Vader examined the kyber crystal closely, observing its beautiful purple glow that illuminated the room.

Concentrating with the force, Vader picked up the pieces of the lightsaber and began forming it yet again, this time with a purple crystal instead of a red one.

The lightsaber clicked as the final screws were put in place, opening his eyes, Vader examined the new saber.

Igniting it, Vader waved around the new blade. Making a different sound when moved through the air. Vader only remembered one Jedi who also had a purple lightsaber, Mace Windu, known for his incredible lightsaber combat and force prowess.

After a few quick exercises and a damaged table, Vader placed his lightsaber back on the bedside. Vader observed the brown robes given to him by Ozpin, then he looked at his armor, an idea dawning on him.

After three hours of tinkering and sewing, Vader stood proud of his work. His helmet, now easily removable, could still provide life support but didn't look as out of place when not connected to the rest of the armor. He had merged the rest of the robes with the armor forming his brand new attire. Adjusting the life support system, his breathing would now be silent, instead of the haunting mechanical breathing he would experience. His cape, instead of black, was now white with a patter on it to honor Ashoka.

Vader stood proud over his work and checked the time. It was almost midnight, walking away from his creation Vader slowly lied down and fell asleep.

*Timeskip*

Vader awoke to his scroll buzzing, slowly lifting his eyes he examined the scroll seeing Glynda's picture on it.

Vader: H-Hello?

Glynda: Ah! Vader! Glad to hear you finally awoke. If you would so kindly make your way to the auditorium, Ozpin has entrusted me with the task of preparing you for initiation day. Which is today, so please hurry!

Vader looked at his scroll, seeing the call had been ended from her end. Sighing he sat up and got ready for the day. He took a shower, brushed his teeth, ate some food, and put on his new armor. Examing it with a smile on his face, before opening and walking through the door.

Vader, walked out onto the stage, surprising Glynda with his presence.

Glynda: Ah! Vader! I didn't hear you!

Vader: Yes, as you can see I made a few adjustments to my armor last night.

Glynda was taken aback, she didn't hear the repetitive breathing nor the unsettling mechanical voice emitting from the armor, whatever Vader had done surely had changed his armor for the better.

Glynda: Well then, If you'll please follow me.

Glynda led Vader outside of the school and towards the cliff, facing Emerald forest. Vader examined the forest it was surely big, and he could sense a lot of Grimm inside.

Vader: Did you want me to kill all the Grimm in the forest?

Glynda: No those are for the students.

Vader: Oh I se- What?

Glynda: Allow me to explain. The students will be launched into the forest using those pads you see behind you (points at the pads behind Vader) and be required to have their own landing plan. At the end of the forest, there are chess pieces that students need to acquire, once that has been done they will be grouped into teams based on what pieces they grab. The forest is filled with the creatures of Grimm, and students will need to fight their way towards the relics.

Vader: And if they don't?

Glynda: The unfortunately they will be asked to leave.

Vader: That is certainly is an extreme initiation ceremony.

Glynda: Well it has worked well in the past.

Glynda looked towards Vader's waist, her eyes being drawn at his lightsaber.

Glynda: Your weapon, did you change it at all?

Vader unclipped the weapon from his belt, and powered it on, revealing his new lavender blade.

Glynda: Pardon me for assuming, but wasn't the blade red last time I saw it?

Vader: Yes. You are correct, I purified the crystal last night turning the color from crimson to violet.

Glynda didn't understand what Vader was talking about but still admired the blade due to its beauty.

Glynda: May I hold it?

Vader nodded and pressed a button on its hilt, the blade hummed and dimmed it now being on the training setting. Glynda examined the weapon feeling its power.

Glynda held the lightsaber as if she was wielding her riding crop. Waving it in a circle a large purple glyph appeared, creating a large explosion over the emerald forest.

Vader: Poor bird.

Glynda powered off the lightsaber and handed it back to Vader, who clipped it back to his belt. Glynda's scroll started buzzing, seeing that it was Ozpin.

Ozpin: Glynda, please tell me that explosion was you.

Glynda: Yes sir, I apologize for that. I may have gotten slightly out of control.

Vader: That may have been an understatement.

Vader said the large fireball still very apparent where the explosion had happened.

*Timeskip*

Vader stood on the cliffside alongside Ozpin and Glynda, he had his helmet off and was holding it against his hip.

Ozpin: Vader... did you change your armor last night?

Vader: Yes I did headmaster, thank you for noticing.

Ozpin: yes, well, it certainly looks less threatening. Now Glynda... if you'll so kindly call the students over?

Glynda turned her scroll and pressed a button, the audio broadcasting over the intercoms.

Glynda: all first-year students to beacon cliff please, again all first-year students to beacon cliff.

Ruby and Yang walked out of the building, Ruby was almost completely bouncing with joy as she awaited the initiation trial. Next to her was Jaune the boy she had met when she first arrived.

As the students began gathering on the cliffside, Ruby noticed the three people standing.

Ruby: (whispering) Yang! Is that Mr. Vader?

Yang: (also whispering) Yeah I think it is! Did he change his armor?

