Amphitheater 12:00pm~

The training ground was buzzing with energy as Ike, Bianca, and the members of Team RWBY gathered for a friendly spar. They had decided to test their skills against each other, with Weiss taking the match a little more seriously than the others.

As the spar began, the air crackled with mix a mix of excitement, mainly from Ike, Ruby and Yang, and determination. Ruby and Yang teamed up against Ike, while Bianca faced off against Weiss and Blake.

This was a chance to learn from each other and grow stronger together. Although Bianca is a year over everyone, there's never enough room for improvement.

Ruby, with her silver eyes gleaming, moved in on Ike. She dashed forward, red rose petals flowing past her as she made her rapid approach. With her scythe, Crescent Rose, she swung it with precision, aiming to catch Ike off guard.

Ike, however, effortlessly parried Ruby's strikes by hitting the scythe back with his arm that was covered in his metal chains. The clash of steel echoed through the training ground as the two fighters traded blows. Ike then swipes his hand in front of himself, causing an arc shaped flame to fire at Ruby. Ruby yelps and ascends to the sky using her semblance. Ike smirks and throws his chain at her which wraps around her leg. He then pulls the chain which causes her to fall to the floor and face plant.

Not one to be left out, Yang joined the fray. With her fiery semblance, her attacks packed a punch. She unleashed a flurry of powerful punches at Ike who dodges mostly by moving his head and sometimes moving his lower body back to avoid a swing or a jab from his fellow blond. She then raises her fist which causes the blond boy to put his hands on the ground and release a burst of flames that send him up into the sky. The ground shook as her blows landed and Ike looked down at the dust covered arena.

Suddenly, Yang started to fire at him causing him to let out a yelp in surprise at he uses bursts of flames from his hands to reposition himself in the air to avoid the projectiles.

Ike then turned into a smaller version of his phoenix form and flew around. Finally the dust cleared and Yang could see more clearly now while Ruby finally got back up.

Out of nowhere, Ike appeared behind Yang and kicked her towards Blake. Blake looks and uses a shadow clone to boost herself away from the flying bombshell.

Blake then feels a black glyph hold her in place as Weiss slid beside her after getting blown back by Bianca's katana. In a quick motion, she spins and aims her rapier at Bianca as a glyph, that looks like a clock, appears at Weiss' feet. With a smirk, she launches Blake at her then rushes Bianca.

As Blake soared through the air towards Bianca, she smiled coyly before a shadow clone boosted her over Bianca. This caused the wolf Faunas to look before she realised what they were doing and just barely parried Weiss' Myrtenaster. Blake then threw her gambol shroud at Bianca who looks and puts her right arm up as gambol wrapped around her arm and grabbed the gun blade by its hilt.

Bianca struggled to free her self, but Blake held on firmly, her training paying off as she held a firm grip.

Weiss, observing the situation, seized the opportunity. With a determined expression, she unleashed a series of quick and precise strikes with her rapier, aiming to catch Bianca off guard. Bianca, trapped by Blake's Gambol Shroud, struggled to defend herself against Weiss' relentless assault.

Bianca then smirked as she grabs tightly onto the ribbon of Gambol and shroud before pulling Blake towards her. Blake gasps in surprise as she is brought closer and closer to Bianca and Weiss. Bianca does a two finger salute before she disappears, causing the Faunas and Heiress to crash into each other.

Bianca reappears while holding up one of her paper Ofuda that she placed amongst the chaos.

Meanwhile, Ruby and Yang regrouped, ready to rejoin the fray. Ruby's silver eyes shimmered as she activated her semblance, propelling herself towards Ike with incredible speed. Yang followed suit, her fists ablaze with fiery energy.

Ike, sensing the renewed assault, unleashed his full power. He transformed into his phoenix form, flames engulfing his body as he soared through the air. Ruby and Yang exchanged a glance, a silent understanding passing between them. With a synchronized effort, they unleashed their combined attack.

Ruby utilized her Crescent rose once again, propelling herself towards Ike with blinding speed while shooting behind her. Yang followed suit, her fists clash together before she propels herself towards Ike.

As Ruby and Yang closed in on Ike, their attacks converged. Ruby swung her scythe, aiming for Ike's midsection, while Yang's fists aimed for his head. The combination of Crescent Rose's sharp blade and Yang's explosive punches created a devastating force.

Ike, caught off guard by their synchronized assault, attempted to defend himself. He quickly closes his eyes and crosses his arms together against his chest before unleashing his inner pheonix fire that covered his entire body.

Ruby and Yang back off as they look at the boy as yellow flame's trickled off his body.

Ruby, not one to let up, continued her assault. She unleashed a barrage of shots from her weapon, Crescent Rose, each one aimed at Ike's vulnerable position. The sound of gunfire filled the air as the bullets whizzed past Ike. The ones that got close would only burn up upon being enveloped by the fire.

Ike: Can't touch this Dun dun Dunn dun, dun dun, dun dun.

He says with joy before dancing while leaving scorch marks on the floor.

Breathing heavily, Yang and Ruby sigh and stand up straight and sheathe their weapons.

Ruby: Come on Ike...! It isn't fair when your fire can melt out bullets...

Ike shrugs and smiles at the two.

Ike: You both fought valiantly. Same with Weiss and Blake over there.

Ike says as he points behind himself at the defeated Weiss and Blake.

Ruby and Yang, though exhausted and bruised, smiled back at him.

Yang: Appreciate the compliment. Any tips?

Ike puts his index on his chin and looks up while humming to himself.

Ike: Hmm....Ruby, try to stay out of the air when facing someone with a ranged weapon. Fighting the Grimm like that is fine, but when you're fighting a human or faunas with a weapon, you'll find yourself at a disadvantage.

