Tyrion vs Qrow is my favorite fight in the series. The music playing in the background is Qrow's leitmotif, "Bad Luck Charm", which is a much sadder song than you'd think. Qrow will explain himself in the next episode.
It shows how much the team can match and even exceed Monty in terms of fight choreography when they put their minds to it. And this fight is personally outdone by one in V7 for how creative it is compared to the average fight in the series.
@@daysand123 yeah, i dont know why many fans have to hate Ruby after Monty died. While i agree that the qualitiy suffered a little in Volume 4 and 5 (story, pacing, animation AS A WHOLE), the endproduct in its entirety is still worth watching.
@@DefinitelyNotDefinitive2 More relevant I believe it also has a lot of sensory apparatuses and helps manage their sense of balance which is why after she cuts it off Tyrion is stumbling around like he's drunk.
It's not explained in the show properly, but Jacques took the Schnee name because it carried so much influence with it. Also, first instance of a real swear word in RWBY this episode.
There is a World of Remnant episode that covers the Schnee Dust company, I think it comes after this episode at some point. Not sure if you are watching them
14:48, from Qrow's moves, even standing on his weapon, you can see how Ruby also copies that from the red trailer where she also stands on Crescent Rose. Much like these two are mentor and student.
Flashback from volume 1, Blake reading a book about a man with two souls, now you know who is at the center of this story. The story of Weiss and her evolution remains one of the things that I love about this show and why I love this character so much. When we think back to the Weiss of volume 1, who was so proud to be a Schnee and her company, we see how much she was only a facade formed by years of brainwashing by her father. For the part with Qrow and Ruby against Tyrian, not much to say, except "what's your favorite fairytail?" is what Ozpin say to Pyrrha before telling her about the maidens ect. Also, after Tyrian injured Qrow, we have a shot on his face where his eyes are purple instead of the usual yellow, it's a sign that he's using his Semblance, even if it is never clearly said in the series what it consists of. And otherwise, Ruby saying "this is my fight too" gives me a little chill every time. I love the way Lindsay play Ruby so much that some of her lines remain my favorites from the show.
The Schnee Dust Company was founded by Weiss' grandfather Nicholas, who, due to failing health, chose the man who charmed and wed his daughter to take over.
There’s a theory that explains why Tyrian just let Qrow walk over to his weapon. Many scorpions have poor sight and rely on sounds to know their surroundings. Tyrian likely has poor eyesight. That’s why he didn’t see Qrow getting ready to become the Catch These Hands Huntsman, (plus in a world of crazy weapons, who would expect a regular punch) and why he didn’t attack Qrow until Qrow grabbed his weapon and the handle clicked. Also Qrow’s punch may have been stronger than it should have been because Qrow could have been putting Aura into the rings on his hands to make them something like brass knuckles (the kids were putting their Aura into the food during the food fight, so it’s not the first time Aura has been put into something that wouldn’t be a weapon if it didn’t have Aura)
@@marieporter9488 Last episode he was pointing at and looking directly at Ren, Nora, Jaune and Ruby, pointed them out even. They were a pretty good distance from him. I interpret Qrow hitting Tyrian not because Tyrian had Scorpion-like eyesight, but he was just stunned Qrow forwent his weapon and engaged hand to hand (you can tell that because his eyes widened in shock just before Qrow landed the first hit). Most hunters rely too much on their weapons and lack hand to hand as a result. He was caught off guard for a second and was processing wtf just happened when Qrow went to get his weapon. I also say this because of the way Tyrian was growling and looking at the ground, like he was annoyed at himself for falling for such a rookie mistake. Once he heard Qrow grab his weapon he went back to his fighting state.
@@DarthDragon007 He didn't necessarily have to see them to know where they were. Ren and Jaune spoke before they really started fighting, and I'm willing to bet it would have been pretty easy to know where Nora was because her weapon is arguably the heaviest and probably weighs down her steps. That would mean the only other person there was the target (Ruby). I don't think he's blind, I think he could probably see blurry shapes and relies on his hearing more than his sight
A cool thing they added to the Tyrian vs Qrow and Ruby fight is they made Tyrian fight like a scorpion. Scorpions can only see through vibrations so when Qrow couldn’t beat him with his sword using the vibrations he started using his fists and when Tyrian was distracted by Ruby trying to snipe him Qrow walked over to get his sword back.
My headcanon for Weiss' inner monlogue at 10:52 - "Fine. I'll do it myself." Also, Bad Luck Charm, the song that played during the Qrow v Tyrian fight, is some of the best music in the show. And to shed some light on Weiss' situation; the SDC was supposed to go to Winter who is the eldest, following the rules of primogenture, but she gave it up when she joined the military against her Dad's wishes. The burden then passed to Weiss, who made a deal with her father to allow her to go to Beacon AND remain heiress. And her Dad is not a Schnee. He just married into the family and took the Schnee name in order to legitimize himself. And now, after Weiss' outburst at the party, the burden passes to Whitley, the baby of the family. Make of that what you will. 😏
Jacques slapping Weiss cements the fact that Jacques is one of the worst parents in the RWBY series. Raven is actually a close second due to her abandoning Yang.
Season 1 when Ruby asked what book she was reading. Blake said a book about a man with two souls. How's that for foreshadowing. It was a reference to OZPIN 3 seasons ahead.
1:47 I somewhat feel you on the Cinder thing, but it's important to note that she is still healing physically from a major injury and literally cannot speak. Some people feel she gets sidelined in this season, and i suppose more screentime couldn't hurt, but personally i think we see enough of her healing journey to get the point across without it getting repetitive or boring. I think it's good that they use the opportunity to introduce other villains instead of rushing/glossing over how the V3 finale affected her just so she can get back in the game. Sidenote: some might compare it to Yang's season 4 rehab arc and say Cinder should be treated the same but i disagree; Cinder has less growth to do as a character and thus needs less time. I think Cinder gets about the right amount of time dedicated to her healing, while Yang needed more.