Ozpin: Students if you'll please stand on the pads in front of you, thank you. Now for years, you have been trained to become warriors. And today, your abilities will be evaluated in the emerald forest.

Glynda: Now, I'm sure many of you have heard rumors about the assignment of teams.

Ruby looked over to Vader with a worried expression, Vader responded by giving her a smile and a reassuring nod. To which Ruby felt a bit more at ease.

Glynda: Well, allow us to put an end to your confusion. Each of you will be given teammates... Today.

Ruby let out a scared whimper.

Ozpin: These teammates will be with you for the rest of your time at Beacon. So it is in your best interest to be paired with someone with whom you can work well.

Ruby let out another terrified whimper. Vader simply chuckled at this.

Ozpin: That being said, the first person you make eye contact with after landing will be your partner for the next 4 years.

Vader looked at Ruby, who was practically pale at the face after hearing this.

Ruby: What?!

Ozpin: After you partnered up, make your way to the northern end of the forest. You will meet opposition along the way. Do not hesitate to destroy everything in your path... or you will die.

Jaune let out a nervous laugh, accompanied by a loud gulp.

Ozpin: You will be ministered and graded for the duration of your initiation. But our instructors will not intervene. You will find an abandoned temple at the end of the path containing several relics. Each pair must choose one, and return to the top of the cliff. We will regard that item, as well as your standing, and grade you appropriately. Are there any questions?

Jaune slowly raised his hand.

Jaune: Yeah, um - sir -

Ozpin: Good! Now, take your positions!

Vader watched as each student got into a launching position while observing the boy Jaune.

Jaune: Uh, sir? I've got, um, a question.

The students then began to be catapulted one by one.

Jaune: So, this landing strategy thing, uh, w-what is it? You're, like, dropping us off or something?

Ozpin: No. You will be falling.

Jaune: Oh, I see. So, like, did you hand out parachutes for us?

Ozpin: No. You will be using your own landing strategy.

Jaune: ...Uh-huh... Yeah...

Vader could feel the fear radiating off him, and began growingly concerned about the boys well being. He clearly did not have a landing strategy.

Then, Yang, Ruby, and Jaune all launched off their pads and into the forest, Vader turning around to pinpoint their respective landing positions.

*Timeskip*

Vader stood on a balcony observing the teams being announced by the headmaster, glad that no one died that day.

Ozpin: Jaune Arc, Pyrrha Nikos, Lie Ren, Nora Valkyrie. The four of you retrieved the white rook pieces. From this day forward, you will work together as... Team JNPR.

Nora clung to Ren happily, Vader smiled and applauded the team, reminding himself of Padme.

Ozpin: Lead by... Jaune Arc.

Jaune looked at Ozpin with surprise, Vader raised his eyebrows at this, still surprised that the boy survived the forest.

Jaune: H-Huh? Lead by?

Ozpin: Congratulations, young man.

Pyrrha then playfully pushed Jaune with enough force to knock him over. Vader laughed at this, sensing some emotion between Pyrrha and Jaune.

Ozpin: And finally, Blake Belladonna, Ruby Rose, Weiss Schnee, and Yang Xiao Long. The four of you retrieved the white knight pieces. From this day forward, you will work together as... Team RWBY. Lead by... Ruby Rose.

Yang quickly rushed to her sister's side ad embraced her in a hug, Ruby looked over to Vader who nodded in approval while applauding.

Ozpin: Things are certainly shaping up to be an interesting year.

The next day Vader sat in his classroom, his helmet taken off and placed on his desk behind him. He floated into the air, feeling at peace with the force, his cape rustling behind him. His lightsaber floated off his belt and began deconstructing itself. Separating into every individual piece, Vader let the pieces orbit around him, his kyber crystal glowing.

Vader heard the door slam open, as students began filing in observing their floating professor. Vader felt their emotions, a lot of them were nervous, with a hint of fear. As he waited for the rest of the students to sit down he felt the familiar presence of team RWBY.

Vader opened his eyes, smiling he reconstructed his lightsaber before clipping it back to his belt. He noticed the students had listened to his instructions and wore what they would usually wear into combat.

Vader: Good afternoon class.

Vader heard a few replies before launching into a speech.

Vader: In this class, I will be teaching how to fight with your weapons. Yes I know many of you know how to use your weapons, otherwise, you wouldn't be here. But to quote Headmaster Ozpin "There is always room for improvement."

Vader began walking back and forth while speaking to the class.

Vader: (unclipping his lightsaber) My teacher always told me, your weapon is an extension of yourself, a way to funnel your power, a way to concentrate it. In this class, I will be teaching you how to perform maintenance on your weapon and teaching you how to fight more effectively. The things you learn here will directly contribute to Ms. Goodwitch's class.

Vader: Now, Mr. Arc, could you step forward, please? Bring your weapons.

Jaune shot up in his chair and began sweating nervously. He looked to his left given a reassuring smile by Pyrrha. Gathering himself, he stepped out of his chair and began walking towards the stage.

Vader: Mr. Arc, care to explain to the class what your choice of weapons is?

