RWBY: Fireborn

Chapter 54 - An in Depth Look

Logan: "Now then, I know we're usually outside for my classes," Logan began, "But, due to this type of lesson is better taught in a classroom. All I ask is for everyone to be respectful to one another and to make room where you can for others as the class is packed." Logan finished addressing his packed lector hall.

The hall was filled to the brim. All the tables had at least twenty Hunters/Huntresses-in-training crammed on to them on both sides with the entire six rows the same. There were even quiet a few sitting on the stairs with clipboards in hand or even standing. At the back of the class stood Ironwood, Glynda, and Ozpin as they observed Logan as he taught. Off to Ironwood's right was a ȧssistant recording the entire lesson while writing everything said and by who.

As Logan taught his lesson, one thing became apparent. Not a single one of those attending were gonna miss a word. And each one was gonna be doing their best to understand and comprehend his teachings.

Ironwood: "I've never seen a classroom like this." Ironwood commented silently to Ozpin and Glynda. "I can understand them being attentive, but I've never seen any class like this."

Ozpin: "Well, Logan is no ordinary teacher." Ozpin spoke quietly. "However, this is normal for his classes after the first two. After them, he got his stride."

Glynda: "Yes, after the first two classes Mr Scarlett found his pacing that lead to what you see now." Glynda remarked quietly. "Even some of the other professors, myself included, have talked to him about his tricks to keep the class's attention. He even went as far as to become a teaching ȧssistant for my classes. And I can say for certain that thanks to him, everyone is growing remarkably faster then before. Though I can't fault him because he can be a little rough when the need arises. Everyone's better because of him."

Ironwood: "He's a golden child Atlas needs..." Ironwood said unconsciously but soon realized what he said and sighed. "But, I doubt he'll help us at all any more then allowing some personnel to come and study under him."

Glynda: "It's not that he hates Atlas or anything." Glynda commented.

Ozpin: "Yes, I've talked to him about that as well." Ozpin remarked. "He just believes that there are horrible people in too powerful of places. He can even see the good you try to do, but he can see that your more worried about Atlas's image rather then the crime that happens in it." He explained. "Logan and I have the same hope that you will relax and open up more. That way, those you know you can trust, can help you when you need it the most." Ozpin said then smirked. "But to quote his words: 'Ironwood's a paranoid idiot given a position that others can use to their advantage. The only way he can grow up, is by growing a spine and a good slap.' "

Ironwood remained quiet for some time. His mind mulling over numerous things that he knew were wrong with Atlas as a whole. After a bit, he sighed deeply, understanding what he needs to do and as fast as he possibly can. Ironwood just nodded his head which Ozpin and Glynda caught but remained quiet about. The three then stayed silent as Logan continued to teach.

Logan: "Now that we've gone over fighting forms to an extreme extent, now lets continue with the next part of this week's lesson." Logan announced as he finally got tired of talking about fighting styles and forms. "First, let's rewind the battle to before it began. What do you see?" Logan asked as he started the second part of the lesson while replaying a few seconds of the match before the fighting started.

Random Student: "Your posture is lax and you don't seem to be worried?" A student shouted out.

Logan: "Your partially right. Next." Logan answered then called for the next person.

Jaune: "Specialist Schnee seemed to be tense. Could she be trying to hold herself back from attacking before the start?" Jaune asked to the surprise of those around him and himself.

Logan: "Good eye, Jaune!" Logan said with a smile and praised Jaune. "So far we got me being relaxed and Specialist Schnee being high strung. Anything else?" Logan responded and asked again.

Blake: "Your choice of weaponry is different. Specialist Schnee used a saber, while you used a rapier. Both weapons require completely different types of fighting styles to be utilized properly." Blake called out after raising her hand. "From there, your styles of combat would depend on how well you were taught and how."

Logan: "Very good, Blake!" Logan said with a smile. "Okay, as you can see, I'm as relaxed as I can be and Specialist Schnee is strung out from holding herself back. Our weapons, and therefore our styles, are different. But notice one very important thing, I didn't even look at her until after the rules were stated. My question for all of you is simple: Why?" Logan explain what they had so far before pointing out something they overlooked.

Pyrrha: "Your blocking out any unnecessary information." Pyrrha answered Logan. "Usually this wouldn't be a good idea during a real fight. But as this was a duel, you took advantage of this and focused on any little movement Specialist Schnee may haven't realized she made. This gave you an advantage by understanding her habits before she could understand yours. After all, all it takes is a single second for an opponent to see through you."

Logan: "Correct!" Logan shouted. "Jaune, your her team leader, give her a cookie when class is over. she earned it." Logan said with a smirk which caused a few giggles and smirks to appear in the classrooms. Pyrrha and Jaune, however, were blushing like mad as the entire school knew about the couple. All it took was Pyrrha kissing Jaune in the cafeteria after some one spike the soda fountain with rum.

