Oscar Pine

**Oscar Pine** is a character in *RWBY*. He first appeared in "The Next Step". It is later revealed that his Aura and soul have combined with that of Ozpin's, and he is the current incarnation of the ancient warrior Ozma.

## Statistics

* **Name**: Oscar Pine
* **Origin**: RWBY
* **Gender**: Male
* **Age**: 14; 15 (Volume 7)
* **Birthday**: October 1st
* **Star Sign**: Libra
* **Classification**: Human
* **Blood Type**: B
* **Height**: ~4'7"-4'9"; ~5'0-5'2" (Volume 7)
* **Weight**: 50 kg (110 lbs)
* **Skin Color**: Tan
* **Eye Color**: Hazel
* **Hair Color**: Black
* **Key Relationships**: Current incarnation of Ozma, successor to Ozpin
* **Alignment**: Good
* **Status**: Active
* **Class**: **S-Class**
* **Powers and Abilities**:
* **Standard Equipment**: The Long Memory
* **Weaknesses**: Continual damage to his Aura will cause it to decay to the point where he can be left open to more significant damage. When switching with Ozpin, Oscar's body slumps over momentarily, which can potentially be exploited. Should Ozpin relinquish control of Oscar's body too soon, Oscar can be potentially put in compromising situations during the switching process and Oscar's subsequent loss of coordination.
* **Notable Attacks/Techniques**: Wild Dance
* **Voice Actor**: Rie Kugimiya

### Power Stats

* **Attack Potency**: At least **City Block level**
* **Speed**: At least **Supersonic+** with **Hypersonic** Combat and Reaction Speed
* **Lifting Strength**: **Class 25**
* **Striking Strength**: At least **Class GJ**
* **Durability**: At least **City Block level**
* **Stamina**: **Enhanced Human**
* **Range**: **Extended Melee Range**
* **Intelligence**: **Gifted** (Although he lacked proper combat training for most of his life, Oscar has proven himself to be a remarkably quick learner, largely due to Ozpin's influence on his body. As a result, Oscar has become skilled enough in hand-to-hand and armed combat to challenge professional Huntsmen with decades of experience like Leonardo Lionheart and overwhelm them with ease. He has shown himself to be a quick thinker, both on and off the battlefield. He thinks critically and is able to understand where others are coming from. We see him conversing with Ironwood on a mature level, showcasing his ability to see the big picture while not losing sight of the "smaller" ones. His emotional intelligence is unrivaled by any other character in the show, though it's not always valued. In Salem's lair, Oscar views his capture not as a hinderance to escape, but as an opportunity to sabotage Salem from within and try to get through to her followers. Thus far he is making significant progress in helping these followers reevaluate their choices. Inheriting much of Ozpin's fighting style, Oscar is able to dexterously wield his cane with either hand as both a bludgeoning weapon in a manner akin to a sword as well as thrusting weapon while making use of his surroundings to gain an advantage. However, Oscar is still inexperienced in actual combat and often relies on Ozpin's advice on the proper course of action when faced with a threat he does not believe he can handle. Ever since Ozpin's return, however, Oscar has taken charge and been the one calling the shots, as Ozpin follows his lead)

## Appearance

Oscar is a boy who is short in stature. His skin is tanned, and he has a faint, perpetual blush and freckles on his cheeks. His hair is an unkempt umber with green undertones, and his eyes are hazel, the main iris being forest green, with accents of burnt orange and yellow around the pupil.

He wears a dirty and scuffed white shirt that laces across the chest. The sleeves are rolled up to his elbows, and there is a pocket on the left tricep. His olive pants are held up by orange suspenders and are tucked into worn, brown boots. The pants are patched over the knee, and a quilted cloth hangs loosely out of his left pocket. His hands are covered by orange gloves, with green straps overlapping across the back of the hand in an X shape, and around the wrist. His neck is wrapped with a torn bandage, though it is noted to not be covering a wound.

## Personality

Oscar seems to be of an empathetic and rational disposition. Starting out a bit more awkward and prone to anxiety, as Oscar has gained confidence and experience, he has grown into a wise and passionate individual with his own sense of morality and personality distinct from Ozpin's. He generally seems to enjoy his life as a farmhand, working on his chores as soon as he wakes up, though he looks a bit weary. He works with a visible smile on his face, implying he enjoys his work. He longingly stares at the sky as he breathes heavily from his chores, implying he wishes for something greater in his life.

When Ozpin makes contact with him, he initially brushes off any of Ozpin's requests, not accepting Ozpin as anything more than a voice in his head. However, in "Kuroyuri", he gives in and begins his journey to Haven Academy. According to Ozpin and later stated by himself, Oscar desires to be someone more than just a farmhand.

Oscar seems uncomfortable in new social situations, as shown when he approaches Qrow Branwen on behalf of Ozpin and first conversing with the members of Team RNJR. His slow pace of speech and tendency to look down while talking suggest awkwardness when engaging with strangers. Oscar also sounded nervous when Ozpin mentions he must strengthen his body and Aura.

Though he trains diligently under Ozpin's tutelage from within him, Oscar is incredibly frightened at the prospect of the world going to war again. After conversing with Ruby Rose and then Ozpin, Oscar appears to have taken a great step in conquering his fears of war, as Ruby disclosed to him the reason why she fights, transferring a piece of her unquantifiable spark to Oscar. This shows his progress in becoming the warrior that he is meant to be, taking one step at a time.

When the group questions Ozpin's secrecy, Oscar takes initiative and is able to find the password for the lamp in Oz's memory, and fight for control of his body to share it with the others. Back in Haven, Oscar was unable to force control when Ozpin took over against his wishes, but now seems to be capable of taking control even when Ozpin is at his most desperate.

Despite his training molding him into the disciplined warrior that he will become, Oscar is not without a sense of empathy and compassion even towards his enemies. In his battle with Hazel Rainart, he attempts to empathize with the emotionally wounded man despite Ozpin's advisement that Hazel had been too broken for too long to listen to reason. This shows evidence of Oscar's own take on Ruby's inner spark and philosophy of kindness, extending a healing hand even to a sworn enemy. Now, in Volume 8, Oscar is being brutally tortured by Hazel, and decides to reach out to him once more, believing there is still good inside him. This time, Ozpin follows Oscar's lead, no longer viewing Hazel as "wounded in a way that cannot be healed." Oscar decides to entrust Hazel with the lamp's password, telling him he does so in the hopes he'll find the truth for himself and do the right thing.

Oscar has also been shown to affect Ozpin's worldviews, inspiring him to return via his speeches to Ironwood about fear and trust. Ozpin is trusting more, being more open, and following Oscar's example of believing no one is beyond help. Oscar is growing into his role as the next protector of Remnant, taking up Ozma's burden in his own way.

## Main Skills and Equipment

**Ozpin's Soul**: Oscar's soul has been irreversibly paired with Ozpin's, granting him access to Ozpin's memories, experiences, and muscle memory. As a result, Oscar was able to rapidly improve his combat technique over a relatively short period of time, being able to take on professional Huntsmen after only a few months of training. In addition, Ozpin is able to advise Oscar in the heat of battle, providing the boy with information from Ozpin's past as well as suggestions and observations the professor has made. Ozpin can also take control of Oscar's body, willingly or not, to take on foes above Oscar's skill level, with Oscar's body gaining Ozpin's former dexterity and motor skills while Ozpin is in control.

**Ozpin's Cane**: A collapsible walking stick that serves as Oscar's primary weapon. It is wielded as both a bludgeoning weapon and in a manner akin to a fencing foil. It also possesses some magical powers that have yet to be fully explained.