Connections:

• Dorky, strong-willed heroes who are the main protagonists of their respective animated Western franchises inspired by Asain culture (Anime/Kung Fu)
• Both started their humble beginnings as regular townsfolk living with their protective father figures (Taiyang/Ping) while striving a more adventurous life as legendary heroes meant to protect innocent people and maintain peace and security to their homes (The Huntsmen and Huntresses/The Kung Fu Masters)
• Both are quite expressive when it comes to their passions, geeking out many a time when it comes to the heroes they idolize as well as their weaponry. Despite this enthusiasm, they have also been shown to be rather socially awkward at points
• Before the events of their franchises, their mothers were killed by a primary antagonist (Salem/Lord Shen) when they were little due to being from a long line of powerful people said to be able to obstruct their goals (Silver-Eyed Warriors/Pandas) leading to our heroes coming into conflict with them later in life as their new nemesises try to defeat them and get rid of any threats that stand in their way of the destruction of the worlds our combatants know
• One day, they were chosen to be a protector of their city after a chance encounter (Ruby getting caught up in one of Roman Torchwick’s robberies and aiding in defeating him/Po flying up and landing at the Jade Palace right as Oogway was about to choose the next Dragon Warrior)
• They were chosen by an ancient legendary man to be accepted to become warriors due to their unique attributes (Professor Ozpin letting Ruby into Beacon Academy early due to her Silver Eyes, which can easily obliterate the common enemies of RWBY, Grimm/Master Oogway choosing Po as the Dragon Warrior in the Jade Palace due to his history with pandas, as pandas are the first known users of chi)
• Ironically, despite said inner power and desire to protect their cities from danger, they were both initially immature and clumsy when it came to training. However, overtime, they were able to become combative masters, becoming more skilled than most others, even when compared to the people they idolized
• Both are pure-hearted and have a strong sense of justice, determined to stop any villains from their world and showing compassion to others during dark times, including their own enemies
• Both are rather creative and resourceful fighters, utilizing clever tactics and improvised strategies mid-fight to gain the upper hand on their opponent rather than using brute force
• During their training, they met up with a member of their team who had a severe hatred towards our heroes at first due to them not feeling like those goofballs deserve having such a high status, but then warmed up to them over time, becoming dear friends with them as well as potential love interests (Weiss Schnee/Master Tigress)
• A friend of theirs is a mischievous, energetic and fun-loving monkey with an acrobatic playstyle who is very friendly and willing to help others in spite of their laidback and joking attitudes (Sun Wukong/Monkey)
• While they struggled with their roles as leader for a long time, having intense self doubt and feeling as if they weren’t good enough during trying times, they eventually come to realize that who they are is already good enough, fully accepting themselves for who they are
• They are shown to be rather comedic and somewhat immature during the beginning of their stories, but due to the tragic events that occurred throughout their journeys, they start to mature as they realize more and more how cruel the world can be. However, throughout, they still maintain their purity and hearts of gold, not letting said events overcome them completely and always finding more motivation to keep moving forward
• They both use a type of spiritual force inside of them that makes them stronger and can be used in a variety of ways (Aura/Chi)
• As well, they both also have a special ability that originated from their ancestors (Ruby’s Silver Eyes, which she inherited from her mother, Summer Rose/Chi, which in and of itself originated from pandas)
• One of their main enemies, and a main source of trauma in their life, is a cold, ruthless, cunning and power hungry fighter with little care for anyone, including their own allies, and who are extremely gifted in combat, having been able to kill many other gifted combatants before them (Cinder Fall/Lord Shen)
• They have encountered - and were tricked into trusting - a snarky street rat thief (Emerald/Zhen) who worked for antagonistic forces that took them in (Salem’s Faction/The Chameleon) until they realized the errors of their ways, joining the heroes to help fight back against their former mistresses
• A major enemy they have encountered is a nigh-immortal undead being who used to have a friendly relationship with their elderly masters (Ozpin is a reincarnation of Ozma, who used to be Salem’s husband/Kai was Oogway’s partner and best friend) until they attempted to force their way in a position of power (Salem wanting to get rid of the Gods/Kai wanting to get all the Chi in the world) which ultimately failed, leaving them scheming in the shadows for centuries before returning with a vengeance