RWBY Volume 7 Chapter 13 Reaction - Volume 7 Finale

[@DBLewisOrlando]

The Blue Fairy: "Prove yourself brave, truthful and unselfish, and someday you will be a real boy." Penny Polendina: "That me! I'm the biggest surprise of this volume!!" Monstro, The Grimm whale: "AM I A JOKE TO YOU!?!"

[@LuckiSir]

RWBY: "We have to save more people!" Ironwood: "We have to go to the outer atmosphere!" Monstro: *"OM NOM NOM NOM."*

[@anthonyfanchin1144]

I'm sure we've all seen Pinocchio to see where this is going.

[@solareclipse5624]

Anthony Fanchin and THAT... is cause for worry.

[@angeliquecheung574]

Daniel Lewis Seeing the whale, I knew it was the Pinocchio story reference.

[@DBLewisOrlando]

@@LuckiSir Too funny!!!

[@leastlikelysuspect5122]

Neo is so far the only “Villain” to actually do her job that isn’t just violence or chaos in general. Cinder is just stealing credit....again.

[@justmonika4840]

I dont think its neo who can do that i think its emerald actually

[@leastlikelysuspect5122]

Just Monika Firstly, love the Username. Secondly, you’re probably right, I think she could not disguise items or else she would have hide it after the fight with JNPR or hide her Parasol. I kind of just want Neo to be underhanded and mess with Cinder until she gets her way

[@edoardoprevelato6577]

@@leastlikelysuspect5122 i think by the end of volume 9 Neo will kill Cinder and become the new Fall Maiden, Cinder is much more at fault for Roman's death than Ruby.

[@unknownperson203]

LeastLikelySuspect Wait why wouldn’t neo be able to disguise items? She disguised an airship didn’t she?

[@revenge3265]

I can't wait until Neo back stabs the shit out of Cinder lmao.

[@gregorybarker8835]

“My friends call me James, to you, it’s general.” That line is so heavy man. Really shows what PTSD and paranoia has done to ironwood. Best part of the whole episode in my opinion. I keep rewatching it.

[@kabalow]

As far as i can remember this was also the first time Oscar called him, "James" and not "General"

[@j.c.cannon2112]

the first conversation between Ozpin and Ironwood, Ozpin calls him general and Ironwood responds by telling him to drop the formalities

[@swoogity6902]

Personally my favorite line is Cinder saying “and I refuse to starve.” I feel like it shows a lot more depth in her currently one dimensional character. It could possibly be why she chases power so violently. Perhaps because she knows what it’s like to have none if it.

[@floricel_112]

poor man needs to rest. And a very, VERY long and deserved vacation

[@aliciafraser1835]

@@swoogity6902 Eh I think you're looking too much into that. Her "I refuse to starve" like just sounded, to me at least, like she was doubling down on the 1 dimension, Virgil style. "I NEED MORE POWER!" character she's always been.

[@joeyarruda7803]

Ozpin didnt come back untill oscar got his landing strategy down

[@dylanyeager5737]

*swirls hot chocolate around while chuckling*

[@veronicanaumov2981]

🤣 Never change Ozpin... Never change! ❤️

[@zoharamitai8719]

I-

[@randumo24]

It's not like anybody would be able to tell it was Neo, her illusions are perfect visually. Bringing back Ozpin would have just made him look bad, and his comeback needed to look good.

[@spookygh0st846]

The conversation aside you gotta admit that intro was lit.

[@salvadorgarcia9897]

Ironwood: So I saw you hanging out with RWBY the other day. Oscar: James, it’s not what you think! General: I won’t hesitate, b!tch! *Fires*

[@demmazx1475]

😂

[@dragon2218]

😂😂😂

[@ZValerian21]

This my favorite comment ever!

[@pluggedin-the-ratbird]

I don't know if this or the 300 reference is better. XD

[@black97_0]

I swear if in next volume Oscar doesn't just walk to Jimmy like: Oscar: "surprised to see me?" Ironwood: "how?! I shot you and you fell several kilometers!" Oscar: "I came here to speak cripticly and kick ass. And I'm all out of criptic speeches" Ironwood: "my mistake was shooting you in the chest. My next bullet will go for the head" Oscar: "and your second mistake was assuming I'll give you a second chance" Ironwood: **For his final smash, he launches a coordinated gun** Oscar: **Neo from the matrix + dab on them haters** If something like that doesn't happen, I'll be pissed but still enjoy whatever they give us

[@liveonguitar5625]

MOB: **Absolutely sobbing from sensory overload** Yo Winter looks so great with her hair down

[@peachyonomatopoiea]

IKR??? SHE'S FREAKING. HOT'N BEAUTIFUL

[@IndividualFreeman5475]

19:00 Oscar: James, this is madness! Ironwood: Madness? THIS IS ATLAS! [Shoots him] Oscar: [Screams]

[@terrabranwen2492]

Atlas*

[@omnipepper3665]

Salem: My grimm will block the sun Ironwood: Then we shall fight in the sky

[@huh5909]

Blue James: *pulls out his gun* “shoot it” *shoots Oscar*

[@RelekBrudder]

@Blue *Shows Qrow punching Oscar, Jaune slamming Oscar to a wall and Ironwood shooting Oscar* (Personal opinion: Well at least the first too had sudden negative emotions at the time and couldn't help themselves)

[@speedstick8954]

Amethyst Phoenix fair point

[@RaphaelRavenwing]

Salem: Shows up riding Monstro Penny 'Pinochio' Polendina: Why do I hear boss music?

[@thecyberneticphoenix7040]

5 health bars appear over Salem.

[@arandomskeleton1384]

*Nightmare King Grimm starts playing.*

[@a.mseymour180]

@@thecyberneticphoenix7040shouldn't that be infinite

[@frogsnack7072]

@@a.mseymour180 After the five bars are depleted, there is a cutscene in which salem effs off back to the shadowrealm for a few episodes, muttering about 'it's not time yet'...

