeks since the incident with Crystal Arrow and for now everyone was on a special break. For some students, they took this time to relax and either stay in their dorms or go out in Vale. But for Team RWBY, they were all heading towards Cody's hometown, Isle Of The Dragons Breath.
Although it took almost forever for them to convince him to take them… Even after what they learned. But after lots of tries, pleads and even some 'deals' Cody agreed as everyone boarded the ship to the Isle. And as they were waiting to get there, each one was having a different experience. Ruby wanted to see the weapons they had, while Blake was curious on the culture and even the rumors of them having tamed Grimm? And as for Yang, she was wanting to know a bit more about his home for once? It was different. And Cody, while he was somewhat dreading taking them, more worried about the Grimm that lays beneath the island, but he was still happy to return home for a week.
And as they relaxed on the boat, Ruby too notice of the now proclaimed 'Ice Queen' who was sitting near the window. Weiss looked at the new rose she obtained last night, enjoying the scent it emitted. It felt peaceful. And while the curiosity drove them mad on who this 'mystery man' was? They did agree they liked seeing her softer side.
"You know, it is kinda good to see Weiss like this," Yang whispered to Ruby and Cody.
"You're telling me… I'm just glad that she's been distracted lately from her crush. Although I do wanna know who this guy is?" Ruby whispered back
"She won't tell us," Yang shrugged. "But who exactly did Weiss fall for anyway? It looked like she has the eyes of seeing her crush for a long while."
"Well, whoever he may be, I just hope he knows how to treat her rightfully." Cody said to them.
They heard the boat blowing its horn, signaling that they were getting close. They all looked out the window and saw the island from a distance. It was filled with lots of vegetation, along with a few houses here and there, scattered across it. But the biggest eye catcher was the large, inactive volcano in the back of the island. It was even taller than the mountain in Vale! "Ladies, Welcome to my home. Isle Of The Dragon's Breath." Cody introduced.
"Wow!" Ruby said in awe.
"Gotta admit it looks nice," Yang nodded.
Blake nodded while Weiss stared at the island. She looked at her rose before she noticed something in the other window. Out there was what appears to be very small bird like Grimm flying alongside the boat. But oddly enough they had scarfs or even some unique color to them.
"Weiss, let's go!." Ruby called out, getting her out of her stupor. She got up but her foot tapped on something. Looking down, she saw a phone?
She knelt down to pick it up, looking around to see who dropped it. Oddly enough no one dropped it. The phone was black with a few blue spots on the edges. It even had what felt likes scales to its design. It was unique.
"Weiss come on or we'll leave you behind!"
"Alright," she replied before pocketing the phone and followed her teammates, not knowing that the phone was meant to be there on purpose.
As they left the boat they began to follow Cody who had a bright smile on his face as he lead the group through a small dirt trail after they took a right in the small town that began the main port. He turned to them, seeing how far back they were. "Come on you four! Let's hurry it up!" He beamed. "I can't wait to show you everyone!"
They followed him through the dirt trail until they made it to what looks to be a plaza. It was pretty small compared to Vale or even Patch. It was filled with not just houses but several people too. Each one looking different than the last. As well as what' seems to be more Faunus's than humans. But what really catches the eye were the several small or medium Grimm walking around like they were apart of this place. Each one had a new coloring or item on their bodies. Not collars, but other things like a necklace, scarf and even a hat.
"These Grimm look different," Blake noticed.
"I'm still trying to figure that one out too.. But as far as I know, these Grimm are the only ones in the whole world who don't attack humans. Either due to their age, or maybe they just got tired of killing? No one really knows why the Grimm here don't attack humans. We still get a few that do, but their population is small." Cody mentioned as he began walking in further into the town.
As he did, several people took notice as they came over to not only greet a well known member of the community, but as well as to greet the girls as well. Some of them being really nice.
"Well look who's popular," Yang teased as the girls watch him being greeted.
"Well, this was my home. Of course everyone knows me." He smiled.
"Ah welcome back, Cody." An elderly voice called out. Cody turned to see a very old man with a white staff and a long beard approaching them.
"Elder Sein." He bowed to him.
The said elder took notice of his companions. "Ah, welcome to Isle of The Dragon's Breath. Who are you young ladies?"
"These are my friends, Elder Sein," Cody gestured to Team RWBY.
"Ah, Welcome girls." He bowed to them. "I do hope Cody hasn't caused you any trouble? He sometimes.. Can be difficult.."
Yang and Ruby giggled. "He's doing fine. We're just glad to see where he can from?" Yang said to him.
"You will certainly love the island," the elder assured. "If you all may follow me." He began to walk, leading the five through the plaza. "While our island may not be as advance as you four accustomed to. I assure you, you will ever forget your time here. Sides from the culture, our food and stores here do bring quality items." He mentioned as the girls saw said items.
The clothes while different, were appealing. And as for the food, both Yang and Ruby smelled the scent of some freshly made treats. And it smelled amazing! "And if you are worried about the Grimm, do not worry. For eons, this island has been the only place where they can live among us."
"Amazing…" Blake muttered, seeing how the Grimm acting friendly towards the people.
Ruby was in awe of the place before noticing a tree that looks like having a grave along with other assortments. Some meant for a boy and the other meant for a young girl. "What's that…?"
