Warriors series

Spoiler warning: Plot and/or ending details follow.

Warriors is a series of several books, organized into multiple arcs, featuring the adventures of feral cats living in self-supporting groups called Clans in the forest—ThunderClan, ShadowClan, RiverClan, and WindClan. Later the fifth Clan, SkyClan, is introduced. The Clan cats mark their borders, defend their land from enemy Clans, adhere to the warrior code—a set of rules each Clan cat must follow—and train their young to survive in the forest. The believe the spirits of their dead reside in StarClan, who send prophecies and signs to guide their living descendants. Each series follows one to four point of view characters as they struggle to grow up and survive the dangers that threaten them from all sides.

The series was first released in 2003 and is created by Working Partners and Coolabi^[1] and are published by HarperCollins^[2] under the pen name Erin Hunter. Kate Cary^[3] and Cherith Baldry^[4] are the primary ghost writers, with Victoria Holmes formerly editing the overarching plot, and she,^[5] Tui Sutherland,^[6] and Clarissa Hutton^[7] working on supplementary material. As of January 2019, over 40 million books have been sold^[8] and the series has been translated into 27 languages.^[9]The series is also a New York Times Bestseller, with The Silent Thaw and River notably recent books hitting that list.^[10]^[11]

Main storyline

The Dawn of the Clans arc

This is the fifth arc of Warriors. The series revolves around the time prior to and of the origin of the five Clans, and explains how they came to be. During this arc, several cats journey away from the mountains and into the forest in hopes of a more suitable home. Clear Sky, Gray Wing, and Thunder are the main protagonists. This arc also marked the beginning of the new editorial team^{[blog 1]}, and Vicky has stated on her Facebook page that she is not involved with Dawn of the Clans, aside from book one, The Sun Trail.^[12] This arc also features bonus chapters exclusive to Barnes and Noble Warriors books.

The original *Dawn of the Clans* covers, originally released from 2013 to 2015.

The Sun Trail

"We trust the Teller of the Pointed Stones to know where our future lies. We will follow the path of the rising sun, but we will always carry the mountains, and all of you, in our hearts."

―Shaded Moss ^{The Sun Trail, page 38}

The first book in the Dawn of the Clans series takes readers back to the earliest days of the Clans, when the cats first settled in the forest and began to forge the warrior code. Long before Firestar left his kittypet home to join ThunderClan, a band of cats from the mountains set off on a dangerous journey in search of a new home...^[13]

Thunder Rising

"You will make things right. When the time comes, I know you will..."

―Storm to Thunder ^{Thunder Rising, page 4}

The mountain cats from the Tribe of Rushing Water followed the sun trail to a new territory, convinced that in a land with more prey, their lives would be free from strife. But while no cat has gone hungry, tensions are rising. The once firmly united group has split in two—and a young cat named Thunder is caught in the middle.^[14]

The First Battle

"Who would I have helped? This battle was not mine. Why did you leave the mountains? Did you need something to fight over so badly? Before you came, we hunted and slept and lay in the sun. We fought over prey, but no cat ever killed another. You brought death here."

―River Ripple to Clear Sky ^{The First Battle, page 275}

The rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky has driven a bitter wedge between the forest cats. As Thunder and Gray Wing struggle to find a peaceful path for the future, tensions are growing. What began as a misunderstanding between two brothers has spread far and wide—and now every mountain cat, rogue, and kittypet in the forest will be forced to pick a side.^[15]

The reprinted covers of *Dawn of the Clans*, released in 2016.

The Blazing Star

"Yes, the Blazing Star. To survive, you must grow and spread like the Blazing Star."

―Bright Stream ^{The Blazing Star (book), page 35}

The first battle has ended, and each group has agreed to a truce. But merely keeping the peace may not guarantee their survival. When a deadly disease threatens to strike deep into the heart of both camps, the cats must work together to find the only thing that they can save—the mysterious Blazing Star...^[16]

A Forest Divided

"The past is the past. The future is fresh. You must forget all you have known, no matter how much you loved it, and choose paths that will carry you to a new dawn."

―Bright Stream to Clear Sky ^{A Forest Divided, page 315}

The spirit cats have spoken: to survive, the cats from the mountains must grow and spread like like Blazing Star. Clear Sky believes the only way to grow is to band together again, but few cats are willing to ally with him. While Tall Shadow plans to establish a camp in the pine forest, River Ripple is content by the water, and Wind Runner has made her own home on the moor. The time has now come for all cats to decide where they want to live—and where their allegiances truly lie.^[17]

Path of Stars

"I have traveled so far and loved so much, and yet I am still following the Sun Trail, heading for my new hunting grounds."

―Gray Wing ^{Path of Stars, page 308}

After moons of strife, the forest cats have settled into five camps. But now the dangerous rogue Slash has kidnapped Clear Sky's mate, Star Flower, and made demands for prey that the cats cannot afford to meet. Desperate to save Star Flower, Clear Sky must convince the other groups—led by Tall Shadow, Wind Runner, Thunder, and River Ripple—to join forces, or their new way of life may not survive.^[18]

The Prophecies Begin arc

"It was a message from StarClan. Fire alone can save our Clan."

―Spottedleaf to Bluestar about StarClan's prophecy ^{Into the Wild, page 5}

This was the first Warriors series, and features a kittypet named Rusty joining ThunderClan. Originally, Into the Wild was planned as a single book, where "Rusty would become Firestar by the end, and that would have been all you'd ever have known about the cats of the Clans." However, the publisher was impressed with it and said there was enough for six books.^[19] The first Warriors books were planned out by Victoria Holmes, and sent to Kate Cary or Cherith Baldry to put into writing, then published under the name Erin Hunter. When first released, this series was known as the Original Series until being rebranded as The Prophecies Begin in 2015.

The original *The Prophecies Begin* covers, originally released from 2003 to 2004.

Into the Wild

"Understand that Bluestar does not make this offer lightly. If you wish you train with us, we will take you to our Clan. You must either live with us and respect our ways, or return to your Twolegplace and never come back. You cannot live with a paw in each world."

―Lionheart to Rusty ^{Into the Wild, page 22}

For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their ancestors. But the warrior code has been threatened, and the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger. The sinister ShadowClan grows stronger every day. Noble warriors are dying—and some deaths are more mysterious than others. In the midst of this turmoil appears an ordinary housecat named Rusty...who may turn out to be the bravest warrior of them all.^[20]

Fire and Ice

«Fireheart trembled as a memory burst into his mind of the words that Spottedleaf, the former ThunderClan medicine cat, had said to him before her untimely death. "Fire will save the Clan!" Could it be something to do with the strange cats that showed no fear of fire?»

—Fireheart about WindClan ^{Fire and Ice, page 10}

Deep in the heart of the forest four Clans of warrior cats coexist in uneasy harmony—but uncertain times are upon them, and dangers threaten the precarious balance of the forest. Fireheart is a ThunderClan warrior now, but his troubles are far from over. The cats of rival RiverClan grow restless, while WindClan is weak and faces threats from all sides. Now Fireheart faces not only imminent battle, but betrayal from within his own Clan.^[21]

Forest of Secrets

«There was a deeply buried mystery surrounding these cats, and he was beginning to feel that it might be beyond his power to ever understand it.»

—Fireheart about Bluestar, Stonefur, and Mistyfoot ^{Forest of Secrets, page 88}

Allegiances are shifting among the Clans of warrior cats that roam the forest. With tensions so delicately balanced, friends can become enemies overnight, and some cats are willing to kill to get what they want. Fireheart is determined to find out the truth about the mysterious death of the former ThunderClan deputy Redtail. But as he searches for answers, he uncovers secrets that might be better-left hidden...^[22]

The reprinted covers of *The Prophecies Begin*, released in 2015.

Rising Storm

«It looked as if Bluestar didn't trust any of her warriors except him and maybe Whitestorm. Fireheart realized that Tigerclaw had done more damage than any of the Clan could possibly imagine. The dark warrior had poisoned their leader's judgment and drained away all her confidence in her warriors.»

—Fireheart about Bluestar ^{Rising Storm, page 61}

Fireheart's traitorous enemy Tigerclaw has been vanquished and exiled from ThunderClan—but Fireheart can't shake the feeling that he is lurking in the forest, waiting for a chance to strike. In the heat of a blazing summer, Fireheart struggles to handle sinister omens, an apprentice with a shocking secret, and a devastating Clan leader who is a shell of her former shell. And as the forest gets hotter and hotter, every cat braces for the coming storm...^[23]

A Dangerous Path

"What is the point? StarClan has decreed that death will come. A dark force walks this forest, and even StarClan themselves cannot control it. Or will not. There is nothing we can do."

―Bluestar ^{A Dangerous Path, page 178}

ShadowClan has chosen Tigerclaw as their new leader, and Fireheart fears that this old enemy still harbors dark plans for vengeance on his former Clan. A mysterious threat has invaded the forest, placing every cat's life in peril. And ThunderClan's beloved leader has turned her back on their warrior ancestors. Fireheart can't help but wonder if she's right—has StarClan abandoned them forever?^[24]

The Darkest Hour

«Sooner or later, Fireheart now knew, he would have to come face-to-face with Tigerstar in a final confrontation that only one of them could survive. He prayed to StarClan that when the time came he would have the courage and strength to rid the forest of this bloodthirsty cat.»

—Fireheart's thoughts about Tigerstar ^{The Darkest Hour, page 29}

The time has come for Fireheart—now Firestar, leader of ThunderClan—to face his destiny. Tigerstar's sinister ambitions have through the whole forest to the brink of a terrible and deadly battle. Now prophecies will unfold, and heroes will rise...^[25]

The New Prophecy arc

"Darkness, air, water, and sky will come together and shake the forest to its roots. Nothing will be as it is now, nor as it has been before."

―Bluestar ^{Midnight (book), page 1}

This arc takes place roughly eighteen moons after The Prophecies Begin. While the original main characters still appear, they are pushed into the back to focus on the newer cast, mostly the children of the first series' main characters: Brambleclaw, Squirrelpaw, Leafpaw, Tawnypelt, Feathertail, Stormfur, and Crowpaw. This is also the first instance of of multiple point of views and non-ThunderClan point of view characters through Stormfur and Feathertail. Leafpaw is the first medicine cat point of view character, a trend that continues for the remainder of the main arcs. Originally, only three books were planned, having the arc end when the Clans arrived at the lake territories. However, HarperCollins requested three more books, so the total number was six, like the first arc.^[26]

The original *The New Prophecy* covers, originally released from 2005 to 2006.

Midnight

«There was only one solution. He must leave on the journey with only the word of StarClan to guide him, and not come back until he had discovered answers that would prove to Firestar how loyal he had been all along. Or else he would not come back at all.»

—Brambleclaw ^{Midnight (book), page 134}

The wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moons—but now, strange messages from their warrior ancestors speak of terrifying new prophecies and a mysterious danger. Brambleclaw, a warrior of ThunderClan, may be the cat with the fate of the forest in his paws. Now he will need all the courage and strength of the greatest warriors to save the Clans.^[27]

Moonrise

«The rest of the cats said their own good-byes, and began to follow Brambleclaw out onto the moor. Stormfur brought up the rear. Glancing back, he saw Midnight and Purdy sitting side by side under the outlying trees, watching them go. It was impossible to read their expressions in the gathering dusk. Stormfur waved his tail in a last farewell, and turned his face toward the mountains.»

