Its back with the group again as they prepare for the tournament to prove whos the best huntsman team in remannt. Last time we left off was when zane found his mom and sister. RWBY belongs to Rooster Teeth and Monty Oum. I own the OC's, AU. Hope you enjoy!
Chapter 1:The Spider Escape Its Web
It was now night time in Vale City but high above the city is a large airship with Atlas symbols on it as if flaoted above the large city. In the airship were rows of robotic soldiers ready to be deployed at a moments notice. At the command room as none other than General Ironwood with Hariet Bree by his side.
While Ironwood has trusted in Ozpin sometimes but with how things are going the general will need to take matter into his own hands to provide safety of the citizen and make sure the Vytal festival went on without any problems.
However it was impossible with five certain individuals that were around. The first being Roman Torchwich and infamous criminal of robbing dust shops all over Vale. Then their was the leader of the Whtie Fang Adam Tarrus. He was still on the loose luckily they have his second in the command locked up. The third being a thief going by the name of Swan, she keeps robbing Atlas facilities, Musuems, dust shops even. She seems connected to Roman Torchwich maybe since shes been seen with him a few times.
Then theirs the reports of a strange people in knight armor attacking towns and villages around Remnant. Saying how their dressed like grimm and they seem to command the grimm. The fifth and final person he worries about is Zane. The boy is too dangerous for his own good, he could change again and go on a mass killing spree.
He's been hounded by the counsel about these criminals and strange apperances of grimm. He had to find out to deal with these problems. Ironwood sighed, grabbing a cup and pulling a flask out pouring the contents into it.
"Is something wrong sir?"Harriet asked arms behind her back
"Yes, with all these reports of strange grimm apeparing along with the dust robberies. I'm starting to worrie about what we're going to do."Ironwood replied
"Don't worry sir, you'll come up with something you always do"Hariet reassured the general.
Then Ironwood got a transmission and he put his figner to his ear to answer.
"This is ironwood. Who is it?"he asked
"This is VCPD general and an inmate wants to speak with you sir."an officer replied
"And why would this inmate want to see me?"he questioned
"Saying something how theirs information on their being white fang in the school and he knows Roman Torchwichs associates"the officer replied
Ironwood as first was surrpsied that this inmate had information on Roman Torchwich along with their being white fang imbedded into the school. This was an opportunity to good to pass up.
"Tell the inmate i'll be their"ironwood ordered
"Yes sir"the officer said as he disconnected from him
"What is it sir?"hariet asked
"We just got a lead it seems, follow me"he said. Finally a break that ironwood needed about the White Fang and Roman Torchwich. So with no time to waste him and Hariet took a small airship and head toward the police department.
Once the two got their the officer greeted them"good to see you general and Specilaist Bree"the officer said
"Enough with the formaltiites. Where is your inamte of yours?"he asked
"Waiting in the interrogation sir"the officer reploed
"Good. We'll take it from here"ironwood added as him and hariet went inside.
The inside of the vale police wasn't special but it was well organized and had several officers around. He headed toward the back of the station where a sigh read interrogation. Hariet opened the door for him and they walked inside to meet this inmate.
The man in front of him seems to be a nineteen old with an athletic build and tan skin. His hair is brown with some gold streaks in the hair. Along with that on his neck seems to be an SDC brand mark. He has light brown eyes. But his wrist were bonded as well to cover what appeared to be a hole.
He currently wears handcuffs and wears a typical orange prison jumpsuit.
"I'm guessing your the inmate the officer was talking about."ironwood relied
"Ollie Weaver at your service general"he introduced as the general sat down with Hariet standing behind him.