[@--star]

She hears the song from Grimm eclipse in the credits.

[@omnipepper3665]

Ironwood: Only my friends call me James Oscar: Son of a bit- Ironwood: *Firing Maine Cannon*

[@chrisbanas1499]

Yep he lost humanity

[@apai2651]

Only rvb fans get the reference 😪

[@jacksonvaneekeren5660]

Thats not an enemy, thats Church

[@scarletrose8766]

I have a feeling ironwood is gonna be screwed people don't like it but atlas might actually fall unless of course dear old ironwood can deal with that shit that's coming cause I doubt winter can not to mention penny gets the maiden powers

[@Desdemona-XI]

@@scarletrose8766 oh atlas and ironwood is so deeply fucked right now. Every one of ironwoods moves have lacked more than three moves. Forethought. Even if winter had claimed the maiden powers and they boosted the staff and lifted atlas waaay up. It wouldnt have had enough time to get out of reach pf the grimm before salem arrived anyway. And then theyd have a untrained rookie maiden being the sole figure to prevent atlas from falling out the sky. At that kind of altitude with enough force to kill everyone and send tidal waves across the ocean and destroy argus and any other northern coast towns The good news is ironwood cannot lift atlas now so if it falls itll just kill almost everyone in atlas and mantle.. i think they might have to evacuate the entire kingdom even if they repel the attack. And ironwoods increasing oppressive dictator ways will cause a full blown rebellion amidst his troops and soldiers. Not just rioting. They have no means of containing salem. She can magic her way out of any prison. So even if they brought salems entire army to a halt. Technically speaking all they could do is slow her down.. maybe force her into retreat. But salem could theoretically walk through every huntsman and soldier in atlas one at a time. It'be slow. And painful for her. But doable

[@joeyarruda7803]

The wizard hid from his lies The scarecrow didnt use his brain The tin man discarded his heart And the lion gave in to fear

[@et3rnal_inf3rno29]

Joey Arruda thing is...whos the scarecrow?

[@LukaBlight69]

Qrow

[@lionqueen145]

Is interesting how Oz crew goes backwards in comparison to the Wizard of Oz. But, since Ruby is also Dorothy, Team RWBY might the versión who do it right. Weiss is the tingirl who unfroze her heart, Blake is the lion who regained her courage, Yang, since she is the daughter Raven and used to attack without thinking, she is the scarecrow who gained a brain. They are the generation who going to make things right.

[@someoneodd3329]

@@LukaBlight69 Actually no, Qrow isn't the scarecrow.

[@kamataro1482]

@@someoneodd3329 CRWBY has already confirmed that Qrow is the Scarecrow.

[@LovingMadman]

"How would you describe the finale" Arnold: **STRESSFUL SCREAMING**

[@kereminde]

Counselor: "I don't have a checkbox for that. I think I'll just use 'other'."

[@WillRennar]

Well, he's not wrong...

[@ash2694]

*Confused and screaming*

[@blitzus5022]

10:37 That scream Penny’s voice actor did was too good it broke my heart

[@jos-josradvanji6203]

same, it actually scared me tbh and threw my mind out of what was happening for a second because I thought "wtf did they do to her in the studio so she'd produce that kind of sudden pain shriek sound. there's no fucking way you just make such a surprised-pain scream just like that" o___o

[@tableswithoutchairs1168]

@@jos-josradvanji6203 just have a voice crack while screaming

[@jos-josradvanji6203]

@@tableswithoutchairs1168 maybe but it had so much fear+pain in it that it shocked me

[@cjck1344]

I just realized…Penny’s based on Pinocchio…Salem came riding in on a giant whale… o h n o edit: WELP

[@Akmenos6576]

I'm a real girl *nose grows*

[@faxxzazel5666]

.........i suddenly feel highly concern for Pietro owo

[@LuckiSir]

*"Sorry old man, but I have some business with this puppet."* - _No one in particular_

[@aswd90]

Why did i read the " o h n o " of your comment, like Ugandan Knuckles?!

[@MxPokirby]

@@Akmenos6576 How is she not a real girl?

[@F2PAlius]

Penny: becomes Winter Maiden Me: So basically Zane from Ninjago....

[@alexkindberg2505]

Alius I love this comment!!!🤣

[@martinpearse2003]

FOR THE LOVE OF GOD DON'T JINX IT 😰😰😰😰😰😰

[@aanshuk]

yes. but that means... oh yeah penny already died once. albeit, before she got powers.

[@huh5909]

Another ninjago fan, cool

[@juvialockser6450]

i love ninjago

[@omnipepper3665]

Oscar: *Punches Neo* Oscar: *Gets Shot* *Soul for a Soul*

[@elchamoyson8193]

Yessss team oscar who's with me 😆😆😆😆😆

[@diegobarretto185]

I hope u read this Arnold but I love watching ur videos when u cry I cry when u sing the intro I sing along as well 😂 just keep grinding I’m dying to see ur reaction for when rwby volume 8 comes out I love u man keep going on

[@marqusmedina5983]

Omni Pepper *PERFECTLY BALANCED AS ALL THINGS SHOULD BE*

[@ApoIIogetic]

*One thing plays in background*

[@_rubyrose10_]

Lol XD

[@herosive8762]

Subtitle: (Neo grunts) Everyone: 👁️👄👁️👂

[@exploertm8738]

I an on mobile KZbin. Absolutely D E L E T E T H I S

[@Dressyone223]

I didnt hear her. When did that happen?

[@itsyourpal1215]

PotatoSlaps where and when and how

[@Thagesthoughts]

To be fair, Neo's been shown to be nonverbal since volume 3. She giggled in CMNE's match before stomping that dude into the floor, and gasped when Ruby triggered her parasol on the airship.