—Stormfur ^{Moonrise, page 41}

Moons have passed since six cats set out on a journey to save their Clans. Now they are traveling home again, but on their way through the mountains, they meet a tribe of wild cats with a secret...and their own mysterious prophecy to fulfill. In the forest, Firestar and Leafpaw watch ThunderClan's world crumbling around them. Will the questing cats make it back in time to save the Clans, or will they be too late?^[28]

Dawn

«Squirrelpaw was beginning to think it might have been easier to keep traveling, to journey forever through unfamiliar territory, rather than face the responsibility of having to tell the Clans that they would have to leave their homes or else face a terrible death. But there was still the sign of the dying warrior to come—they had to see this through.»

—Squirrelpaw ^{Dawn (book), page 15}

The young cats who set off on a quest many moons ago have returned with a chilling message: the Clans must move to a new home or risk extermination. But the dangers waiting for them beyond their borders are impossible to predict, and the cats have no idea where to go. What they need is a sign from StarClan...^[29]

The reprinted covers of *The New Prophecy*, released in 2015.

Starlight

"Before I go to StarClan, there is something I must do. Firestar, Onewhisker, listen. Mudclaw is a brave warrior, but he is not the right cat to lead WindClan. In these last moons we have learned that the future of our Clans lies in friendship. I want no rivalry between WindClan and ThunderClan after I am gone. We must have no enemies. But this will not happen if Mudclaw rules the Clan."

―Tallstar ^{Starlight, page 117}

Before there is peace, blood will spill blood...The Clans have finally arrived in their new home, and now they must struggle to establish territories, learn hidden dangers, and find a new place to communicate with StarClan. But more than one cat is harboring sinister plans that could lead to violence and darkness, and as the warriors wait for a sign, they begin to realize that the threats they face in the forest may not be as perilous as the threats they face from within.^[30]

Twilight

"We cannot change our destiny. We just have to have the courage to know what it is, and accept it. StarClan is waiting for me. Good-bye, Leafpool."

―Cinderpelt ^{Twilight, page 309}

New territory brings new troubles for the fierce cats of the warrior Clans, and former allies are acting strangely hostile. As divisions between the Clans grow deeper, Firestar's daughters face troubling decisions. The choices they make now could affect ThunderClan for generations to come...and with an unexpected enemy preparing to attack, their courage and strength will be needed more than ever if the Clan is to survive.^[31]

Sunset

«All I want is to lead my Clan. But not like this. His loyalty was not to ThunderClan alone, but to Firestar too—the cat who had mentored him in spite of his father, and in the end had trusted him enough to make him Clan deputy. He had thought that loyalty to the Clan didn't necessarily mean loyalty to the Clan leader. That wasn't true. Firestar was ThunderClan.»

—Brambleclaw ^{Sunset, page 296}

As shadows of the past continue to plague the forest, Brambleclaw is haunted by a dark figure on a dangerous quest for revenge and must struggle to remain true to his Clan. A sinister path is unfolding and the time is coming for certain warriors to make the choices that will determine their destinies...and the destiny of all the Clans.^[32]

The Power of Three arc

"There will be three, kin of your kin, who hold the power of the stars in their paws."

―Skywatcher to Firestar ^{The Sight, page 2}

This arc picks up roughly nine moons after The New Prophecy and once again features a new generation of cats; the grandchildren of Firestar and the children of Brambleclaw and Squirrelflight: Lionkit, Hollykit, and Jaykit as kits in the nursery. It revolves around the mysterious prophecy given to Firestar moons ago. The first Super Edition, Firestar's Quest, was released shortly after The Sight and provides context for the origins of the prophecy.

The original *Power of Three* covers, originally released from 2007 to 2009.

The Sight

"Your gift is not a burden. But you must be brave, because it has more power than the sharpest claw..."

―Spottedleaf to Jaypaw ^{The Sight, page 232}

Hollypaw, Jaypaw, and Lionpaw—grandchildren of the great leader Firestar—possess unusual power and talent. But secrets and uncertainty surround them, and a mysterious prophecy hints at trouble to come. The warrior code is in danger, and these three apprentices will need all of their strength to help the Clans survive.^[33]

Dark River

"Why was Leafpool so fond of secrets? Secrets about his gift, secrets about Mothwing and StarClan. He suspected there were even more secrets buried in his mentor's heart, secrets that she guarded so closely he had never been able to glimpse them. "Knowledge can be be dangerous," Leafpool warned. Frustration clawed at Jaypaw's belly. He lived his life in darkness; he longed for light and clarity, not shadows. He forced away his anger. Leafpool had lived too long with secrets. He couldn't change her mind in a single night. But why did she have to drag him into her complicated world?"

―Jaypaw ^{Dark River, page 52}

Lionpaw, Hollypaw, and Jaypaw, grandchildren of the Clan leader Firestar, are thriving as ThunderClan apprentices. Yet their new responsibilities bring new dangers, and each young cat is about to discover darkness: in the past, in the Clans—and in themselves.^[34]

Outcast

"You will find your answers in the mountains. Though they may not be the ones you most want to hear."

―Rock to Jaypaw ^{Outcast, page 60}

A secret prophecy shapes the lives of Firestar's grandchildren, and Jaypaw believes that the cats of the ancient Tribe of Rushing Water may hold the key. But when he, Hollypaw, and Lionpaw travel to the Tribe's mountain home, they may discover secrets they never expected.^[35]

The reprinted covers of *Power of Three*, released in 2015.

Eclipse

"Something's wrong. There is a darkness coming that not even StarClan can prevent. And when it comes, we will be helpless to protect the Clans. Helpless even to protect ourselves."

―Yellowfang to Spottedleaf ^{Eclipse, page 6}

As Jaypaw, Hollypaw, and Lionpaw struggle with the weight of their destinies, a mysterious warning shakes the Clans' faith in their ancestors. All four Clans are in danger—and the fate of the warrior code now rests in the paws of three apprentices.^[36]

Long Shadows

"He'll destroy the Clans. Somehow, we have to find a way to stop him."

―Hollyleaf about Sol ^{Long Shadows, page 199}

As doubt sweeps through the forest, Jaypaw, Lionblaze, and Hollyleaf are determined to convince the Clans that StarClan is still vitally important to the warrior code. But darkness lurks in the most unexpected places, and one cat is about to reveal a secret that will rock ThunderClan to its core.^[37]

Sunrise

"We'll find out soon enough. Old secrets can't stay buried forever. And if these three cats are not strong enough to deal with the truth, then you, Bluestar, will have destroyed the Clan you love so much..."

―Yellowfang to Bluestar ^{Sunrise (book), page 4}

The secret of Hollyleaf's, Jayfeather's, and Lionblaze's true identities have been revealed, but one shocking question remains unanswered. Now Clanmate will turn upon Clanmate, and one more warrior may be lost forever...^[38]

The Omen of the Stars arc

"After the sharp-eyed jay and the roaring lion, peace will come on a dove's gentle wing."

―Yellowfang ^{The Fourth Apprentice, page 65}

The fourth arc Omen of the Stars is more of a direct continuation from the Power of Three, maintaining the main plot of discovering the truth of the prophecy and keeping Jayfeather and Lionblaze as the main protagonists, but also having some new viewpoints through Dovepaw and Ivypaw. This is also the first arc to feature a point of view from ShadowClan with Flametail. It takes place six moons after the Power of Three ends. These books also feature exclusive Warriors Adventure Game segments in the back of the books.

The original *Omen of the Stars* covers, originally released from 2009 to 2012.

The Fourth Apprentice

"I don't want to listen! I don't care about special powers, unless they can help me be a loyal warrior to ThunderClan. I don't want any part of any prophecy, especially one that's so vague you can't even be sure which cat it refers to!"

―Dovepaw ^{The Fourth Apprentice, page 85}

It has been foretold that Jayfeather, Lionblaze, and one other cat will hold the power of the stars in their paws. Now they must wait for a sign from StarClan to tell them which of their Clanmates will complete the prophecy.^[39]

Fading Echoes

"The Three have come at last. I will sleep a little easier from now on. Just be careful - your powers set you apart from other cats, but you are still members of this Clan. You are still bound by the warrior code, for as long as that stands. [...] ThunderClan is lucky that you have come. Let's not ask for the stars as well. Tell me if anything changes. You will have my full support."

―Firestar to the Three ^{Fading Echoes, page 80}

Dovepaw now knows that she will be the third cat to hold the power of the stars in her paws. But even together, she, Jayfeather, and Lionblaze may not be able to protect the Clans from a mysterious visitor who threatens their future.^[40]

Night Whispers

«Jayfeather shivered against the dread hollowing his belly. Clan cats, cats who lived beside the lake during their waking moments, surrounded him. He could feel their warm hearts beating, quickened by the lies of the dead. There was no hiding now from what was happening: Cats from every Clan were being trained by Dark Forest warriors to rise against their Clanmates, trained to break every part of the code the Clans had long fought to protect.»

—Jayfeather ^{Night Whispers, page 19}

The deadly battle with ShadowClan is over, and both Clans are suffering from the results. Ivypaw falls deeper into Tigerstar's trap, Littlecloud falls deathly ill, and Dovepaw discovers a forbidden friend. When each medicine cat receives an omen that their Clan must stand alone to face the danger, the threat of an upcoming battle is almost here, and friendships may be destroyed in the process.^[41]

The reprinted covers of the *Omen of the Stars*, released in 2015.

Sign of the Moon

"Destiny isn't a path that any cat follows blindly. It is always a matter of choice, and sometimes the heart speaks loudest. Deep down, I always knew what I had to do, and that's why I came back to the Clan. Whatever else happens, I trust you to know the right thing to do as well. Listen to your heart, Lionblaze, because that's where your true destiny lies."

―Leafpool advising Lionblaze ^{Sign of the Moon, page 108}

As the dark forces that have come between the four warrior Clans grow stronger, Jayfeather is summoned to the mountains by a desperate plea—the Tribe of Rushing Water is on the brink of being lost forever.^[42]

The Forgotten Warrior

"This will not be the end of the Clans. As long as I have breath in my body, the Clans will be safe."

―Jayfeather vowing to protect the Clans ^{The Forgotten Warrior, page 204}

A divided StarClan has driven a deep rift between the warrior Clans, and the spirits of the Dark Forest are gaining strength. Now the warrior cats must decide whose word they can trust—before it's too late.^[43]

The Last Hope

"The time has come to fight our greatest enemy. We can fight alone, or we can stand together. We're stronger side by side, as we were for the Great Journey. Uniting against the Dark Forest is our only hope."

―Firestar to the other Clan leaders ^{The Last Hope, page 229}

The battle between the Dark Forest and the warrior Clans has arrived. Jayfeather, Lionblaze, and Dovewing wait desperately for the fourth cat who is prophesied to help them—and who may be their only hope for survival.^[44]

The A Vision of Shadows arc

"Embrace what you find in the shadows, for only they can clear the sky."