"They also told me that you have information on possible white fang at Beacon along with an identity on Romans accomplish Swan along with his hideout. Care to share it"he ordered
"Oh I got the info you need but you need to do something for me."he added
He slammed his fist on the table surprising Hariet"don't test me boy! We can simply walk away and not even bother with you."he replied
Ollie laughed at his threat"really….I think won't have to do that general. You wouldn't want the white fang or torchwich to continue to terrorize your city do you?"he added
The general sighed that he did have a point. They've been terrozing remnant for months now and he wonders what will happen if it crossed his arm and looked at the man in front of him with a stern look. Hariet stood their with a stoic face being ready for when she needs to be involved.
"Very well. What is it that you wnat?"he asked knowing the boy was right.
Ollie smiled from ear to ear"now you see thats more like it"he started
"Just get on with it inmate"Hariet gestured finally speaking up.
"Do you let your soldier talk whenever they want she needs to learn respect"Ollie added staring at Hariet.
Ironwood sighed then looked at Hariet with a stern look. She closed her eyes then stood their silent with her arms behind her back.
"Alright now back to our discussion my people aren't exactly happy that i'm here. You either release me and you get your information and I may convince them to stop attacking Vale for a few weeks"Ollie replied
"No chance I'm not releasing the second in command of the white fang just for Roman Torchwichs identity. I may consider it if you answer two of my questions"Ironwood demanded
Ollie scratched his chin as his handcuffs clanked"fine…..ask away general"he replied
"Question one do you know how many white fang members are in Beacon academy"Ironwood asked
"Two and if your curious about their gender that will cost you another question. Next question"Ollie replied
Ironwood thought about his next question carefully on what he should asl"alright…..who is this Swan to Roman Torchwich. Along with an identity or who they are"Ironwood asked
"Hmmm thats two questions in one but…i'll allow"Ollie replied putting his hands together.
"You see shes sort of like a daughter to the man….adopted if you say. But for her identity I do not know. Everytime we met she stuck to her guns to hide her identity with that little codename of hers. "Ollie replied being stopped by Ironwood
"So you barely have anything useful to me unless I release you"Ironwood asked with Ollie nodding smiling.
Ironwood groaned pressing his forehead with annoyance"sorry but the information you've given me is beneficial. But at the same time this won't make me let you go. Now if you'll excuse me I…."Ironwood begun as he felt a sense drowsiness. He held his head as from the vents a green vapor emerged and Hariet tried to cover her mouth but she was too late.
The room was soon filled with this green vapor causing Ironwood and Hariet to fall down to the ground unconscious. Ollie smiled holding his breath as a vent opened above him. Then out stepped a man in a black bodysuit with a mask covering his face.
Then the man walked over with a rebreather tossing it to Ollie who put it on. He took a deep breath exhaling slowly after each breath. He turned to his mysterious savior, smiling then offering a hand the stranger took.
"My friend, you heard my call…..does that mean your boss wants to work with me?"he asked
"Yesss, my mistresss will be happy you're working with usss "he replied
He smiled as he walked over to the door opening it looking at the half conscious Ironwood grabbing Ollies kneeled down removing Ironwood's hand from his leg.
"I'm sorry general I must take my leave although…..thank you for your hospitality."ollie added
Then he playfully waved at him as the two went through the police station. The officers were all knocked unconscious with this thick green vapor surrounding them. As they walked around Ollie examined the place a little impressed.
"Great job my friend, this trick of yours works wonder. Now were are we off too?"he asked
"Were going to meet with some more allies along with trying to find an old friend of yours."The stranger said and Ollie knew who he meant.
"Ahhh Adam…..fine I am still mad at him for leaving me. But understandable because one of us needed to escape to lead the White Fang. Although…I no longer trust the fool."Ollie said as the two left the police Station with Ollies cuffs still on him. The stranger then took out a sword before slashing the chain and Ollie rubbed his wrist smiling.
The morning had now came to Beacon Academy as its students were getting up and about. Team ZERO just woken up and were heading toward the cafeteria room especially with most of the team seeming to be in a good mood. Apparently Ozpin agreed for Jaki to help out at the academy. But apparently Nadia and Zoey might be helping out too at the academy as well.