Jaune: Well, Professor Skywalker, I-It's a simple sword with my shield.

Jaune said fumbling with his weapons, Vader stood patiently waiting for him to gather his bearings.

Jaune: Um, the shield can collapse as well, so it's easier to move around.

This earned a snicker from the crowd, Vader turned his head to see who it was but saw nothing. Turning back to the class he spoke yet again.

Vader: A sword and shield is a good combination. The shield provides a great defensive technique, while the sword has reach and attack capabilities. While very simple, like Mr. Arc's here (another snicker from the crowd) it is a very good choice for combat.

Vader: Now, Mr. Winchester, please share with the class what is making you continually laugh.

Cardin's face immediately paled as all the faces of the class turned to face him. Regaining his composer he replied to the Professor.

Cardin: Well, Professor, I think it's very simple and not original.

Cardin said smiling at Jaune who looked away in shame.

Vader: Very well, Mr. Winchester please step down towards the stage. Bring your weapon.

Cardin stood slowly and grabbed his mace. Laying it on his shoulder, winking at Pyrrha, who rolled her eyes at him.

Vader: Jaune, go sit down.

Jaune happily made his way back to his seat, Cardin bumping into him making him fall, Vader noticed this and moved his hand slightly, making Cardin trip while walking up the stairs. The class laughed in response.

Vader: Now then, Mr. Winshester, please explain your weapon to the class.

Cardin: Well this baby here is The Executioner, a large black mace.

Vader: That's it? Nothing else?

Cardin: W-Well, no sir.

Vader: Now that seems incredibly simple and unoriginal, wouldn't you agree?

Cardin's face became pale as the class tried to contain their laughter. Cardin responded, desperately trying to save himself.

Cardin: W-Well, I think it could beat your weapon!

The class gasped at this, while Vader only raised his head in question.

Vader: Really? (unclips lightsaber from his belt) Please, enlighten me.

Vader dashed backward, holding his purple lightsaber in a sparring position.

Vader: (presses a button on his lightsaber) I better put it on training mode for you.

The class tried to contain their laughter, only a few snorts escaped. This enraged Cardin.

Vader held his lightsaber out, pointing it at Cardin. While keeping his other hand behind his back.

Vader: When you are ready.

Cardin rushed forward, trying to swing at Vader. Vader raised his lightsaber blocking the attack, with a few quick swipes Cardin was disarmed and the blade was at his neck.

Vader: Now Mr. Winchester, (Extends his hand summoning the weapon towards him) please consider the consequences before challenging someone to a fight.

Cardin grabbed his weapon and made his way back to his seat, grumbling to himself.

Vader: Now, we have enough time for another duel before you are going to Ms. Goodwitch's class. Any volunteers?

Vader looked at the crowd, waiting before a single hand was raised.

Pyrrha: I would like to volunteer, Professor Skywalker.

Vader: Very well, Ms. Nikos please step up to the stage.

Pyrrha made her way down the steps while being cheered on by Nora.

Nora: You got this Pyrrha!

Pyrrha smiled and waved back at Nora, Vader recognized Pyrrha, she had won the Mistral regional tournament four years in a row. Some called her the chosen one, making Vader relate to her in some way.

Pyrrha got into a defensive stance, holding her spear and shield. Vader got into a defensive stance in response, waiting for their opponent to make the first move. Pyrrha turned her weapon into huntsman rifle form and began firing at Vader.

Vader simply moved his saber to deflect each bullet, to the amazement of the crowd. Each bullet was returned to the sender, bouncing off Pyrrhas shield. Going on the offensive, Pyrrha threw her shield at Vader, using the force Vader pushed it to the side.

He raised his blade blocking Pyrrha's spear, She began going on the offensive trying to land a hit on Vader, only for him to easily deflect each one.

Vader then swung with his saber, knocking her spear to the side. Pyrrha cartwheeled to her shield and threw it at Vader. Not expecting this, the shield his Vader's prosthetic wrist, making him grunt in pain.

Pyrrha then realized she didn't have her weapons anymore and used her semblance. Vader observed her, remembering her semblance was polarity. Vader felt a tug on his lightsaber but held firm, but something else flew off Vader and towards Pyrrha.

Vader: Very impressive, Ms. Nikos. But I believe you have something that belongs to me.

Pyrrha looked at her shield quizically and quickly dropped it out of shock. A scream escaping her mouth, the class gasping at the sight before them.

On Pyrrha's shield was Vader's separated Mecho-arm, having been damaged by the shield and pulled towards her with her semblance.

Pyrrha: Oh my gosh! I'm so sorry Professor! I-I - !

Vader: Relax young one, accidents happen.

Vader extended his right arm, lifting the prosthetic limb off the shield, and floated towards him. The students gasped before Nora spoke up.

Nora: You have a robot arm?!

Vader: Yes, in some way, I do. Now... Class dismissed since I need to focus on re-attaching this.

Vader said holding his severed arm in his hand.

The class eagerly stood and left the Class, Yang speaking to her team.

Yang: I wonder what it would be like to have a prosthetic arm?