Summer Rose in Relic of the Future

Summer Rose depicted by Jack Wayne. Published: 2018 April 27

In *Relic of the Future*, **Summer Rose** is the biological mother of Ruby Rose and the adoptive mother of Yang Xiao Long. In the original timeline, she was killed by Hazel Rainart and Tyrian Callows in 10 BB working as an anti-Silver-Eyed Warrior death squad for Salem. However, due to meddling by Jaune Arc, she survived the encounter and lived on in the alternate timeline.

## Relic of the Future from Summer's Perspective

### Prelude

Summer was born around 38 BB in an unknown location. At some point, she had ambitions of attending Beacon Academy. She joined around 21 BB with a mecha-shift sword and was made the leader of a team with Taiyang Xiao Long, Raven Branwen, and Qrow Branwen, known as Team STRQ. Summer later recalled her years at Beacon as a "wonderful experience", and that she learned many things from Headmaster Ozpin including co-operation and humility. During his time getting to know Summer, Ozpin and Qrow state that she would babble incoherently when under stress. During the 35th Vytal Festival, Raven recalled that Summer was a "cry baby", signifying some event happened to cause Summer to cry in front of Raven at least once. Raven also mentions that Summer was a "hopeless romantic", likely vying Taiyang's attention. After four years of attending Beacon, she graduated alongside her team in 17 BB, though she still worked with Ozpin for huntress missions. Summer reflected that she dedicated more time working as a huntress instead of being with her family. In 16 BB, Raven made an unexpected depature from her marriage with Taiyang and parenting of Yang, which allowed Summer to intercept and marry Taiyang for herself. In 15 BB, Summer and Taiyang conceived a child, Ruby Rose, as Summer solidified her role as "Team Mom" in the family. During a conversation with Summer at the 35th Vytal Festival, Jaune identifies her as the source of Ruby's future social problems, though the genetic versus nurture aspect is unknown.

### Doomed Mission to Vacuo

During her mission, Summer was brutally beaten by Hazel, Tyrian, and many Grimm. She barely survived their encounter and made her way to a desert ruin. She was later discovered by the Asol of the Del'Ashari tribe, who took her in for treatment by his wife, Inessa. Unfortunately, due to the limitations of medical technology in the Vacuo desert, she would perish. During the 35th Vytal Festival, Raven alleges that she did not realize Summer almost died. The subsequent impact of her death would induce terrible depression into Taiyang and Qrow, the former unable to effectively parent and the latter becoming addicted to alcohol.

#### Healing and Recovery

In an alternate timeline, Jaune Arc made his way to the Del'Ashari tribe and used his healing hands to prevent Summer from perishing, though he did not recognize her due to her injuries. Using his Aura Amplification semblance, he restored Summer's Aura to the point she could heal herself, and she regained consciousness for a brief moment before falling asleep at Jaune's request. She remained in the care of the Del'Ashari tribe until they traveled close enough to Shade Academy, where she was transferred for better medical care.

While Summer was still unconscious, Shade contacted Headmaster Ozpin from Beacon Academy to inform him she was safe, much to his relief. She later awoke, initially confused, but relieved she was not dead. She recalled Jaune having blue eyes and telling her to rest, but did not know who he was. Summer started crying tears of relief, as there was a substantial risk she would have never seen Ruby and Yang again. The head nurse informed Summer she would need to rest, but would have an opportunity to talk with her friends and family soon.

### Return to Vale

About three weeks later, Summer was allowed to leave Vacuo via Bullhead, though she still needed to fully recover before going on another mission. The experience influenced Summer's decision to take a break from missions in favor of spending more time with her family. She also took the opportunity to discuss her savior with Ozpin, mentioning he had yellow hair, blue eyes, white robes, and a healing semblance. Ozpin promised that he would search for him, but that it would be difficult since the phenotypes are shared by many people on Remnant. Summer also asked whether Qrow was in the area, to which Ozpin replied he was on a "special mission" only he could achieve.

#### Family Reunification

Later on, Summer was walking in Patch to reunite with her family when Raven unexpectely made a portal for Jaune linked to her. Jaune nearly walked into, and she almost immediately recognized him, but did not have an opportunity to chase him down since she was distracted by 5-year-old Ruby, 7-year-old Yang, and Taiyang making their presence known. Summer was emotional at the reunification, much to Yang's concern, but Summer reassured her that people could cry when they were happy. Summer and Taiyang made an implicit agreement to not inform Ruby and Yang of the full truth until they were older. Summer informed Taiyang that she would take a break from the missions to spend more time with the family instead of dangerous missions on other Kingdoms, to his relief. The quartet made their way back to their house to discuss further plans of how to effectively use Summer's extra time.

Summer remained with the family for about two years, and notes at the 35th Vytal Festival that throughout the years, she had ideas to thank Jaune by integrating him into her family's life. She also sent Ozpin monthly messages asking whether he managed to find Jaune. Ozpin decided the best way to distract everyone was to invite the Xiao Long-Rose family to the 35th Vytal Festival in Atlas. Ozpin called Summer to invite her family, and while Summer was disappointed to hear Ozpin did not find Jaune, she was excited at the prospects of bringing her family to see the Festival in person.