The elder turned his head to the tree, a sad smile shown on his face. "Ah… It was where two children first met Cody's late mentor…." He answered. Cody walked over to it and he kneeled down and started to pay his respects.
"What do you mean…?"
"You see… 10 years ago, two children arrived in the island to be away from whatever happened to their parents. The eldest one, a boy, was very strong willed despite his young age. A strong soul if you prefer. The little one was merely a 6 year old girl." He continued, walking to the grave. "They were such kind kids. Cody actually looked up to the boy back then."
"He was in my eyes, my older brother. He helped me strive to start fighting the good fight." Cody said as he stood back up and looked at them.
"What happened after that…?" Ruby asked.
"They went out to the forest due to the little girl chasing a Grimm pup…. They never returned…"
"But, that should mean they're still alive… right?" Blake asked as both Cody and the elder lowered their heads. They then turned to the grave as the girls noticed two necklaces' that looked like were partially covered in blood.
"Those were the family crests they wear, as tradition to their bloodline." The elder said. "We found those by the mines…"
"They…. were the first victims…" Cody muttered. The girls realizing what he meant by that.
"What were their names?"
"I'm afraid I don't remember, sadly." The elder sighed. "It was 10 years ago but everyone here on this island cared about the two."
Ruby and the others looked around at the others. While they were very happy, their eyes showed that of many loses, ones that were easily read. "I'm… Sorry… I didn't mean to bring up old memories…" Ruby apologized.
The elder smiled. "No need to feel bad. There is a saying: a strong soul leads to a great future."
"Who said that…?"
"The same one who had a strong soul," he smiled, looking at the grave.
Behind the two small graves was a small plate that had the island's words written on it. So far, the girls couldn't make it out, but once they saw Cody kneeling to the ground, before placing Ore, the Driver and the GanGanSaber on it as he payed his respects again, they understood who it was this time.
A bit later after some more food and tours, Cody lead them upon another path that lead to a cliff, near it was a very nicely made house, almost the same size as a mansion, but shorter. He smiled as he walked up to it before knocking on the door.
"So who's house is this?" Weiss asked, starting to pant a bit as she waved her hand, trying to cool off from the heat up here.
"Oh, this is my old place." Cody smiled.
"Wait, what?" Yang asked, both surprised and confused.
That was then the door opened up. Standing there were two adults. One looked like an older version of Cody, but with a scruffy beard, while the woman had snow white hair and glasses. "Hey Mom, Dad."
"Cody… Welcome back." The mother said as they hugged. The father then walked up to the girls. "So, you're the ones who became his partners? I hope Cody hasn't done anything to upset you four?" The father said as he greeted them with a handshake, that almost felt like a vice grip.
"He hasn't," Yang assured shaking back as they both realized their strong handshakes.
"Oh! This one has some fire in her! Hehe, you must be lucky guy huh son?" He smirked, causing Cody to blush lightly.
"Dad…. Don't…"
"Please do come inside our home."
They all nodded as they started to make towards the door. But as they do, something jumps out from behind it and tackles Cody to the ground. As they turned their heads, they see a new kind of Grimm. It was small, almost the size of a dog. But it was reptile like, but was slightly bent down, with two large claws on its feet, along with it's main white and red color scheme on top of its black body. But at the back of its head and tail were a few golden feather. And Cody was chuckling madly. "I know, I know! It's good to see you too Razor!" The girls laughed upon seeing the reunion.
After a while of getting to know Cody's parents and pet, night finally made its presence in the sky as everyone was getting ready to sleep. All except one person. Weiss was in her nightgown, looking out the window. She sighs happily as she takes out her new white rose as she looks down at it, gently touching it.
She then heard what sounds like a rattle. She blinked before looking back at the room she occupied. She tried to find the source before noticing her clothes moving around. What popped out was the familiar mechanical Cobra as it looked around the area. Thinking it's safe it swerved out of the girls room as it seems to be heading somewhere?
It went under the door, making Weiss curious to what it's doing. More importantly, being all the way here in this island? She put on her slippers and robe to follow the fleeing serpent. She then sees it stopping in front of Cody's room as it slithered underneath it. A few seconds later it popped back out, now with his 3 Eyecon's in it's mouth. It turned left and right before moving until it stopped and quickly looked at Weiss.
Her eyes widen with confusion. "Why do you have those in your mouth?" She questioned it quietly.
It tilted its head, its hood moving slightly before moving away. Weiss slowly stepped forward, making sure it didn't get out of her sight as she slowly started to follow it. It then bolted as her eyes widen. She then started to chase after it, not only wondering why it's here, but why it took Cody's Eyecon's?
Her chase continued, leaving the house and followed the serpent. After a long chase, she saw it make a turn to the plaza in which she quietly walked to it. Upon entering the plaza she saw the Cobra slithering to none other than Specter who was gazing at the grave under the tree. She smiled lightly as she walked up to him. "Specter? What bring you out here?" She asked him.
Specter's pet slithered to his side, the 'Rider' kneeling down, petting it as it handing him the Eyecons. "These…" He answered monotoned. "Wait…. You can't take those!" She said to him, frowning.
Specter stopped patting his pet before turning his head to her. "I need them…" He said, standing up. "He doesn't deserve them."
This for once surprised Weiss. "Doesn't need them? He'll die if he loses them!" She shouted.
