Prologue: Enter Ace

Welcome to the world of Remnant, a vast, almost magical land. Watched over by its many kingdoms, the world has been set into an amazing time of peace. Even so it's not a perfect existence. Never has been, never will be. Perfection is an unobtainable goal sought by fools and endless dreamers stuck in their own fantasies. I have to admit though that sometimes the very quest for such an unreachable goal brings forth some of the most desirable change for the better, and while we may never be satisfied with what we achieve in this pursuit, eventually we will find the we can contently settle for better. As is with the current state of ceasefire across Remnant, it is not without its flaws. We live in a world where mankind was forced to build their civilization with their backs against the wall, and even though we have gained untold ground against the creatures of Grimm, the creatures that threaten our very existence, we are still faced with the task to continue fighting to maintain that hold. Grim isn't the only problem we must deter though. Crime is ever precedent through the streets of our peaceful cities and racism and hatred run amok throughout the kingdoms. Such things are not easily erased or forgotten. But through the darkness, glimmers of hope shine to maintain the peace, however brief it may be. New heroes are born every day to combat this endless struggle. They dedicate their lives training to become Hunters and Huntresses to keep this balance and protect those who do not have the strength to protect themselves. But sometimes there are things more dangerous than even Grimm, ourselves. More specifically it's our fears and our emotions, our secrets and our pasts. Our inner most demons that threaten our own self-destruction and even harming those caught in their wake. And no matter how hard one may try to hide it, people are already crumbling on the inside. I know these facts to be true. I have a certain specialty in detecting these feelings. I've also grown quite skilled in helping others face these problems. It's a blessing and a curse I suppose. I gain great satisfaction in helping those who truly need it, those amongst us ready to break. I can't help but feel dissatisfied when those who are hurting refuse to seek help. I hate to see anybody suffer. It's sick and usually completely avoidable. I can't force them though, there life is their choice although some fail to see the extent in which that truly stretches. But I feel that sometimes all they truly need is a friendly push in the right direction.

Oh but listen to me ramble on about my view of the world, and not even give you a proper introduction. My name is Ace Wolfblade. My family occupation has always been geared toward blacksmithing, forging weapons; as such my skill in the field reflects this long lineage. While I respect and actively, if not most enjoyably, partake in my families work I always knew that I wanted more and would one day become a Hunter. I'm seventeen years old and I have just finished my final year at Signal Academy. Signal is a school designed to help train its students to become future Hunters and Huntresses in training. It trains them to become warriors, protectors of Remnant and all of humanity. Now my next and final step is Beacon, the most prestigious and renowned school for Hunters and Huntresses in all of Vale. The road will be perilous and full of hardship, danger around every corner, but no one ever said it would be easy, especially when it came down to the Entrance Level Combat Exam. Very few are selected to attend this school. But all my years of training and preparation had gotten me too far to let this deter me. I had been working for that very moment. Determination in tow I took the exam. I would later be informed that my efforts were not wasted. I had been selected to attend Beacon. I had passed the hardest hurdle with flying colors. I had finally done it. I was going to Beacon. My next step to becoming a Hunter was in front of me as a new adventure was quickly unfolding.

A/N: First of let me thank you for bothering to take the time to read my Fan Fiction. I've been wanting to write one for a long time and finally have enough material to get off to a decent start. That being said this is my first Fan Fiction and my skills as a writer are relatively low. I hope that this will change as I write more. This story will follow very closely to the Canon RWBY Universe with a few minor tweaks for my OCs. The story will be mostly told through my OC but perspective may change when necessary or when I'm comfortable writing through the other characters perspective. I am happy to receive any criticism so I may help make my writing improve. If you have any suggestions to improve grammar, structure, layout, and especially ways to liven up the story with fresh descriptive language I would be honored to listen. I will post the first actual chapter later today if all goes well to give a better idea of my current writing skill and actually get the ball rolling on the story. I will try to post at least once a week until I catch up to unfinished chapters then it will probably turn to twice a month if I'm lucky. Once again thank you and I await your reviews.