Might want to prepare for the last 4 World of Remnant shorts. They give more background details on several key developments at this point in the season. Especially the history of the SDC (Schnee Dust Company). Ep. 13 (Between Kingdoms): ruclips.net/video/YQdsjD7kzgc/видео.html Ep. 14 (Faunus): ruclips.net/video/F_h4CKLOqj8/видео.html Ep. 15 (SDC): ruclips.net/video/22d8rLV_2cc/видео.html Ep. 16 (The Great War): ruclips.net/video/_zJpipFv4iQ/видео.html
3:44 If I remember correctly, didn’t Blake read a book in V1 talking about a “Man with two Souls”? 20:35 I believed there is a reason on why Qrow is wanting Ruby to get back since of his semblance being a Bad. As he carries the semblance of bad luck. I am guessing that is the reason or he seem to be cursed by the fact of wrong timing happening to him. So at the end it seems interesting to point that Qrow did a Ozpin move of asking “What is your favorite Fairytale” as I have my hopes up for the reaction of shock value or make you think moment. 😄
You realize that next few episodes go over Qrow along with Nora and Ren. You just spoiled a pretty important thing, or at least something that is for sure worth finding out on your own. It's never stated or even implied what his semblance is besides an off comment Qrow makes in season 2 or 3.
@@FriskyBiscuit12 I am just guessing on it since I remember something about Semblance are key factors in this show. As I assumed that Qrow must have something bad about his
I'm a little late to this but... No one escapes the abuse of an abusive household. you guys need to cut Whitley more slack. everyone responds to abuse differently. The three Schnee siblings are actually classic representations of the three most standard responces to trauma. defiant (fight) Weiss stands up against Jaques, Winter (flight) runs away to join the military, and Whitley the youngest, the only target left, can only go along to prevent from being targeted (fawn) If I can be perfictly the way father wants me to be, he'll have no reason to hurt me. yeah it seems like a betrayal, but sometimes that is all you can do to defend yourself. And put in that position, you'll do almost anything to keep from being hurt. If you can't tell, I empathize quite strongly with his position.
Remember back to volume 1 when blake was meeting ruby and reading a book when Ruby asked what the book was about blake said it's about a man with 2 souls each fighting for control over his body then ozpin tells Oscar in 3:45 that there aura and there SOULS are combined
*Rises up in Whitley protection squad*. Please do remember that he is a child (14, i believe) and is deeply influenced by Jacques. Winter and Weiss have each other, but Whitley has nobody, so no wonder he's being raised this way. So before you write him off, keep in mind that he's also a victim of this environment. "It's foolish not to do as father asks" because if not, there will be punishment.
What’s the age difference though? Because it seems like Weis and Whitley are closer in age than Winter and Weiss 🤔 and they all had the same father. True he could grow out of it and mature once getting away from this father. But we believe in nature and nurture having effect on how people grow up. Not just one of them 🤗 Hoping Whitley proves us wrong. We didn’t like Weiss in the beginning either so we are very open to having our minds changed 😊
@@DefinitelyNotDefinitive2 Winter is in her early 20s, Weiss is 17-18, Whitley is ~14. Tbh Weiss in v1 was very similar to how Whit is shown now. Boyo just needs some better role models
Am I the only one who thinks Jacques is right? He runs the greatest dust mining company, he controls millions of people and billions of bonds. Winter went to the army, Weiss went to the hunters and only Whitley remained, only Whitley obeys his father. Why should Jacques be loyal to Weiss? Why is a hunter who fights Grim a better leader than one who learns to be a leader from birth? Weiss did nothing to deserve this company. Weiss did nothing to get Jacques to choose her as heiress. Weiss did nothing to make Wheatley consider her a sister. She left him in a house with an alcoholic mother and a "terrible tyrant father" from whom she herself ran away. Good luck being a huntress, Weiss, let Whitley be Schnee.
I don't disagree necessarily but it is fucked of him to have promised her the company and only just now revoked her inheritance. But at the same time, Jacques seems to have been actively pushing Weiss to leave and become a huntress. The Armor Grimm she fights in the White Trailer was specifically captured so that he could make Weiss fight it. Also nothing changes the fact that he is the worst
@@DrewconicSorceress do you think hunter training is HIS idea? Winter fled to the army, and Weiss, repeating after her, to another kingdom in Beacon Academy
I love how you can really see how Ruby's weapon is made to fight Grimm. The scythe is big and not good for close up fighting. Ruby wanted to be a huntress and save people. Her weapon isn't designed for close combat with other humans. A big reason why, most of the time, when we see Qrow fight other people, his weapon is in sword form, not sycthe form. It's just such a small thing that I love. Qrow has always know he would be fighting both people and Grimm as a bandit unlike Ruby who wanted to fight Grimm and save people.
You comments on Weiss reminded me of a scene from season 9 where she, and all the others, are confronted with what might have been, and Weiss's description of who she is, is priceless.
18:56 Like I and a few other of us commented on your World of Remnant reaction for this volume, there are 4 more World of Remnant episodes that you still need to watch. One of them answers that question.
[begin Rick Sanchez voice] He poisoned me in the liver Ruby, it's the hardest working liver in all of Remnant and now it's got poison in it. I hope you're happy. [end Rick Sanchez voice]
Fun Facts Fact 1: Qrow's line, "What's your favorite fairy tale?", is a nod to Ozpin's conversation with Pyrrha Nikos in "Fall". Fact 2: The theme that plays during Ozpin and Oscar's talk is titled "I Didn't Say You were Normal, I Said You were Sane" or "Shannon McCormick is Just a Voice in My Head Too...". Composer Alex Abraham had released the track on his SoundCloud for free public streaming. Fact 3: Motion capture scenes for this episode and the previous were among the last ones done at Rooster Teeth's Stage 5 facility before RT Animation moved to its own building.
If you didn’t hate Jacques before, you do now! And Whitley isn’t exactly a paragon of virtue either. But on the plus side, Weiss’ resolve has just solidified, and she knows what she has to do. And then we get one of the best fights in a while with Qrow versus Tyrian. While we got a *hint* of the power gap between trained huntsman and students back when he dueled Winter, here it’s clear to see. No wonder Team RNJR didn’t stand a chance.
You want to know the about the history of Wiess's family and the Company? Guess you'd probably get on to watching those last 4 World of Remnants then! There's definitely more to Qrows, "Don't come any closer," moment. You'll find out what that is soon enough.