"An eye for an eye…" He explained, cryptically. "One life for another…"
Weiss frowned again as she walked up and grabbed the Eyecon's from him. "Specter. I may love you, but I'm not willing to risk my friend for these!"
He stared at her, feeling the Eyecons no longer in his grasp. He was about to approach her until he quickly turned his head to the other end of the plaza. The Cobra hissing, as if it detects a threat. Out in the plaza stood a very tall man, wearing nothing but odd clothes that looked like a mix match set from the trash. He grinned as he looked up to where they're at, before making a big leap and landing in front of them. This caused Weiss to be thrown back into the tree next to her, knocking her out.
Specter dangerously looked at the assailant. "Who are you..?" He brought his hand to the Ghost Driver, summoning his rifle.
"Just someone… who wants to eat…" He grinned. He then started to glow brightly as he changed his form. Standing there in front of him was some.. Creature. On one side was what appeared to be a purple coloring of his skin, completely with red and black outlines. While his other side was golden and what seemed to be a large like mouth, popping out of his shoulder, along with jagged markings almost like teeth on his legs. He then brought out a sword as he pointed it to him then towards the unconscious Weiss.
"And for what lays inside her mind…. Seems to be calling me…." He chuckled as he began to slowly approach her.
The azure Rider growled before firing a few rounds into the unknown monster, causing it to stumble back. He quickly ran to Weiss and carried her while aiming his rifle at the kajin, firing more rounds before running.
"I always like a chase…" He grinned. He then made one large leap as he quickly rushed to them before swinging his sword, causing a small shockwave.
Specter gritted his teeth under his helmet, feeling the amount of force from it. He has dealt with strong opponents before even the hell he endured years ago. He never backs down from doing what he does.
He quickly brought out the purple Eyecon. "Nobunaga, lend me your strength!" He said, pressing the switch on the Eyecon, the number 12 appearing on it. He then takes out his Specter as he replaces it with the new one before placing it inside.
EYE!
BATCHIRIMIRO! BATCHIRIMIRO!
As this new tune plays, the Damashii of Nobunaga flew out of the driver as it did its pose, revealing his old self behind him. Specter then looked up as he pulled out the lever before pushing it back in.
KAIGAN! NOBUNAGA!
WARE NO IKIZAMA! OKEHAZAMA!
The Damashii placed itself onto him as he donned his new form. He gained a new faceplate, which is two purple rifles, crossing like an 'X' along with this two horns. He aimed his rifle, releasing rounds at a deadly precision, each one that would be fatal to a normal human.
Meanwhile at Cody's home. The heroes were sleeping until multiple gunshots were sounding out from the distance. Cody groaned as he slowly opened his eyes, rubbing them as he looks around, trying to find where that sound was? He groaned before going back to sleep until a bright light along with the sound of an explosion was heard. He quickly got up before looking out the window, seeing quick flashes of blue light along with fire as if something is fighting each other.
"And I thought I could come here and NOT, deal with these things" Cody groaned as he strapped on the driver, but as he tried to grab his Eyecon, he could only feel the air as he looked down in shock "WHERE ARE MY EYECONS?!"
The door suddenly slammed open with a panicked Ruby. "Cody, Weiss isn't here!" she exclaimed.
He then turned towards the lights, worried. "Oh no... " He got out as he turned his head to her. "You girls get ready! I think we have some 'company' here…" He gritted as he rushed out of the house and towards the lights.
With Specter, he continued his firing as the kajin tries to block each one while the Rider defends the unconscious Heiress. Behind him, Weiss slowly opened her eyes, her vision blurry at first until it cleared, seeing Specter continuously firing at the monster who was stumbling back a bit from each hit as if he was trying to push it back.
"Got you!" The kajin shouted out as he grabbed him by the neck and slowly lifted him up. Specter-Nobunaga clenched onto the kaijin's arm, trying to be free from its grasp. "I'm not giving up…" he gasped out.
"You are weak! You have no advantage over me!" It gloated.
Specter-Nobunaga 'glared' at the kaijin. "A strong… soul… can… reach…. greatness…. even in… the most dire… times…!" he stated, now grasping its arm tightly.
"But can easily break just as well…" It said as it raised its fist. Suddenly it glowed light green as a faint blur image appears briefly.
HARPY
He then reeled his fist back as he then sent several super fast punches at his chest. Sparks flying off from the blows. Specter was sent rolling across the ground, his armor smoking from the punches. He clenched his hand slowly, grasping the dirt before slowly getting up on his feet. Weiss just watched as the Rider wasn't backing down, not willing to give up at all. She could see his armor smoking from the punches he received.
"Once I'm done with you, that pretty little girl shall fall into despair! And her Phantom will be devoured..." It shouted in glee as he raised his sword, ready to finish off the Blue Devil.
"SPECTER!" Weiss cried out.
Suddenly sparks just bleed off of the kajin, causing him to wail out as he moves back to tender his wounds. "Sorry, but that will not happen on my watch…" Called out a voice.
They all turned their heads as the kajin growls out. "Masaka… Yubiwa no Mahoutsukai?!" It shouted out in fear.
