StarClan's Chosen ☆ Complete Warrior Cats M.A.P.

[@acemstudio]

20 years of kits, apprentices, queens, elders, leaders, of villains and heroes, of prophecies and omens, of adventures through the forest, adventures through the lake territories, of pain and loss and despair, of hope and life and love, 20 years of warriors....And all because a little kittypet with a pelt of fire answered the call of the wild.

[@333raee]

OMG YESS, THIS>>>

[@ribbitrabbit64]

I LOVE THIS

[@woltyandfriends382]

This left me on the verge of tears. Beautifully written.

[@thereal.lochnessmonster]

STOP IM CRYING NOWWW

[@Etensine]

YESS

[@Blixemi]

I absolutely adore this fandom. This left me breathless..

[@notYOUagain-]

I think warriors and WoF has the best maps /animations

[@ShinyRockruff132]

@@notYOUagain- all this is probably cause they still didn't make a series/film, so the Fandom decided to make that part of this handsome books

[@notYOUagain-]

@@ShinyRockruff132 yeah I guess :)

[@thedubas2677]

Yes. Waited 7 months, I didn’t see the map right away.

[@imalittlequeer]

exactly

[@BobaChai]

I honestly cannot fathom how this fandom of battle cats turned out to be one of the most hard working communities I have ever seen. The amount of sheer effort put into this single video is so insane and really captures how much hard work and love goes into the Warriors series from the fans alone. I personally even think the community has put in more hard work to make fan projects than it ever took to create the books. (Not to downplay the work of the writers.) The participants of maps and all of the collaborators and editors etc. etc. deserve so much more than just the pats on the back that each comment gives them! I wish I could watch every single animation on each panel of this map at once because I know how long it takes to make a single frame. Everyone did absolutely amazing and I wish I could do more than just write a comment!

[@pipsqueakforlife]

I agree with this 100%, each animation is truly beautiful

[@savageduck08_yt73]

Im only not liking this comment becuase its at 777 and it has to be perfect Edit: i wrote this comment when it was at 777 like and when i finished it was at 779,ummm ok

[@chrismusix5669]

@@savageduck08_yt73 Well, you tried! :3

[@ghostlylilacs7144]

i will downplay the work of the writers; they suck

[@rayneingdown]

This is so true. I couldn’t have wrote a better comment myself

[@gil7068]

My favorite teeny-tiny detail is at 3:45 where when Crookedstar taps Leopardstar’s forehead and there is no sparkle whereas for all the others there is one. It brings me to one of my favorite lines in Leopardstar’s Honor - “Maybe Crookedstar gave me all I needed in life,” after she didn’t get a life from him at her leader ceremony. It’s so hidden but also so sweet.

[@Sabrinathewitch2]

How do you have no replies when over 900 people liked this?

[@0rb]

FRR as much as Leopardstar's honor contradicted a lot of main arc writing, seeing her and Crookedstar's relationship was so wholesome. Idk if the detail was intentional or not, but regardless it's def a cool one !

[@kailynrowe-uw4lx]

Me too, and I really like how this tells from all the characters different perspectives. ❤ happy 20th warriors 🎉🐱

[@RosieLittlekiity]

I’ll keep a eye out for that detail!

[@TeaLeaf9353]

2:36 The way it says "my *mother* says your whole life's in the hand of God" referencing that Yellowfang is Brokentail's mother??? I love it. And the difference between Brambleberry saying it as in "you'll be okay, StarClan is with you" and then Yellowfang says it as "you will get what you deserve, StarClan will judge you"

[@SurgeFire]

I also like thinking it references how Brambleberry was a better mother than Rainflower ever was to Crookedstar ;)

[@Kay9youtube]

I think its extremely fitting and moving that Starclan's Chosen is premiered 5 years to the day that the Five Giants Map came out. I remember the day that Map premiered like it was yesterday and just goes to show how far the community has progressed and matured over the past half decade! StarClan's Chosen IS this generations Five Giants

[@currentlydead303]

It's because it's the release date of the first book :D

[@lilithhorrell]

agree completely

[@HiHi-lt1cb]

It's because the books came out 20 years ago today, and the Five Giants was for the 15th anniversary!

[@kacepark]

5 giants was 5 years ago??? Im dissolving into dust as we speak

[@ShmurplesArePurple]

You're making me feel old. I didn't realize 5 giants was already 5 years ago😭😭😭

[@whitesoulr]

20 freaking years and this community still leaves me impressed and amazed by the sheer amount of talent and commitment this book series has done to everyone that has read it. AND EVERYONE THAT HAS PARTICIPATED IN THIS DID AMAZING!

