Maria still being able to fight so well kinda feels like a retcon; could've previously displayed her agility, offered training, or helped against the Grimm.
Interesting cameos with the speech.
Ruby's speech was more horrifying than inspirational.
It is demotivating to mention that they are fighting against someone named Salem who controls the Grimm, who has been around for centuries and "can't be destroyed". Mentioning Maidens and Relics will convince some people that Ruby is pulling a prank, and will potentially introduce factions who will now hunt after them for power. Name-dropping the White Fang as agents serving the Grimm is fuel to the anti-Faunus sentiment. Saying that the leader of the most powerful military in the planet can't be trusted undermines the message of unity; this will also be considered evidence that Atlas was responsible for the Fall of Beacon which will lead people to question why they should help Atlas.
Ruby should've just said:
- They discovered the secret behind the Grimm, and Atlas is under attack by their queen.
- Atlas is still standing, but they need reinforcement.
- The Queen of the Grimm want to make the kingdoms divided, but they need to stand together. If they get through this turmoil they can restore global communication.