―Firestar ^{The Apprentice's Quest, page 18}

This sixth arc of Warriors takes place two years after Omen of the Stars and follows the children of Bramblestar and Squirrelflight, Alderkit and Sparkkit. After given a sign by StarClan, the young son of ThunderClan's leader and deputy sets out to try and right an ancient wrong by bringing SkyClan back to the lake, though troubles soon arise from this well-meaning action. This arc also features Violetkit and Twigkit, the first SkyClan point of view characters in the main series. This arc also continues the Barnes and Noble exclusive chapters, and is the second series created by the new editorial team.^{[blog 1]} The main arc also heavily relies on supplemental material for readers to grasp the full picture, including the Super Editions Hawkwing's Journey and Tigerheart's Shadow, and the novella Tawnypelt's Clan.

The *A Vision of Shadows* covers, released from 2016 to 2018.

The Apprentice's Quest

"I think I speak for all of us when I tell you that we pledge ourselves to do whatever it takes to find SkyClan and complete the quest."

―Molewhisker to Alderpaw ^{The Apprentice's Quest, page 191}

For many moons, ThunderClan, ShadowClan, RiverClan, and WindClan have lived in peace in their territories around the lake. But now they must decipher a mysterious prophecy—a message that will send one young medicine cat apprentice on a quest to determine the fate of all the warrior Clans.^[45]

Thunder and Shadow

«Was that the last she'd see of her sister? Now that ShadowClan had turned rogue, could they ever meet again? She stumbled as her paws grew numb beneath her. Grief choked her. She and Violetpaw had chosen different Clans. Maybe their bond of kinship wasn't strong enough to survive their decision.»

—Twigpaw ^{Thunder and Shadow, page 367}

Nearly a moon has passed since Alderpaw returned from his journey to SkyClan's gorge, where he found the territory taken over by rogues. Now the same vicious cats that drove out SkyClan have traced Alderpaw's path back to the lake...and ShadowClan may be the next to fall.^[46]

Shattered Sky

"But before Violetpaw had taken more than a mouthful, Thistle bounded toward them. Violetpaw eyed him warily. She didn't know him very well, as he and some other rogues had only recently arrived. She couldn't help wondering how many more cats Darktail would welcome into camp as "Kin"."

―Violetpaw ^{Shattered Sky, page 38}

ShadowClan has fallen. A group of rogues now rules the pine forest, and their cruel leader, Darktail, will not stop until he has conquered the rest of the Clans. Alderheart is more certain than ever that their only hope is to find the lost SkyClan and fulfill StarClan's prophecy—before Darktail's vicious reign puts an end to the warrior Clans forever.^[47]

Darkest Night

«All the prophecies StarClan had sent since he had become a medicine cat had told him to do one thing: bring the five Clans together to keep them strong. And now StarClan had gone to extraordinary measures to bring them this message—they must save ShadowClan. But ShadowClan couldn't survive without a savior, and if Rowanclaw wasn't up to the job, who would be?»

—Alderheart ^{Darkest Night, page 303}

SkyClan has returned to its rightful place among the other four warrior Clans, hoping to find a new territory to call home. But not every cat is convinced that this is where SkyClan belongs—and the fate of all five warrior Clans remains uncertain.^[48]

River of Fire

"And now...now that the five Clans are finally united once more, there will be new challenges. The sky has cleared at last, but the Clans must come together to make the forest grow."

―Cinderpelt to Alderheart ^{River of Fire, page 259}

StarClan's prophecy has been fulfilled, and the long-lost SkyClan has returned to its rightful place among the other four warrior Clans. Many cats believe the danger is past. But after moons of division and strife, ShadowClan is in danger of falling apart forever...^[49]

The Raging Storm

"If the Clans can't learn to live peacefully together, how will they face what is to come? Together, the Clans are like a paw with five claws reaching deep into the earth. If each claw is strong, the claw will hold fast. But if just one claw releases its grip, all will be swept away."

―Firestar to StarClan's leaders ^{The Raging Storm, page 4}

ShadowClan has returned under the leadership of a new Tigerstar, but their renewed strength has brought the tensions around the lake to an explosive breaking point. SkyClan's place among the Clans is about to be decided once and for all.^[50]

The Broken Code arc

«His pelt began to prickle as he felt the heat of a fire burning close by, though he couldn't see it or hear the crackle of flames. Ash fluttered in the sky, swirling around him and settling in tiny gray flakes on his pelt.»

—Shadowpaw's vision ^{Lost Stars, page 53}

This seventh arc takes place six moons after A Vision of Shadows. During a harsh leaf-bare, the living Clans' connection with StarClan is unusually severed, and ThunderClan's leader Bramblestar is acting odd. This arc introduces three protagonists in different Clans, Shadowpaw from ShadowClan, Bristlefrost from ThunderClan, and Rootpaw from SkyClan. This arc also challenges the notion of forbidden relationships, which has been a staple in the series, and also reintroduces former main characters into the spotlight, such as Squirrelflight and Bramblestar. This series is also the first to not feature a prophecy given by StarClan in the beginning of the arc, though Shadowpaw receives many visions warning him of the future. Only the first book, Lost Stars, features a Barnes and Noble exclusive bonus scene. Similar with the previous arc, reading the Super Editions Squirrelflight's Hope and Graystripe's Vow will help readers understand the full story of this arc.

*The Broken Code* covers, released from 2019 to 2021.

Lost Stars

"There is no cat like you in all the five Clans, Shadowpaw. Now great events are coming, and the Clans will experience far-reaching changes. And you, young apprentice—you will have an important part to play."

―Unidentified StarClan spirit ^{Lost Stars, page 2}

In the midst of the coldest leaf-bare any warrior can remember, the Clans have lost their connection with their warrior ancestors, and only one ShadowClan apprentice can still hear their voices–or their warning about the new shadow rising within the warrior Clans.^[51]

The Silent Thaw

"I'm glad I'm no longer the only cat who sees that StarClan won't return until the codebreakers have atoned."

―Bramblestar's impostor ^{The Silent Thaw, page 262}

When the ThunderClan leader, Bramblestar, starts to behave oddly after losing one of his nine lives, suspicion quickly spreads across Clan borders. And after a strange apparition causes unrest in SkyClan and ShadowClan, each warrior must decide where their allegiances lie—with their Clan, or the warrior code itself.^[52]

Veil of Shadows

"That cat won't ruin my plans again...and neither will you."

―Bramblestar's impostor ^{Veil of Shadows, page 168}

After losing one of his nine lives, ThunderClan's leader, Bramblestar, is intent on rooting out and exiling codebreakers—cats he claims are traitors to the warrior code. But some cats know the truth: something went wrong when he lost a life. This isn't the real Bramblestar, and his true spirit is desperate to return to its rightful place...before the rising tension among the five Clans erupts into outright war.^[53]

Darkness Within

"We are dealing with things we don't understand. And we would never forgive ourselves if we made the wrong decision."

―Leafstar about consulting the Sisters ^{Darkness Within, page 106}

Is the warrior code worth a warrior's life? Exiled after a battle that left all five Clans devastated, ThunderClan's loyal deputy, Squirrelflight, must bring to light an earth-shattering truth: the identity of the cat ruling ThunderClan while wearing Bramblestar's face. With tensions among the Clans at a breaking point, another battle looms, and even Squirrelflight may not be able to ensure Bramblestar has a body to return to. If he returns at all...^[54]

The Place of No Stars

"Your luck is going to run out if you go on tempting fate like this."

―Tigerstar to his son Shadowsight ^{The Place of No Stars (book), page 241}

The time has come to enter the Dark Forest. ThunderClan's deputy, Squirrelflight, has vanished with the cat now known to be an impostor, and suspicion and mistrust now reign among the five Clans. They now know the cause of their ancestors' mysterious silence—as well as the terrifying truth of the danger they must face if they hope to bring light back to the darkness...^[55]

A Light in the Mist

"I don't deserve a place in StarClan. I never will. But I owe them, and the living Clans, something."

―Silverhawk ^{A Light in the Mist (book), page 205}

The final battle has arrived, and this time, every Clan—living and dead—must unite to defeat the impostor before he delivers his final blow. To ensure their future and protect their past, StarClan, the Dark Forest, and all five Clans must band together to turn back the tide of darkness.^[56]

The A Starless Clan arc

This eighth arc takes place three moons after The Broken Code. It continues the trend of having three protagonists in different Clans, but is the first to feature a RiverClan point of view with Frostpaw; Sunbeam of ShadowClan and Flamepaw of ThunderClan are the other protagonists. The Story Team wanted to hear from a young RiverClan member during "a moment of serious upheaval" when "major decisions could fall into the paws of an apprentice, who isn't at all sure she is ready for that level of responsibility."^[57] This arc does not feature Barnes and Noble exclusive chapters, nor does it open with a prophecy from StarClan. The books feature an unique naming system with each book referring to one of the five Clans.

The *A Starless Clan* covers, released from 2022 to 2023.

River

"I don't blame you one bit for acting out like you did. That family—all of Tigerstar's kin think they can do whatever they like."

―Berryheart to her daughter Sunbeam ^{River (book), page 198}

The dawn of a new age is upon the warrior Clans: one of peace, unity, and change. Now, as a new generation of warriors rise—including a young ThunderClan apprentice descended from the legendary Firestar—leaders from the five Clans agree that the warrior code must be reformed if that harmony is to be upheld. But when tragedy strikes RiverClan, old fears will give rise to new tensions—unless one young medicine cat apprentice can use her unusual connection with StarClan to calm the coming storm.^[58]

Sky

Disaster has struck at the heart of RiverClan, leaving its warriors and its new medicine cat apprentice scrambling to protect their Clan—even if it means lying to the others. But at a time when the warrior code itself is shifting, no Clan is truly at peace...or truly safe.^[59]

Shadow

In RiverClan, young medicine cat apprentice Frostpaw is desperate to guide her Clanmates down the right path—which isn't easy when Tigerstar seems to be watching their every move. Within ShadowClan and ThunderClan, rifts are opening between once-loyal Clanmates as the changes to the Code stretch tempers to the tipping point. As tensions heighten and old grudges take new hold, one wrong move could prove that peace among the Clans can never last for long.^[60]

Super Editions

Super Editions are longer, special volumes that explore specific times or characters of the Warriors timeline. They are part of the same plotline as the main books, but are not been released in chronological order. Occasionally, reading the corresponding Super Editions will aid readers in understanding the full story in certain arcs, such as A Vision of Shadows and The Broken Code. The Super Editions are written by Kate Cary^[61] and Cherith Baldry^[62] with Vicky outlining the stories. Vicky's last Super Edition was Bramblestar's Storm.^[63]

The original *Super Edition* covers, originally released from 2007 to 2022.

Firestar's Quest

"Because you're the only cat who can help us. You must rebuild SkyClan before it is lost forever."

―Cloudstar to Firestar ^{Firestar's Quest, page 85}

ThunderClan's leader Firestar sets a quest to uncover a long-forgotten truth. It is a time of peace between the warrior Clans, and all four are thriving. Then Firestar discovers a terrible secret: the warrior ancestors of StarClan have lied to him. Firestar must embark on a perilous journey to right their wrong—and nothing will ever be the same again.^[64] This Super Edition takes place six months after The Prophecies Begin.

Bluestar's Prophecy

"Like fire, you will blaze through the forest. But beware! Even the most powerful flames can be destroyed by water."