Standing there near by was another armored warrior clad in a black bodysuit which concealed his form. The silver belt and chain of rings at his side stayed the same, but the rest was different. His chest was covered in red gem-like armour which was a long line down the middle with three sections on each side that were rectangular, but slightly askew. The shoulders were covered in black armor with silver edges that were decorated with dragon-like crests. From the waist hung a robe-like waist covering which was red on the inside but black on the outside. His wrists and ankles sported bands that were the same ruby red as the chest plate. Finally, his head was concealed by a silver helmet which had a ruby red faceplate decorated like the ring he wore, sporting metal lines making it appear as if it had large eyes with antennae rising from the forehead. He then twirled his gun as he fired off a few more rounds at the kajin.
The kaijin gritted its teeth at the newcomer. It looked at the Rider then at his mortal enemy. Seeing as how the 'Yubia no Mahoutsukai' is here, he knew it won't end well for him. He quickly ran away, jumping away into the forest.
Specter's legs finally gave way as he fell to his knees, using his rifle as support. They could hear him breathing heavily as if he endured all the pain he received, like he was used to it. Weiss though stood up as she walked over to him, worried. "Are you alright?" She asked, some tears in her eyes.
"Pain… Pain is what I no longer feel… not anymore…" he muttered lowly, slowly standing back up before falling back down.
The new rider turned to the injured warrior as he walked over to him as he kneeled down. "Here, let me help." He said as he took off a ring on his left hand as he replaced it with a new one. This thought caught Weiss's attention.
RECOVER! PLEASE!
The new Rider placed his hand on Specter's shoulder, a green aura surrounding him. It then died down as Specter felt less pain but he knew that deep down, he had to stay strong. He may have lost for the first time but he won't give in to being weak. Weiss though had a look of confusion yet surprise at what happened. "H-How did you do that?" She asked.
"A Mahoutsukai never reveals his secrets," he mused under his helmet.
"Ma...hout..sukai?" She questioned, not knowing the word.
"A Wizard in translation." the Rider added, getting back up.
"WEISS!" Shouted out someone. They all then turned their heads to see Ruby and the rest of her team running towards them. They not only took notice of the gem-armored warrior but they saw the Rider with the two horns on his head, yet wearing a different Damashii that Cody never saw before until an image of a great man who unified Vale came to mind upon seeing him wear the Damashii.
'The Blue Devil has Nobunaga? Ugh.. Great… I hope he doesn't have the rest of mine…' Cody groaned in his thoughts.
"I must go now," the new Rider said as he twisted the panel twice before placing a ring over it.
TELEPORT! PLEASE!
He disappeared in a fiery circle, now gone from their sights. Ruby and the other then ran up to Weiss, worried. But not before Ruby hugged her tightly. "I'm so glad you're okay!" she sniffed, a few tears in her eyes.
"I'm okay, Ruby." Weiss said, gasping for air. "Can you let me go now, you're crushing me!"
Ruby yelped before letting her go. They heard footsteps and they saw the Blue Devil in his Nobunaga Damashii walking away, his rifle over his shoulder. "Wait!" Ruby called out to him.
The Blue Devil stopped before looking back. "Thank you.. For saving my friend…" She said with a smile.
The Blue Devil looked at her for a moment before letting out a small yet short nod and walked away. "Cobra." he called out. The said snake was now on Weiss shoulder with a certain plant in its mouth. It was another white rose, but this time it had a few light blue dots on it before it jumped down and raced back to its master.
Weiss took it as she smiled and held it against her heart before letting out a deep sigh. Once the blue Devil left, the others started to ponder as they looked at Weiss then back at where he was before turning back to Weiss. A few seconds passed as their eyes widen as they finally piece it together.
"EEEEEHHHHHHH!?"
The next day arrives. Everyone had their rest as the gang were all sitting at the table, Cody and Blake glaring at Weiss as Yang just had her arms crossed, but Ruby had a dream like smile to her face.
"The Blue Devil is your crush?!" Cody shouted at her.
Weiss looked away, avoiding eye contact. "Why does it matter to you?" she questioned.
"Oh, I don't know… Maybe because he almost killed me once AND almost got away with my Eyecon's last night?!" He shouted again, slamming his hands on the table. "I'm all for falling in love, but with… Him?!"
Weiss looked at Cody, dead in the eyes. "Don't treat me like I'm a child. You're not my father you know!"she shouted. "At least the Blue Devil knew what it's like to feel alone… feeling like his life had no meaning…. The pain…." She remembered his words from last night. 'Pain… Pain is what I no longer feel… not anymore…'
"So what if I fell in love with him!?" she questioned. "I don't care what you guys think of him as! He's the reason why I still have hope left in me!"
Upon hearing this made Cody flinch. He then looked down and started to think this through… Why does he hate the Blue Devil so much? It…. couldn't just because of the deaths he made or the Eyecon's being stolen so… What was it? He then sighed as he stood up and slowly walked out of the room. He wanted to know why he hates that mysterious Rider so much. Just what is it?
Once gone Yang turn to Weiss. "Look Weiss… We're all just worried… We know you trust him, but come on…. He's taking Cody's only way to live again." Yang said, trying to find some reason.
Weiss' eyes softened. "I… I know Cody needs them but…" she muttered. "I just don't want to lose a friend but at the same time not lose the hope I was given because of the Blue Devil…" Tears formed around her eyes as she stood up and raced out of the room, leaving the girls there.
Blake and Yang sighed, still forgetting at how much he means to her? Ruby though, still had her goofy smile on. "Weiss's in love…" She sang softly.
