Dark Symphony (RWBY X Jaune Arc X Sukuna)

Chapter 21: Round One

Jaune introduced his father to his friends, who couldn't help but be surprised by the unexpected meeting. They greeted the man warmly, and for a brief moment, father and son shared a connection that had been long overdue. However, their reunion was cut short as their team's name was called out, signaling their next match. Jaune bid farewell to his friends and his father as he and his team departed to prepare for the upcoming battle.

The arena was electric with anticipation as they stood on one side, facing Team ABRN on the opposite end. The raucous crowd roared, adding to the excitement of the moment. The sun beamed down, casting a warm and intense light on the preparations below. Jaune couldn't contain his nervous energy, hopping on the spot, shadow boxing, and stretching in a bid to keep his muscles warm.

Professor Port took the stage, delivering an introduction for both teams. He then pressed a button that triggered a screen displaying different logos, each representing a distinct environment where the battle would take place. The slots were chosen, and the ground beneath them began to shift, transforming into the selected environment. Soon, they found themselves in an icy forest, ready to face the challenges of their next match.

Port: 3....2....1.... Begin!

In the heat of the battle, both teams charged at each other with fierce determination. Jaune took the lead, running ahead of his teammates. With a determined expression, he leaped into the air, his fist raised high. Team ABRN anticipated this move and prepared to block and counter Jaune's attack, which appeared to be aimed at Nadir, their weakest member. As they closed in around Nadir, Reese, riding her hoverboard and ready to use Gravity Dust to repel Jaune, braced for the impact.

However, Jaune had a different plan. Just as he reached Reese and her hoverboard, he opened his fist and, to everyone's surprise, grabbed onto the hoverboard. He forcefully pulled it away from Reese, causing her to lose balance and fall to the ground. Fortunately, Bolin was quick to react, catching her before she hit the icy forest floor.

Reese: Thanks.

Bolin: No problem.

As Reese regained her composure, she noticed Jaune still holding onto her hoverboard and immediately demanded it back.

Reese: Hey! Give me back my board!

Jaune, with a sly grin, called for Nora to execute their planned move.

As Jaune flipped onto the hoverboard, he charged up the Gravity Dust that Reese had been using to keep the board afloat. The board hit the ground, and thanks to the activated dust, it propelled him into the air at a rapid pace. At the same time, Nora lifted her hammer and prepared to deliver a powerful blow right where the Gravity Dust was being projected to keep the board suspended.

Jaune raised his knees to shield the board from any potential damage caused by the sudden change in direction. The Gravity Dust reacted like a high-speed projectile, flinging Jaune across the battlefield. He soared just above the icy ground, heading directly toward Team ABRN.

Port: Look at this! Mr. Arc is using Miss Chloris's own weapon against her team! Genius! But what is his plan now?

With precision timing, Jaune leaped off the hoverboard, raising his knees and delivering an extremely powerful knee strike to Nadir. The impact was immense, and Nadir took the full force of the blow, skidding across the forest terrain and crashing into multiple trees.

Arslan: Nadir!

Pyrrha: Keep your focus, Arslan.

In the midst of the intense battle, Pyrrha seized the opportunity created by Jaune's distraction and swiftly launched an attack on the off-guard Arslan. Arslan looked surprised at first but quickly shifted to a determined expression as they engaged in a heated exchange of blows, clashing their weapons with skill and precision.