[@aaronmalachi]

THE WINTER MAIDEN WAS THE BLUE FAIRY FOR PENNY (PINOCCHIO)

[@YouAnd_OnlyYou]

Alot of people thought Fria was a play on Freya, the queen of the Valkyries. But you could say it was a play on the word Fairy.

[@Manuel1112221]

Fria is also the female adjective for "cold" in Portuguese

[@tylerrodriguez9935]

LucarioGuy15 I didn’t think about that! fría is also the word for cold in Spanish.

[@lorettabes4553]

Omg

[@fairoadiary]

Malachi Page and Salem with the whale!!

[@somedamnhippie]

Presenting: The MurderOfBirds Choir

[@Mikhaki]

Blake seriously this should be mentioned more, amazing way to start it off haha

[@lovelywickedness1454]

I laughed so hard listening and watching that intro it made my day he literally sings it the same way every time 😁😆

[@blackvial]

They should play this with Arnold's permission at RTX 10

[@BlueBerrySherry]

Awesome :D

[@zei6986]

It was just awkward

[@sam77rat]

Once again Neo's the villain MVP. She's just more consistent than the other villains. She's not just strong, she knows when she's outmatched and isn't too proud to back off. The other villains fail because they're convinced they can't loose.

[@watyhu99]

I agree, Neo is easily the series' best and most consistent villain, and she doesn't even speak. The facial expressions, the body language, the specific style of combat she uses. Beautifully executed by the animation team. She knows not only how to fight, but to win, survive, and how to complete objectives without going overboard or extra with other personal vendettas like Hazel, Adam, Cinder, Watts, and others did and resulted in failure.

[@fairoadiary]

THEEYE SEESALL true she could easily be the most powerful villain

[@dragonstouch1042]

THEEYE SEESALL 5 bucks what she gave Cinder was a decoy and she’s just gonna show up and give the team the relic back as a screw you to Cinder

[@watyhu99]

@@dragonstouch1042 or that at one point Neo does the old, give her what she did to others and stab her right in the back through the chest and take the maiden power for herself. Neo then shows that she's actually smart and worked with roman because it was fun and she loved him, not because she believed in the cause and not join the "good guys" but a simple truce of understanding.

[@slider903]

The heroes think they can't lose either.

[@kereminde]

Oscar: "All I want to know is how we save Atlas next." Tucker: "Meh, we wing it."

[@floricel_112]

at this point it might actually work, cause all plans they've had so far *nyyyyyyyyyeeeeoooooohhhhh* *motions hand going down* *BOOOOOOM*

[@kereminde]

@@floricel_112 I don't know if anyone's plans in this series have actually worked *exactly* as expected. Not even the villains' plan in Volume 3.

[@floricel_112]

@@kereminde hence me motioning a crashing airplane

[@kereminde]

@@floricel_112 Is that what it was? I thought it was just a representation of Gavin's GTA V record.

[@Scailalia]

@@kereminde It might not, but Cinder really did know how to turn a bad situation to her advantage by making necessary altreations as it was seen in both Volume 2 and 3 ;p Where did that woamn go smh...

[@ghostlyjay2040]

A good theory I thought about was Ren has been using his semblance on himself to keep his emotions in check and remain calm all volume. Now, with him almost attacking 'Nora', he can't focus and his emotions are spinning out of control

[@floricel_112]

it's funny you should say that, cause to me it looks like this is the most unhinged he's been ever since the volume 4 finale

[@cherrykamino]

I don't quite understand why he cried after that- is it because he's scared of hurting the one he loves the most? Because obviously he hesitated

[@floricel_112]

@@cherrykamino well, let's see: chased by the military, branded criminals. losing communications with team RWBY,recently got separated from Oscar, attacked and having to chase a psycho and losing the relic because said psycho emotionally manipulated you into hesitating using the face of the person closest to you (this is the most major one). Honestly, I'm surprised he didn't scream

[@christianlay-geng]

@@cherrykamino Like Ironwood's crew, Ren wanted to do what was right and meet expectations. They were tasked with protecting the lamp, but when Neo turned into Nora he couldn't bear to hit her. I believe it's both of moral trauma from not protecting the lamp when he had a chance as well as emotional trauma in that he still loves Nora even though they're fighting.

[@cherrykamino]

@@christianlay-geng ah, the dilemma, yeah?

[@thetuftedpuffin1025]

Something I loved is that there was no music when Salem arrived. Just the growling of the Grimm and the thunder. We feel the true terror of her presence.

[@boredhuman6512]

The enemy of trust... is fear.

[@gazelle_diamond9768]

God damnit. thank you. I've been wondering what it was for a little while now, even though it's so obvious.

[@rgama1173]

and that fuckung big ass flying demon whale, that too!

[@BlastHeart96]

When I first read the title, I immediate thought, “the enemy of trust has to be doubt.” But, I guess doubt can be seen as a type of fear in a way.

[@liamgriffin218]

"I trust no one, not even myself." --Josef Stalin

[@gb-oz5kn]

Well if you lie to someone go behind his back leak classified information to a possible enemy then don't come asking for trust xd

[@demaunix2723]

Anyone else got Avatar: The Last Airbender vibes from when Penny grabbed the Winter Maiden's ankle?

[@silentjester4817]

Demaunix Animations Also when Cinder was breathing fire after losing the Winter Maiden powers. Reminded me of Azula losing the Agni Kai.

[@kolbyj5144]

Demaunix Animations everything about the maidens screams avatar & I live for it

[@Dressyone223]

Yes, that is literally the first thing that came into my mind. And I think it entered Arnold's mind as well.

[@KevSB07]

Can we give props to Jessica for Cinder's screams after Winter cut off her arm? I felt them.