"She understands the situation, but she also wants to follow her heart." Called out a voice. They turned their heads to see Cody's mother standing there, holding a plate of tea as she gave them all a cup.
"What do you mean?" Yang asked, slightly confused.
"She knows that Cody needs those Eyecons to get his life back but at the same time, she doesn't want to lose the love and hope she longed for." she explained. "That rose is special. It made her realize there's more to this life."
"Special? How so?"
"It's not just the way he presents it, it's the plant itself. That rose is called the Angel's Light. Story has it, the rose brings out a sweet yet peaceful aroma, soothing the heart of those who smell its aroma." she explained. "It's as if a piece of an Angel is within it, guiding her to her destiny."
Yang and Blake started to think things through, but as they were, a figure from the outside heard the whole story, grinning from ear to ear as it disappears.
Out near the beach, Weiss sat along the shore, watching the waves go by. She sighs slightly as she rubs a few tears away from her face before looking down at the new rose she was given. She smiles lightly as she held it close to her being.
"A rose can mean many things in a way…" a familiar voice said. She looked back and saw Specter sitting on what looks to be a deep blue motorcycle but it had two horns on it along with chains embedded in the sides where the engine was.
"It… can?" She asked.
"A rose symbolizes faith… hope… love… purity… and honor…" he listed calmly.
Weiss giggled slightly. "Never took you for a philosopher." She smiled.
"It's... what I remember…." he muttered, looking at the road ahead of him.
"What you remember? Did… you lose your memory?" She asked him.
"No…" he answered. "My past isn't something I want to share with anyone…"
Weiss lowered her head slightly. "I… Understand…" She said softly as she looked up at him. "But.. Please.. Promise me… Promise me you won't fight my friend… I care for him as well…" She pleaded.
Specter looked at her upon hearing that. He needed those Eyecons to get back what was taken away from him. What made his little sister what she is now. Nothing can't get in his way, that was his code. But…. something in his heart tells him to not hurt her if she is in his way. What kind of feeling was this? He hasn't felt warmth in a long time. He didn't have any 'positive' emotions for a long time either. 'What is this feeling…?' He thought to himself.
"SO! He is your hope huh?" Boomed out a familiar voice.
Specter quickly got summoned his rifle, only to be punched away, rolling across the sand and landed in front of Weiss. "If that's the case, then I'll crush him and that rose of yours!" The Phantom called out, pointing his blade at them.
Specter brought out another Eyecon. "Tutankhamun help me with your strength." he said, pressing the switch.
His Specter Damashii vanished as Specter replaced it with the Tutankhamun Eyecon and closed the Driver. He closed it as the Driver sounded out.
EYE!
BATCHIRIMIRO! BATCHIRIMIRO!
As this new tune plays, the Damashii of Tutankhamun, it design was something related to a sarcophagus as it flew out of the driver as it did its pose, revealing his old self behind him. Specter then looked up as he pulled out the lever before pushing it back in.
KAIGAN! TUTANKHAMUN!
PYRAMID WA SANKAKU OKE NO SHIKAKU!
The Teal Egyptian Damashii flew down as he donned this new form. The faceplayed through was mostly green and somewhat resembled that of two sickles pointing in the center. His companion Cobra hissed as it attached itself to the rifle as he twirled it around, showing it off to be a sickle as he charged it, swiping at it. He struck the kajin across the chest before bending back to avoid a claw then embedded the blade to the kajin's shoulder. "I'm not weak." He informed before pulling down, forcing the kajin to the ground from the amount of strength.
"You brat…" It growled out as it glowed grey for a moment as what looks like a minotaur slightly appears as an image before disappearing.
MINOTAUR
The Kajin then stood up as he summoned up a ball of fire as he tossed it at the Rider. He was sent flying into the water, a large splash created from the attack. "Che, and he calls himself strong…" He said as he turned to the Heiress. "Now… for you and your hope to be brought into despair…" He turned his head when the water was moving slightly before it shot up, Specter - Tutankhamun having his sickle raised and strike the kajin away. But the Kajin quickly caught it as he brought out his sword before slicing at the Rider several times.
"GGGAAAHHH!" He screamed as he fell next to Weiss, holding his chest. He gritted his teeth in anger, the armor glowing upon his emotion like it always had. "I'm gonna make sure you rot in hell!" he roared.
"You first…" He said coldly as he lifted his sword, ready to strike. But a blur passed by as it blocked the attack. Both Weiss and the Blue Devil looked up to see Cody, holding his blade against the Kajin, spite it being stronger than him as he slowly gets on his knees.
"What are you doing!?" Specter demanded with venom in his voice.
"I-I'm… protecting.. My friend… Devil.." He gritted. "I know… I'm not the strongest out there… I fully know that…. But… if I can't try my best to save a friend's light… Then I have no right to talk about strength!" He shouted out, as the Spider Lantern quickly helped him by placing the Ore Eyecon into his driver.
EYE!
BATCHIRIMINA! BATCHIRIMINA! BATCHIRIMINA!
As the tune plays, Ore flies out as it strikes the kajin, forcing him to move back as it kept attacking to buy them some time. Cody then turned to the Blue Devil. "Look.. I still don't trust you for what you did to me and taking my Eyecon… But… For now, can we just put that aside and kill this thing? I don't want to see Weiss lose her only memento of her hope." Cody said to him. "I too remember what it was like to lose someone's hope. And I rather not see that again."