'Still gotta give it to Jaune.' Logan thought. 'I still can't believe that all it took for him to shape up was a bit of alcohol and a kiss. Still can't get it out of my head when Jaune threw Cardin across the cafeteria, now that was dinner and a show!'

Logan continued to teach after his little joke managed to embarrassed Pyrrha and Jaune. Logan then went over how he managed to control the battle in his favor even when he over extended himself with his one thrust. He went over every step he made and what Winter did in her response. The class was in awe of how Logan could control the flow of the duel with such ease with little to no time from each strike to the next.

Once Logan finished going over 'Battlefield Control', the next subject be breached was 'Aura Control'. As soon as Logan announced the subject, he got mixed responses. Ranging from annoyance to outright hate. Logan could guess why from their reactions.

Logan: "I know that you all believe that this is far below you. But I can ȧssure you, this is one of, if not THE most, important parts of a Hunter's/Huntress's arsenal. " Logan said to his disgruntled class. " With 'Aura Control', one can change the flow of a battle in their favor even when the odds are against you. With even expert control, you can make it seem like you have a speed semblance when you don't, or even a strength one. All it boils downs to is how one utilizes their aura and how well they control it."

Even with Logan's little speech, not many thought that it could be possible. RWBY and JNPR, however, were part of the few teams that understood what Logan's was saying, or rather, implying. Misdirection with the element of surprise waiting behind it. Whoever enemy is would never expect some one who seems to have a strength semblance to be extremely fast, or vice versa. And in a battle, aura can make or break the entire thing.

Logan soon continued on, ignoring the looks of horror at the realization that he was continuing on even though the class hated it. He then went over ideas for techniques that can be used to up aura control like sticking a piece of paper to one's arm or concentrating their aura into one part of their body and holding it as long as they could. After that, Logan went over and showed the class some techniques he made. Namely body strengthening, durability imbuement and strengthening to name a few.

Five hours passed by the time Logan ended his class. It went from 12 o'clock noon to 5 in the afternoon just from such a simple concept that would take years to master for anyone. Logan sighed as he finally managed to leave the lector hall he borrowed. And as he turned to head back to his dorm, his scroll dinged. Logan grumbled as he pulled out his scroll, but his attitude changed when he saw that it was an urgent message from Ozpin.

Turning on his heel, Logan sped walked to Ozpin's tower. The few students that were wondering the halls or were coming back from the library saw Logan moving fast and stepped out of the way. They all could say that something made Logan pissed and his face showed it well and true.

-With RWBY-

Ruby: "So, what's your guy's thoughts on Logan's lesson today?" Ruby asked as she collapsed onto her bunk bed with Weiss underneath her. "I thought his little hints were great teasers!"

Weiss: "I have to agree with you." Weiss said as she removed her shoes. "Logan has a way with making people understand his lessons normally, but this one took the... 'cake' as it were. I just wished he went a little easier on my sister."

Yang: "Your just mad that he kick her but!" Yang teased as she flopped down on her bed. "But yea, I can see were the two of you are coming from. I'm just surprised not that many were excited about some of the tricks he showed us! I mean, he even gave us some hints about that 'Flash step' of his."

Blake: "Yea, that move is quiet amazing in it's own right." Blake hummed as she made herself comfortable on her bed. "But, some of the things we went over today were scarily advanced. 'How to control the flow of battle' and 'How to read an opponent's mind' aren't things one should be able to learn in such a short time."

Yang: "Logan's always been like that." Yang said dismissively as she kicked her shoes off. "He's mind must be wired differently. That's all."

Blake: "Well, I can see that." Blake said as she thought back to Menagerie. "Even back on Menagerie, Logan always seemed older then he was. Maybe it's like you said."

Weiss: "Well, I for one, appreciate Logan for his scheduling for his lessons." Weiss spoke as she pulled a large binder from a bag next to her bed. "While I'm glad he's somewhat a student like us, he takes into account of what homework we have to do and plans accordingly to that."

Ruby: "Yea!" Ruby cheered. "I actually have time to work on the homework and not have to worry about anything he ȧssigned to us! It's already hard enough as is."

Blake: "But you have to admit, it took a few classes for him to find his stride." Blake pointed out. "I mean, his first class didn't go over that well as a lot dismissed parkour and free-running."

Yang: "Oh, yea!" Yang agreed and then snickered. "Marksmanship was a disaster! I mean, how many thought he was joking when he said three shots only? Their faces were a great laugh when they found out he wasn't."

Weiss: "Well, three rounds were quiet a surprise though." Weiss said with a smirk. "I still can't believe that camouflage class myself. While I can understand the idea behind it, I can't see myself using it as far as he went."

Ruby: "I'm pretty sure some of the guys peed themselves when he popped up!" Ruby laughed as she said that which cause the girls to giggle at the fond memory.

Yet unknown to them, Logan had just slapped a general. With great gusto while a witch recorded it on a crystal.

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