[@KevSB07]

WAIT If the enemy of TRUST(love) is FEAR, what Avatar scene are we reminded of? Oh my god....

[@theclown5763]

Wizard of Oz revealed his secrets and lies. Cowardly Lion gave in to his cowardice. Scarecrow did something stupid by teaming up with enemy. And now Tin Woodman threw away his heart...

[@Coramelimane]

If we're going by actual parallels, the leader of vacuo should be scarecrow. But eh, who cares about that place.

[@symmetricempire]

Which one was scarecrow?

[@theclown5763]

@@symmetricempire Qrow is Scarecrow

[@randomosity6878]

TheClown Qrow isn’t the scarecrow. The parallels aren’t there. Actually, Qrow and Raven are both the eyes of Odin, as they were both hand picked to be just that for Ozpin. Ozpin is many things and can be represented in many different ways, though the main influence will always be Oz. Odin is just what he represents through affiliation in accordance to Qrow and Ozpin.

[@theclown5763]

@@randomosity6878 Qrow is both Odin's raven AND Scarecrow. That's what says on official RWBY wiki.

[@schoolsenpai773]

"James is what my friends call me. To You it's general" *quickdraw* iron daddy is one hell of a oneliner

[@veronicanaumov2981]

My nickname for Ironwood is Iron-Dick or Iron-Heart which ever one you prefer... personally I think they both show how unstable Ironwood truly is. 😒

[@naturalarcane]

Spoiler: Arnold loses his fricking mind!

[@Undiluted_Liquid]

as always

[@kobyrne6634]

Well that's nothing new😂

[@erictennison4673]

Yep

[@TheJescudero02]

Damn why u spoil it

[@donone352]

Honestly, this guy is not right in the head.

[@Mel-wu9er]

Me after Penny gets the maiden powers: Oh look Penny is a real girl. Love the Pinocchio references. Me after seeing Salem on the whale grimm: I no longer like where this is going.

[@masonwilliams1345]

And If she does get destroyed and rebuilt I doubt her father could last giving any more of his soul to her.

[@Tyrantlizard874]

Me after Vol. 8: Guess RT thought that this was too predictable

[@Tyrantlizard874]

@@masonwilliams1345 If he's even alive. Hoping Vol. 9 addresses him and Maria, but in this show, ANYTHING can happen

[@DankBlitzwing]

Well, Arnold, now that Vol. 7 is over, you know what you have to do. That's right... It's time to continue CHIBI!!!

[@shut7ut971]

PLEASE!!!

[@MurderofBirds]

U RITE!

[@n0nexreb0rn4]

I think its time they get there vol 4 outfuts.

[@DankBlitzwing]

HE HAS SPOKEN!!!

[@lillithyukiutacrow2532]

Choo choo all aboard the destress train 😭

[@chaoticjusticezero]

Neo-Nora is so freaky, but so cool. Also, keep in mind that Ironwood could see Oscar had been through the wringer. He understood Oscar may have lost his Aura. And he was still willing to shoot the kid, all for the crime of disagreeing with him.

[@Tyrantlizard874]

How there are people still defending Ironwood after this moment is beyond me.....

[@QrowVang9801]

Technically Neo wouldn’t even be able to summon Jinn with the relic even if she knew her name

[@kenzidragneel1718]

In chibi logic she would just write it down on a sign

[@yayayuki8542]

Write her name on a sign and slap the lamp 3 times

[@patinthesnow752]

YaYa Yuki DJJDJSJJDJDJD Thats funny as hell

[@evancaban9261]

Magic Wizards djinn does know everything that’s going on around her, maybe she cuts the mutes some slack if they still technically follow the rules

[@emperordaniel9595]

What if she taps Jinn's name in Morse code on the lamp glass?

[@LunaLi17]

Hands down best part of the episode was when Ozpin started talking about fear. Everything else was second to that.

[@Supermario19001]

I was starting to forget what he sounds like. We havent heard his voice sense volume six chapter four.

[@SeerOfTime577]

I AGREE.

[@krossbim3443]

the part right before ozpin started stalking was pretty great too

[@WhyLychee]

I love the entire end. It's such a great ending to the volume and I love Ozpin's voice lol

[@LunaLi17]

LunatIcXNova I didn’t realize how much I missed his voice

[@TFF_Onida]

New RWBY episode comes out Murder: *guess ill cry*

[@joshk9226]

Oscar: “James, there’s too many of them. What are we going to do?” Ironwood: *takes out gun* “You are to call me general..”

[@typhonyx_was_taken]

My girl Cinder is finally showing a range of emotions and getting more interesting

[@LetsDiscussFR]

i NEED her to go off next volume!! I miss Cinder being the main one to worry about but im glad she put in work in her fight. Even if i like winter and penny

[@crunchevo8974]

Four years too late lmao. But hey if they're keeping her around they better at least make her good.

[@bossmode3769]

Not sure about that, still dislike her

[@KevSB07]

SeriouslY! Props to Jessica for those screams, they were raw! I felt that when Winter cut her arm!

[@whatiathatdogdoingfr]

Cinder is boring as shit and should've stayed dead

[@Not_Ciel]

I literally just realized he's been wearing specific clip on tie colors so that in the intro mashup they're RWBY colors. Holy shit that was coordinated. I applaud you, sir.