Whitley wants the SchnyDustCompany, he stays with his father and outplays Weiss in the game, becoming the heir to the SDC. Weiss wants the SchneeDustCompany, she...runs away from home, becomes a huntress and leaves her family for the team. LOGICAL.
People act like Ruby is some uber-pacifist wouldn't hurt a fly naïve girl that baby talks her villains and yet here she freaking dismembered Tyrian and when she missed Tyrian she aiming for his head
I mean, she's never been a pacifist. While it is true that in Season 1, she would specifically use the dull/back side of her weapon to knock out human opponents like with Roman's goons, she was still fighting which I wouldn't say qualifies as being a "pacifist". More along the lines of non-lethal towards humans. But you have to think that she wouldn't hold back against people like Cinder or those working with her because she is fully aware that Cinder was the reason behind both Penny's and Phyrra's deaths. Seeing as Tyrian is in the same crowd as Cinder, it makes sense why Ruby wouldn't hold back against him. Especially when he wounded Qrow.
- There's more information in the World of Remnant episode about the Schnee Dust Company - but yes, Jacques married into the Schnee family. His original name is Jacques Gelé - pretty much French for "Jack Frost". - You'll find that the Schnees exhibit different reactions to abuse. Weiss has gone through "Fight", a reaction of fierce defiance, which had caused her embittered attitude from the beginning of RWBY. Winter chose "Flight", running away to the Atlesian military rather than be anywhere near her father again. And Whitley, by his lonesome, went with "Fawn", acting however he could to appease his father and avoid further pain. The mother has her own response...but we'll get to that later. - There's a reason that things around Qrow have been randomly breaking or toppling - which I'll get into next chapter.
God I love the Qrow vs Tyrian fight. This and Qrow vs winter in vol 3 I think really put into perspective how far our characters have to go. They’re so much faster and stronger with the damage they do to the surrounding area while fighting.
Taking the stinger with them is a clever idea, I hadn't thought of it! Sadly, neither did they. No comments on the Oscar/Ozpin revelations? That was a huge scene in its way and I'd love to hear your thoughts.
@@bloodwolfgaming9269 By the time these videos hit youtube they're already several episodes ahead, and there's unlikely to be new viewers in the comments, so I figured that one was safe. But if there's a policy I can edit it out.
@@marithflugelhorn7352 Ahh, kk. I'm always a little confused by some of these because you have reactors that say about seeing early content with subscriptions and all that that it can be a little confusing to know just how far ahead/behind they are for someone who is unable to/not keeping up with their early posted content.
And that is why a good amount of the fandom call Whitley, Shitley. With Qrow to avoid spoilers, listen carefully to the song that's playing during the fight. It gives you a clue about Qrow
If you're interested in the History of the Shnee family and The Schnee Dust Company there is a World of Remnant video exactly for that. I think the episode is actually just called Schnee Dust Company
One of my favorite parts of this episode is the interaction between Weiss and her Dad. He revokes her claim to the company, he hits her, and above all completely ignores anything she has to say about herself. It isn't explained in the show, but Winter was the original heiress to the company bc she's the oldest. But when she left for the military, her father gave that title to Weiss, essentially cutting Winter out of the family. By removing the title from Weiss, she no longer has any reason to stay at home and, just like Winter, will leave. Now Weiss' family was known very early on in the series to have serious problems, but season 4, 7 & 8 really highlight just how badly those problems have affects all of kids.
Sometimes when you sad you don't suddenly brave up. Sometimes emotions hit you and you need to feel it. Jacque wants the name and money. Weiss's family name is from her real dad and how great he is.
Ken is kind on the dot with why Qrow didn't want Ruby in the fight, but more specifically, Tyrian openly stated at the beginning of the fight that he was there to kill Ruby specifically, so it isn't just a "I'd have to split my attention" thing, her being there essentially opens up Tyrian's win condition for this fight
Uh, no he didn't say anything about being there to kill Ruby. He said that he was there to whisk her away with him and when Nora asked what if Ruby didn't want to go, Tyrian said he would just take her by force. He never said anything about being there to kill Ruby.
I said, after the fall of beacon goodbye happiness and levity. 😕 I wish i was being hyperbolic. As for weiss, shes on an estate, thats on a island, so the idea of "Just run away" is easier said then done.
Don't worry, you'll get through the confusion with Volume vs Season. Maybe someday you'll understand why the Episodes are actually called Chapters. Think of it this way... consider RWBY as a book, with multiple 'Volumes'. And within each 'Volume' is a number of 'Chapters' within said book. Now, I'm not EXACTLY sure why they went with Volume over Season, I'm figuring that it is all tied in with Fairy Tales and books, but that is an educated guess overall. I personally never heard them explain why they went with Volume and Chapters over Seasons and Episodes. Loved Beth's confused look at Ken around 6:00. Too bad you didn't see it Ken, maybe in editing afterwards? lol Schnee info will be covered later, mainly in a World of Remnant video first. Additional details later that I will not spoil. Always enjoyed the content... keep it up. :-)
So, the questions you have about Weiss’ family are mostly covered on one of the four V4 WORs you haven’t watched - by this time the show assumes you have seen them. As for Ruby, the reason she starts getting involved at the end of the fight with Tyrian is because it’s apparent Qrow’s Aura is about to break. Also, remember Oscar? Recall the book Blake was reading in V1. It was called The Man with Two Souls. They were literally fighting for control of his body. FORESHADOWING.