### Visiting Atlas

At some point, the Xiao Long-Rose family and Qrow made their way to Atlas. They were greeted by 15-year-old Atlesian Specialist Winter Schnee, who invited the group to follow her for accomodations. Summer introduced the quintet and rebuked Qrow as he remarked on Atlesian militarism and indoctrination with Winter as a case study. Summer then asked about another girl, Emerald Sustrai, who Winter elaborated was the adopted dauther of Jaune she was tasked to watch while he took Ozpin and the councillors to meet then-Captain James Ironwood. Summer talked with Emerald after the latter walked over, asking if she was with her father, a concept Emerald found confusing. Emerald did not shy away from Summer as they talked, until Ruby yawned, prompting Summer and Taiyang to search for their rooms. Before leaving, Summer ruffled Emerald's hair, much to the latter's shock.

#### Finding Jaune

Eventually, Ruby ran off with Summer in pursuit, the latter warning the former that they would collide with Jaune. Summer ran up and rebuked Ruby while Jaune was in catatonic shock at the realization Ruby was young and that Summer was not dead. Summer expressed tearful awe at the realization she found her savior at the Festival. Summer's reaction was concerning to those surrounding her, but it made more sense when she recounted how Jaune saved her life two years earlier. Summer also took this chance to clarify to Ruby and Yang, then 7 and 9, that her ill-fated mission to Vacuo would have resulted in her death if Jaune had not interverned. Summer wanted to introduce Jaune to the rest of her friends and family, but soon became sad when Jaune mentioned he was busy with Festival security and would not have time. Summer then pleaded that he meet with them after the Festival, and while Jaune was hesitant, he was ultimately swayed by Ruby's influence.

Later, Summer reflected on her experience, as Taiyang was concerned about her mental well-being. While the two engaged in intimate activities, they did not proceed further since Ruby and Yang were behind thin walls. As Summer drifted to sleep, she reflects that Taiyang was the "rock" of Team STRQ and their post-Beacon relationship, and though Taiyang insisted she did more work, she notes she could not imagine a Taiyang-less life. As her thoughts drift to Jaune, she realizes that her expectations of his attitude were dissonant with reality, but came to the realization that he had an expression of grief when looking at Ruby. Summer did not know why this was the case, but interpreted this to mean that young Ruby reminded Jaune of someone in his earlier life, this happened to be Ruby in another timeline. Summer's goals that evening were clear, that she wanted to help Jaune out of his depressive rut.

#### Emerald-Yang Debacle

Summer encounted Jaune again the next day and the two engaged in conversation, with Jaune dismissing his earlier reaction as a "mood" and Summer apologizing for trying to introduce him to her family too quickly, with Jaune affirming his promise to meet with Summer's family after the Festival. Summer did not have Ruby, Yang, or Taiyang with her, mentioning that she needed help since Ruby got in a fight with Emerald. The two decided to venture to the classrooms together to confront their children. As the two made their way to the scene, they met Samantha Greening, who directed them to the superiority argument between Emerald and Yang. Despite their best efforts, they could not stop Emerald and Yang from implicitly agreeing on being permanent rivals.

#### Babysitting Emerald

After the encounter, Summer agreed to look after Emerald while Jaune focused on Festival security to make sure she was not bored. Summer watched Ruby interact with Emerald, the former animatedly discussing the most recent battle while the latter tolerated her. Qrow asked who Emerald's father was, to which Summer responded that it was a secret, much to his frustration. The two commented on the kids' interactions, noting that Yang showed displeasure at Ruby interacting with someone else. Summer witnessed Qrow mess with Yang, giving her a noogie and tickling her, noting how Qrow was good with Ruby and Yang and how regrettable it was that he did not marry someone. Taiyang gave Summer a ribbing, asking whether he should be worried about Qrow, before she started making further observations of Emerald's less-than-impressed watching the tournament. Summer interpreted this to mean that Emerald was receiving training from Jaune, and also recognized Emerald's stunted growth as she acted like an adult in some situations while like a child in others.

#### White Fang Strike

Summer witnessed the White Fang attack on the Festival and lost Ruby, Yang, and Emerald in the chaos. Summer and Taiyang decided to split up to find the children, with Summer heading to the lower levels while Taiyang went to the upper levels. While she searched below, she soon realized that up above, Ruby and Yang were in danger while Qrow was being beaten by Tyrian. Summer attempted to close the distance, but would not have been able to make it. Summer saw Jaune break out of the VIP box and kill the Faunus attempting to kill Ruby. Summer also saw Jaune square off against Tyrian and Hazel, deciding to intervene to aid Jaune in a mismatched battle. Summer, Hazel, and Tyrian all realized the same thing, that the latter two tried to kill her, and the former survived. Hazel and Tyrian retreated as they realized Atlesian reinforcements were coming in. Summer's tried ot pursue them, but Jaune explained that they would still cause great damage to surrounding soldiers and civilians, which she regretfully accepted.

#### Jaune Meets the Family

Immediately after Hazel and Tyrian's retreat, Summer invited Jaune to meet her family. Summer soon realized the awkwardness of the situation, as she ordained a family reunion in the aftermath of a terrorist attack. Qrow asked Summer how she knew him, to which she elaborated that he was Emerald's father and the one who saved her in Vacuo, much to Qrow's confusion and Taiyang's appreciation. Jaune could see that Summer wanted them all to be friends and offered to restore the family's Aura. Summer witnessed Jaune heal the Aura of Qrow and Yang, but was despaired when Ruby rejected Jaune out of fear, and did not stop him when he left to be with Winter.