[@Myrg]

somehow, in just a few seconds, Fria went from being nobody to being a Queen, idk bout y'all, but she's honestly my fav maiden thus far (excluding Penny obv)

[@janpfg2822]

Well I don't know why exactly, but I am a gigantic Raven fan, so yeah.... BUT this maiden just proved beyond a doubt that she is a queen and probably the most powerful maiden of the current 4, well she at least was

[@ht82smash]

Raven stomped Cinder. Therefore she is best Maiden

[@teamcybr8375]

@@ht82smash Fria wrecked Cinder too. With like zero effort. While literally dying of old age. And while not being a terrible person. Fria > Raven

[@alouetta12]

She went from 0 to 100 for me after she grabbed cinder's hand and said "no i had a job to do", this old woman must have been a QUEEN when she was younger

[@d3dw01fgaming2]

So frustrating for them to show us SO MUCH power and only a taste. You can just tell. This woman. She was a GODDESS as a young woman. Her power is... breathtaking.

[@assyrianprincess3]

15:10 *drinking water* Oscar: im sorry but you need to go on without me MOB: *mmm-mmm* 🙅🏿‍♂️ That was adorable

[@keeen6854]

"We also have the end-credit scene to look forward too", yeah... about that one...

[@jittercritter]

Say what u want abt Cinder but: “...that just makes the rest of us hungrier... and I refuse to starve” Is an epic line Also I’ll be honest I liked her this season. She seemed more like her old terrifying (and hot) self 😂

[@RandomGirl119]

It reminded me of what she said in Beginning of the End, when she was talking to Salem during one of the black screen moments. "It's an emptiness. It burns... like hunger. I like it."

[@jittercritter]

RandomGirl119 That brings me back to the theory that Salem did something to her-turned her part Grimm-far before the arm. Bc why else would she have said that, and also why did Ruby’s eyes affect her? I feel like Cinder has a VERY twisted backstory and I hope we get some of it in s8

[@RandomGirl119]

@@jittercritter I would love some Cinder backstory, especially since she was shown during the part of Ozpin's speech where he asks if you'll understand why someone did what they did. Also, it seems crystal clear now that Ruby's silver eyes really don't affect Maidens, since Penny was enveloped in the light and didn't get hurt, so Cinder definitely had something Grimm going on before the arm.

[@scarletrose8766]

I think its how she can get the maiden powers it seems cause when she attacked amber she might have gotten half of her maiden power then later gets full maiden power (I dunno) she seem to have this ability to take maiden powers which might be part Grimm unless then it later can be used via her new Grimm arm

[@Drawngalaxy]

BitterCritter I personally feel that cinder might have been either an orphan that was mutated by Salem at a young age or Salem’s daughter, which would explain why she is so attuned to her Grimm part, especially when she starts talking about the hunger she feels because that night be relating to her Grimm origins and how the Grimm feed on fear and suffering

[@totallynotafanficreader7850]

Oscar is honestly so badass this episode

[@cherrykamino]

YES

[@huh5909]

Damn straight

[@jbl01456]

“Then your just as dangerous as she is James” I was like damn

[@Hawk_of_Battle]

Everyone; So, which side is going to lose this volume? CRWBY; Yes.

[@Tyrantlizard874]

Me: are team RWBY & the others gonna catch a break? CRWBY: N O C O M M E N T

[@clcla20]

whos ready for screaming and crying from a grown man? i sure am.

[@mizel.i]

🙋🏻

[@huh5909]

No one can get as hyped as him

[@espyan6110]

My mood whenever I watch Arnold

[@ventustbb3229]

Was I the only one who found his reaction at the end really funny? “Y’all are f**ked bro” 😂

[@lloydpastrana6233]

Damn Arnold, you made it sound like Ironwood actually shot you 😂

[@Spearra]

LMAO

[@justagirlwithamustache9618]

OMG

[@NicholasTrabucco]

I keep watching that part back because this is SO ACCURATE. His “HU!... HU!...” right before just makes it better.

[@justagirlwithamustache9618]

@@NicholasTrabucco it funny as hell

[@sphaerah]

Winter voice actress when she said ''Im giving you a headstart'' she sounded so heartbroken

[@goat1408]

Hope to see everyone here for Volume 8....RIP to the young man that made this....great show Monty

[@yaboi6235]

I just hope he fucking reacts to the chorus trilogy already, because after volume 7,that's what he was supposed to do. AND ITS BEEN OVER A FUCKING MONTH WITH NOTHING OF THE TRILOGY!

[@Phirexon]

"Do you hear this music?!" no Arnold you're making it a bit difficult

[@omnipepper3665]

Kevin: I'm the strongest Grimm Nucklevee: *Allow us to introduce our selves* GrimmZilla: *Hold My Beer* Moby Dick Grimm: *amateurs* Everyone: What did you say? Moby Dick Grimm: *AMATEURS*

[@rayeittastay2458]

Size does not mean power. I'm certain if Bubbles had wings he'd be as formidable as Moby Grimm.

[@hazmont]

The fan consensus on his name is 'Richard' (as a play on Moby Dick)

[@rayeittastay2458]

@@hazmont who comes up with these names? Seriously, Kevin, Knuckles, Bubbles and now Richard? I want to meet the person/people responsible and shake their hand!

[@omnipepper3665]

ray eittastay the god damn american people named those glorious creatures!

[@jeffreysmith236]

Moby Dick Grimm: I am also the last Grimm ever, since the supply of Grimm ooze was used up creating me.

[@keeganduffy7938]

It's so great to finally have Oz back. No joke he is my favourite character from RWBY. His voice actor, his mannerisms, the way he fights. I love it, I honestly think he is one of the most developed characters in the entire show. Can't wait for more of him next volume!

[@SootherousNoise]

Everyone if you look at the bottom row. Arnold is wearing the rwby colors inorder.

[@ChloroPhobeTarantino]

I'm certain he planned it that way!

[@MrPhilsterable]

*Oscar falling through the sky* "Yep, that's me. You may be asking yourself how I got here..."

[@freethinker1277]

It all started with my parents, some blue spraypaint, and a LOT of whiskey.