Zane seemed to be in a better mode than usually as he finally found his family after being separated from them for years along with a few more memories being surfaced. The group sat down for breakfast and began to dig in.
"Hmmm you seem happy grimm boy"Eria said as she ate her breakfast slowly.
"Can you blame the guy who found his mom who thought he was dead"Zane smiled before taking a bite from some eggs.
"Yeah but i'm so excited that dads here he can see some of my side projects i've been working on lately"Rogue added
"Really don't tell me elemental grenades"Onxyia said with a smile with Rogue looking annoyed. The wolf hit the mark and Rogue just stared her down.
"You ruined my moment…although i've been trying to work on the malfunctions with my prototype"Rogue said while she dug into her pancakes.
Soon enough Team RWBY and JNPR joined them with their breakfast.
"So is everyone ready for the Vytal Torunament"Ruby began.
"A little nervous but I think were ready"Jaune added
"Well their is still two weeks left so we better train like their is no tomorrow"Yang replied
"Though we still need to complete our studies, we have finals coming up before the tournament."Pyrrha reminded
"Don't remind me please….studying for the finals is going to be a real pain"Rogue groaned in annoyance
"Oh come on its required for us to pass. You should have expect a test for a school that trains huntsman"Weiss added
"Hey i'm sure we'll be fine"Ren replied"but as long as we study we should all be alright"he added
"Yeah…..or pray to god we at least pass"Zane added
Soon the bell rang for breakfast to come to an end as the students began to file out.
"Well lets get going. Don't wanna be late"Onxyia added as the teams headed out to their classes.
Meanwhile elsewhere on campus Bonnie and Rosemary were waitin for someone very important but Bonnie seemed impatient. While Rosemary kicked her legs on a nearby table humming to herself
"Where is he?the least the man could do is show up on time"Bonnie said annoyed pacing back and forth
"Come now bon you know him he does take his time on when he wants to please our mistresses"Rosemary added smiling creepily.
Soon the two felt a presences that felt familiar as a scorpians tail wrapped around Bonnies shoulder.
"Waiting long sweetie?"a sickening voice replied behind her as she shrugged the tail off annoyed. While Rosemary smiled at the person going over to hug them.
"Dad,"Rosemary declared, hugging the mysterious figure. He returned the embrace laughing maniacally.
This person is a pale skinned man with gold eyes and brown hair that is braid into a pigtail seeming to resemble a scorpians wears a white sleeveless hacket with leather belts strapped to it, along with white pants.
His jacket was left open exposing his chest which is crisscrossed with a prominent scar. His arms where covered by purple bandages and leather vambraces. He also wears leather boots covering his entire shin with knee guards. On his lower back a scorpion tail with a stinger protruding behind his back. Around his neck he wears a silver chained necklace with a topaz gemstone embedded into it.
"Tyrian Callows. Bout time you showed up"Bonnie replied annoyed while Rosemary hugged the man.
He smiled before slowly pushing Rosemary off chuckling"what don't tell me you didn't miss me?"he asked
"I sure did tell me did you have any interesting kills lately?"Rosemary gleefully asked.
Tyrians stinger moved around as he was deep in thought"A few….but tell me how is it playing school here?"he asked Rosemary.
Rosemary looked annoyed before messing with something around her lips. As she did it seemed to be fake skin around what seemed to be scars. "annoying….I hate having to see all these people happy. They think they know suffering…they haven't been what I went through. "Rosemary said, clenching her fist.
"Ughhh enough you two why did she get you involved Tyrian"Bonnie added
"Because she knows I can get things done. So where is our fall maiden?"he questioned
"Easy their. Right now their are too many people here if you get caught they'll be wondering how you got here which'll be bad for us. Now now I suggest you lay low until I say so..got it"Bonnie suggested more like demanded
Tyrian groaned slightly but he didn't seem to mind."very well just make sure you remember the plan."Tyrian reminded
"Don't worry your job is easy you go into Vale city and hide yourself until further notice. Along with the knights on the outskirts gathering our forces it will be worth it"Bonnie added
"Alright then….when the slaughter starts it'll be fun my little killer"Tyian said giving Rosemary a boop on the nose before he vanished into the alley.