[@thedubas2677]

But their last video was 13 years ago , there’s no 20 years ago

[@ToqiallyKool]

@@thedubas2677 the first warrior cat book is 20 years old already that’s what their talking about

[@coolsword]

For real

[@phalanxlavasar4729]

Oh god don't remind me how old I am getting FML 😅

[@panthalassicpoet]

I just noticed how in the end, Bluestar in the border part is actually looking down on Firestar and watching his battle with Tigerstar. Initially she looks fearful and her eyes are darting back and forth to follow the fight, but then once Firestar lands a hit, she smiles and looks after him proudly, and then she assumes a calmer expression when Tigerstar dissolves. This is so cool; every individual part looked great on its own, but seeing them together like this just gives it a whole new meaning.

[@Joshdaly1]

I noticed that to, there are so many small details in this video that ive rewatched it so many times just to see them

[@panthalassicpoet]

@@Joshdaly1 Yeah, you notice something new every time! I just love the precision of the timing in making the events from different panels match up.

[@vertig0re689]

a lot of these border parts have those details! you can see some cats glancing to other cats or the big panels and reacting!

[@IronycheinPain]

@@vertig0re689 Tigerstar being a smugass looking at Blackstar will never not get me and also Pinestar looking at Firestar and Tigerstar's battle with guilt as if he wished things were different

[@acemstudio]

@@IronycheinPain I found it really interesting that it's TIGERSTAR who said "nothing has changed, He is the same." as that could be a number of things behind it: he could be talking about StarClan themselves, he could be talking about Blackstar himself, he could be talking about just THINGS in general always being the same. And yet in the WindClan scene, I think that's Windstar saying it, while Tallstar stays silent, looking at the fight with a stony expression, until Onestar drowns them both then he holds his head up. Almost like he was wondering if he had made the right choice in picking Onestar over Mudclaw-spoiler no he did not lol.

[@dellayson]

I love how blackstar says "angry at all things I can't change" because he has made a lot of bad choices but still treated his clan very well and was doing the best for his clan.

[@Sandblossom21743]

you're making me cry again please sTOP

[@Moonzart]

This feels like a tribute to every kid that grew up reading Warriors and playing cats with their friends. A tribute to the series and its fandom as a whole. I can't believe how emotional I got watching this...but in a way it feels like I watched a montage of my childhood.

[@FunkyCats-dt5uc]

I started crying. Is it just em or when you were younger did people ever wish they were in the story , like creating their own lore and character. Or was I just crazy? It sparked so many memories !

[@themasterofpotatoes9475]

It isss, I follow up with the warrior cats books up to Omen of the stars and Dawn of the clans. I have some special stories like Bluestar's profecy and some mini novels. I left the fandom after that, I kind of grew out of it (not really, never) but for me the saga of my childhood ended when Firestar died. This project stuck to the main plot, while speaking mostly about the clan leaders in a way that allowed me, someone who never delved into sidestories too much, to relive my hours upon hours of reading these books

[@ghostlygoner]

@@FunkyCats-dt5ucYESYESYES

[@Krissi2917]

I don't think I've ever been so excited for a map before in my LIFE. This is going to be one that people will remember for a very long time. SEE YA'LL AT THE PREMIERE!

[@catdango6079]

SAME

[@funkyd-class8082]

YEAAAAA

[@riverclansbest5720]

YEA SAME AAAAAA

[@envystar3]

Sorry, what premeire?

[@funkyd-class8082]

Right before the video officially came out, like the waiting thing

[@sheeeshka0]

my eyes: ⬅️⬆️↖️↙️⬅️↗️⬇️↔️↔️↙️⬅️↗️↕️⬇️↗️⬅️↙️↗️ The fandom has been alive for 20 years now, and it's amazing that it's still alive. Warrior cats are always in our heart ❤

[@black_it]

منجد😂😂😭

[@Cyber-Virus152]

same is so hard to watch both side at the same time

[@Pandora_404]

*OUR* heart

[@xXSunStrikeXx]

Firestar is 20 years old! Forget Mistystar- 😂

[@MrMichaelespino]

SAME!

[@crumb.crumblet.S.crumbington]

oh my gosh this was increidble! i had to rewatch this 100 times in order to see and appreciate every single individual part!! its amazing how much the wc community can do, its always so inpsiring and motivating! everyone here is a super star! this was so amazing, seeing all the animators i would watch when i was little and how much they have improved...! its really so inspiring to see how everyone in this community kept on growing and growing until they came together to create something amazing! every single part has so much work and love put into it, its so beautiful... i cant wait to rewatch this 100 more times! every single person who worked on this map deserves the highest praises i wish i could deposit my thoughts directly onto text to do so!!!