[@dphalanx7465]

That's Perfect. Someone needs to use that in an upcoming RWBY Crack. ;-D

[@mizel.i]

"How do you describe this volume?" Me: *CLİFFHANGER*

[@TheTurtlebear]

Series*

[@Mr.Inktail]

"Disappointing?" Me: no, but actually yes

[@lionelk.y7233]

Fear

[@sganovik87]

Filler.

[@PersonOfNoConsequence]

"Please, someone needs to get the maiden!" Cut Cinder some slack, okay? She's trying her best...

[@-zer-4785]

I haven’t felt this nervous since my exams

[@SeerOfTime577]

OZPIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIN! BLESS. So...Ironwood allowed Watts to live, but SHOT Oscar/Ozpin-one of his oldest allies??? EXCUSE ME, JAMES.

[@Tyrantlizard874]

Critics: iRoNwOoD wAs RiGhT tHe EnTiRe VoLuMe! Me: Are you sure about that?

[@xenit7837]

Murderofbirds: YO DO YOU HERE THIS MUSIC Me:*not hearing the music over his screams* mhm yup great music.

[@lucasdurham-styles3169]

i would actually watch his videos all the way through if he was just a little quieter lol i have my volume on 8 and his screams are still making my cats look around like, what the fucks going on?

[@FinalTimeHero]

6:53 Arnolds talking all at once *Rwby intro starting* imma just stop you right there 7:20 every time he dreams he bops. That's so funny! 8:23 the sync clap :)

[@oligb1469]

My reaction to: super saiyen grandma Freya going full maiden: What killed the dinosaurs? The ice age! James being a rootin tootin Oscar shootin villain: SHOT THROUGH THE HEART AND YOUR TOO LATE YOU GIVE LOVE A BAD NAME! Penny getting powers: AND THUS THE CYCLE CONTINUES A RED HEAD WITH GREEN EYES GETS POWER BY THEIR OWN VOLITION. Fear speech: He's BACK OZPINS BACK BACK AGAIN/ Huh so is semblance is A LANDING STRATEGY I KNEW IT! Giant Whale monstro:...Penny and Pietro are on a ship... OH THIS AIN'T GONNA GO WHALE NEXT SEASON! Monty: We miss ya Monty.

[@rosyletters1687]

*Ozpin's semblance is a landing strategy.* I can't breathe.

[@oligb1469]

@@rosyletters1687 SEASON 1 OZPIN FORESHADOWED THIS!

[@rosyletters1687]

@@oligb1469 HE DID AND WE WERE ALL TOO BIND TO SEE IT! WHAT A GREAT AND WISE OLD SOUL! HE'S TOO GOOD FOR US!

[@oligb1469]

@@rosyletters1687 OZPIN THE INFALLIBLE AND WISE HERO IS CAN'T INCAPABLE OF STOPPING HIMSELF FROM FORESHADOWING FUTURE EVENTS!

[@cinnakincat4260]

SHOT THROUGH THE HEART, AND YOU'RE TO BLAME YOU GIVE LUCK, A BAD NAME!

[@madtophatter1020]

The intro was so wholesome, I love how it went from chaotic talking over eachother to just perfectly in sinc singing 😂

[@omnipepper3665]

I can't believe you hearted me 7 times this year. This volume has been amazing. My favorite volume in terms of storytelling and action

[@lunaraindrop]

About Cinder's comment about Atlas hording power. This reminds me of last volume, when Adam said Blake was selfish and a coward. It seems the villains often project their misgivings, flaws, and fears on their enemy. Cinder is so "hungry" because of what she believes Atlas is guilty of that she cannot see that she has become that power hording herself. This is also something that can be said for Ironwood. He was so afraid to become Lionheart because of fear...that he has become the same thing.

[@Coramelimane]

well from her lines fighting winter, it seems Cinder is an altesian, or at least someone who lived in Mantel for at least a few years.

[@Drawngalaxy]

Coramelimane either that, or the spread of atlas has reached other kingdoms and affected them, since the schnee dust company is worldwide

[@lucussrear3507]

The “LEEEEETTTTSSS GOOOO” IS MY FAVORITE PART OF THE REACTION LMFAOOOOO

[@Bruhmoment-ow1ey]

Damn, Oz is making me emotional now. Give this man an *Oscar*

[@ashesofdestruction3435]

Spoiler: This is EXTREMELY stressful 😥😢😱

[@Undiluted_Liquid]

my heart was beating

[@honeybunnies357]

My eyes r on fire from crying-

[@Undiluted_Liquid]

@Blue oh right Dx thats funny i was rushing so i didnt put fast at the end of the sentance

[@tired3444]

I see Salem finally cured herself of her Thanos syndrome.

[@kabalow]

Her whomst?

[@d3dw01fgaming2]

Whomst- *snort- that's good.

[@d3dw01fgaming2]

Forreal tho tf is Thanos syndrome? I'm so intrigued..

[@tired3444]

@@d3dw01fgaming2 Sitting back and relaxing for no reason while you send your underlings out to do everything important even though you're strong enough to easily handle it yourself, basically.

[@d3dw01fgaming2]

@@tired3444 ahh. Yes. Im so hype for this. Why CRWBY WHYYYY

[@Grim-c8n]

20:26 Gotta love the subtitles (tense dramatic music)

[@shinra6913]

I'm calling it now. Volume 8 will have Weiss vs Winter, qrow vs ironwood JNR vs Cinder and maybe a fight between ozpin/oscar vs salem.

[@Spearra]

Honestly I could see a three way fight between Ruby, Cinder, and Neo, alla Qrow, Tyrian, Clover, type of situation. IE, when Neo backstabs Cinder.

[@shinra6913]

@@Spearra i can see ruby fighting neo but i always felt JNR should be the ones to face cinder after V3.

[@black97_0]

@@Spearra is the backstab part literar or just metaphorical?

[@Spearra]

@@black97_0 Yes.