I know you guys got a lot on your plate, but are you going to watch RWBY Chibi? (Meant to be watched between Vol 3 and 4 of the main show.. It's no big deal of its watched during/after Vol 4)
I did say you we're infor a treat this episodes, but the treat isn't over yet, get some popcorn ready, remember the book Blake was reading back at the start volume 1? It was about a man with two souls, each fighting for control, sound familiar? It's time to make your final guess on qrows semblance (qwows semblance activated 6 times in that fight alone) and perhaps take a few guess on rens semblance
Ken & Beth, I'll add nothing to what has been said in the comments. Just be ready when we rejoin Qrow and the gang..... The talk will be eye-opening, to say the lease. And Weiss, well..... Jacque may have took her inheritance, but not her resolve. Great reactions today. Can't wait til next week and what happens then. 😎👍🏿🌹❄️🖤🔥
I know this is old, but like…..I’ve always thought about how Whitley didn’t ever actually do anything wrong. He didn’t even try pushing Weiss to disobey. He was just reinforcing her actions at worst. If he had done otherwise people wouldn’t like him either. Jacque is the one who made the decision, not him. Sure, his existence is what led to him being able to, but Whitley never actually said or did anything unkind up until this point. I mean that’s literally what they tell you. He’s done nothing but be supportive. Even if it was in his own interest, I just want to know how people wanted him to act
lots of questions i really want to answer but wont and if you want to know where to find the dust company answers theres a world of remnant video on it witch exsplains about everything so yeah
Weiss' crying on her bed was a bit over dramatic, but considering everything she has been through, I think I would do the same. Not only did she see Beacon fall - her real home - but she saw first hand a lot of people get killed, including some friends. She got separated from her team, people she truly cares about and got sent back to the cold blooded and selfish world she doesn't fit in anymore. She got stuck in her father's clutch again, which she tough she had escaped and after finally getting a taste of real life and freedom, she is now a prisoner. Not to mention she was hit AND randomly dishowned by her asshole of a father. She's alone again with at first no prospect of seeing her real family - team RWBY - again.
I feel like the Weiss crying scene could've been better edited....yes, let her cry, then cut away, then come back....so it's ambiguous how long she cried. When I first watched it seemed like she cried for too short a time and it felt fake. Better editing would've made it flow a little better. The Ozpin/Oscar dialogue drags on kind of long, too. Switching back and forth between Oscar/Ozpin and Jacques/Weiss might've flowed better or at least the more rapid change of scenery would've been camouflage for the long exposition.
Tyrian is by far the best villain of the show. He’s not motivated by financial gain or revenge or some cliche, he just does what he loves to do because it’s what his boss wants him to do. Unfortunately the thing he loves to do is murder people
So this episode is your first hint that Remnant didn’t have time to fuck around with prejudice like our world did. Women aren’t expected to take their husbands names. Hell women aren’t expected to take husbands. Children don’t take their father’s. Jacques took his wife’s name because of what he could gain for it. Yang took her father’s but Ruby took her mothers, which I presume is a decision the child gets to make at a certain age? There’s no sexism, homophobia or skin-tone-based racism. It’s a world where there were beast people, so all the hate was directed at them.
Dont go off too hard on whitley. He may come off as snide, but remember how Weiss was in V1 to EVERYONE unless she wanted something from them like Pyrrha. Despite being in her face about it without actually being in her face about it he really was only supportive of her abd only changes his tone the moment she starts openly accusing him. Imagine being considered something of a black sheep by your sisters with the only one there for you being the piece of shit dad you cant really rebel against because you have no power like they do. Food for thought but we really are being shown Weiss's perspective and are led to have a feeling of sympathy for her while villifying almost everyone else in her scenes with how its shot. Yes most of them probably do deserve to be seen this way, but how weiss jumps to conclusions after admitting whitley has only been supportive since she came back paints an air of projecting her family resentment on him for what she caused to happen.
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That look that Beth gives Ken in the beginning was hilarious lol at 6:00
oh absolutely, i was giving him the same look.
I didn't understand what Ken said at minute 6:05
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She's looking at him like "What are you even on about bro.. do you have a tiny Oz in your head too!?" 😂
Tyrion vs Qrow is my favorite fight in the series. The music playing in the background is Qrow's leitmotif, "Bad Luck Charm", which is a much sadder song than you'd think.
Qrow will explain himself in the next episode.
That fight was also my favorite :)
It shows how much the team can match and even exceed Monty in terms of fight choreography when they put their minds to it. And this fight is personally outdone by one in V7 for how creative it is compared to the average fight in the series.
Probably the best song in the series.
@@daysand123 yeah, i dont know why many fans have to hate Ruby after Monty died.
While i agree that the qualitiy suffered a little in Volume 4 and 5 (story, pacing, animation AS A WHOLE), the endproduct in its entirety is still worth watching.
vol9 episode 9-10 fight is my favorite, though there's also one of the volume 6 finale fights and volume 5 maiden fight. also known by its song fight.
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I read somewhere that a Scorpions tail is connected to their anus.
If that also applies to Tyrian, then Ruby literally ripped him a new one.
That’s EXACTLY what happened! Go Ruby! 😈👍
Blake has cat ears and human ears. What if Tyrion had both too?
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@@DefinitelyNotDefinitive2 More relevant I believe it also has a lot of sensory apparatuses and helps manage their sense of balance which is why after she cuts it off Tyrion is stumbling around like he's drunk.
It's not explained in the show properly, but Jacques took the Schnee name because it carried so much influence with it.
Also, first instance of a real swear word in RWBY this episode.
This, is not a pratriachy vs matriarchy clash, but more about names and politics.
There is a World of Remnant episode that covers the Schnee Dust company, I think it comes after this episode at some point. Not sure if you are watching them
14:48, from Qrow's moves, even standing on his weapon, you can see how Ruby also copies that from the red trailer where she also stands on Crescent Rose. Much like these two are mentor and student.
Flashback from volume 1, Blake reading a book about a man with two souls, now you know who is at the center of this story.
The story of Weiss and her evolution remains one of the things that I love about this show and why I love this character so much. When we think back to the Weiss of volume 1, who was so proud to be a Schnee and her company, we see how much she was only a facade formed by years of brainwashing by her father.
For the part with Qrow and Ruby against Tyrian, not much to say, except "what's your favorite fairytail?" is what Ozpin say to Pyrrha before telling her about the maidens ect. Also, after Tyrian injured Qrow, we have a shot on his face where his eyes are purple instead of the usual yellow, it's a sign that he's using his Semblance, even if it is never clearly said in the series what it consists of. And otherwise, Ruby saying "this is my fight too" gives me a little chill every time. I love the way Lindsay play Ruby so much that some of her lines remain my favorites from the show.
