Go beyond the story in this RWBY supplementary series, delving into the various forces that shape... the World of Remnant

The narrator describes the uses of Aura, which is a manifestation of one's own soul. Every living being has one (except for the Grimm), but Huntsmen and Huntresses have stronger mastery over their Aura. Aura serves as a protective shield that can allow one to survive what would be a fatal blow. However, Aura drains the more it is used in battle. Additionally, Huntsmen and Huntresses have the ability to use a Semblance, a unique ability that varies between each one. With enough mastery over one's Aura, they can become more than just human...

Note: This episode was a DVD/Blu-ray exclusive.

Hundreds of Grimm pour into the city and team RWBY alone cannot stop them. Cinder's carefully laid schemes are in danger of coming apart, so she thinks of a way to salvage the situation.

Team RWBY fights against the clock to stop a train from reaching its destination.

Go beyond the story in this RWBY supplementary series, delving into the various forces that shape... the World of Remnant

The narrator states Grimm have been threatening humanity for as long as humanity has known with no knowledge of their origin. Grimm are noted to only target humans, with other animals only fighting them for territory, and to not require sustenance. Negative emotions are known to attract Grimm, making defense difficult as panic attracts more of the creatures. It is stated that research of the Grimm is difficult because it is hard to keep them in captivity and when they die their bodies slowly disintegrate. Finally, the Grimm are found to be capable of learning and becoming more effective killers with age.

Weiss, Blake and Yang contemplate why they want to become Huntresses, while Ruby makes a startling discover deep underground.

Accompanied by the eccentric Huntsman Dr. Oobleck, team RWBY battles the Grimm in an abandoned part of the city, all while secretly searching for Torchwick's hideout.

The first year students receive their first real missions as Huntsmen and Huntresses as Ozpin and his allies seek a way to counter their mysterious for.

Go beyond the story in this RWBY supplementary series, delving into the various forces that shape... the World of Remnant

Civilizations are said to have risen and fallen throughout Remnant's history with four remaining: Atlas, Mistral, Vacuo, and Vale. The narrator describes the governing structures of these kingdoms, notes the existence of scattered communities outside the kingdoms, and details the nature of their military forces, including the huntsmen academies. At the end the narrator states the kingdoms serve as a haven from the darkness, so long as they remain united.

Jaune starts to realize how Pyrrha feels about him, and makes a bold move. Ruby notices something amiss outside the dance, and ends up fighting for her life.

Blake is running herself ragged trying to figure out Torchwick's next move, and Yang tries to get her to relax a bit and enjoy the upcoming dance. Pyrrha and Jaune both deal with unrequited love.

Pyrrha Nikos is one of the most promising new Huntresses at Beacon, called "the Invincible Girl" for good reason. But when it comes to matters of the heart Pyrrha's much more vulnerable than she let's on.

Go beyond the story in this RWBY supplementary series, delving into the various forces that shape... the World of Remnant

Noted as an energy propellant that interacts with a person's Aura, the narrator describes Dust as coming in four basic types that can also be combined to achieve other effects. Various ways Dust can be used by the population of Remnant are mentioned, particularly its technological applications. The narrator states the origins of Dust are unknown despite its widespread use and alludes to there being unforeseen consequences of using it.

Blake and Sun find Torchwick supplying advanced armaments to a group of radicals, but the two are discovered. All of RWBY must unite to defeat their enemy's newest weapon.

RWBY is joined by Sun and Neptune in their hunt for Torchwick. While scouring the town for clues Ruby bumps into her friend Penny, who's been behaving even more strangely than usual.

Blake, restless ever since her encounter with Torchwick, convinces the rest of team RWBY to help her hunt down the criminal. Cinder initiates the next phase of her plan.

A new semester at Beacon begins in a messy way as teams RWBY and JNPR go at it in a knockdown, drag-out food fight. Meanwhile, sinister forces gather, ready to strike at an unsuspecting kingdom.