[@donone352]

Oz Vs Salem. Do you really want Oz dead that badly?

[@grayfox4819]

Even thought the Qrow-Clover-Tyrian parenthesis of the previous episode was quite messed up, I'm still glad I found out this show. After MLP ended and after I quitted Miraculous realizing it was a gigantic waste of time, I needed something to watch. Between this and The Dragon Prince (as well as The Owl House but that's a different kind of show) I think I'm good. I loved this finale and I will be happy to see where this is going.

[@akdrago1]

dude whats mlp and is the dragon prince good heard the guys from avatar are the writers

[@Joce.G]

MLP? My little ponny?

[@zaaveme]

Have you tried watching Shera, Steven Universe or infinity train? Or are they not you’re cup of tea?

[@grayfox4819]

I already finished Steven Universe. Don't like She-Ra, and Infinity Train... well that one I might give it a try.

[@Riku70X]

@@grayfox4819 Absolutely recommend Infinity Train, probably the best cartoon I've ever seen.

[@brianb-t4v]

I was still hype after watching this episode because I still had your reaction to watch. I hope we’re both ready. Volume 3 vibes for real.

[@cjck1344]

I honestly really hope we go to Vacuo next. We’ve been to all the other kingdoms and honestly I wanna live there

[@MAK3L_]

We'll still be in Atlas for V8

[@redrover1172]

I honestly think they'll go to vacuo for volume 9 and eventually make their last stand at beacon because the crown is still there.

[@MAK3L_]

@@redrover1172 agreed. The final stand is something I'm not looking forward to. I'm not looking forward to losing RWBY!

[@redrover1172]

@@MAK3L_ could still do origin stories, Spinoffs, lots of possibilities

[@MAK3L_]

@@redrover1172 man imagine a team STRQ spin off

[@crayonph7103]

It's kinda bittersweet seeing Penny succeed where Pyrrha failed (in becoming a maiden).

[@angeldude101]

Where one green-eyed redhead failed and died, the green-eyed redhead she killed lived and succeeded.

[@kingraplhmativo5178]

Don't worry penny will die as well.

[@gokbay3057]

In the first appearance of Neo as Nora when she skipped away (to get the parasol I suppose) I was like "That's Neo. Nora is never that peppy/sassy"..

[@ArthurCrane92]

TLDR: "...well, shit." -So, it's a first for the series to end on a cliffhanger of this level, huh? It's to the point that I'm almost hesitant to say anything definitive sounding regarding the themes and ideas that this volume throws around. For now, what I feel I can say about the biggest one, that about what it means to do the right thing, is that it comes down to not the actions themselves, but the intent behind them. Once Ironwood goes full totalitarian, and everyone working directly under him (except Penny) falls in line with his inhumane commands, the series drops all pretense about whether his actions are morally dubious or if he has valid points. By contrast, Ruby and friends want to live up to the ideal of being a Huntress/Huntsman, and protect the people to the bitter end, which is seen as not just the most "moral" decision, but also the most difficult (especially when it means going up against Salem and her army even after an entire night of fighting). -The other thing I can say for sure about what this volume thinks about "doing the right thing" comes from Ozpin's monologue on fear. Usually, you know what you're doing is the right thing when doing it is either the most difficult choice or the one that makes you the most fearful. It reminds me of Ruby's monologue in V5, where she tells Oscar that she fights because she's scared of what people like Salem can do to the world. -My favorite thing about Penny becoming the new Winter Maiden is that it's here that we learn the ultimate purpose of bringing her back. Sure, having Penny around is always a good thing, but I like that this feels like a culmination to the mini-arc she was given this volume, where she comes out as the most "human" of Ironwood's soldiers (The Maiden powers sure don't care that she's not of flesh and blood). Someone who believes in the same "follow your heart" ideals of Team RWBY. -By contrast, it's tragic how Winter remains loyal to Ironwood in spite of putting her at odds with Weiss. She seems to subscribe to the same ideals as Clover, where she doesn't "like" her orders, but carries them out anyway to their full extent, which puts her on the show's "Older Mentors That The Younger Generation Must Prove They're Better Than" list. I feel like the main reason she lets Weiss and friends go is because she was physically unable to stop them. I get the feeling that at some point the two sisters will fight and it's here that Weiss will finally overcome Winter (in a manner that will hopefully redeem Winter). -Robyn is on average my favorite new character this volume, but that little moment of sympathy for Qrow put her over-the-top for me. We've seen her as a politician/public figure and as a hard-boiled vigilante leader, but I feel we needed a moment of emotion like that to really sell that she's a champion of the people. -Nice that we get some hints of backstory in Cinder's little monologue, but I think it's ironic how she goes on about how Atlas elites accumulate all the power when accumulating all the power is exactly what she wants to do for herself. I love to hate this woman, and Jessica Nigri's ultra scenery-chewing performance is always a riot. -Speaking of villains I love to hate, my literal reaction to that one dirty trick Neo pulled on Ren was: "HOW FUCKING DARE YOU?!" -On that note, I'm glad this volume didn't attempt to give any closure to Ren and Nora's issues. It's clear that Ren is an emotional mess right now, and while I find it reassuring that he definitively loves Nora (to the point where the thought of hurting her brings him to tears), the events of this episode feel like the sort of thing that could make him do that emo thing where you push away your loved ones because you begin to see them as a liability (he likely blames himself and his hesitation for losing the relic). I wish the show would find a better thing to do with Ren and Nora than just give them relationship trouble, but so far, while I wish the volume committed to it a little better, it's not without its moments. -As a big fan of both Nuts n Dolts and White Rose, you get five guesses as to what my favorite shot of the episode was.

[@SeerOfTime577]

Arturo Garza Wise words.