The look Bethany gave Ken at the smack of the back of the head comment he made omg! XD. Priceless!! hahahahaha
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This whole Oscar and Ozpin thing was foreshadowed when Ruby asks Blake what her book is about back in Volume 1Episode 3.
"I've made more mistakes than any man, woman or child"
@@morlock2012 That one's my favorite, it could mean so little but it means everything in hindsight.
I always figured they were referencing Dr. Jeckle and Mr. Hyde
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Buckle up for next episode because it will dump a lot of lore and backstory.
And kinda cuteness
That’s not for a whole other volume.
The Schnee Dust Company was founded by Weiss' grandfather Nicholas, who, due to failing health, chose the man who charmed and wed his daughter to take over.
Yep. There's a World of Remnant episode that covers the SDC and the Schnee family.
We actually see Nicholas in the Ice Queendom anime, he kinda looks like Santa Claus. That may be a possible allusion.
There's a World of Remnant video that was released the week before this episode that did give some backstory about the Schnee Dust Company.
"Traumatized by an abusive father? Just traumatize him back."
Words Weiss needs to hear
This is genuinely one of my fav episodes. Qrow is such a badass
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There’s a theory that explains why Tyrian just let Qrow walk over to his weapon. Many scorpions have poor sight and rely on sounds to know their surroundings. Tyrian likely has poor eyesight. That’s why he didn’t see Qrow getting ready to become the Catch These Hands Huntsman, (plus in a world of crazy weapons, who would expect a regular punch) and why he didn’t attack Qrow until Qrow grabbed his weapon and the handle clicked.
Also Qrow’s punch may have been stronger than it should have been because Qrow could have been putting Aura into the rings on his hands to make them something like brass knuckles (the kids were putting their Aura into the food during the food fight, so it’s not the first time Aura has been put into something that wouldn’t be a weapon if it didn’t have Aura)
That would make sense if Tyrian didn't have feats of having better sight.
@@DarthDragon007 What feats of good eyesight does he have? I can't think of any that could only be because of good eyesight instead of hearing
@@marieporter9488 Last episode he was pointing at and looking directly at Ren, Nora, Jaune and Ruby, pointed them out even. They were a pretty good distance from him.
I interpret Qrow hitting Tyrian not because Tyrian had Scorpion-like eyesight, but he was just stunned Qrow forwent his weapon and engaged hand to hand (you can tell that because his eyes widened in shock just before Qrow landed the first hit). Most hunters rely too much on their weapons and lack hand to hand as a result. He was caught off guard for a second and was processing wtf just happened when Qrow went to get his weapon. I also say this because of the way Tyrian was growling and looking at the ground, like he was annoyed at himself for falling for such a rookie mistake. Once he heard Qrow grab his weapon he went back to his fighting state.
@@DarthDragon007 He didn't necessarily have to see them to know where they were. Ren and Jaune spoke before they really started fighting, and I'm willing to bet it would have been pretty easy to know where Nora was because her weapon is arguably the heaviest and probably weighs down her steps. That would mean the only other person there was the target (Ruby). I don't think he's blind, I think he could probably see blurry shapes and relies on his hearing more than his sight
@@DarthDragon007 I mean, he knew where RNJR was because he could hear them.
And now you've seen what Weiss meant by her father coming home angry making her childhood difficult.
Yup 😕
Jacques Schnee is the worst
6:08 that confused side eye XD
man, qrows theme is SO GOOD
can't wait for you to know the context and hear the full thing
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A cool thing they added to the Tyrian vs Qrow and Ruby fight is they made Tyrian fight like a scorpion. Scorpions can only see through vibrations so when Qrow couldn’t beat him with his sword using the vibrations he started using his fists and when Tyrian was distracted by Ruby trying to snipe him Qrow walked over to get his sword back.
Cool fun fact about scorpions 😀
Qrow landing on his feet on the hilt of Harbringer was & is so boss, elegant, bossgant.
In episode 3 when Ruby and Yang talked to Blake she said she was reading a book about a man with 2 souls.
"Jacque-ass"
My headcanon for Weiss' inner monlogue at 10:52 - "Fine. I'll do it myself."
Also, Bad Luck Charm, the song that played during the Qrow v Tyrian fight, is some of the best music in the show.
And to shed some light on Weiss' situation; the SDC was supposed to go to Winter who is the eldest, following the rules of primogenture, but she gave it up when she joined the military against her Dad's wishes. The burden then passed to Weiss, who made a deal with her father to allow her to go to Beacon AND remain heiress. And her Dad is not a Schnee. He just married into the family and took the Schnee name in order to legitimize himself. And now, after Weiss' outburst at the party, the burden passes to Whitley, the baby of the family. Make of that what you will. 😏
Jacques slapping Weiss cements the fact that Jacques is one of the worst parents in the RWBY series. Raven is actually a close second due to her abandoning Yang.
Tyrian delt with that dumb bird, he is lucky to be alive
Season 1 when Ruby asked what book she was reading. Blake said a book about a man with two souls. How's that for foreshadowing. It was a reference to OZPIN 3 seasons ahead.
1:47 I somewhat feel you on the Cinder thing, but it's important to note that she is still healing physically from a major injury and literally cannot speak. Some people feel she gets sidelined in this season, and i suppose more screentime couldn't hurt, but personally i think we see enough of her healing journey to get the point across without it getting repetitive or boring. I think it's good that they use the opportunity to introduce other villains instead of rushing/glossing over how the V3 finale affected her just so she can get back in the game.
Sidenote: some might compare it to Yang's season 4 rehab arc and say Cinder should be treated the same but i disagree; Cinder has less growth to do as a character and thus needs less time. I think Cinder gets about the right amount of time dedicated to her healing, while Yang needed more.
Might want to prepare for the last 4 World of Remnant shorts. They give more background details on several key developments at this point in the season. Especially the history of the SDC (Schnee Dust Company).
Ep. 13 (Between Kingdoms): ruclips.net/video/YQdsjD7kzgc/видео.html
Ep. 14 (Faunus): ruclips.net/video/F_h4CKLOqj8/видео.html
Ep. 15 (SDC): ruclips.net/video/22d8rLV_2cc/видео.html
Ep. 16 (The Great War): ruclips.net/video/_zJpipFv4iQ/видео.html
3:44 If I remember correctly, didn’t Blake read a book in V1 talking about a “Man with two Souls”?