Then their other two teammates were waiting for them as they came back"I take it he knows what to do"Scar replied
"Yes….he undersntad what the situation is. Just to make sure that he doenst kill anyone."Bonnie added
"You really think that mad man will restrain himself"Adder asked with Rosemary snapping back at him.
"Hey my father knows when to hold back….i've done it for a while now….so can he"Rosemary said tapping her fingers together.
"Yes, he also wouldn't want to upset our queen. Along with that how did your mission go Adder?"Bonnie asked
Adder dusted himself off before lifting his scroll up with him and Ollie together in a picture"It went smoothly, hes hiding out right now. All we need to do is find Adam and convince him to join"Adder added
"In due time my fanged friend, although their still is Roman Torchwich. We do have his children as leverage but we need him to work with us for the virus to be sent."Scar added with wonder.
Bonnie smiled"oh don't worry I think with those three under threat. He'll do whatever we want…leave it too me"she replied as her and her teammates headed back inside.
"For our queens will. It shall be done"Bonnie replied as she smiled chuckling.
Classes went by quickly and it was now lunch hour as Zane made sure everyone was studying in their classes. He needed to take his role as leader seriously more instead of cracking wise. However the only member with them that wasn't present with them was Rogue who opted to study in the weaponsmithing didn't go unnoticed by any of them.
"Say anyone know why Rogue in the weaponsmith room studying. Are we sure shes studying?"Onxyia asked as she looked over her notes for Grimm class
"Yeah…..i'm getting a little worried shes been distant lately. Any reason why Eria?"Zane asked as he looked at his notes.
"Don't worry despite her antics and how she acts. Rogue actually really smart….she might be working on that project of hers. But for why shes distant its…."Eria said as she studied her notes for classes.
"Complicated….its fine she can share it later. We can give her some space. If tinkering helps her relax or think let her."Zane said as he continued reading his notes.
"Beside we've got finals coming up before the tournament. Wouldn't be a good leader if I didn't make sure everyone was prepared. We should train sometime just incase"Zane added as the three agreed and continued to study their notes.
Meanwhile in the academy weaponsmithing room Rogue was at a workbench working on a small ball like device. She had on a welders mask as she used a small blowtorch on the ball like device. As she did watching over her was Jaki and Mulberry. Mulberry watched a little while Jaki had a worried look on his face.
"Something up friend"Mulberry asked his cold companion.
Jaki sighed looking down"its that time of year again…..I almost forgot it was his anniversary this time."Jaki said fiddling with his cufflinks.
"Its alright my friend I miss him too but….is she always like this every time of year?"Mulberry asked looking at Rogue hard at work.
"Yes….she always has this spark each year around this time. Because when she was little she made these little trinkets for everyone in the family. Shes had such an interest in weapon making like me"Jaki said somberly smiling a little.
Then Jaki got up from his seat walking over to his daughter. As he did Rogue picked up the device and it had wires and circuit boards sticking out of it. Along with a purple vial and red vial on each each ofs the device. She examined it before putting it back down grabbing a screwdriver then turning a small screw on the round side of the device.
"Hard at work on your little project dear"Jaki asked with Rogue stopping putting the device down looking at him through her welders mask. She lifted it up looking at him blankly.
"Yeah…..helps keep my mind off things this time of year."Rogue said as she moved her fingers around the round side of the device.
Jaki put his hand on her shoulder and she continued caressing the device"I know its hard this time of year. But…..i'm sure he would be happy to see your becoming a huntress. I know I am"Jaki said smiling with Rogue smiling looking down.
"yeah….I just miss him, I should probably head back to the cafeteria to catch up on my studies. Thanks for letting me use the workshop and….dad"Rogue said leaving while the two weaponsmiths watched the girl leave.
