Board Thread:Speculation House/@comment-27915237-20160304181406

We couldn't possibly close the theory that Ruby is the Winter Maiden. But I doubt that she is.

Succession of Maidens: It quotes ''"The powers of the Maidens pass from host to host upon the death of the current holder in a process that has been continuing for thousands of years. The exact way in which the power chooses its next host is not fully understood. Under normal circumstances, the next Maiden, who is always a young woman, is the last person that the previous Maiden holds in her thoughts before she passes away. However, if the person in the dying Maiden's thoughts is male, too old, or not eligible to receive the power, the next host is chosen seemingly at random. This system apparently ensures that no one person can hold the power forever." See Succession of Maiden's Powers here''

Ruby already possessed the "Silver Eyes", a trait where persons possessed it were the best of the best. As Qrow Branwen said, ''"Remnant's full of legends and stories. Some of them true, some made up. But there's one Oz told me from a very long time ago. Back before Huntsmen, before Kingdoms, it was said that those born with silver eyes were destined to lead the life of a warrior. You see, the Creatures of Grimm, the most fearsome monsters mankind had ever encountered, were afraid of those silver-eyed warriors. They were the best of the best. It was said that even a single look from one of these fighters could strike a Grimm down. It's a ridiculous story." Qrow to Ruby Qrow already knew about this trait since he told Ruby that "You're special Ruby, just like your Mom."''

We still need to wait for future episodes this RWBY has to show. I can't wait to see Volume 4!


 * 1) majestic_as_FCK ~ Don Ace 