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knightbeng · 1 year

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RWBY and Neurodiversity

Ive been thinking about this for a while but resisted posting until Volume 9 ended. Mainly to see how Ruby’s ascension would resolve, because I knew it would impact how I felt about this.

Also this is long. Like seriously long. Once I started it got out of hand. But I feel it is all Important.

I will start by saying that I am autistic, and I have friends and family who are both autistic and or neurodiverse. I also understand that a lot of this maybe subtext or head cannon, and at times deeply personal. I also get that this will never be made cannon or had ever even be intended by CRWBY. But, I cannot escape some of the connections I have made or how I relate to some characters.

Right with that out of the way

RUBY IS AUTISTIC, or at least somewhere on the spectrum.

From the first volume I could see some of the traits coming through. From the use of headphones and music separating her from the world around her. Her over exuberance when is excited or interested in something. Right up to her passion/special interest in weapons and being a huntresses. This is not to lessen the other characters interests or passions, but Ruby’s is very much all consuming. She speaks about how she went over board on Crescent Rose’s design, and about how much she likes others designs. Including Jaune’s classic Crocea Mors. I cannot help but see my own love of history. That took me to university and beyond. Like Ruby with any weapon, I love any history.

Then there is her abilities in the classroom. Ruby is clearly a natural talent, but she is never shown to be a savant. She has issues keeping her attention in class and with the work load. Although I do understand that this can be put down to being jumped ahead and that Port n Oobleck’s class seem to have a similar effect on others. Much like me and some of my friends we had classes we loved but struggled to show it though other academic difficulties.

The early volumes also cover her struggles to connect with people. Such as wanting to be with Yang, instead of meeting new people. Or with Weiss and hers rocky relationship, early on. Countered with the open acceptance by Jaune, who sees a fellow outsider. Although for different reasons. Her own comment of wanting “normal knees” is something I think everyone one with autism can relate too. The wish to be just like everyone else and not stand out. That, at times, can be the greatest wish living in a world you struggle with.

Then there’s the events post Beacon. They show a defining personality trait so common in autism. Her unshakeable moral centre. It can be hard to describe but it is well documented the autistic people have a very strong sense of justice and morals. Although obliviously not all the same morals. We are all have a different in outlook, just like everybody else. Ruby’s is based around helping people and making the world a better place.

This is shown most strongly in her mission to walk to Haven. Even if most would say she is too young and it is too dangerous, for 4 unqualified huntsmen/huntress. They went and got hurt and burnt out along the way. Yes others went with her but would they have gone without her taking the lead. It shows a lack of self awareness that can be common as autistic people. To the point that they burn themselves out pushing to achieve things, without taking time for themselves.

The other massive tell is her reaction to Ironwood. She has no dislike for him and shares his goal. But, his actions and plans go against her moral code. So again she sticks to her morals and works to stop him, while rescuing Atlas, at the same time. Yes others agreed that he was in the wrong, but would the likes of Winter changed their allegiance, without someone like Ruby offering an alternative.

Then we get to the biggest thing for me and the reason I felt I had to put my feelings down. Volume 9. While Ruby’s mental state and issues during this volume are very much based in trauma, lose and depression. That a lot of people can relate too, not just the autistic community. I cannot help but think about what she says before she drinks the tea. “I don’t want to be me anymore.” I have never related to a character more. Or be triggered more, for that matter. When I spoke to some of my autistic friends about it, it was something all of us had felt at one moment or another, to varying degrees. See we all know we cannot separate autism from the rest of our person. Most of us don’t even know what is an autistic trait and what is just us. But, I need to make this clear, none of us want a cure or to be changed. More the reaction was things I have felt at times when at your lowest a small voice screams that would it be easier if you weren’t you.

Then there is Ruby’s ascension. After episode 9 when it was put to her she could change to be someone else, and people where discussing how she might change, if you see Ruby though the lens I’ve described it can be harmful.

Now I don’t want it to sound like I’m accusing CRWBY of not thinking about this. Thousands of people watch RWBY and can be effected by it in ways they would not think, not having that person’s experience. They are telling a story, and that story includes these real moments.