Jaki went to see what his daughter was working and saw the blueprints sprawled out. It showed the inner working with two dust vials put together with circurits,wires,etc. But on it seemed to explain what the young huntresses was working on. It seemed to involve using two dust elements to create an elementale explosive. Jaki smiled at this because several people have tried to do it before and failed. But his daughter work looked promising.
Over in ooblecks class room he was examining the ring the group brought back with them during menagerie. They dropped it off quickly since they had to head off to study. He had a tome next to him of all the artifacts in remnant.
The ring was cleaner compared to before and it shined with a silver shine to it. It was engraved it seemed to have a leopard engraving around it colored light black. He scratched his chin because it seems to be just a normal ring.
Then he pulled out another book flipping through it until he found something. As he looked at the page he read it outloud.
"The dopplegangers ring, legends say the wearer can create a clone that is able to fight foes. Along with the doppleganger taking on the wearers appearance. But will take on some of the person aura to use it and can use their semblance. Hmmmm interesting"Oobleck said to himself as he placed the ring back in its case before continuing to grade some work.
"I should notify those children of my discovery…. may benefit from this compared to her semblance."Oobleck said to hismelf continuing to work.
Meanwhile Cinder was currently walking toward the elevator but she was really nervous about what she was going to do but she had made up her mind even though her teammates were against her doing it.
Moments ago
"I don't think this is a good idea Cinder. If we tell him he'll know who we are"Mercury added with some worry in his throat.
"I know that but we don't have much of a choice. Ozpin needs to know what is going on and about our situation."Cinder replied
"I would have to agree with Cinder Merc. If Ozpin knows about our situation then he could make countermeasures to handle it. Maybe even stop them."Emerald said
Neo simply had a thoughtful look on her face as she was thinking of something before whipping out her scroll and typed something. Cinder brought her scroll as a message appeared.
"I am concerned about what will happen, these people after you seem dangerous. I don't want anyone else getting if you tell them they could come after my family since were criminals."Neos text read.
"I understand your concern as well Neo but the longer we hide this the better the chance our enemy will gain the advantage."Cinder replied before heading toward the door.
"Alright just be careful then kid"Lazuli said surrpsing them, Cinder stopped at the door looking at her.
"Gah why do you appear out of nowhere everytime"Mercury said as he waved his arms in the air for a moment.
"Hey if their after my family I'm going to look out for my baby sis. Also your right Ozpin already knows I think"Lazuli said surrpsing them.
"What do you mean he knows?"Emerald asked laying on her bed.
Lazuli sighed looking away from them"when I was leaving after the little incident with Zane. He approached me asking if I wanted to be my sis personal interpreter or something. But thing he is he also mentioned brining my crew."Lazuli added
"You mean your little band of thieves that came to the…..dance"Mercury said pieceing it together.
Lazuli nodded at him"yeah guess the guy was hiding stuff from good old Ironwood. Maybe he already knows about your secret kid. Just be cautious, we don't know his angle"Lazuli said with Cinder nodding, leaving them to head to Ozpin office.
Cinder who was now in front of the elevator that leads to Ozpins office. She pressed the button to summon it as she mentally prepared herself for whats coming.
The doors opened as she stepped inside she pressed the butto that lead to his office as the doors closed. She felt the metal object move toward its destination.
Meanwhile with Ozpin he was currently talking with Ironwood again apparently discussing the security around the tournament and the incident last night.
"Are you certain that is wise to bring the rest of your ace ops with you general? That would raise some questions. Wouldn't you agree?"Ozpin asked
"I understand what you mean Ozpin but with how things are I can't take any chances. Plus I have good intel on you have students who are apart of the White Fang. Along with Ollie Weavers escape with his mysterious benefactor last night. Theirs also your science project he's dangerous and if he loses it. My men are instructed to terminate him on sight."Ironwood replied
"If their were White Fang spies in my school I would know. Along with Weavers escape that I understand, with both leaders of the white fang lose their dangerous. But Zane….general he is able to control it better than before. I assure you nothing will arise from that"Ozpin countered
"Even then i'm not taking any chances. I'll be having my ships be patrolling the skies arond Amity Collosium. The tournament are in two weeks Ozpin. I hope to see you their OZ."Ironwood replied as he disconnected.