The Blue Devil was quiet for a moment from hearing his speech. "Only this time, kid…" he muttered, joining Cody's side with his sickle resting over his shoulder. The two Riders focused on the kajin.
"Henshin!" Cody shouted out as he pushed in the lever.
KAIGAN! ORE! LET'S GO! KAKUGO!
GO-GO-GO-GHOST! GO GO GO GO!
Ore flew back as Cody quickly donned on his armor as he flicked the hood down. Once ready they then both charged in as they started to fight the kajin. Cody blocked his swings as Specter swung his sickle at it, sparks flying off of its body. The azure Rider spun his sickle around, the speed going faster before he began swinging it at the kajin, unleashing a multitude of slices across its body.
"GRAHHHHH!"
Cody then came up as he switched the weapon into its naginata mode as he twirled it around, unleashing several slices but this time aimed at the head before both Riders kicked the Kajin back, causing it to be thrown into the rocks beside them.
"You… Worthless humans!" He roared out as another faint image appeared.
GREMLIN
He then swung his sword once as a large blast of energy slices the Riders, causing them to scream in pain as they were thrown back into the rock wall behind them, while Specter remained in his armor, Cody quickly dispersed back to normal, holding his sides. Specter looked at Cody, knowing that he is weak but doesn't want to say it again. He looked at the kajin, his sickle at the ready for another round.
"Don't… he's too strong…" Cody said, trying to hold back the pain.
"Now…" The Phantom looked at Weiss as he walked over to her before grabbing her by the neck. He then ripped the rose from Weiss's hand as he dropped her to the ground. "Let us see how powerful, your Phantom is?"
Specter wanted to stop the kaijin only for it to crush the rose before opening its palm, the petal flying away from its palm. Weiss's eyes widen as tears started to stream down her face. One of her precious memories… Destroyed in an instant….
*BA-DUMB!*
Weiss grasped her chest as she started to pant heavily. As she did, markings started to appear on her body slowly. It was purple and had a menacing feeling to them. "WEISS!" Cody shouted out.
Specter saw what happened, his hands trembling, not in anger but in rage. "KISAMA!" He yelled out as he rushed in, swiping at the Kaijin, but he just grabbed the sickle, holding him there.
"Rejoice you two! For you shall see the birth of a new Phantom! And soon, I, Orge shall devour it… And become stronger!" He laughed maniacally.
Cody painfully rushed over to Weiss as he held her, seeing the markings spread more and more. "Weiss! Hold on please!" He cried out.
Specter grabbed hold of the kaijin's arm before twisting it. He tackled the kaijin to the sandy ground, punching it over and over. "YOU WON"T TAKE HER AWAY!" he shouted with each punch. "I"M GONNA KILL YOU DAMN MONSTER!"
"Weiss… please… hold on… You need to keep up your hope!" Cody said to her. "Even… Even if you lose it all, I promise I'll help bring back that hope. I'll even become your final hope!"
A fiery circle appeared behind Cody as the Wizard placed his hand on Cody's shoulder. "It seems you found what your soul has called out for…" he mused.
Cody looked upon the Wizard, his eyes widen. "Who…. are you?" He asked him, in awe of his presence.
"Yubiwa no Mahoutsukai," he said as a golden glow enveloped him. "And I am here to answer your calling…" The glow enveloped him before it all went to the ring he wore. Wizard then took it off as he presented him the ring. "You know what to do…" He said before walking over to Weiss.
"She.. She'll be fine right?" He asked. The Wizard just gave a thumbs up as he placed a ring onto her.
ENGAGE! PLEASE!
A magic seal appeared as Wizard entered it, leaving Cody with this glowing ring. He looked at it as he took a deep breath and nodded. He then placed his hand on it as he made the 'Eye' Seal. Red smoke appeared as what came out of it was a new Damashii. It was a long robe with the same red gem patterns on its chest and the inside of it. It have had silver sleeves and the dragon crest on it shoulders. It had a piercing fiery red eyes as it did a pose, by simply extending its right arm to its side.
Cody then stood up in awe of this new entity as he gulped. "Please… Help me protect the hopes of those I love…" He pleaded to it. It stared right at his eyes, looking into his soul before nodding and flew into his Driver. What came out was another new Eyeco, but was black on the back while the main body was silver with a red iris. On top it had the faceplate of the Wizard while it had a different code. This time it had a code dubbed as "R-14'" on top and "Wizard below it.
"This… power…" Cody muttered as he pressed the button. As he did the code of "R-14: appeared briefly. Cody then opened the driver as he placed it in and closed it.
EYE!
BATCHIRIMINA! BATCHIRIMINA! BATCHIRIMINA!
As the tune played, the Wizard Damashii flew out as it struck the Kaijin, causing him to wail in pain. As the Damashii kept attacking, Specter sees this and his eyes widen under his mask as he turned back to Cody in shock of this new power. 'The weakling is getting a new eyecon…? Just what makes those Damashii accept him?' He thought. The Damashii he had accepted him due to strength. So what makes him so special?
"Henshin!" Cody shouted out as he pushed the lever in.
KAIGAN! WI~ZARD!
YUBIWA NO MAHOU! SAIGO NO KIBOU!