Back to the point. Telling someone with autism or that person thinking they have to change to achieve or be accepted is a horrible experience. And it is something almost all autistic people experience. It is the reason we learn to mask and hide who we are. The world tells you that it is what’s expected of you. So when in episode 10 Ruby chooses herself and is then reminded that her friends accept her for being herself. It is powerful. Again I understand that this can relate to a lot of things; imposter syndrome, being gay or race issues. But, as someone who is autistic this is how I saw it. I personally have only had 2 people truly accept me like this.

PENNY is the only other character I see as on the spectrum. Obviously a lot of her character traits are put down to her being a robot. But as Ruby says to her does that make her any less a real person. In fact the relationship between Penny and Ruby is a massive indicator for me of them being on the spectrum. When they first team Ruby asks if she was just like Penny to Weiss. It is not uncommon for autistic people to spot each other quickly, whether they realise it or not. Then when they meet up at the tournament, both feel no need to hide who they are. Ruby is openly dorky in asking Penny about Ciel’s knowledge and Penny doesn’t hide her excitement to see her friend.

This is repeated multiple times when Penny returns in Atlas. Each time they see each other they share and communicate in away that they don’t with others. Such as hugging Ruby first and asking do all hugs feel like this, before hugging others. She knows that Ruby will be honest and non-judge mental. In fact we can see how non autistic people react when Penny is her over excited, unmasked, self in front of them. Winter stopping Penny bouncing is a typical action from neurotypicals. Even if it comes from a place of care and concern, with no wish to harm, as I believe Winters was. But it is something neither Penny or Ruby would do to the other.

Then there is Penny’s morals. She is clearly guided to help her friends, people and world. At great detriment to herself. She becomes the hero of Mantel, protecting those who can not protect themselves, and when others will not. Much like Ruby she will risk it all for her sense of justice.

One of the most impactful parts of Penny’s story is that of virus. I didn’t even think of this, my friend pointed it out when I spoke to her about it. But her Penny is controlled by the virus, she felt it worked as a metaphor for Applied Behaviour Analysis or ABA. Which if you haven’t heard of it, is a horrible thing to experience as someone with autism. Much like conversion therapy for the LGBTQ+ community this works by trying to train you out of being autistic and make you more accepting for others. Penny is pushed towards things she doesn’t want to do and most horribly to do harm. She becomes a tool to the villains, which can also mirror how some savant autistics are treated. There skills used for a “greater good” instead of them being in control of their own destiny.

Now I want to move on to discuss Ships. These are all Ruby related and while I’m not saying these should be cannon or that they are over other ships, cannon or otherwise, but I feel they work at different points in Ruby’s story when viewed as discussed above.

LADYBUG is the first ship I gravitated towards in the show. For me Blake was the first character to simply accept Ruby as who she was. This does stem from Blake’s own wish to be accepted for who is she and not what she is, but it is still important to outwardly show it to others as well. I understand that a lot of people find this to be a boring ship, I think that’s because it lacks drama, but for me the idea of someone new accepting you without question or concern is powerful. That is why I like the ship. It is comforting and has little interpersonal drama between the two. More mutually assured care and concern. In fact that is why they talk so little in the show. They understand and trust each other. One of the many reasons people have Blake as a deputy team leader, during and after the events of Volume 9, is this mutual trust.

NUTS AND DOLTS maybe the most loved ship these days. Outside of Bumblebee, that is. As I have already gone into Penny and Ruby’s relationship as being very neurodiverse. They are themselves with each other, and communicate more easily with the other. Although I would add this is the only one I see as asexual, but I think both characters can be seen as both asexual and not. Just when they are together, they are asexual. Plus after events in Volumes 8 & 9 I think we can call it as close to cannon as possible.

WHITEROSE i find the most interesting. At the start of the series I never got it. Weiss was mean and uncaring to Ruby. Why would Ruby ever being interested romantically in Weiss. But then as the show progress I understood it. Weiss is just as bigger dork as Ruby but due to reasons outside of autism, she had to mask this. Seeing Ruby act as she wishes and not be punished for it, as she might have been, lets her drop the mask. Two big things outside of the main show solidified this for me. The first is Ice Queendom. We see inside Weiss’ mind and how she has locked away her childish side for protection. Going as far as to do the same thing to Ruby. The second is that I was recently introduced to The Owl House. Luz and Amity’s relationship has a lot of similarities to Weiss and Ruby. Both start with a cold and unforgiving person who is thawed by the loveable dolt. Bringing out there more natural playful side, originally hidden away to protect themselves. Now after the loss of Penny and Weiss being so accepting of Ruby in the ever after. She is the first to call her name when she returns and doesn’t ask any questions, after all. I can see it becoming cannon. If there is time.