Ruby takes his words to heart as Ike then looks at Yang.

Ike: Love the team work Yang. Had me on my toes at the end there. Just with the smashing the ground and causing dust to surround the whole battlefield. Unless your team is as sure about where the enemy is like you, for example you probably saw my yellow flames glowing in the air,  try to refrain from hindering your team's efforts like that.

A smile graces Yang's lips as she nods at him.

Yang: Okay coach!

She says with a voice filled with a mix of enthusiasm and satisfaction.

Weiss stands and dusts herself off.

Weiss: your swordsmanship, Bianca, is exceptional. I could definitely feel the power behind your strikes.

Bianca nods.

Bianca: As did I with you Miss Schnee. Your family's semblance is quite something to be trifled with.

Bianca then turns to Blake.

Bianca: Same with you Blake. Using your semblance to boost yourself is a good idea to gain an advantage over your opponent.

Blake nods and places her Gambol shroud in its sheathe.

Bianca: You do seem distracted though. I noticed it when I easily overpowered your strength with my own when I pulled on your ribbon.

Blake looks at Bianca with narrowed eyes.

Bianca: Come to think of it. Now that I look at ya, you seem tired.

Blake just looks away to avoid the gaze of the Atlasian second year.

Blake: I'm fine...just been doing a lot of studying today after out run in with (Y/n).

Yang then looks at the blond and the wolf faunas.

Yang: Come to think of it. Where is (Y/n)?

Ike thinks before his whole body jolts up and he smiles.

Ike: Oh! He said he was heading to the cemetery to see his sister.

A sad atmosphere enters the area as Bianca hugs herself.

Bianca: I completely forgot...I should have gone with him this time.

Ike looks at her.

Ike: I'm sure he'll be fine. If you're worried we can go find him. Those scrolls can track your team members right?

Bianca nods but only slightly as a sigh escapes her lips.

Bianca: Yeah they can. But I feel like he needs some space at the moment. Especially today....

Ike shrugs but nods at the same time.

Ike: People need that every so often.

Yang: Ever think he might be a little stressed? After all, that Nightmare Grimm might have done a number on his mental state.

Ike and Bianca look at each other before answering Yang.

However, a young voice beats them to it.

???: Stressed might be putting it lightly.

Everyone looked to see Star, with his hood over his head, standing on the edge of the front bleachers. Ike's eyes widen as a smile graces his lips.

Ike: Star!

Star smiles and drops down to the arena and walks to the group.

Star: Ike!

The two brothers hug, with Ike lifting him up and looking him up and down.

Ike: I knew I felt something! Welcome to the land of reality bro!

Star smiles and chuckles as he lowers his hood as Ike puts an arm around his neck and looks at the girls.

Ike: Ladies. Meet my little brother, Star.

Star gives a little timid wave and a smile. Most of the girls blush at the boy. They look at Ike and the new boy and try to pick out similarities, besides the hair they really couldn't see anything.

Bianca: Wait a minute...Star? As in, Star that was trapped inside (Y/n)?

She asked, her eyes widening in realization. Ike nodded eagerly.

Ike: Yep! This is him!

The reunion between the two was filled with laughter and hugs, as Ike expressed his relief at having his little brother back to reality.

Meanwhile, the members of RWBY watched the scene unfold, their confusion turning into curiosity. Blake spoke up, breaking the silence.

Blake: Ike, Bianca, can you explain what's going on? How did Star end up trapped inside (Y/n)?

Ike and Bianca exchanged a glance before Ike began to explain. He shared the story of how Ike and Nightmare weren't the only one's trapped inside (Y/n). Star had inadvertently become trapped inside as well as Jasper, their oldest brother.

As Ike recounted the events, the members of RWBY listened intently, their expressions shifting from confusion to understanding. Though they did express their concern of more secrets being kept from them.

Ike: Well...we didn't really know you guys...plus most of you used to bully (Y/n)...

The girls of team RWBY look down but Star smiles and steps forward.

Star: All of you have tried hard to change though! And that's why we trust you with this information now.

Star says with enthusiasm. The girls look at him and smile.

Yang: Aww Star. You're so sweet and adorable.

Star smiles but his face drops as he remembers why he came to find Ike and Bianca in the first place. He looked at RWBY and didn't think it would hurt.

Star: Umm...guys, I have some news...it's not good.

Everyone looked at Star with concern as his whole attitude seemed to change.

Meanwhile 12:45

You walk out of a brown building and wave to the patrons inside.

(Y/n): Thank's guys! I might be back next week!

You shout out to them. As you walk down the street passing people going about their day. Jasper finally speaks up.

Jasper: I can't believe we did that.

You shrug you shoulders.

(Y/n): I say it was easy money.

Jasper: You basically sold your body.

You blush but shake off the feeling.

(Y/n): It's modelling Jasper. I had the bod and I made use of it.

Jasper groans and starts mumbling. As you turn a corner you bump into a mint hair coloured girl.

(Y/n): Sorry about that.

???: No problem.

You continue to walk while the girl quickly hides your wallet from everyone's vision. She turns the corner and looks to see her partner.

???: So, was it him?

The girl nods and shows your I.D.

???: Awesome, we know what he looks like now.

The girl takes a picture of the I.D and send it to someone. The man with the girl looks up and sees you standing in the alleyway.

???: Emerald.

The girl known as Emerald looks and goes wide eyed.

Emerald: How did he.

You step forward and hold your hand out.

(Y/n): I'd like my wallet and all its contents back please.

You say in a stern voice as you grip onto one of your Vulcan's, located on your utility belt. The guy steps forward slightly with a hostile stance which causes you to narrow your eyes and grip your Vulcan tighter...
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Until next time :)