20:35 I believed there is a reason on why Qrow is wanting Ruby to get back since of his semblance being a Bad. As he carries the semblance of bad luck. I am guessing that is the reason or he seem to be cursed by the fact of wrong timing happening to him.
So at the end it seems interesting to point that Qrow did a Ozpin move of asking “What is your favorite Fairytale” as I have my hopes up for the reaction of shock value or make you think moment. 😄
Rooster teeth are amazing at foreshadow there is even a line in red like roses part 2 referencing something that's revealed in volume 6
You realize that next few episodes go over Qrow along with Nora and Ren. You just spoiled a pretty important thing, or at least something that is for sure worth finding out on your own. It's never stated or even implied what his semblance is besides an off comment Qrow makes in season 2 or 3.
@@Nightmarekurumi666 oh interesting
@@FriskyBiscuit12 I am just guessing on it since I remember something about Semblance are key factors in this show. As I assumed that Qrow must have something bad about his
And this is when the lore kicked everything in the face and up the balls
I'm a little late to this but...
No one escapes the abuse of an abusive household. you guys need to cut Whitley more slack. everyone responds to abuse differently.
The three Schnee siblings are actually classic representations of the three most standard responces to trauma. defiant (fight) Weiss stands up against Jaques, Winter (flight) runs away to join the military, and Whitley the youngest, the only target left, can only go along to prevent from being targeted (fawn)
If I can be perfictly the way father wants me to be, he'll have no reason to hurt me.
yeah it seems like a betrayal, but sometimes that is all you can do to defend yourself. And put in that position, you'll do almost anything to keep from being hurt. If you can't tell, I empathize quite strongly with his position.
Remember back to volume 1 when blake was meeting ruby and reading a book when Ruby asked what the book was about blake said it's about a man with 2 souls each fighting for control over his body then ozpin tells Oscar in 3:45 that there aura and there SOULS are combined
*Rises up in Whitley protection squad*. Please do remember that he is a child (14, i believe) and is deeply influenced by Jacques. Winter and Weiss have each other, but Whitley has nobody, so no wonder he's being raised this way. So before you write him off, keep in mind that he's also a victim of this environment. "It's foolish not to do as father asks" because if not, there will be punishment.
What’s the age difference though? Because it seems like Weis and Whitley are closer in age than Winter and Weiss 🤔 and they all had the same father. True he could grow out of it and mature once getting away from this father. But we believe in nature and nurture having effect on how people grow up. Not just one of them 🤗 Hoping Whitley proves us wrong. We didn’t like Weiss in the beginning either so we are very open to having our minds changed 😊
@@DefinitelyNotDefinitive2 Winter is in her early 20s, Weiss is 17-18, Whitley is ~14. Tbh Weiss in v1 was very similar to how Whit is shown now. Boyo just needs some better role models
The song for Crow’s fight here is amazing….
Am I the only one who thinks Jacques is right? He runs the greatest dust mining company, he controls millions of people and billions of bonds. Winter went to the army, Weiss went to the hunters and only Whitley remained, only Whitley obeys his father. Why should Jacques be loyal to Weiss? Why is a hunter who fights Grim a better leader than one who learns to be a leader from birth? Weiss did nothing to deserve this company. Weiss did nothing to get Jacques to choose her as heiress. Weiss did nothing to make Wheatley consider her a sister. She left him in a house with an alcoholic mother and a "terrible tyrant father" from whom she herself ran away. Good luck being a huntress, Weiss, let Whitley be Schnee.
I don't disagree necessarily but it is fucked of him to have promised her the company and only just now revoked her inheritance. But at the same time, Jacques seems to have been actively pushing Weiss to leave and become a huntress. The Armor Grimm she fights in the White Trailer was specifically captured so that he could make Weiss fight it. Also nothing changes the fact that he is the worst
@@DrewconicSorceress do you think hunter training is HIS idea?
Winter fled to the army, and Weiss, repeating after her, to another kingdom in Beacon Academy
I love how you can really see how Ruby's weapon is made to fight Grimm. The scythe is big and not good for close up fighting. Ruby wanted to be a huntress and save people. Her weapon isn't designed for close combat with other humans. A big reason why, most of the time, when we see Qrow fight other people, his weapon is in sword form, not sycthe form. It's just such a small thing that I love. Qrow has always know he would be fighting both people and Grimm as a bandit unlike Ruby who wanted to fight Grimm and save people.
You comments on Weiss reminded me of a scene from season 9 where she, and all the others, are confronted with what might have been, and Weiss's description of who she is, is priceless.
Qrow is the Dante of RWBY
His style especially in fighting is more Vergil but his personality is more Dante with a light dab of Nero.
21:07 that's 1 part of it but you'll be finding out the other reason the next time you see team RNJR + Qrow
19:27 Its passed down to the eldest child
18:56 Like I and a few other of us commented on your World of Remnant reaction for this volume, there are 4 more World of Remnant episodes that you still need to watch. One of them answers that question.
In taking Weiss's inheritance, Jacques overplayed his hand. He left Weiss with nothing left to lose.
*Listens to Qrow’s theme*. 😢
[begin Rick Sanchez voice] He poisoned me in the liver Ruby, it's the hardest working liver in all of Remnant and now it's got poison in it. I hope you're happy. [end Rick Sanchez voice]
Fun Facts
Fact 1: Qrow's line, "What's your favorite fairy tale?", is a nod to Ozpin's conversation with Pyrrha Nikos in "Fall".
Fact 2: The theme that plays during Ozpin and Oscar's talk is titled "I Didn't Say You were Normal, I Said You were Sane" or "Shannon McCormick is Just a Voice in My Head Too...". Composer Alex Abraham had released the track on his SoundCloud for free public streaming.
Fact 3: Motion capture scenes for this episode and the previous were among the last ones done at Rooster Teeth's Stage 5 facility before RT Animation moved to its own building.