[@base2andaxolotl278]

I agree 100% with you- THIS MAP IS TOO AMAZING TO NOT WATCH- *and whatchu doin here?*

[@miragracestudios5104]

twas indeed, very lovely

[@dwrsseler5526]

it makes me so happy to see the people i grew up watching do all this as well. this community has always been one i will cherish

[@GHOSTly_Trees]

So true!!! You couldnt have put it better! This map really was just. so. fucking. good!!!!

[@wilbiegxlibi4516]

AGREED

[@ditzydoodle8381]

2:38 I love the contrast. Left side it's said in a comforting way, the right side is a warning and a reminder. It's so clever.

[@fatimaanimales]

Can we please appreciatte the part of Fire vs Tiger, how Pinestar is looking sadly at his son and he sang the part "nothing has change, he is the same" defeated??? And Bluestar how she looks worried but when Fire defeats Tiger she smiles proudly??? My favorite part

[@SombraWCUE]

I never noticed that and i love it

[@vixy2321]

Timestamp?

[@vixy2321]

Oh I found it

[@garbage_kittycat]

111

[@garbage_kittycat]

1111

[@felidawn]

One thing I think people don’t realize about the WC community is how it has the most dedicated artists of any fandom. Every MAP part takes probably a MINIMUM of 10 hours, can you think of any other fandom that commonly is creating art pieces all taking over 10 hours? It’s an insane amount of dedication and skill. Such a great group of people we’ve got here ❤

[@shadymercs]

Have to agree. There are definitely some other good Fandom's out there, but the WC community is in a league of their own. The dedication and passion from Warriors fans is something you'd expect from people who work on movies or television series, not an online community inspired by some books.

[@hnitsua]

@@shadymercs I'm sad there aren't that many creative fandoms out there. They're missing a golden opportunity

[@kit6024]

The concept of making one of these parts in ONLY ten hours is already a terrifying level of both talent and skill. The love poured into this project is absolutely phenomenal.

[@thebininabin4410]

@@hnitsua The way you phrased it was kinda rude, but I see what you mean. I think its because warriors has been around for 20 years, and since cats are well loved by pretty much everyone, it became popular and well.. it still is lol. Since a lot of people grew up with the series, their skills at art likely grew too, which is why we have these animations and MAPS.

[@shadymercs]

@@hnitsua I have to agree, maybe it's credit to just how impressive the Warriors community is. A lot of our fans grew up with the series, which definitely helps fuel the passion and dedication. Iam not saying there's not other creative Fandom's out there, but from what I've seen, Warriors has one of the best.

[@NeoMagicStar]

I actually cried. It's not even a AU that has a sad ending (Crookedgoose, Everlasting Night), but today has made me realize how much I love this fandom. My brother calls me weird for having a fixation on these books, but it's because I love them. I love this fandom and I love how much has been done for it. I don't care for how bad the books have gotten, it's the fandom that keeps it alive. Keep on going strong Warrior Cats. Never die.

[@zadayaz]

i am so obsessed with the detail at 5:03 with the skies behind nightstar being clouded over since he wasn't granted nine lives by starclan, and the backgrounds for brokenstar and tigerstar being completely starless since they ended up in the dark forest, i love this map so much

[@cloudytea.]

Omg I just noticed that! Thanks for pointing it out!

[@HarvestPeiskos2209]

Notice something else, Nightstar as least has a MOON in his sky, the dark forest leaders have absolutely nothing but clouds.

[@bingdinggold1877]

I CANNOT WATCH this video without sobbing multjple times, I thought after like 20 I'd quit but I just can't. AND I STARTED UP AGAIN WHEN YOU POINTED THAT OUT

[@bingdinggold1877]

​@@HarvestPeiskos2209 all the leaders lines up always got to me and is cool as heel. I didn't think it could get better. The detail in this will be studied by scholars for centuries

[@cmhandcjw]

that is very sad though he was a good leader

[@Caballo96L]

05:09 I like how Tallstar watches Onestar finally doing the right thing and, at the end, looks at him proudly. Such a nice detail.

[@lemonmoth.]

Oh you're right! You can even see his pupils flitting about in sync with the fighting as if he's actually watching it happen

[@TakiariTheDragon]

And then some years later he became one of the worse leaders of windclan

[@Malayarempel]

The way that he was hitting his own head repeatedly, claws unsheathed, at 4:17 was just so unbelievably emotional. Props to that animator

[@arduinopi_r3]

what cat is that?