―Goosefeather to Bluepaw ^{Bluestar's Prophecy, page 209}

Discover the secrets behind legendary ThunderClan leader Bluestar's rise to power. Bluestar has been prophesied to guide ThunderClan through a time of great turmoil. But dangerous secrets from her past haunt her every paw step—shadowy whispers that may destroy her...and her Clan.^[65] This Super Edition takes place six years before Into the Wild.

SkyClan's Destiny

"This is the leaf-bare of our Clan. Greenleaf will come, but it will bring even greater storms than these. SkyClan will need deeper roots if it is to survive."

―Brackenheart ^{SkyClan's Destiny, page 10}

Thanks to Firestar's aid, the newly reunited SkyClan is thriving. Their leader, Leafstar, is desperate to believe that they will survive where the ancient SkyClan cats failed. But as threats continue to plague the Clan and dissent grows from within, Leafstar must face the one question she dreads most: is SkyClan meant to survive?^[66] This Super Edition takes place six months after Leafstar became SkyClan's leader.

Crookedstar's Promise

"You must promise me that you will be loyal to your Clan above all other things. What you want for yourself is nothing compared to the needs of your Clan. Nothing, remember? Do you make that promise?"

―Mapleshade demanding Crookedkit's fateful promise ^{Crookedstar's Promise, page 116}

Crookedkit dreams of becoming RiverClan's next great leader. Then a mysterious cat appears in his dreams, whispering promises of glory—if only Crookedkit will pledge his undying loyalty to his Clan. No cat could have imagined the terror and destruction that would lie in one seemingly harmless promise...^[67] This Super Edition takes place six years before Into the Wild and takes place alongside Bluestar's Prophecy.

Yellowfang's Secret

"The time has come! A poison will spring from the heart of ShadowClan, and spread to the other Clans. A storm of blood and fire will sweep the forest!"

―Molepelt to Featherpaw ^{Yellowfang's Secret, page 5}

Yellowkit can't wait to fight for her Clan. But when she earns her warrior name, Yellowfang, she realizes that her true destiny is to become a healer. As a loyal medicine cat, Yellowfang has proven her dedication to ShadowClan—but her dreams are haunted by a dark prophecy that threatens to destroy the Clans forever.^[68] This Super Edition takes place six years before Into the Wild.

Tallstar's Revenge

"There will be a warrior whose loyalty to WindClan will waver. A cat who will have to seek far beyond the confines of your territory to discover where his heart truly lies. [...] He will stray, and you must let him, even if you fear he will never return. It is the only way he will discover where he truly belongs."

―Mothflight to Heatherstar ^{Tallstar's Revenge, page 5}

After a tragedy leaves the young warrior Talltail filled with bitterness and an all-consuming hunger for vengeance, he sets off on a dangerous quest for revenge—far outside the bounds of the warrior code.^[69] This Super Edition takes place seven years before Into the Wild.

Bramblestar's Storm

"When water meets blood, blood will rise."

―Cloudstar to Firestar ^{Bramblestar's Storm, page 6}

The Dark Forest has been defeated, and Bramblestar is now leader of ThunderClan. But the warrior cats must learn to whether a new kind of storm—or all four Clans will be swept away.^[70] This Super Edition takes place six months after Omen of the Stars.

Moth Flight's Vision

«It felt strange enough to be so far from her Clan. As the sun rose and began to cross the wide, blue newleaf sky, she found herself slowing, unsure of her next paw steps. Perhaps this was where the moth had wanted to lead her; perhaps it had only wanted to show her the rich foliage growing so close to her home.»

—Moth Flight ^{Moth Flight's Vision, page 59}

The five warrior Clans are newly formed, and the forest is at peace—but in WindClan, one young cat is troubled by strange visions that will lead her to a destiny no cat could have predicted.^[71] This Super Edition takes place shortly after Dawn of the Clans.

Hawkwing's Journey

"The fire has burned out, but to dispel the darkness you must find the spark that remains."

―Skystar to Echosong ^{Hawkwing's Journey, page 36}

The cats of SkyClan are facing a darkness unlike any they have seen before. Their only hope is to seek out the kin of Firestar, the cat who once brought their Clan back from obscurity. But even if they find the other four warrior Clans, SkyClan's time in the gorge territory may truly be at an end...^[72] This Super Edition takes place six years after SkyClan's Destiny.

Tigerheart's Shadow

"Strangers will come to your home. They will need your help, just as we need it."

―Raggedstar to Spire ^{Tigerheart's Shadow, page 3}

Long one of the proudest warrior Clans, ShadowClan now faces an unprecedented period of darkness and uncertainty. Its deputy, Tigerheart, is determined to help his Clan survive. But a crossroads is fast approaching...and when their medicine cat has an ominous vision, Tigerheart discovers that the only way to save his Clan may be to leave it behind forever.^[73] This Super Edition takes place during Darkest Night and River of Fire.

The reprinted *Super Edition* covers, released from 2019 to 2022.

Crowfeather's Trial

"If I do survive, I'm finished with love. I'll only worry about my duty to my Clan. No more love—not ever again."

―Crowfeather ^{Crowfeather's Trial, page 8}

When a terrible threat rises within WindClan's territory, it heightens tensions that are already growing in the wake of the battle with the Dark Forest. Crowfeather is caught between his son, Breezepelt, and their Clanmates...but with the Clan in danger, the time for doubt is over.^[74] This Super Edition takes place shortly after Omen of the Stars.

Squirrelflight's Hope

"Being a good deputy doesn't mean blindly following orders. It means standing up for what I believe, and this time, I believe I'm right."

―Squirrelflight to Bramblestar ^{Squirrelflight's Hope, page 145}

ThunderClan deputy Squirrelflight is caught between her conscience and her Clan.^[75] This Super Edition takes place three months after A Vision of Shadows.

Graystripe's Vow

«They won't be a Clan like ours. But they will care for one another. And that, at heart, is what a Clan is. If that's all I've accomplished on my wander, it's not bad. Not bad at all.»

—Graystripe about WarriorClan ^{Graystripe's Vow, page 407}

A Clan's future lies in a promise from the past. Graystripe served ThunderClan for many moons before retiring to the elders' den, and was Firestar's most trusted friend and deputy. He promised Firestar that he would never abandon his home. But as new tensions strain ThunderClan, Graystripe will need to call on all of his long history, leaving ThunderClan behind in hopes of finding an answer that might save it.^[76] This Super Edition jumps between Graystripe's time as deputy during Firestar's Quest and his time as an elder in Darkness Within.

Leopardstar's Honor

«Her belly burned with excitement as she remembered that she was a cat with a destiny. Her father had so said. And she was going to prove him right.»

—Leopardkit about her future ^{Leopardstar's Honor, page 30}

Leopardpaw knows she is destined to be a great warrior who will save her Clan—and in a time of hardship, conflict, and loss, RiverClan desperately needs a leader who can guide them through an uncertain future. The ambitious ThunderClan deputy Tigerclaw believes he can help her fulfill her destiny, but as Leopardstar rises to follow in Crookedstar's paw steps, she must decide what kind of leader she will be—one who maintains peace among the Clans, or one who is willing to sacrifice anything for the good of her own.^[77] This Super Edition takes place during Crookedstar's Promise through The Prophecies Begin. This Super Edition was also chosen by the fans via a poll on the Warrior Cats website.^{[blog 2]}

Onestar's Confession

As a young WindClan warrior, Onewhisker never thought he would one day become Clan leader. But when he is unexpectedly chosen by Tallstar as his successor, Onestar must learn to guide his Clanmates through the hardships of forging a new life in unknown territory—and face the deadly consequences of a mistake he tried to bury in the past. Fans were able to select the cover colors through a poll on the Warriors website.^[78]

Untitled Riverstar Super Edition

A Super Edition featuring Riverstar, one of the founders, will be released in 2023. This Super Edition was also chosen by the fans.^[79]

Novellas

The novellas are short stories, usually only ten chapters long, about a specific character or moment in the series. The novellas originally were exclusive eBooks until they were released in paperback in packs of three books. They are not released in chronological order. Most of the novellas were written by Victoria Holmes^[5] and Clarissa Hutton,^[7] though Vicky retired after Legends of the Clans.^[63] Cherith Baldry began to help with the novellas and she wrote Pebbleshine's Kits^[80] and Daisy's Kin^[81]. The last novella set was published in 2021.

The Untold Stories

Hollyleaf's Story

"I was happy then, before I knew the truth, she thought. But that life is over now."

―Hollyleaf ^{Hollyleaf's Story, page chapter 5}

When Hollyleaf disappeared in the tunnels by the Lake, ThunderClan believed she was gone forever. But her adventure was only beginning...Lost and lonely, Hollyleaf soon meets a mysterious cat named Fallen Leaves, who teaches her how to live in the tunnels. Hollyleaf tries to be happy, but she can't help wondering if leaving her Clanmates was the right choice. Hollyleaf knows she's a ThunderClan cat at heart, but can she ever truly go back?^[82] This novella takes place shortly after the Power of Three.

Mistystar's Omen

"I promise to be the strongest, wisest leader I can be. I will do my best to echo your loyalty to RiverClan and your courage to speak out on our behalf, and I will learn from your mistakes. I know that I don't need to prove to the other Clans that RiverClan is the strongest or most powerful. I just want my Clanmates to be happy and at peace."

―Mistyfoot thinking about Leopardstar after her death ^{Mistystar's Omen, page chapter 2}

When Leopardstar loses her ninth life, her longtime deputy, Mistyfoot, steps up to receive her new name—Mistystar—and lead her Clan through a troublesome time. But Mistystar is about to discover a shocking secret about RiverClan, and her leadership is plunged into crisis as soon as it begins.^[83] This novella takes place during Fading Echoes.

Cloudstar's Journey

"Cowards! Where are you? Come and face me, and tell me now that SkyClan is safe!"

―Cloudstar to StarClan ^{Cloudstar's Journey, page chapter 10}

Cloudstar, leader of SkyClan, has watched over his Clanmates at the edge of the forest for many long seasons. But Twolegs are encroaching on SkyClan's land and SkyClan is in danger of being driven away. Cloudstar is forced to turn to the other Clans for help—but will they be willing to come to SkyClan's rescue?^[84]

Tales from the Clans

Tigerclaw's Fury

"If mercy is power, then I have never been more powerful."

―Tigerclaw ^{Tigerclaw's Fury, page chapter 4}

Discover the story behind Tigerclaw's rise to power as leader of ShadowClan. Cast out of ThunderClan as a traitor, Tigerclaw will not rest until he has his revenge on Bluestar, Fireheart, and the rest of his former Clanmates. But first, he must become Tigerstar of ShadowClan...^[85] This novella takes place during Rising Storm.

Leafpool's Wish

"Live well, my darlings. You will always be in my heart."

―Leafpool ^{Leafpool's Wish, page chapter 10}

Leafpool always knew medicine cats weren't meant for love...until she fell for the WindClan warrior Crowfeather. Now she's determined to keep their kits a secret. But to fool all of ThunderClan, she'll need help—from her sister Squirrelflight, and perhaps even from StarClan...^[86] This novella takes place shortly after The New Prophecy.