If you didn’t hate Jacques before, you do now! And Whitley isn’t exactly a paragon of virtue either. But on the plus side, Weiss’ resolve has just solidified, and she knows what she has to do.
And then we get one of the best fights in a while with Qrow versus Tyrian. While we got a *hint* of the power gap between trained huntsman and students back when he dueled Winter, here it’s clear to see. No wonder Team RNJR didn’t stand a chance.
We all hate Jacquesass.
You want to know the about the history of Wiess's family and the Company? Guess you'd probably get on to watching those last 4 World of Remnants then!
There's definitely more to Qrows, "Don't come any closer," moment. You'll find out what that is soon enough.
Whitley wants the SchnyDustCompany, he stays with his father and outplays Weiss in the game, becoming the heir to the SDC.
Weiss wants the SchneeDustCompany, she...runs away from home, becomes a huntress and leaves her family for the team.
LOGICAL.
Qrow's theme song hits hard
People act like Ruby is some uber-pacifist wouldn't hurt a fly naïve girl that baby talks her villains and yet here she freaking dismembered Tyrian and when she missed Tyrian she aiming for his head
I mean, she's never been a pacifist. While it is true that in Season 1, she would specifically use the dull/back side of her weapon to knock out human opponents like with Roman's goons, she was still fighting which I wouldn't say qualifies as being a "pacifist". More along the lines of non-lethal towards humans. But you have to think that she wouldn't hold back against people like Cinder or those working with her because she is fully aware that Cinder was the reason behind both Penny's and Phyrra's deaths. Seeing as Tyrian is in the same crowd as Cinder, it makes sense why Ruby wouldn't hold back against him. Especially when he wounded Qrow.
The history of the Schnee Dust Company is told in a World of Remnant video
- There's more information in the World of Remnant episode about the Schnee Dust Company - but yes, Jacques married into the Schnee family. His original name is Jacques Gelé - pretty much French for "Jack Frost".
- You'll find that the Schnees exhibit different reactions to abuse. Weiss has gone through "Fight", a reaction of fierce defiance, which had caused her embittered attitude from the beginning of RWBY. Winter chose "Flight", running away to the Atlesian military rather than be anywhere near her father again. And Whitley, by his lonesome, went with "Fawn", acting however he could to appease his father and avoid further pain. The mother has her own response...but we'll get to that later.
- There's a reason that things around Qrow have been randomly breaking or toppling - which I'll get into next chapter.
It is not so easy to disobey a father either, especially if he appreciates it.
God I love the Qrow vs Tyrian fight. This and Qrow vs winter in vol 3 I think really put into perspective how far our characters have to go. They’re so much faster and stronger with the damage they do to the surrounding area while fighting.
Volume 1
Everyone: Yeah ok, you're a victim. 😒
Volume 4
Everyone: Fight him!
Taking the stinger with them is a clever idea, I hadn't thought of it! Sadly, neither did they.
No comments on the Oscar/Ozpin revelations? That was a huge scene in its way and I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Kinda spoiler-ish there on the first bit of that comment.
@@bloodwolfgaming9269 By the time these videos hit youtube they're already several episodes ahead, and there's unlikely to be new viewers in the comments, so I figured that one was safe. But if there's a policy I can edit it out.
@@marithflugelhorn7352 Ahh, kk. I'm always a little confused by some of these because you have reactors that say about seeing early content with subscriptions and all that that it can be a little confusing to know just how far ahead/behind they are for someone who is unable to/not keeping up with their early posted content.
Tyrian is inspired by the tale of the Scorpion and the Frog btw
And that is why a good amount of the fandom call Whitley, Shitley. With Qrow to avoid spoilers, listen carefully to the song that's playing during the fight. It gives you a clue about Qrow
Rooster Teeth is still getting a hold of who they are at this point in the season
When Tyrian called ruby the b word I was like yo
Qrow Theme song is my favorite in the whole series. I can relate to the song a lot just because I have the worse luck ever! 🤣
What're your thoughts about the blowup between Weiss and Blake back in volume 1 after seeing these episodes? Have they changed?
Notice how tyrian didn't land a single attack until crow got his weapon back, thats fair play
If you're interested in the History of the Shnee family and The Schnee Dust Company there is a World of Remnant video exactly for that. I think the episode is actually just called Schnee Dust Company
One of my favorite parts of this episode is the interaction between Weiss and her Dad. He revokes her claim to the company, he hits her, and above all completely ignores anything she has to say about herself. It isn't explained in the show, but Winter was the original heiress to the company bc she's the oldest. But when she left for the military, her father gave that title to Weiss, essentially cutting Winter out of the family. By removing the title from Weiss, she no longer has any reason to stay at home and, just like Winter, will leave. Now Weiss' family was known very early on in the series to have serious problems, but season 4, 7 & 8 really highlight just how badly those problems have affects all of kids.
Sometimes when you sad you don't suddenly brave up. Sometimes emotions hit you and you need to feel it. Jacque wants the name and money. Weiss's family name is from her real dad and how great he is.
Don't worry about Jacques-ass. He'll get his karma BADLY
Spoilers
Qrow has a semblence too (not becoming a bird - that's extra)
😎👍🙂
10:29 Hold judgment on that for now.
10:19 If you go back to re-watch this, please analyze that facial expression in context with what he just said.
Ken is kind on the dot with why Qrow didn't want Ruby in the fight, but more specifically, Tyrian openly stated at the beginning of the fight that he was there to kill Ruby specifically, so it isn't just a "I'd have to split my attention" thing, her being there essentially opens up Tyrian's win condition for this fight
Idk about kill her but bring her to Salem unconscious but alive.
Uh, no he didn't say anything about being there to kill Ruby. He said that he was there to whisk her away with him and when Nora asked what if Ruby didn't want to go, Tyrian said he would just take her by force. He never said anything about being there to kill Ruby.
Tyrian is still the best. I wish I could see him fight against Neo.
Mild spoiler.
Neo-Cat would destroy him.
I believe this is the episode that Whitley donned the name the fandom renamed him to. (Shitley)
Love the videos and love the insights you always provide!
Oh boy. Yeah, Oscar hitting himself in the back of the head would require enough force... well, you'll find out later.
