RWBY
In the realm of Remnant, conflicts with monstrous threats shape a world of peril and wonder. The land is wild and unforgiving, and danger hides in ruined cities and shadowed forests. Beacon Academy stands as humanity's frontline, turning students into Huntsmen and Huntresses who defend people... Read more
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About RWBY
In the realm of Remnant, conflicts with monstrous threats shape a world of peril and wonder. The land is wild and unforgiving, and danger hides in ruined cities and shadowed forests. Beacon Academy stands as humanity's frontline, turning students into Huntsmen and Huntresses who defend people from looming evils. Four new recruits arrive with very different backgrounds and hopes: Ruby Rose, Weiss Schnee, Blake Belladonna, and Yang Xiao Long, ready to train, prove themselves, and face the challenges of a brutal first year. The show blends drama with humor to balance peril and friendship.
RWBY was created by Monty Oum and produced by Rooster Teeth, premiering in 2013 as an original animated series. It blends Western storytelling with anime influenced visuals and fast paced action choreography. Its animation drew inspiration from modern 3D techniques, allowing fast, fluid fight scenes.
RWBY has earned recognition within the animation community, with nominations at various industry awards over the years. Critics have noted its bold visual style and ambitious production for a web based series, and the franchise has continued to expand across multiple volumes and industry audiences worldwide.
RWBY sparked a vibrant online culture, with fan art, music videos, and cosplay circulating at conventions around the world and online platforms. The show's distinctive sniper scythes and the tight bond among Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang helped define its look and become a touchstone in web animation.
Critics and fans alike highlight RWBY's focus on teamwork, identity, and courage as its core themes, blending light hearted humor with stakes that rise across volumes. While some early pacing drew critique, the series persisted as an ambitious experiment in animation and storytelling for new generations of viewers, and continues to grow across ages and platforms.
Details
- Release Date
- July 18, 2013
- User Ratings
- 197 votes
- Type
- TV Series
- Seasons
- 9
- Episodes
- 116
- Genres
- Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
Official Trailer
Cast
Lindsay Jones
Ruby Rose (voice)
Kara Eberle
Weiss Schnee (voice)
Arryn Zech
Blake Belladonna (voice)
Barbara Dunkelman
Yang Xiao Long (voice)
Created by: Monty Oum
Seasons (9 seasons, 116 episodes)
Volume 1
16 episodes - 2013
Volume 2
12 episodes - 2014
Volume 3
12 episodes - 2015
Volume 4
12 episodes - 2016
Volume 5
14 episodes - 2017
Volume 6
13 episodes - 2018
Volume 7
13 episodes - 2019
Volume 8
14 episodes - 2020
Volume 9
10 episodes - 2023