Dovewing's Silence

«Some wounds never heal, whatever you do.»

—Dovewing ^{Dovewing's Silence, page chapter 6}

The Dark Forest has been defeated—but Dovewing's powers are gone. Will she able to adjust to life as an ordinary warrior?^[87] This novella takes place shortly after Omen of the Stars.

Shadows of the Clans

Mapleshade's Vengeance

«The life that she had known was over; if she couldn't be a warrior, then she would dedicate every beat of her heart to avenging the deaths of her kits.»

—Mapleshade ^{Mapleshade's Vengeance, page 62}

Long before she troubled the dreams of Crookedstar or Tigerclaw, Mapleshade was a warrior of ThunderClan. But then the Clans cast her out as a traitor—and she vowed to seek her revenge...^[88]

Goosefeather's Curse

"Then my gift is useless. Without power, everything I see, everything I know, will bring me nothing but pain. StarClan! Why have you done this to me?"

―Goosefeather ^{Goosefeather's Curse, page chapter 9}

Goosefeather is destined to be a medicine cat unlike any ThunderClan has ever known—but will he ever come to terms with a gift that feels like a curse?^[89] This novella takes place four years before Bluestar's Prophecy and alongside Pinestar's Choice.

Ravenpaw's Farewell

"Oh, Barley. You know me so well. Better than any cat ever has. But there is a secret that I have kept from you without meaning to: I have always been a warrior. I have a loyalty to these cats, and I must fight alongside them, whatever happens."

―Ravenpaw to Barley ^{Ravenpaw's Farewell, page chapter 10}

Since Ravenpaw chose to leave his life as a warrior behind, he has lived for many happy moons on the farm near the Clans' old forest territories. But now two kits in need will send him on one last journey—in search of a long-lost warrior Clan.^[90] This novella takes place during Omen of the Stars, roughly three years after SkyClan's Destiny. Shadows of the Clans was the last eBook exclusive novellas.

Legends of the Clans

The paperback novella bundles were released from 2013 to 2021.

Spottedleaf's Heart

"Being a warrior is not about destroying our rivals. It is about making our Clan strong and safe alongside the other cats in the forest."

―Spottedpaw ^{Spottedleaf's Heart, page chapter 8}

The young apprentice Spottedpaw is determined to become a warrior...until she realizes that to save her Clan, she must become its next medicine cat.^[91] This novella takes place during Bluestar's Prophecy.

Pinestar's Choice

"Every leader faces difficult choices. And yours will be the most difficult of all."

―Thunderstar to Pinestar ^{Pinestar's Choice, page chapter 8}

Discover what drove Pinestar, once leader of ThunderClan, to abandon the warrior code, betray his Clan, and become a kittypet on his last life.^[91] This novella takes place three years after Mapleshade's Vengeance and ten years before Bluestar's Prophecy.^[92]

Thunderstar's Echo

"We'll never forget Lightning Tail. He was brave and strong and good, and we were lucky to have him."

―Violet Dawn ^{Thunderstar's Echo, page chapter 8}

In the earliest days of ThunderClan, its first leader faces down a new threat—and forges a new tradition for all the warrior Clans.^[91] This novella takes place six months after Moth Flight's Vision.

Path of a Warrior

Redtail's Debt

"And if you're planning something more than you've said—if you're not being totally honest, Tigerclaw—I'll be there to stop you."

―Redtail ^{Redtail's Debt, page chapter 7}

A ThunderClan warrior who dared to stand in the way of the ambitious cat who would become Tigerstar...^[93] This novella takes place during Bluestar's Prophecy.

Tawnypelt's Clan

"It wasn't a place I'd been before. There were a lot of rocks there, and I think the cats were behind the waterfall, somehow. But it felt like a really important place. And there were cats there, cats like us, and they were in danger."

―Shadowkit about his vision

A ShadowClan deputy who made the difficult decision to step down for the good of her Clan...^[93] This novella takes place shortly after River of Fire.

Shadowstar's Life

"All warriors have to follow the code, no matter how much they're liked. If not, how are we any different from rogues?"

―Windstar to Shadowstar ^{Shadowstar's Life, page chapter 8}

A brave warrior who was the first leader to lose her ninth life...^[93] This novella takes place one year after Thunderstar's Echo and is the current book in the ancient Clans timeline.

A Warrior's Spirit

Pebbleshine's Kits

«I promise I'll get you to SkyClan. You will grow up to be Clan cats. I don't know how I'll do it, but somehow, I will make it happen.»

—Pebbleshine's promise to her kits ^{Pebbleshine's Kits, page chapter 7}

A SkyClan warrior who lost her way during her Clan's journey to the lake...^[94] This novella takes place during Hawkwing's Journey and Tree's Roots.

Tree's Roots

"Please come. I am trying, I've been trying. I hate being on my own. I even went back to the Sisters. I know I shouldn't have, but I was so lonely. They'll never let me be one of them again. It's not fair. Stream, they wanted to send us away when we were too young, just because we were toms. I don't know how to look after myself, and they don't care. Sometimes I wish I'd never been born, if the Sisters were just going to throw me away. I'll never forgive them."

―Earth attempting to speak to Stream ^{Tree's Roots, page chapter 7}

The origins of the cat with an unusual ability to speak to the dead...^[94] This novella takes place during Bramblestar's Storm and overlaps with Pebbleshine's Kits.

Mothwing's Secret

"When Hawkfrost and I were kits, our littermate drowned. I saw how you and the other medicine cats saved Blackclaw today, and I thought…maybe he didn't have to. I want to save other cats from dying if I can."

―Mothwing to Mudfur ^{Mothwing's Secret, page chapter 2}

A new medicine cat's winding path to her ultimate destiny...^[94] This novella takes place during Midnight through The Last Hope.

A Warrior's Choice

Daisy's Kin

«That was all she wanted, to know that somewhere, a cat needed her. Her Clan needed her. [..] This is where I belong. ThunderClan will always be my home.»

—Daisy

How did Daisy choose between Clan and kin—and whether the rogue from her past should be part of her future?^[95] This novella takes place during Darkness Within through A Light in the Mist.

Blackfoot's Reckoning

"ShadowClan has suffered. But so have all the Clans, and part of that is ShadowClan's fault. The next leader of ShadowClan must be strong and honorable, or ShadowClan will fall into oblivion. If ShadowClan falls, the other Clans will fall, too, even StarClan. There must be a balance in the forest. Do you really think you're up to the task? Can you be the strong and honorable leader ShadowClan needs?"

―Sagewhisker to Blackfoot ^{Blackfoot's Reckoning, page 256}

Why did StarClan forgive Blackfoot's transgressions and grant him a leader's nine lives?^[95] This novella takes place shortly after The Prophecies Begin.

Spotfur's Rebellion

"Now. We have to be bold. For all our Clans."

―Spotfur ^{Spotfur's Rebellion, page 222}

What made Spotfur risk everything to defy her Clan's deputy?^[95] This novella takes place after River of Fire and through Veil of Shadows.

Warriors graphic novels

The Warriors graphic novels, formerly called the mangas, are illustrated stories from the Warriors series. They are written by Dan Jolley,^[96] and are illustrated by James Barry,^[96] Bettina Kurkoski,^[97] and Don Hudson.^[98] The graphic novels were formerly printed in grayscale and divided into three issues. In 2017, Graystripe's Adventure was reprinted in full color with all three issues in one volume. The other arcs he illustrated, Ravenpaw's Path and SkyClan and the Stranger, were also later released in full color. Starting with A Shadow in RiverClan, the graphic novels were originally published in color.

Stand-alone graphic novels

The Rise of Scourge

"My littermates said I was too small...too weak. But I have proven them wrong. I've learned how to live for blood. Because that's the key. The only answer. I am leader of BloodClan. I am Scourge. And I have won!"

―Scourge ^{The Rise of Scourge, page 82}

When kittypet Tiny crosses paths with some wild forest cats defending their territory, they leave him with scars—and a bitter, deep-seated grudge. As his reputation grows among the strays and loners that live in the dirty brick alleyways of Twolegplace, he changes his name to Scourge and puts everything about his old life behind him...except for his deadly desire for revenge.^[99] This book was illustrated by Bettina Kurkoski.

A Shadow in RiverClan

"Home...Every cat knows where their home is, don't they? Or at least where they belong. Every cat...except me. This is RiverClan. It's supposed to be my home. But if you put claws to my throat and demanded I tell you where I belong? I couldn't give you an honest answer."

―Feathertail ^{A Shadow in RiverClan, pages 1-4}

When RiverClan fell under the rule of the vicious Tigerstar, Feathertail barely escaped with her life. Now RiverClan is trying to rebuild in unity and peace—even if Feathertail isn't ready to forgive her Clanmates. But when RiverClan takes in a rogue cat named Sasha and her two kits, Feathertail must find a way to escape the shadows of the past if she is to be a part of her Clan's future.^[100]

Winds of Change

"No need. Blackstar will back us once he understands which way the winds are blowing. He's always been a...practical cat. [...] Have faith, Mudclaw. My plan will make us both stronger. And once you've appointed me deputy, well...RiverClan will never see us coming."

―Hawkfrost to Mudclaw ^{Winds of Change, pages 156-157}

Forced out of the forest that had been their home for generations, the four warrior Clans are about to settle into their new homes around the lake. Some cats see their new beginning as a chance for the Clans to live together in peace and friendship, but WindClan's deputy Mudclaw believes the other Clans cannot be trusted. And as he prepares to take the ailing Tallstar's place as leader, he is determined to do whatever it takes to secure the future of his Clan—no matter the cost.^[101]

Exile from ShadowClan

ShadowClan faces two paths. Only one will save its legacy. On the verge of a bitter leaf-bare, ShadowClan stands on the brink of its own destruction. Its leader, Brokenstar, is bent on nothing but battle and revenge. His former mentor, retired warrior Nightpelt, hasn't had an easy path, but he has always put his Clanmates first. So when Brokenstar banishes Nightpelt and the rest of ShadowClan's elders to the farthest edges of Clan territory, Nightpelt is shocked at his cruelty. But he's determined to ensure he and his fellow exiles survive the coming frost—and live to reclaim the ShadowClan they've always known.^[102]

Graystripe's Adventure

This arc follows what happened to Graystripe after he was captured by Twolegs in Dawn. The novels were originally printed in three separate volumes in gray-scaled before being released in one edition in full color in 2017. They were illustrated by James Barry.

The Lost Warrior

"You are a warrior of ThunderClan, Graystripe, your place is with them."

―Silverstream to Graystripe ^{The Lost Warrior, page 76}

When the Twolegs destroy the warrior Clans' forest home, ThunderClan deputy Graystripe is captured trying to help his comrades escape! Trapped in the pampered life of a kittypet, Graystripe gets all the food and shelter he needs from his affectionate Twoleg family—but the forest is calling him. When he makes friends with a feisty kittypet named Millie, she encourages him to go in search of his lost friends. But will Graystripe ever find his way back to the Clan?^[103]

Warrior's Refuge

"My name is Graystripe. I'm a warrior of ThunderClan. I lived my whole life with my Clanmates in the forest until the Twolegs came. They captured me and made me live in a Twoleg nest. I didn't think I'd ever escape, or see my Clan again. I was lost. But then I met Millie, a kittypet who helped me. She saved my life. And now the two of us have set out to find ThunderClan. No matter how long it takes, or how far we have to go."