Thank you for reading this I know it is long but I felt I never saw much discussion about RWBY from this perspective.

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mondays-moodboards · 2 months

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Ladybug (Blake x Ruby) moodboard

#mon mood #ship moodboard #f/f ship #rwby #rwby ladybug #ladybug rwby #ladybug #blake x ruby #ruby x blake #blake belladonna #rwby ruby rose

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randombook4idk · 7 months

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*bangs frying pans* wake up, it's blake holding ruby

*continues to bang pans*and don't forget your angst too

#ladybug #rwby ladybug #ladybug rwby #ruby x blake #blake x ruby #rwby

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darksaiyangoku · 3 months

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RWBY Winter Tales

May the Power Protect You

Ozma struggled to his feet as he crawled through the mud.

Salem: It's over, Ozma. You and your precious warriors have failed. Why don't you just accept your defeat and stop prolonging your suffering?

Ozma continued crawling, desperate to get away from Salem. She looked over him and shook her head. His self-righteous streak was admirable, yet infuriating. She took a few steps and grabbed her spear, stamping onto him. Raising it high, she plunged it sharply into his back. A visceral scream escaped his mouth. Blood seeped out from his back and deep into the mud, his breathing became weaker and his vision was fading. With the little strength he had, he clasped his hands together and uttered a spell.

Ozma: I call upon you... *coughs violently* the power of the Ancients... *coughs violently* guide my hand so that I may find someone worthy to carry on the legacy of the Rangers... go with my blessing and may the Power protect you....

Faint lights of the colours red, white, black and yellow appeared from his hands and scattered up into the sky. With one last smile, Ozma succumbed to his wounds and died.

[Remnant 207 M.A.]

Ruby walked beside Blake as they were returning home from shopping. Throughout the journey, Ruby was holding onto Blake's arm to stabilise herself on the slippery, icy pavement.

Blake: Ruby, you should've put on your new boots.

Ruby: I didn't want the ice to wreck them.

Blake: You sure you didn't want an excuse to grab onto my arm.

Ruby: Wha-? No! I- *mad blushing*

Blake: *small chuckle* Relax, I'm just teasing you.

Ruby: Hmmmmph! J-Just keep walking!

Blake and Ruby made it to the Rose-Xiao Long house and gave each other short hugs before they were about to go their separate ways.

Ruby: B-Blake, wait! Um... do you- uh. *shuffles foot*

Blake: Yes, Ruby?

Ruby: D-Do you, uh... *sighs* never mind, I'll see you tomorrow.

Ruby opened the door and was greeted by the grinning faces of her parents, Taiyang and Summer, and half-sister, Yang.

Yang: So??? Give me the good news!

Ruby: ...I didn't ask her out.

Tai: Aww, sweetie. Come here. *hugs Ruby*

Ruby: I just froze up again... Blake will never go for me.

Yang: Hey don't say that. Listen, Ruby, you're a great girl. You're cute, smart, funny and no one has as much enthusiasm for ancient Remnant weapons as much as you do. Blake's bound to get a kick out of that as a history geek herself.

Ruby: *giggles*

Yang: Don't be too hard on yourself. Everyone gets nervous.

Tai: Yang's right, sweetheart. Lord knows how much of a wreck I was before I asked out your mom.

Summer: Oh he's not kidding, it's quite the tale. Come on over, the Shepherd's pie is getting cold.

Ruby: Thanks everyone. You really know how to help out.

They sat together for a warm, delicious meal. With one bite, Ruby hummed as she felt the troubles of her day melt away. After they had finished, they all gathered around the TV to watch the latest news. Several UFOs had been sighted all across Remnant.

Ruby: You really think aliens are out there?

Yang: *shrugs* Who knows? Though if they did exist, I'll challenge them to race with my trusty Flamethrower. Spaceship vs motorcycle!

