Talk:Summer Rose/@comment-219.75.29.184-20160708074611/@comment-5430952-20160708085904

I wouldn't say all the adults are based on "The Wizard of Oz," more spicifically it'd be members of the Ozluminati, better known as Ozpin's faction. There's nothing to indicate Summer was part of his inner circle, the only known member from amongst Team STRQ is Qrow.

As for Dorothy, that could be the second source of inspiration for Ruby, because of her name (ruby slippers) and silver eyes. And I can see her seeking out Ozpin in time, much like how Dorothy sought out the Wizard in order to return home to Kansas.

And I doubt Taiyang is the Lion, cowardly is not part of his personality by any means. According to an old interview with Monty Oun, said character has yet to appear. Maybe he will in Season 4.

Finally, I think she was named Summer in honor of the Four Maidens, not because she's specifically one per se. Just as many children were named after colors after the Great War, some women were named after the Maidens (ie Summer Rose and Winter Schee).