―Graystripe ^{Warrior's Refuge, page 10}

As Graystripe and Millie begin their quest to find ThunderClan, they find that getting out of Twolegplace alive isn't nearly as simple as they thought. Millie isn't used to life in the wild—and just when a temporary refuge is in sight, conflict with a tribe of barn cats threatens to break the travelers apart for good!^[104]

Warrior's Return

"Yes, your home's gone. But that doesn't mean your Clan is! The warrior code is still out there. Still alive."

―Millie ^{Warrior's Return, page 14}

Graystripe and Millie have finally found ThunderClan's old territory, but Twoleg monsters have devastated the forest and Graystripe fears that all of his Clanmates have been killed or captured by Twolegs. An old friend helps point the two cats on the path that the Clans followed many moons ago...but danger still lurks around every turn. Are Graystripe and Millie are lost on an impossible journey?^[105]

Tigerstar and Sasha

These three books explore the relationship between the powerful leader Tigerstar and his rogue mate, Sasha, during A Dangerous Path. These books were drawn by Don Hudson. Unlike the other individual graphic novels, Tigerstar and Sasha has not been released in color.

Into the Woods

"A kittypet eats mush instead of fresh kill, and sleeps in Twoleg nests because they're too scared to live under the trees and open sky. A kittypet doesn't know about the warrior code, or what it means to fight for survival, to protect a Clan like a mother protecting her kits. A kittypet can't feed herself."

―Tigerstar to Sasha ^{Into the Woods, page 40}

When Sasha is forced to leave her kittypet home, she must forge a solitary new life in the forest. Life on her own is exciting at first but quickly gets lonely. Then Sasha meets Tigerstar, leader of ShadowClan, and wonders whether she would be better off joining the ranks of his forest Clan. But Tigerstar has many secrets, and Sasha isn't sure she can trust him...^[106]

Escape from the Forest

«But even as Tigerstar haunts my thoughts, I realize that he no longer haunts my heart. I'm not afraid of him anymore. Plus, he was wrong about me. Dead wrong. I'm not nothing. I'm Sasha.»

—Sasha ^{Escape from the Forest, page 71}

Sasha has decided to forge a life outside of the Clans and away from Tigerstar's evil plans. But life as a rogue is much harder than she expects, and Sasha soon starts to lose hope. Will she be forced to wander alone forever, scrapping for every meal and fighting with the cruel, territorial cats who dwell in the alleys of Twolegplace?^[107]

Return to the Clans

"I am very proud of my children. They will make great warriors. And I will watch over them forever. I promise."

―Tigerstar about his children ^{Return to the Clans, page 86}

Sasha has returned to the forest to raise her kits, Moth, Hawk, and Tadpole, but Tigerstar still haunts her dreams. She thinks she's a safe distance from ShadowClan's prying eyes, but Sasha fears that Tigerstar will soon discover the existence of his kits. As leaf-bare stretches on and Sasha finds it harder to feed her family, she wonders if her kits might be better off as warriors, with a Clan to protect and train them. But where does Sasha belong?^[108] This book also overlaps with A Shadow in RiverClan.

Ravenpaw's Path

These graphic novels feature Ravenpaw and Barley before The New Prophecy. James Barry returned to illustrate these books, and he subsequentially became the primary artist for the Warriors graphic novels. These issues were later reprinted in color in one volume in 2018.

Shattered Peace

"We have seen that you and Barley are in trouble. Listen to us. You have as much right to live on the farm as the Clans have to live in the forest. That is your home."

―Bluestar to Ravenpaw ^{Shattered Peace, page 87}

Ravenpaw has settled into life on the farm, away from the forest and Tigerstar's evil eye. He knows that leaving the warrior clans was the right choice, and he appreciates his quiet days and peaceful nights with his best friend, Barley. But when five rogue cats from Twolegplace come to the barn seeking shelter, Ravenpaw's new life is threatened. He and Barley must try to find a way to overpower the rogues—before they lose their home for good.^[109]

A Clan in Need

«These rogues are vicious...but they're no warriors. And tonight—for one night—Barley and Violet and I are. Tonight, ThunderClan shows them what real warriors are made of!»

—Ravenpaw ^{A Clan in Need, page 76}

Ravenpaw and Barley have been driven away from their farm by a group of vicious cats. Now the two loners must turn to ThunderClan—led by Ravenpaw's friend Firestar—for shelter. Firestar takes them in and promises to help them take back their home as soon as possible, but ThunderClan is in great danger. BloodClan cats have been launching raids on ThunderClan's territory and attacking Clan patrols. Can Ravenpaw and Barley help Firestar and his Clan fight off their enemies? And will they ever be able to get home again?^[110]

The Heart of a Warrior

"This is my territory. I will defend it to the death."

―Ravenpaw declaring his loyalty to defending Barley's farm ^{The Heart of a Warrior, page 60}

Ravenpaw and Barley helped their friends in ThunderClan defeat the vicious BloodClan cats in Twolegplace. Now they're ready to fight to reclaim their home on the farm. Firestar has promised to send a warrior patrol to assist them, but Ravenpaw worries that it won't be enough to chase out the invaders. He knows that he must find his courage and fight like a warrior—or lose his home forever.^[111]

SkyClan and the Stranger

This graphic novel arc follows SkyClan and the experience they have with a new arrival. This arc takes place during The New Prophecy, and was also illustrated by James Barry. Similar with the previous graphic novels, these were later reprinted in color in 2019.

The Rescue

"You've united the Clan. It's still only a few seasons old and yet we're strong now. SkyClan's future looks secure at last."

―Billystorm to Leafstar ^{The Rescue, page 15}

Newleaf is coming, and Leafstar is proud to see SkyClan thriving under her leadership. The woods are brimming with prey, the warriors' den is full, and Leafstar is expecting kits of her own. But a stranger is lurking near SkyClan's territory, and Leafstar's newborn kits—and the rest of the young Clan—could be in serious danger.^[112]

Beyond the Code

"We have to trust him. That's what being a Clanmate is all about."

―Leafstar about Sol

With Leafstar's encouragement, Sol, a former kittypet, has joined the ranks of SkyClan. He dreams of becoming a great warrior and promises to be helpful and brave. But Leafstar soon begins to wonder if Sol respects the rules of the warrior code. And when Sol's actions lead to a perilous disaster for SkyClan, Leafstar has to figure out whether he can be trusted—before it's too late.^[113]

After the Flood

"You'll only ever be as strong as your weakest kit or oldest elder!"

―Sol ^{After the Flood, page 87}

Leafstar is struggling to keep SkyClan united in the wake of the flood that destroyed their camp, but her Clanmates are scared of what might happen next. Meanwhile, Sol continues to demand that Leafstar make him a warrior, but Leafstar isn't sure that Sol will ever be ready to embrace the warrior code. As SkyClan faces another devastating challenge, Leafstar must figure out what is best for her Clan—once and for all.^[114]

Field Guides

The Field Guides do not have a storyline, but rather, act as references for the main series, offering facts and viewpoints not available in the normal plotline. However, with some of the earlier Field Guides, such as Secrets of the Clans and potentially Code of the Clans, some of its information has been retconned by Dawn of the Clans. These books were written by Tui Sutherland,^[6] and Vicky Holmes,^[115] with the last Field Guide being released in 2013.

Secrets of the Clans

"The story of the beginning of the warrior Clans has been passed down by cats of all Clans, from elder to warrior, from warrior to apprentice, from queen to kit. The story is never the same twice, and parts grow uncertain, or they become suddenly clear in the telling. There are some cats who walk dimly, their names and deeds lost in the sweet fog of the elders' den, for the warrior Clans have roamed the forest for moons beyond counting..."

―Narrator on the Clans ^{Secrets of the Clans, page 1}

Now the truth can be revealed. Look within to find: The mystical origins and secret legends of the Clans. An insiders' tour of the Clan camps and territories. The histories and characters of each Clan, and information about their leaders and medicine cats. Knowledge of cats outside the Clans. The tenets of the warrior code. Prophecies and omens, and how they have been fulfilled. And many more truths about the secrets, beliefs, and daily lives of the cats of the Clans.^[116]

Cats of the Clans

"There are so many cats, many more that you know about. You would be here a moon and more to hear them all. But I shall tell you about the ones I remember most clearly, and the ones I watch still. Oh, yes, I have watched them all, from as far back as any cat in the Clans remember, and farther. And not only the four Clans that live beside the lake now. Much as they might with to think they are the center of the world, there are other cats of equal worth-or more-far beyond their fragile borders."

―Rock ^{Cats of the Clans, page 3}

Hear the stories of the great warriors as they've never been told before! Cats of the Clans is chock-full of visual treats and captivating details, including full-color illustrations and in-depth biographies of important cats—from fierce Clan leaders to wise medicine cats to the most mischievous kits, as well as loners, rogues, and kittypets.^[117]

Code of the Clans

"As you've heard, we are not always perfect, but we have a great deal of faith in our warrior ancestors. The code lives in our heartbeat, the blood pulsing beneath our fur. When we die, the code carries on in our kits, and their kits, for all the moons to come. StarClan willing, the code of the Clans will live forever, until the forest and the lake have turned to dust and our hunting grounds are no more."

―Leafpool concluding the reader's time with her ^{Code of the Clans, page 156}

The secrets behind the warrior code will finally be revealed. An ominous sign from StarClan that signaled the need to patrol borders. The unexpected help from a warrior ancestor that cemented the importance of elders. A secret coup that led to a deputy's new role. A medicine cat's pleas that stopped a spree of inter-Clan bloodshed and many more never-before-told stories!^[118]

Battles of the Clans

"Battle is not always the answer, but it is a part of our heritage, the legacy passed to us by our warrior ancestors, as well as the path to our future. Some questions can only lead to conflict; all challenges deserve a brave, carefully planned response. As long as we fight with honor, courage and respect for our enemies, the legacy of battle deserves to survive. We will continue to pass on our skills to the new apprentices, then watch as they train the next generation. Heroes will be celebrated, the losing side condemned to dust in our memories. This is what it means to be a warrior: to be proud of our legacy, of the battles that we have fought and that our ancestors fought on our behalf."

―Onestar about the battles the Clans fight ^{Battles of the Clans, page 159}

An inside look at each Clan's fighting secrets: ShadowClan's night ambush technique. ThunderClan's surprise Lightning Strike tactic. WindClan's secret underground tunneling. RiverClan's water maneuvers. SkyClan's fearsome "skydrop" move. Plus never-before-told stories behind the most significant battles in Clan history!^[119]

Enter the Clans

In this two-in-one field guide, get an indispensable insider's look at the world of the five warrior cat Clans. The perfect addition to any Warriors fan's collection, this paperback special edition includes two companion books in one volume:

Warriors Field Guide: Secrets of the Clans: Learn about the origin of the Clans, their history and legends, and the training, traditions, and rituals involved in the lifelong path of a warrior.

Warriors: Code of the Clans: Discover the origins of the warrior code, which governs how Clan cats live side by side in times of war and peace, with untold stories from the Warriors world and beautiful black-and-white illustrations.^[120]

The Warriors Guide

The Warriors Guide is a Barnes & Noble exclusive Warriors book.

