It’s also through this monologue the writers address the weaknesses of Cinder’s character. Even though he is at her mercy, his pride refuses to let her have the upper hand. Their argument escalates to the point where Cinder has Watts hanging off a building, which leads to a fantastic character moment from Watts. The dimwit comment almost feels like ‘Ultimatum’ is breaking the fourth wall slightly, as if the writers are poking fun at those who expected Penny to turn immediately when Watts activated his virus.
As much as I hate to admit it, there seems to be some part of her capable of resisting.’ She’s on a set path now, or at least she should be. ‘I said I have Penny under control, not that I could telekinetically force her to do whatever I want…I implanted a virus in her, you dimwit.
During this argument, the writers address why Watt’s plan of taking over Penny’s system didn’t work properly. Meanwhile, in Atlas, Cinder and Watts figure out what to do as they watch the aftermath of Monstra’s destruction, the former of the two still interested in getting the Winter Maiden’s power, and the latter urging them to do a different plan. Take note of the fact that the bomb hasn’t been used, because it will come back later. In the confusion, Neo skips away with the Relic of Knowledge in tow and the Ace Ops struggle to comprehend what has happened before they are called back to base by Ironwood. The visual effects as well as the soft musical piece that places in the background are beautiful. It’s later revealed that this was Oscar using his power at the conclusion of the previous episode, striking before the Atlas forces had a chance to use their bomb. In a huge flash of light, Monstra is blown up by what looks like a lightning bolt, which simultaneously wipes out the Grimm (it also explains the photosensitivity warning at the start of the episode). Ironwood orders them to bring Qrow back to custody and calls for an update on the battle when again, the visuals come into play.
Also, the fear in the soldiers’ face as they give him the news is a nice little touch. The camera changes to two of his soldiers telling him that his prisoners, with the exception of Jacques Schnee, have escaped. ‘Ultimatum’ opens up with Ironwood looking out into the distance as Atlesian airships join aerial combat, emphasising his solitude. One of the stronger points of this episode is the visuals. However, ‘Ultimatum’ introduces developments to the plot which change how the season seemed to be going very quickly, and it’s debatable whether this will turn out good or bad for the volume. Volume 8 so far has been in a perpetual state of build up, focusing on the rising threat of Salem and the action that has been a consistent strength for RWBY.
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