The Damashii then flew over to Cody as his pre-armor formed around him before it places onto his body. As it was don, the Wizard Faceplate places itself on top of the blank mask as a fiery red seal passes through him. He looks up as the gem on his horn lite up. While not much did change, where the Wizard gem was, is now replaced by two large antenna as Cody holds out his hand. The red seal appears as he withdraws the same weapon Wizard used. "Saa, Showtime daa!" He shouted as he open fired upon the Kajin.
The Kajin stumbled back before glaring at him. "How dare you hurt me!" He roared. Cody then turned the weapon into its sword mode as he raced back in, delivering slash after slash as he twirled the blade around, doing his best with this newfound power to beat this monster.
Specter rushed towards Weiss and cradled her gently, looking at her. He felt immense guilt. If he had trained more than he already has then this wouldn't have happened. Suddenly the purple markings stopped as a bright golden glow over took her body. Once the glow stopped Weiss slowly opened her eyes. "S..pec...ter?" She said weakly.
"I'm… here." he muttered calmly. She then quickly brought him into a hug, a few small whimpers as her grip tightened. He blinked under his helmet as he heard a whisper from his pocket before he returned the hug as the red seal emerges, Wizard stepping out of it.
"Whew.. That Phantom was rough…" He said out loud as he looked at the two. "She'll be fine. No more Phantom, no more worry."
Specter nodded before looking at Cody - Wizard Damashii beating the kajin. "Seems like he's already got the hang of my power. He's going to make a fine Kamen Rider…" He mentioned.
"Kamen… Rider…" Specter repeated to himself.
Cody then spun around the kajin's attack as he thrusted the tip of his blade, causing it to yelp in pain as more flew off as he tumbled to the ground, smoke pouring out from the strikes. "Finale, daa…" he said calmly as he quickly pulled the lever and pushed it in. Once done the Eyecon in the driver showed a symbol of Wizard's face, along with a dragon wrapped around it.
DAI-KAIGAN!
WI~ZARD! OMEGA-DRIVE!
Cody then spun around as he got into a stance, the red seal appearing below him as fire started to envelop his foot. The Kajin growled in pure rage as he slowly stood up. Denying the fact he was being beaten! He roared loudly as he charged at the Rider… But it was too late. Cody then started to cartwheel towards the enemy, and once close enough he made a jump in the air, he spun around as he aimed his kick at the kajin, the seal appeared as it forms a cone around him as he quickly flies at the monster, connecting his attack.
"B-Bakana…. I.. Lost… to a mere… Child? GWUAAAAHHH!"
It yelled in agony as it exploded behind the young rider as he quickly did the ring showing pose as the battle finally ended. He then quickly changed back to normal, panting heavily as he turned to Weiss, Wizard and the Blue Devil. He made his way over to see Weiss is fine.
"Thank you…." He said to the Rider as he looked at him.
"Anytime." Wizard said. He approached the shores before turning to look at them. "Just remember…" particles of light appeared from below as if he was vanishing. "Even in the darkest depth of despair, there is hope. Never give up the hope you have."
Cody smiled and nodded. "I promise. As long as you have the hope and your loved ones.. You'll be able to conquer any challenge, and win" He said to the Rider. The Wizard nodded as he turned away as each step made him slowly vanish before he was gone.
Specter gently placed Weiss against the tree before switching back to his Specter Damashii and walked away. "Keep that Eyecon…" he muttered. "It doesn't suite me…"
"Devil, I-"
"Specter."
Cody blinked slightly before nodding. "Specter… Thank you for helping me protect my friend… But… I promise you this.. I will get Edison back. So you better prepare yourself for that fight." Cody stated, fist gripping the new Eyecon tightly.
"A strong soul leads to a great future… A strong will crafts a sharp blade to cut through the darkness..." Specter quote.
Upon hearing this, Cody's eyes widen as he glared at Specter before he disappeared into his mist. Once gone Weiss sees his hand trembling. 'How… how does he know that quote?' He thought to himself. But.. It was a long day…. And they were both exhausted. He then turned to Weiss and bowed slightly.
"I'm… sorry… I.. shouldn't have judged you for falling for the one who saved your hope…" He apologized.
Weiss shook her head, "I know you guys are worried about me…" she replied. "Just remember why we have our own reasons to why we chose our path."
Cody smiled as they both heard some familiar voices. They turned to see a worried Ruby, along with Blake and Yang following her. Cody smiled as he looked at her. "Come on, let's head back." He said to her. She nodded as she stood up as Ruby and the others rushed up to them worried about what happened as well as themselves.
Although, one thing bothered Cody greatly. Who is Specter? And why does he know that quote? The only person who knew was only the friend he lost… But it was impossible for him to be alive.
Weiss turned around in bed, she just couldn't sleep. After what happened, she was scared. As she moved her legs, she felt something on top of them, as she looked up she saw Cody's friend Grimm sleeping soundly on her lap.
Cody wasn't a jerk. He was someone who wanted his life back. She may have been… mean to him but after what happened, she now sees him as a good friend.
The Grimm raised its head, looking at the window, causing her to see what it was looking at and saw Specter who was leaning against the window, his arms resting on his knee while his other leg was dangling, touching the floor. "I'm… sorry…" he apologized.
"Sorry? For What?" She asked him, getting up from her bed.
"I… couldn't protect you…" he turned his head to look at the shattered moon, his armor shining against the moonlight.