Now the truth can be revealed. Look within to find: The mystical origins and secret legends of the Clans; An insiders' tour of the Clan camps and territories; The histories and characters of each Clan; Information about their leaders and medicine cats; Knowledge of cats outside the Clans; The tenets of the warrior code; Prophecies and omens, and how they have been fulfilled; and many more truths about the secrets, beliefs, and daily lives of the cats of the Clans. ^[121]

The Ultimate Guide

"Everywhere the cats have been, there are layers upon layers of history - some known, some long-forgotten, and some discovered in the most unexpected ways - laid down by the paw steps of many generations. What shaped the lives of these proud and noble warriors? Come, walk among them for a while, and listen to their stories..."

―Narrator introducing ^{The Ultimate Guide, page 1}

Full of never-before-seen stories, full-color artwork, and captivating details about the Clans. This gorgeous hardcover volume includes: Full-color illustrations and in-depth biographies of important characters from the series, including all the content from Warriors: Cats of the Clans. Never-before-seen art and detailed backstories for forty more cats. Full-page maps of each territory featured in the Warriors novels. An in-depth look at each of the five warrior Clans. This collectible field guide is a fantastic introduction to the Warriors world for new readers and an indispensable resource for longtime fans.^[122]

End of spoiler warning

List of books by chronology and release

Book	Arc	Release	Author
The Sun Trail	Dawn of the Clans	5 March 2013	Cherith
Thunder Rising	Dawn of the Clans	5 November 2013	Cherith
The First Battle	Dawn of the Clans	8 April 2014	Kate
The Blazing Star	Dawn of the Clans	4 November 2014	Cherith
A Forest Divided	Dawn of the Clans	7 April 2015	Kate
Path of Stars	Dawn of the Clans	1 September 2015	Kate
Moth Flight's Vision	Super Editions	3 November 2015	Kate
Thunderstar's Echo	Novellas	11 April 2017	Clarissa
Shadowstar's Life	Novellas	9 April 2019	Clarissa
Cloudstar's Journey	Novellas	29 January 2013	Vicky
Mapleshade's Vengeance	Novellas	24 March 2015	Vicky
Pinestar's Choice	Novellas	11 April 2017	Vicky
Goosefeather's Curse	Novellas	1 September 2015	Vicky
Tallstar's Revenge	Super Editions	2 July 2013	Kate
Yellowfang's Secret	Super Editions	9 October 2012	Cherith
Crookedstar's Promise	Super Editions	5 July 2011	Kate
Bluestar's Prophecy	Super Editions	28 July 2009	Kate
Leopardstar's Honor	Super Editions	7 September 2021	Kate
Spottedleaf's Heart	Novellas	11 April 2017	Vicky
Redtail's Debt	Novellas	9 April 2019	Clarissa
Into the Wild	The Prophecies Begin	21 January 2003	Kate
Fire and Ice	The Prophecies Begin	27 May 2003	Kate
Forest of Secrets	The Prophecies Begin	14 October 2003	Cherith
Rising Storm	The Prophecies Begin	6 January 2004	Kate
Tigerclaw's Fury	Novellas	28 January 2014	Vicky
A Dangerous Path	The Prophecies Begin	1 June 2004	Cherith
Into the Woods	Graphic novel / Tigerstar and Sasha	2 September 2008	Dan
Escape from the Forest	Graphic novel / Tigerstar and Sasha	23 December 2008	Dan
The Rise of Scourge	Graphic novel	24 June 2008	Dan
The Darkest Hour	The Prophecies Begin	4 October 2004	Cherith
Blackfoot's Reckoning	Novellas	6 April 2021	Clarissa
Firestar's Quest	Super Editions	21 August 2007	Cherith
Graystripe's Vow (Then)	Super Editions	1 September 2020	Cherith
Return to the Clans	Graphic novel / Tigerstar and Sasha	9 June 2009	Dan
A Shadow in RiverClan	Graphic novel	2 June 2020	Dan
Mothwing's Secret	Novellas	7 April 2020	Clarissa
Shattered Peace	Graphic novel / Ravenpaw's Path	24 November 2009	Dan
A Clan in Need	Graphic novel / Ravenpaw's Path	23 March 2010	Dan
The Heart of a Warrior	Graphic novel / Ravenpaw's Path	3 August 2010	Dan
SkyClan's Destiny	Super Editions	3 August 2010	Cherith
Midnight	The New Prophecy	10 May 2005	Cherith
Moonrise	The New Prophecy	2 August 2005	Cherith
Dawn	The New Prophecy	17 December 2005	Kate
The Lost Warrior	Graphic novel / Graystripe's Adventure	24 April 2007	Dan
Starlight	The New Prophecy	4 April 2006	Cherith
Winds of Change	Graphic novel	1 June 2021	Dan
The Rescue	Graphic novel / SkyClan and the Stranger	5 July 2011	Dan
Beyond the Code	Graphic novel / SkyClan and the Stranger	12 November 2011	Dan
Twilight	The New Prophecy	22 August 2006	Cherith
After the Flood	Graphic novel / SkyClan and the Stranger	3 April 2012	Dan
Sunset	The New Prophecy	25 December 2006	Cherith
Leafpool's Wish	Novellas	22 April 2014	Vicky
Warrior's Refuge	Graphic novel / Graystripe's Adventure	26 December 2007	Dan
Warrior's Return	Graphic novel / Graystripe's Adventure	22 April 2008	Dan
The Sight	Power of Three	24 April 2007	Kate
Dark River	Power of Three	26 December 2007	Kate
Outcast	Power of Three	22 April 2008	Cherith
Eclipse	Power of Three	2 September 2008	Kate
Long Shadows	Power of Three	24 November 2008	Cherith
Sunrise	Power of Three	21 April 2009	Cherith
Hollyleaf's Story	Novellas	13 March 2012	Vicky
The Fourth Apprentice	Omen of the Stars	24 November 2009	Cherith
Mistystar's Omen	Novellas	11 September 2012	Vicky
Fading Echoes	Omen of the Stars	23 March 2010	Kate
Night Whispers	Omen of the Stars	23 November 2010	Kate
Sign of the Moon	Omen of the Stars	5 April 2011	Cherith
The Forgotten Warrior	Omen of the Stars	22 November 2011	Cherith
Ravenpaw's Farewell	Novellas	26 January 2016	Vicky
The Last Hope	Omen of the Stars	3 April 2012	Kate
Dovewing's Silence	Novellas	4 November 2014	Vicky
Crowfeather's Trial	Super Editions	4 September 2018	Cherith
Tree's Roots	Novellas	7 April 2020	Clarissa
Bramblestar's Storm	Super Editions	26 August 2014	Cherith
Hawkwing's Journey	Super Editions	1 November 2016	Cherith
Pebbleshine's Kits	Novellas	7 April 2020	Cherith
The Apprentice's Quest	A Vision of Shadows	15 March 2016	Cherith
Thunder and Shadow	A Vision of Shadows	6 September 2016	Kate
Shattered Sky	A Vision of Shadows	11 April 2017	Cherith
Darkest Night	A Vision of Shadows	7 November 2017	Kate
Tigerheart's Shadow	Super Editions	5 September 2017	Kate
River of Fire	A Vision of Shadows	10 April 2018	Cherith
Tawnypelt's Clan	Novellas	9 April 2019	Clarissa
Spotfur's Rebellion	Novellas	6 April 2021	Clarissa
The Raging Storm	A Vision of Shadows	6 November 2018	Kate
Squirrelflight's Hope	Super Editions	3 September 2019	Kate
Lost Stars	The Broken Code	9 April 2019	Cherith
The Silent Thaw	The Broken Code	29 October 2019	Kate
Veil of Shadows	The Broken Code	7 April 2020	Cherith
Darkness Within	The Broken Code	10 November 2020	Kate
Graystripe's Vow (Now)	Super Editions	1 September 2020	Cherith
Daisy's Kin	Novellas	6 April 2021	Cherith
The Place of No Stars	The Broken Code	6 April 2021	Cherith
A Light in the Mist	The Broken Code	9 November 2021	Kate
River	A Starless Clan	5 April 2022	Cherith
Secrets of the Clans	Field Guides	29 May 2007	Tui
Cats of the Clans	Field Guides	24 June 2008	Vicky
Code of the Clans	Field Guides	9 June 2009	Vicky
Battles of the Clans	Field Guides	1 June 2010	Vicky
Enter the Clans	Field Guides	26 June 2010	Vicky and Tui
The Ultimate Guide	Field Guides	5 November 2013	Vicky

List of upcoming books by release

Book	Arc	Release	Author
Exile from ShadowClan	Graphic novel	7 June 2022
Onestar's Confession	Super Editions	6 September 2022
Sky	A Starless Clan	1 November 2022	Kate
Shadow	A Starless Clan	4 April 2023	Cherith
Untitled Riverstar Super Edition	Super Editions	?? 2023

List of cancelled titles

Allegiances of the Clans^[123]

Trivia

The working title of The New Prophecy series was Warriors: The Next Generation, a nod to Star Trek: The Next Generation.^[124]
Vicky once thought that there could be more Field Guides^[125] but has since changed her mind.^[126]
Vicky has announced on her Facebook wall that a film studio called Alibaba Pictures has bought the right to make a film for Warriors.^[127] They have teamed up with producer David Heyman.^[128]