Ruby: *rolls eyes* Of course you would.

Ruby decided to leave the living room for a while in order to put away the shopping she had bought. As she walked upstairs, she saw a faint, glowing red light from the corner of her bedroom door. She felt a lump in her throat and her heartbeat started racing. Slowly, Ruby crept forward and reached out her hand against the door. A gentle push followed and she dropped the bags. Sitting on her bed was a bright red, watch-like device, with a rose emblem at the center.

Ruby: ...What the hell? *slowly takes the device*

Device: *humming sound* Now accessing Morphing Grid. Match in progress. *whirring* Match complete. Subject is matched with The Power of Roses. Red Ranger confirmed.

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celticcatgirl2 · 7 months

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So are y’all gonna kiss or what

#shut up alex #personal #rwby #blake #ruby #ruby rwby #alice rewatches rwby #ruby rose #ruby rose rwby #blake belladonna #ladybug #ladybug rwby #blake x ruby #ruby x blake

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bridgyrose · 6 days

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Shippy drabbles for Ladybug:

One accidentally runs into the other(s) while…

33. In a police holding cell (they’ve both been arrested for separate reasons?)

(In this case, lets let them meet for a first time accidentally)

Blake paused for a moment as she watched the police escort a girl that couldnt be much more than a couple years younger than her to the same holding cell she was in. And while she didnt mind the company, it was a bit surprising to see someone else get brought in only a mere hour after she was. Still, the longer she watched the girl, the more curious she became as to why she was brought in in the first place.

The office shoved the girl in and shut the door. “Stay here while we do your paperwork.”

“I told you it wasnt my fault!” the girl yelled as she gripped the bars of the holding cell. “I was framed!”

Blake sighed and leaned against the wall. “Dont waste your breath, they’re not going to listen to you.”

“I know, but its about the principle of the matter.”

“You say that like it matters.”

“It does. Especially when a few laws arent as just as they could be.”

Blake nodded and watched as the girl made her way to the other side of the cell and sat down. As much as she had wanted to ignore the girl, something about her just wouldnt let her look away. “What’s your name?”

“Ruby,” Ruby answered. “And yours?”

“Blake.” Blake moved a little closer. “What exactly did you do? You dont seem like someone who’d break the law.”

“Why do you care?”

“Because everyone’s got a story. And I want to hear yours.”

Ruby let out a sigh and pulled her knees to her chest. “I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. Sorta. I was told Roman Torchwick was going to be at the docks and I figured it’d be the best way to get my huntress license reinstated. But when I got there, Roman wasnt and I was found with the docks in a mess and marks that could’ve only been made with a scythe.”

“Sounds like someone wants you out of the way.”

“Wouldnt surprise me with the target I put on my back. What about you?”

“I was… protesting,” Blake lied as she pulled her sleeve down to hide the little bit of the White Fang tattoo that showed on her arm. A frown started to cross her lips for a moment as she thought back what she had done the night before, her fingers shook a bit as she clutched her sleeve. “Things got… violent. The police arrived, everyone scattered, and I was the one who got caught once the dust settled.”

“Sounds rough.”

“It could be worse. I’ll be out of here in no time after a quick court date.”

“That doesnt sound so quick.”

Blake shrugged. “I consider a week or two as quick all things considered. But, when we’re both out of here, I think I can help you with your Roman problem.”

Ruby looked a bit curious at her. “And what exactly do you have in mind?”

“I know a couple of people he’s been working with and things are only going to get worse if he’s involved. I can help get him somewhere for you to arrest him. Assuming you dont get yourself back in jail.”

“How do I know I cant trust you?”

“You dont know.” Blake sighed and looked at a scar on her leg. “But I dont exactly have anything to gain by deceiving you. Besides, I think our goals align more than you know.”

#rwby #ruby rose #blake belladonna #drabbles #ladybug #ruby x blake

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sketch-shepherd · 8 months

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A BIG treat for the Ladybug crowd today! I asked Miles Luna via Cameo his thoughts on Ladybug as a ship and he has SO many nice things to say about it!

