Pyrrha decides to accept the mantle of the Fall Maiden, but there are yet more complications. The exact consequences are unknown, as the Maiden's power has never been split in such a way before. Amber's power could be transferred to her assailant as they might be in her final thoughts, or the sundered power might seek to reunite with its other half. The four teachers are seriously concerned about the consequences of Amber's impending death. There is a fear that the peace that pervades in the world will soon come to an end.Ĭurrently, Amber is in a comatose state on life support, held in the vault. The previous Fall Maiden, Amber, was attacked, and for the first time in history, a part of her powers were stolen. Qrow explains that Pyrrha is being let in on this ancient knowledge now because there is great urgency to selecting the next maiden. The duties of the group are now filled by Ozpin and his allies, who decided that it would be safer to continue to keep this long-standing secrecy than risk the panic and uproar that might follow the truth. In order to protect both the maidens and the world, a group was founded, which decided to keep the power of the maidens a secret and allow them to pass into legend. The existence of the maidens was once common knowledge, but this fame caused people to hunt them down in order to take their power. Under usual circumstances, the last person the maiden thinks of will become the next, but in the case that they are male, too old, or otherwise ineligible, the subsequent one is chosen randomly.
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The power itself seeks out the next host, always a young woman, through a series of what Qrow calls "stupid and convoluted rules". Glynda explains the nature of the maidens: The maidens have existed for millennia, their powers passing to a new host each time the previous one passes away. They proceed to bring Pyrrha to a massive vault located deep beneath Beacon Academy. Ozpin, Glynda, Ironwood and Qrow declare that they are the protectors of the world and that they need her help.
Joined by Glynda Goodwitch and James Ironwood, Ozpin tells Pyrrha that she has been chosen to inherit the powers of the Fall Maiden. The old man gives the sisters great powers in return for their kindness, and the four maidens go through Remnant spreading their gifts.Īfter Pyrrha finishes telling the story, Ozpin claims that it is true - the four maidens did exist, and wielded a tremendous power distinct from both Dust use and Semblance, and more akin to "magic".
He mentions the Story of the Seasons, which Pyrrha recounts:Īn old hermit is visited by four sisters, who each in their own unique ways are kind to him the first (Winter) by encouraging him to meditate and reflect, the second (Spring) by bringing him fruit and flowers as well as revitalizing his garden, the third (Summer) convincing him to step outside and embrace the world, and the fourth (Fall) by asking for him to be thankful for what he has. When Pyrrha inquires about the purpose of the meeting, Ozpin asks her what her favorite fairy tale is. Pyrrha Nikos meets Professor Ozpin in his office, where Qrow Branwen is also present.