Notes and references

↑ Revealed on Coolabi.com
↑ Revealed on HarperCollins.com (backup link)
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Into the Wild
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Forest of Secrets
↑ ^5.0 ^5.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Hollyleaf's Story
↑ ^6.0 ^6.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Secrets of the Clans
↑ ^7.0 ^7.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Thunderstar's Echo
↑ Information from Kidscreen.com (backup link)
↑ Revealed on Kate's Facebook (backup link)
↑ Revealed on New York Times.com (backup link)
↑ Revealed on New York Times.com (backup link)
↑ Revealed on Vicky's Facebook (screenshot)
↑ The Sun Trail on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Thunder Rising on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The First Battle on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Blazing Star on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ A Forest Divided on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Path of Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed in an :Author Chat (backup link)
↑ Into the Wild on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Fire and Ice on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Forest of Secrets on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Rising Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ A Dangerous Path on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Darkest Hour on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Unexpected Storylines on the Warriors official website
↑ Midnight on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Moonrise on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Dawn on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Starlight on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Twilight on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Sunset on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Sight on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Dark River on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Outcast on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Eclipse on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Long Shadows on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Sunrise on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Fourth Apprentice on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Fading Echoes on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Night Whispers on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Sign of the Moon on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Forgotten Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Last Hope on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Apprentice's Quest on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Thunder and Shadow on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Shattered Sky on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Darkest Night on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ River of Fire on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Raging Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Lost Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Silent Thaw on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Veil of Shadows on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Darkness Within on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Place of No Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ A Light in the Mist on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on A Return to RiverClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ River on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Exclusive Title and Cover Reveal: A Starless Clan #2 on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Exclusive Title and Cover Reveal: A Starless Clan #3 on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Bluestar's Prophecy
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Firestar's Quest
↑ ^63.0 ^63.1 Revealed on Vicky's Facebook (screenshot)
↑ Firestar's Quest on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Bluestar's Prophecy on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ SkyClan's Destiny on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Crookedstar's Promise on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Yellowfang's Secret on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Tallstar's Revenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Bramblestar's Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Moth Flight's Vision on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Hawkwing's Journey on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Tigerheart's Shadow on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Crowfeather's Trial on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Squirrelflight's Hope on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Graystripe's Vow on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Leopardstar's Honor on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Choose a cover - Super Edition 2022 on the Warriors official website (screenshot)
↑ Results for 2021 Super Edition character vote on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Pebbleshine's Kits
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Daisy's Kin
↑ Hollyleaf's Story on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Mistystar's Omen on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Cloudstar's Journey on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Tigerclaw's Fury on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Leafpool's Wish on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Dovewing's Silence on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Mapleshade's Vengeance on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Goosefeather's Curse on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Ravenpaw's Farewell on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ ^91.0 ^91.1 ^91.2 Legends of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on Vicky's Facebook(screenshot)
↑ ^93.0 ^93.1 ^93.2 Path of a Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ ^94.0 ^94.1 ^94.2 A Warrior's Spirit on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ ^95.0 ^95.1 ^95.2 A Warrior's Choice on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ ^96.0 ^96.1 Revealed in The Lost Warrior, page title
↑ Revealed in The Rise of Scourge, page title
↑ Revealed in Into the Woods, page title
↑ The Rise of Scourge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ A Shadow in RiverClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Winds of Change on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Exile from ShadowClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Lost Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Warrior's Refuge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Warrior's Return' on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Into the Woods on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Escape from the Forest on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Return to the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Shattered Peace on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ A Clan in Need on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Heart of a Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ The Rescue on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Beyond the Code on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ After the Flood on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on the dedication page of Cats of the Clans
↑ Secrets of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Cats of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Code of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Battles of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Enter the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed on Barnes and Noble website
↑ The Ultimate Guide on the Warriors official website (backup link)
↑ Revealed in Erin Hunter Chat 7
↑ Unexpected Storylines on the Warriors official website
↑ Revealed on Vicky's Facebook(screenshot)
↑ Revealed on Vicky's Facebook
↑ Revealed on Vicky's Facebook
↑ Revealed on AV Club.com (backup link)

Author references

↑ ^1.0 ^1.1 James Noble, August 28, 2020. James confirms Gray Wing was supposed to die earlier, revealed through email.
↑ James Noble, April 16th, 2020. Leopardstar poll winner, revealed through email.

v • d • e Warriors books
The Prophecies Begin	Into the Wild • Fire and Ice • Forest of Secrets • Rising Storm • A Dangerous Path • The Darkest Hour
The New Prophecy	Midnight • Moonrise • Dawn • Starlight • Twilight • Sunset
Power of Three	The Sight • Dark River • Outcast • Eclipse • Long Shadows • Sunrise
Omen of the Stars	The Fourth Apprentice • Fading Echoes • Night Whispers • Sign of the Moon • The Forgotten Warrior • The Last Hope
Dawn of the Clans	The Sun Trail • Thunder Rising • The First Battle • The Blazing Star • A Forest Divided • Path of Stars
A Vision of Shadows	The Apprentice's Quest • Thunder and Shadow • Shattered Sky • Darkest Night • River of Fire • The Raging Storm
The Broken Code	Lost Stars • The Silent Thaw • Veil of Shadows • Darkness Within • The Place of No Stars • A Light in the Mist
A Starless Clan	River • Sky • Shadow • A Starless Clan: Book #4
Super Editions	Firestar's Quest • Bluestar's Prophecy • SkyClan's Destiny • Crookedstar's Promise • Yellowfang's Secret • Tallstar's Revenge • Bramblestar's Storm • Moth Flight's Vision • Hawkwing's Journey • Tigerheart's Shadow • Crowfeather's Trial • Squirrelflight's Hope • Graystripe's Vow • Leopardstar's Honor • Onestar's Confession • Untitled Riverstar Super Edition
Novellas	The Untold Stories (Hollyleaf's Story • Mistystar's Omen • Cloudstar's Journey) • Tales from the Clans (Tigerclaw's Fury • Leafpool's Wish • Dovewing's Silence) • Shadows of the Clans (Mapleshade's Vengeance • Goosefeather's Curse • Ravenpaw's Farewell) • Legends of the Clans (Spottedleaf's Heart • Pinestar's Choice • Thunderstar's Echo) • Path of a Warrior (Redtail's Debt • Tawnypelt's Clan • Shadowstar's Life) • A Warrior's Spirit (Pebbleshine's Kits •Tree's Roots • Mothwing's Secret) • A Warrior's Choice (Daisy's Kin • Blackfoot's Reckoning • Spotfur's Rebellion)
Graystripe's Adventure	Graystripe's Adventure (The Lost Warrior • Warrior's Refuge • Warrior's Return)
Tigerstar and Sasha	Into the Woods • Escape from the Forest • Return to the Clans
Ravenpaw's Path	Ravenpaw's Path (Shattered Peace • A Clan in Need • The Heart of a Warrior)
SkyClan and the Stranger	SkyClan and the Stranger (The Rescue • Beyond the Code • After the Flood)
Stand-alone graphic novels	The Rise of Scourge • A Shadow in RiverClan • Winds of Change • Exile from ShadowClan
Field Guides	Secrets of the Clans • Cats of the Clans • Code of the Clans • Battles of the Clans • Enter the Clans • The Ultimate Guide • The Warriors Guide
Short stories, plays, and essays	After Sunset: We Need to Talk • After Sunset: The Right Choice? • Beyond the Code: Brightspirit's Mercy • The Elders' Concern • Spottedleaf's Honest Answer • The Clans Decide • Why is Jaypaw Blind? • Tigerstar: Heart of Evil? • The Death of Bright Stream • A Fear of Fire
Extras	Back covers • Box sets

[1] Revealed on Coolabi.com

[hp-2] Revealed on HarperCollins.com (backup link)

[os1ded-3] Revealed on the dedication page of Into the Wild

[os3ded-4] Revealed on the dedication page of Forest of Secrets

[hsded-5] 5.0 ^5.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Hollyleaf's Story

[secretsded-6] 6.0 ^6.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Secrets of the Clans

[teded-7] 7.0 ^7.1 Revealed on the dedication page of Thunderstar's Echo

[8] Information from Kidscreen.com (backup link)

[9] Revealed on Kate's Facebook (backup link)

[10] Revealed on New York Times.com (backup link)

[11] Revealed on New York Times.com (backup link)

[13] Revealed on Vicky's Facebook (screenshot)

[14] The Sun Trail on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[15] Thunder Rising on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[16] The First Battle on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[17] The Blazing Star on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[18] A Forest Divided on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[19] Path of Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[20] Revealed in an :Author Chat (backup link)

[21] Into the Wild on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[22] Fire and Ice on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[23] Forest of Secrets on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[24] Rising Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[25] A Dangerous Path on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[26] The Darkest Hour on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[27] Unexpected Storylines on the Warriors official website

[28] Midnight on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[29] Moonrise on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[30] Dawn on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[31] Starlight on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[32] Twilight on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[33] Sunset on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[34] The Sight on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[35] Dark River on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[36] Outcast on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[37] Eclipse on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[38] Long Shadows on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[39] Sunrise on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[40] The Fourth Apprentice on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[41] Fading Echoes on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[42] Night Whispers on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[43] Sign of the Moon on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[44] The Forgotten Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[45] The Last Hope on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[46] The Apprentice's Quest on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[47] Thunder and Shadow on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[48] Shattered Sky on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[49] Darkest Night on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[50] River of Fire on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[51] The Raging Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[52] Lost Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[53] The Silent Thaw on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[54] Veil of Shadows on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[55] Darkness Within on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[56] The Place of No Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[57] A Light in the Mist on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[58] Revealed on A Return to RiverClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[59] River on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[60] Exclusive Title and Cover Reveal: A Starless Clan #2 on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[61] Exclusive Title and Cover Reveal: A Starless Clan #3 on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[bpded-62] Revealed on the dedication page of Bluestar's Prophecy

[fqded-63] Revealed on the dedication page of Firestar's Quest

[VFB-64] 63.0 ^63.1 Revealed on Vicky's Facebook (screenshot)

[65] Firestar's Quest on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[66] Bluestar's Prophecy on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[67] SkyClan's Destiny on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[68] Crookedstar's Promise on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[69] Yellowfang's Secret on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[70] Tallstar's Revenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[71] Bramblestar's Storm on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[72] Moth Flight's Vision on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[73] Hawkwing's Journey on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[74] Tigerheart's Shadow on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[75] Crowfeather's Trial on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[76] Squirrelflight's Hope on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[77] Graystripe's Vow on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[78] Leopardstar's Honor on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[80] Choose a cover - Super Edition 2022 on the Warriors official website (screenshot)

[81] Results for 2021 Super Edition character vote on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[pkded-82] Revealed on the dedication page of Pebbleshine's Kits

[dkded-83] Revealed on the dedication page of Daisy's Kin

[84] Hollyleaf's Story on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[85] Mistystar's Omen on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[86] Cloudstar's Journey on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[87] Tigerclaw's Fury on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[88] Leafpool's Wish on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[89] Dovewing's Silence on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[90] Mapleshade's Vengeance on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[91] Goosefeather's Curse on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[92] Ravenpaw's Farewell on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[:0-93] 91.0 ^91.1 ^91.2 Legends of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[94] Revealed on Vicky's Facebook(screenshot)

[uwu-95] 93.0 ^93.1 ^93.2 Path of a Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[tree-96] 94.0 ^94.1 ^94.2 A Warrior's Spirit on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[daisy-97] 95.0 ^95.1 ^95.2 A Warrior's Choice on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[lw1title-98] 96.0 ^96.1 Revealed in The Lost Warrior, page title

[manga1title-99] Revealed in The Rise of Scourge, page title

[ts1title-100] Revealed in Into the Woods, page title

[101] The Rise of Scourge on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[102] A Shadow in RiverClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[103] Winds of Change on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[104] Exile from ShadowClan on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[105] The Lost Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[106] Warrior's Refuge on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[107] Warrior's Return' on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[108] Into the Woods on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[109] Escape from the Forest on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[110] Return to the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[111] Shattered Peace on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[112] A Clan in Need on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[113] The Heart of a Warrior on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[114] The Rescue on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[115] Beyond the Code on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[116] After the Flood on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[catsded-117] Revealed on the dedication page of Cats of the Clans

[118] Secrets of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[119] Cats of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[120] Code of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[121] Battles of the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[122] Enter the Clans on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[123] Revealed on Barnes and Noble website

[124] The Ultimate Guide on the Warriors official website (backup link)

[ehc7-125] Revealed in Erin Hunter Chat 7

[126] Unexpected Storylines on the Warriors official website

[127] Revealed on Vicky's Facebook(screenshot)

[128] Revealed on Vicky's Facebook

[movie-129] Revealed on Vicky's Facebook

[130] Revealed on AV Club.com (backup link)

[edit-12] 1.0 ^1.1 James Noble, August 28, 2020. James confirms Gray Wing was supposed to die earlier, revealed through email.

[79] James Noble, April 16th, 2020. Leopardstar poll winner, revealed through email.

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