First curse word of the show cut different, not gonna lie. Tyrian is definitely not to be fucked with.
I mean...technically not the first. Though it is the most harsh one at this point.
You know, I didn't like Jacque before this episode, but this was the one that finally made me hate him. Fun fight, at least.
I said, after the fall of beacon goodbye happiness and levity.
😕 I wish i was being hyperbolic.
As for weiss, shes on an estate, thats on a island, so the idea of "Just run away" is easier said then done.
Don't worry, you'll get through the confusion with Volume vs Season. Maybe someday you'll understand why the Episodes are actually called Chapters. Think of it this way... consider RWBY as a book, with multiple 'Volumes'. And within each 'Volume' is a number of 'Chapters' within said book.
Now, I'm not EXACTLY sure why they went with Volume over Season, I'm figuring that it is all tied in with Fairy Tales and books, but that is an educated guess overall. I personally never heard them explain why they went with Volume and Chapters over Seasons and Episodes.
Loved Beth's confused look at Ken around 6:00. Too bad you didn't see it Ken, maybe in editing afterwards? lol
Schnee info will be covered later, mainly in a World of Remnant video first. Additional details later that I will not spoil. Always enjoyed the content... keep it up. :-)
So, the questions you have about Weiss’ family are mostly covered on one of the four V4 WORs you haven’t watched - by this time the show assumes you have seen them.
As for Ruby, the reason she starts getting involved at the end of the fight with Tyrian is because it’s apparent Qrow’s Aura is about to break.
Also, remember Oscar? Recall the book Blake was reading in V1. It was called The Man with Two Souls. They were literally fighting for control of his body. FORESHADOWING.
I know you guys got a lot on your plate, but are you going to watch RWBY Chibi? (Meant to be watched between Vol 3 and 4 of the main show.. It's no big deal of its watched during/after Vol 4)
I did say you we're infor a treat this episodes, but the treat isn't over yet, get some popcorn ready, remember the book Blake was reading back at the start volume 1? It was about a man with two souls, each fighting for control, sound familiar? It's time to make your final guess on qrows semblance (qwows semblance activated 6 times in that fight alone) and perhaps take a few guess on rens semblance
Qrows concern stems from his own semblance, thats all ill say
Ken & Beth, I'll add nothing to what has been said in the comments. Just be ready when we rejoin Qrow and the gang..... The talk will be eye-opening, to say the lease.
And Weiss, well..... Jacque may have took her inheritance, but not her resolve.
Great reactions today. Can't wait til next week and what happens then. 😎👍🏿🌹❄️🖤🔥
And Qrow semblance.
I know this is old, but like…..I’ve always thought about how Whitley didn’t ever actually do anything wrong. He didn’t even try pushing Weiss to disobey. He was just reinforcing her actions at worst. If he had done otherwise people wouldn’t like him either.
Jacque is the one who made the decision, not him. Sure, his existence is what led to him being able to, but Whitley never actually said or did anything unkind up until this point. I mean that’s literally what they tell you. He’s done nothing but be supportive.
Even if it was in his own interest, I just want to know how people wanted him to act
Their body language during the scene with Weiss and Jacques... Yeep.
Qrow is great. But so dramatic!
crow will explain soon. its more than the basic. and on the bad guy think game of thrones "tyrian". our fav dwarf.
lots of questions i really want to answer but wont and if you want to know where to find the dust company answers theres a world of remnant video on it witch exsplains about everything so yeah
Sorry I didn't explain this one yet. Oscar Pine is based off Tip from The Marvelous Land of Oz.
Weiss' crying on her bed was a bit over dramatic, but considering everything she has been through, I think I would do the same. Not only did she see Beacon fall - her real home - but she saw first hand a lot of people get killed, including some friends. She got separated from her team, people she truly cares about and got sent back to the cold blooded and selfish world she doesn't fit in anymore. She got stuck in her father's clutch again, which she tough she had escaped and after finally getting a taste of real life and freedom, she is now a prisoner. Not to mention she was hit AND randomly dishowned by her asshole of a father. She's alone again with at first no prospect of seeing her real family - team RWBY - again.
Man my favorite character is so I necessarily saucey in this fight I love him
I feel like the Weiss crying scene could've been better edited....yes, let her cry, then cut away, then come back....so it's ambiguous how long she cried. When I first watched it seemed like she cried for too short a time and it felt fake. Better editing would've made it flow a little better. The Ozpin/Oscar dialogue drags on kind of long, too. Switching back and forth between Oscar/Ozpin and Jacques/Weiss might've flowed better or at least the more rapid change of scenery would've been camouflage for the long exposition.
So, what's your favorite fairy tale?
All aboard the Lore Train! Next episode…
Tyrian is by far the best villain of the show. He’s not motivated by financial gain or revenge or some cliche, he just does what he loves to do because it’s what his boss wants him to do. Unfortunately the thing he loves to do is murder people
Crows semblance has a pretty nasty area of effect it's quite indiscriminate you'll get story soon enough
So this episode is your first hint that Remnant didn’t have time to fuck around with prejudice like our world did.
Women aren’t expected to take their husbands names. Hell women aren’t expected to take husbands. Children don’t take their father’s. Jacques took his wife’s name because of what he could gain for it. Yang took her father’s but Ruby took her mothers, which I presume is a decision the child gets to make at a certain age?
There’s no sexism, homophobia or skin-tone-based racism. It’s a world where there were beast people, so all the hate was directed at them.
Dont go off too hard on whitley. He may come off as snide, but remember how Weiss was in V1 to EVERYONE unless she wanted something from them like Pyrrha. Despite being in her face about it without actually being in her face about it he really was only supportive of her abd only changes his tone the moment she starts openly accusing him.
Imagine being considered something of a black sheep by your sisters with the only one there for you being the piece of shit dad you cant really rebel against because you have no power like they do. Food for thought but we really are being shown Weiss's perspective and are led to have a feeling of sympathy for her while villifying almost everyone else in her scenes with how its shot. Yes most of them probably do deserve to be seen this way, but how weiss jumps to conclusions after admitting whitley has only been supportive since she came back paints an air of projecting her family resentment on him for what she caused to happen.
Qrow ❤