Ozpin sighed as he held a hand up to his head as he almost got a headache already. The elevator dinged which revealed Cinder as she got out of the elevator.
"Excuse me for interrupting Ozpin but I need to talk to you about something."Cinder replied
"Oh what can that be?"Ozpin questioned seeming to know the answer already.
Cinder took in a deep breath before she spoje"Do you know the story of the four maidens professor? Each one representing each of the session correct"Cinder started
" are you getting at Miss Fall?"He questioned, his hands folded into each other.
It was now or never as Cinder closed her eyes and concentrated as she tapped into her power. She then opened her eyes and immediately were engulfed in a gold flame around her eyes.
In the city limits of Vale, Miyuki was helping Carver load some supplies into a truck as they prepared to head into town to set up a stall for the fesitval. She wiped her forehead as sweat beat down against it.
"You know this is really tiring suck that…''Miyuki began but stopped as her eyes emitted a pale blue fire instead. She felt like a blizzard came through her body.
"Hey Miyuki you alright"Carver said as he touched her shoulder but was immediately met with the coldness just from the touch as he retracted his hand.
"Jeez! That's cold! You alright?"Carver shouted
Then just as this happened Miyukis eyes went back to normal as she shook her head.
"What was that….my semblance never acts up. Let's get back, I need to lie down"Miyuki said as the two went in their car and headed back to the hotel they were staying at. Miyuki rubbed her eyes as she wondered what happened. Her powers only flared up after she finally got that collar off, she wonders what it meant.
Meanwhile back in Ozpins office Cinder deactivated her maiden powers. As for Ozpin he didn't react but just sat their in his chair.
"So….you are in possession of the Fall Maidens. Just as expected…how did you come across them?"he questioned
"Her name was Amber…..my adoptive mother. We were on the road until some bandits attacked us. She died protecting me and the others. "Cinder added sadden it seemed.
"Others? You mean your teammates."he begun.
"Mercury and Emerald. Neo and her sister…..are something else entirely."She replied
"I see. I think it is best that you explain the whole story to me, miss fall."Ozpin replied.
She sighed, having no choice but to tell him everything. She explained everything from them to hiding and being on the run. Along with getting help from Roman Torchwich in which she told him Roman wasn't a bad guy, right now hes being used it seems.
Ozpin hummed at what Cinder said before he replied"I see….and are you sure that everything you told me is true"Ozpin said making sure she was telling the truth."
"Every word"Cinder said
Ozpin looked at her carefully for any sighs of her lying to him but he didn't find none in the slgihtest.
"Very well. But that means we have a serious problem on our hands Miss should prepare for what might happen in the near future. "Ozpin added as he got up from his seat and walked toward her.
"You do know the risk that your telling me all of this."he said as he placed a hand on her shoulder.
"I know which is why Ozpin we need to consider a new champion of sorts. If anything were to happen to me I want someone that is capable to wield the Fall Maidens powers."cinder added
"I'll make sure to keep a look out for anyone that could be worth"Cinder added as she began to make her leave.
"Miss Fall. If what you said is true then I would suggest to exercise extreme caution in this endevour."Ozpin warned.
She looked over her shoulder and gave a gentle nod"Of course sir. You as well."she added as she took her leave hoping that she had made the right choice of telling him everything.
"I will not let you win…Salem"she thought angrily as she made her way back to her team as she prepared for the final exams that were next week.
Things seem to be off to a strange start with the escape of ollie weaver seeming to be friends with Adder. While rosemary is the derange adoptive daughter of an even crazier serial killer. It seems thing are going off to quite an interesting start. Till next time