[@ItsKeysama]

I know right like every volume that ends with a maiden always gives some tears. I REALLY DON'T WANT TO CRY TODAY! ALSO R.I.P MONTY THE LEGENDS HIMSELF!

[@oliverjames9648]

Lmao that singing of the intro was great

[@AgentofChaos315]

I was rewatching the whole volume and I realized something: In Sparks, Penny could see Joanna and May even though they were invisible, so can Penny see through illusions? could she counter Neo?

[@rubyrose7881]

Does anyone else realize that raven hasn’t been relevant for 2 volumes

[@NeahMinto88]

She is "reuniting" with tai ;)

[@aresx3749]

*cough* zwei *cough*

[@Anatiumregina]

Remember when Glynda was actually an important character? She wasn't on screen since Vol. 3

[@scarletrose8766]

Raven might have used a portal to go to tai but reuniting dunno about that she might be thinking of gathering old allies for what I dunno (which she might join with qrow later on maybe)

[@Joce.G]

@@Anatiumregina She might be trying to rebuild Beacon and the city destroyed during the end of volume 3...

[@Lakanus]

Neo steamrolled all of Team JNPR by herself😅I really want to know what she's been up to between Volumes 3 and 6...

[@edoardoprevelato6577]

Looking for Cinder while being on the run from every huntsman and their mother, father, uncle and dog, and with little to no resources.

[@celsius1359]

She's always been super OP since her debut. No one has ever landed a hit on her until this season.

[@YouAnd_OnlyYou]

Did someone say Training Arc?

[@Lakanus]

@@celsius1359 what about raven, ruby and cinder?

[@celsius1359]

@@Lakanus what about them? Ruby didn't land a hit back in season 3. She just pushed the button on her umbrella and she took off like Mary Poppins. Raven, yeah, she did get a hit in, but only because she came out of nowhere and so unexpectedly. Plus, the hit didn't land on Neo, I think it struck her weapon instead And cinder, as far as I can remember, Cinder wasn't able to land a proper hit on Neo because she wasn't trying to fight her. Until she got pissed and activated her Maiden powers

[@sookyboo1628]

7:23 in. I'm already tearing up. The combo of singing the intro. Omg it's amazing. I shall watch the rest and give a comment afterwards!!

[@sookyboo1628]

NEO!! She's!! Omg. AH!! I have no words on the mixed feelings I am having right now. QwQ

[@bazookaman]

Arnold giving volume warning: my eardrums are ready

[@AsuraRaver]

I love watching these reactions. It gives me the sense that I'm watching this with someone else and when I do that I get even more emotional than if I were watching this alone.

[@Charley-ju6yg]

I swear, he's gonna have a heart attack one of these days.

[@veronicanaumov2981]

He doesn’t have a heart ❤️ he’s nothing but pure metal. Literally and figuratively 😏

[@beninmalgaard9836]

I don't think I've ever seen a person more emotionally connected and devoted to the RWBY series than MurderofBirds.

[@fish9853]

I had my volume cranked when the intro played. . . No regrets. :>

[@drollfurball2863]

I love listening to your commentary while I do carts at work. I love hearing you say “oh no, this is going to happen” and since I’ve already seen the episodes beyond that I’m like “just wait man” or I’m like “Well, you’re right about THAT”. Can’t wait for more reaction things.

[@sub-zeroduelist9959]

You know what? You’re a man who puts his emotions in the open, that makes you A REAL MAN! NOW GET BCK IN THERE, AND FINISH THIS VOLUME SOLIDER

[@Sami-kn3bs]

"It'll be just like beacon again" -Penny

[@romanemperor3160]

I'm combat ready to defend Remnant.

[@izurukamukura221]

Headmaster Ozpin OZPIN!!!

[@huh5909]

*insert Arnold’s intense hype screaming here*

[@discopineapple4594]

...I'm just gonna be over here rewatching your reactions over and over and over again until volume 8 comes out

[@kenzidragneel1718]

next volume you should do this withe every episode but more like adding one Arnold to the intro every time

[@NagatoLichtgestalt]

Another volume goes by and I can't be more thankful to you. Seriously, i'm so happy to be part of all of this. You must to be proud, because of you we all are here. It means a lot to me that you made of all this and be sure that I (and I expect talking for a lot of people here too) will be here year to year. Thank you so much for everything Arnold. We love you Boss. And before I forget it, I'll be preparing something special but maybe it will take a while to be ready. I'll keep you informed as soon as possible. ^^

[@cross172]

You guys know how the Wyvern’s name is Kevin? I’m officially naming the Whale Charlie!

[@dmillz5501]

His name is already richard. Too late bud. Sorry.

[@hoolieish]

W A L T E R

[@crunchevo8974]

It's Richard. Dick if you're nasty.

[@dragon2218]

Big Whale Boi

[@crunchevo8974]

@@dragon2218 him thicc

[@antwaincaleb]

This episode drove him so insane that he started to both laugh and cry at the same time just like Arthur Fleck from Joker.

[@marcuspaullo689]

A part of me wonders if Ozpin's monologue was somewhat directed at himself because of the stuff that happened in V6

[@SabDrawsArt]

6:49 just gives me chills! love it how there's this short pause between the chaos and the sing alongs! and the sways omg hahaha This is why this is my favourites reaction channel period. Not many reaction channels have the kind of bond you have.

[@ratzfatz6880]

I always wondered what your neighbours think when they hear you screaming^^

[@freethinker1277]

They probably think gamer rage, lol.

[@indiart2814]

After seeing the finale, I have to say I'm just as speechless as you are Arnold. Really looking forward to Volume 8 as well and will be with you for the ride through the RWBY Journey.

[@xpastelmoonx3092]

*when you realize Arnold is wearing the same shirt as you*

[@Lilbabyz10]

The intro made me so happy! I can't believe another volume is over! Can't wait for Volume 8!