RWBY season 3 episode 8 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Yang faces disqualification and skepticism after a controversial incident at the tournament, with only partial support from her friends. Blake's trust wavers due to past traumas, reflecting the team's internal conflicts. Meanwhile, Qrow confirms Yang's mysterious vision of her mother, suggesting deeper family secrets. Pyrrha grapples with a heavy, undisclosed burden, while external forces manipulate the tournament's outcomes, culminating in a foreboding match announcement between Pyrrha and Penny.
Full Episode S03E08 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Yang disqualified from the tournament?
Yang was disqualified due to video evidence and public opinion portraying her as attacking a fellow student, Mercury, despite her claims of innocence.
What is the nature of Blake's hesitation to immediately support Yang?
Blake's hesitation stems from her past, where someone dear to her gradually changed, casting a shadow of doubt on Yang's actions.
How does Jaune try to support Pyrrha?
Jaune tries to support Pyrrha by presenting her with a nutritious concoction intended to boost her well-being, though it's met with mixed reactions.
What revelation does Qrow share with Yang about her mother, Raven?
Qrow confirms Yang's encounter with her mother, Raven, during the fight and reveals that Raven has a complex and dangerous worldview, but also provides a lead on how to find her.
What inner conflict is Pyrrha facing?
Pyrrha is struggling with a sense of destiny as a Huntress and a burdensome choice that stands between her and her perceived destiny.
How does the conversation between Ruby and Velvet hint at external manipulations in the tournament?
The conversation hints at external manipulations by discussing Coco's stress-induced hallucinations during her match, suggesting that what the fighters are seeing may not always be real.
What is the significant pairing announced for the next fight in the tournament?
The significant pairing for the next fight is Pyrrha Nikos from Beacon against Penny Polendina from Atlas, hinting at a potentially devastating clash due to their semblances.