Weiss shook her head as she walked up to him. "You did though. In the end thanks to you, Cody and that Wizard guy, you saved my life…" She smiled at him as the clouds started to cover the moon, showering them in darkness for the moment.
Suddenly, his armor glowed for a moment as if a blue mist shrouded him before it revealed him but she couldn't see his face but one detail. His eyes were an azure blue color that even in the darkness, it could be sen. He then walked closer to her as he wrapped his arms around her waist, bringing her in closer.
As he did, Weiss looked down for a moment, confused before she felt something under chin. It was his hand as he gently made her look up at him before he leaned in. She felt something she thought she would never feel in a long time… A true kiss….. It was warm as she closed her eyes, wrapped her arms around him as they shared their first moment together.
In his pocket was a small pink glow that neither of them noticed. It glowed and fainted for a few moments, like it was giggling. 'About time brother... ' A voice whispered, but not enough for them to hear it.
Her crush pulled away from the kiss before he jumped onto the ledge of the window. He looked back before he reached for something in his jacket. He presented another rose, similar to the one that the kaijin destroyed and placed it on the nightstand. He jumped down, the Heiress rushing to the window and saw him run into the forest, vanishing into the darkness.
She then picked up the rose, sniffing it gently as she sighed happily. 'See you later… My prince…' She smiled as she placed the new rose in the box that had her first rose in it before drifting off to sleep peacefully.
A few days later the gang boards the ship, ready to head back. Ruby had a few boxes of food that they gave her as she chowed down on one already. Blake was given some books and information about the island as she reads what looks like to be another raunchy novel. Yang thought was wearing a new shirt on top that had a fiery design to it. And Weiss was already on her seat, looking at the new flower.
"Oooo! Seems like Mr. Lucky pants visited you again huh?" Ruby giggled, taunting her.
"He… isn't 'Mr. Lucky Pants'." Weiss argued. "He's... " she then blushed. "My… Azure Prince…"
They all looked at her as she said that, still shocked at how well this guy can bring out her soft side? Cody though was hugging his parents again as he was saying goodbye. "Now, you do well. We're still trying to find out more about these Eyecon's on our end." The father stated.
"Also, if you see your sister out there, you best attend her shows alright?" The mother said, before handing him a box filled with her food.
"I'll try mom. She hasn't shown herself in Vale yet.." He then leaned in and whispered. "Sides, I rather not have them know about how I know her…" He said to them, grimacing those times to come. But he then felt tug as he looked down to see Razor at his feet, but looks like it has a bag on its back as well as the red scarf he gave it. "Heh, you wanna come to Vale with us Razor?"
The rare raptor Grimm screeched softly, its tail wagging at him. Cody then turned to the girls, wondering what they thought about it? "Well… we just have to make sure the other's don't freak out. You do know how they are?" Yang reminded.
Cody chuckled nervously upon the reminder. "I'll message Ozpin about it…" He said as he took out his scroll and started to dial him. As he did Razor walked up to Weiss as it tilted its head at her before nuzzling her leg gently.
"First a cobra and now a Grimm? Never thought you would attract animals like this Weiss… " Blake noticed.
"Hmph… Can't help it if I have an attracting personality. " She smirked.
"Does that include that 'Azure Prince' of yours," Yang teased. This made Weiss blushed heavily as she glared at her.
Cody then walks up as he smiles. "Well, seems we have a new friend in our dorm." He said as Razor rushed up and screeched happily at him. With that said and done the boat's horn sounded off as it started to take off, letting Team RWBY head back to the school. But as they did and started to talk, Razor was looking out at the island. As they slowly continued to leave, it twitched slightly as its eyes gave a faint red glow before it shook its head before rejoining the others.
On top of the boat, they didn't know that Specter was leaning against the large exhaust as he gazed at the island. He looked at his hand before tilting it, two necklaces dangling down. He may be an emotionless, cold, serious, fighter who wiped away who he once was but deep down, he knew that he is still himself.
"Brother…"
Specter reached in his pocket before pulling out a Faded Pink Ganma Eyecon. "Do you miss the old days when we first arrived at that island…?"
Specter lowered his head, "I… I don't know… I just…" he tried to find an answer. "It's okay…. I understand…" It responded to him.
Specter sighed under his helmet, looking at the ocean. "I know I will get those Eyecons… I have to bring you back…" he vowed.
"But… what about Cody…?"
"It's been 10 years and we were children… he would have forgotten us…" Specter muttered lowly as he placed the Eyecon back in his pocket as he started to drift off to sleep, resting for the next battle.
A/N: Hello minna! I do hope you all liked this chapter? And this was one of the 'special' things I thought of for this fic! That is right... Some of the previous Kamen Riders and some of their Eyecon's will be in this! I cannot say who's getting who? But trust me, they will be in these stories. :3
And I already know what you're thinking... "If this was a Chapter meant for Cody to get Wizard, then why isn't Yang the one in danger?" Well, this was how I wanted to proceed it... For now, I'm mostly focusing on Weiss and Specter's relationship first. Cause for right now, Cody and Yang have yet to even develop. So, in order to prepare, I'm doing Weiss's relationship first to get a good feeling of it.
Also, I wonder who will get the small notice of future events coming? I did put it in the fic... And no, it's not the Rider stuff... something more... Subtle... :3
Well until then, Later minna!