Board Thread:Speculation House/@comment-39854843-20190731084207/@comment-1292715-20190731095727

I think it is an interesting theory. I also support the idea that Summer would try it even if Ozpin discouraged her from attempting. I personally believe that if Ozpin had told Summer the truth about his and Salem's past, it wouldn't have deterred her at all. In fact I wouldn't be surprised if it actually strengthened her resolve to find a way to stop Salem once and for all, believing that no matter how hopeless the odds may seem someone has to try.

I am kinda iffy about Cinder playing a part in Summer's death. On one hand it would make things between her and Ruby more personal. However, if Cinder did know Summer, wouldn't she have noticed the resemblance Ruby has to her? Also if she had encountered a SEW before, wouldn't she have realized that Ruby had silver eyes, and thus would've been more cautious regarding her? Because she clearly did not see her as a real threat, and was seemed to have been caught completely off guard when she reveal her powers.

As for the reason Salem wants Ruby alive, I have put up a forum asking that question myself. And I've personally come to the conclusion that the most likely reason may actually be connected to her conversation with Ozpin about the 'smaller, more honest soul'. I believe Salem recognizes Ruby as Oz's chosen spark of hope for humanity, and maybe she plans to use her in someway to shatter Ozpin's hopes completely.