His consensus is that Ladybug is basically a “cozy blanket” 😉 Enjoy my screen recording of the entire discussion 🐞

#sketch text #my videos #rwby #ladybug #rwby ladybug #blake x ruby #Ruby X Blake #blake belladonna #ruby rose #Ruby rose RWBY #miles Luna

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rosepetalburst · 6 months

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Ladybug Week Day 3: First Kiss

Ruby and Blake were sitting on the faunus' bed, reading books together, in what the redhead affectionately called “ladybug time”.

“I think the witch is the true hero of the story… Or at least, not an outright villain.” Ruby speaks, breaking the silence.

"Is that so?" Blake looks away from the book and looks at Ruby, curious about her opinion.

Ruby sits next to Blake, leaning against the headboard of her bed. “Okay… She's not exactly the perfect heroine. And her attitudes are completely questionable to the cursed innocent people, but she wanted the prince to realize how cruel and petty he was before Belle.”

Blake closes the book, thinking for a moment. One of his feline ears lowers cutely, with a reflective expression. “I had never thought about it that way… But did the inhabitants of the castle really have to be punished along with the prince? He should take responsibility for his own actions…"

“Well, in that part I agree that the witch was a villain. But I can also see who would say that the people in the castle, especially those who lived to dance and enjoy the prince's riches, weren't exactly 'innocent'… And the teapot even said that they were partly to blame for letting the prince get away and ecome a scumbag…”

“I think you’re right. And I suppose cursing the people in the castle could show the prince how his actions can affect other people close to him.” "Exactly!" Ruby gives Blake an excited smile, moving a little closer to her, happy that she can share her point of view with her friend without being judged. “Also, Belle not being a faunus is frankly absurd!”

Blake returns the redhead's smile with one of his own, much more discreet. “I was thinking about the same thing. People judge her for being different… For being who she is. Faunus go through the same thing.”

“That’s what I was going to say!” Ruby speaks, much more excited and agitated, getting even closer to Blake without realizing it. “Beauty is clearly an allusion to faunus. It wouldn’t be fairer if she were portrayed by one in the new film adaptation that will be released soon.”

"Yeah!" Blake also approaches, becoming excited, despite being more restrained than the redhead. “I honestly don't have much hope for this film…” The faunus sighs, rolling her eyes.

“You would make a perfect Belle, Blake.” The reaper blushes a little, with a timid smile.

“Unfortunately, I don’t think I would be a good actress. But we can watch the movie together.” Blake gives Ruby a wink, earning another blush from the redhead, making the faunus laugh. “But I can’t guarantee that I won’t criticize it. I don't know how you put up with me complaining about those things, Ruby…"

“I love hearing you talk about books and films…” The reaper speaks in a passionate way, smiling affectionately at the faunus. “I like your voice… It's husky and deep…”

It's Blake's turn to blush, giving a shy giggle. “I also like listening to you. You are very smart, Ruby. And to see that you're so…” She looks at Ruby, noticing how close she was to the redhead, staring into her eyes. "… Cute."

Ruby also looks into Blake's eyes, getting lost. Without realizing it, the two begin to advance slowly, increasingly narrowing the distance between them. And suddenly, their lips are connected. They both relax, as if they were in the clouds. Fireworks exploded in their heads, leaving them with goosebumps, while their bodies seemed to almost float. Ruby can taste the sweet and discreet taste of the lipstick the fauna wore, while Blake can taste chocolate chip cookies on her leader's soft lips.

Soon enough, when they start to run out of breath, they slowly separate the kiss, and open their eyes, looking into each other, processing what had happened.

“W-Wow…” Ruby brings her hand to her lips, playing with her fingers with a dreamy expression, her eyes shining with happiness. “So that’s how the Beast felt kissing Belle…”

Blake stares at the redhead, with her face becoming as red as Ruby's cape. She looks away quickly, stroking her own hair, with a shy, nervous smile. “Oh!! W-Wow… T-That… That was unexpected…”

“I-I think Weiss and Y-Yang will take a while…” Ruby is also very shy, stuttering, biting her lower lip, looking at Blake. "D-Do you want to…Continue our conversation?”

Blake gives a passionate smile, placing her warm palm on Ruby's cheek, leaning towards her. “I do…” The faunus feels the reaper's arms wrapping around her waist, with their lips meeting again.

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