[@Malayarempel]

@@arduinopi_r3 I'd think it's FireHeart/Star

[@jasperzatch610]

@@arduinopi_r3 fireheart crying over the kit he carried, gorsepaw wasnt it?

[@acemstudio]

@@jasperzatch610 yes. I very vividly remember that part of the book. "All of that was wasted now....Thanks to Tigerstar." Firestar was pretty visibly upset by the death. Not quite to this degree, but more so pissed off and angry and enraged as well as devastated.

[@Omega_WoIf]

@@acemstudio In my head canon, whenever Fireheart/Star saw Gorsepaw, it seemed more like an Older Brother being with his younger brother.

[@Sambiir]

I've never opened a single Warrior Cats book in my entire life, yet I've been following these animations for years. Putting together the story through all of you guys great storytelling and animations. I just wanted to say I cried watching this, its so amazing seeing the dedication and the growth of so many hard working individuals. The greatest gift any author could ever recieve is to spark a fandom just like this one, bravo!

[@BobRossCat]

Sometimes I think of if I made a book series this popular, and saw people making things like these because of the series. The rest of my life would probably be more positive if I knew one of my own creations drove others to create something this, just because they loved what I had made :,)

[@hnitsua]

@@BobRossCat I’ve always wanted to make 2 book series: one abt society inspired by warriors, and a futuristic racing show inspired by initial D and Pokémon. I’d have a foundation book where people could get ideas abt how these books are read and how to make them as books or animations. It be the greatest crossover when multiple authors are writing at the same time

[@Sambiir]

@@BobRossCat I have frequent daydreams too about reading fanfics, scrolling through thousands of fanart and watching scribbly animatics, full-fledged animations, and wonderful MAP's and PMV's inspired from characters and world-concepts that I orginially created, but now also loved and experienced by others. What a rich and fulfilling life to know that people find comfort in a universe only shared between us. Best of luck to you if you ever decide to write that book series. We all believe in you!

[@BobRossCat]

@@Sambiir Thank you for the kind words! I don't imagine I'll ever write a book, but I enjoy art!

[@Sambiir]

@@hnitsua Ooh! That sounds intriguing, dont give up on that dream! I'm not much of a crossover writer myself, but I do love reading them.

[@naomiicong]

ITS FINISHED?!! this is going to be one heck of a map, I can already feel that its going to be one of the greatest map projects-

[@minecraftstar_]

correction, it WILL be one of the greatest map projects i’d expect nothing less of this map than The Five Giants level popularity

[@paigem5896]

@@minecraftstar_ Further correction - it IS one of the greatest maps of all time! This is incredible!!! Bravo to everyone involved! 👏

[@JaellyBeanz]

“Tears at a funeral” IM HERE SOBBING AS IF I DID CRY AT A FUNERAL. The whole map was certainly something to wait for. The concepts, and art, the animation is all so well put together. So many wonderful animators brought together in 6 minutes, it was breathe taking. Each part flown into each other so well

[@base2andaxolotl278]

Yooo hi pastel :D

[@pikathemimikyu6655]

4:04 one of the best scenes I don't see anyone talking about is this one showing Blackfoot staring at his bloody paw in horror after slaughtering an innocent ThunderClan elder (Rosetail). Blackstar is such an underrated character! He's gotta be one of the best ShadowClan leaders (character wise) in my opinion. He's just so unique and carries so much guilt and shame from his past, yet he still became an honorable leader in the end who died trying to protect his clan from the flood.

[@pikathemimikyu6655]

Oh no!! I called him Blackclaw instead of Blackfoot; I'm so ashamed 😭😭😭

[@SpottertheOtterfox]

Blackfoot paw looks like Graypaw in SSS Warriors 😭😭

[@gothicsloth4552]

He wasn't even a main character yet got one of the best redemption arcs in the series. What an amazing leader.

[@cicadeus7741]

Blackfoot/star really looked at his piece of the world and WANTED to change it for the better. He isn't a good guy, but he tries. That's what makes him so damn likeable

[@catxborsuq1]

Blackstar is definitely the best ShadowClan leader in the main series, although that's maybe not saying much considering the other leaders were: two tyrants/war criminals, a sickly cat that started unnecessary battles, a kindhearted weak cat who let his Clan disappear (though that's a more complicated matter) or a cat that abandoned his Clan to run away with his mate from another Clan while he was their deputy ;p But yeah, Blackstar is awesome, his novella might have been the best one^^

[@kittennoodle]

The best part about this map is that no matter how many times you watch it, you always find something new.

[@hnitsua]

thats the magic of animation, or just art in general. not only i appreciate those who add in such details, i appreciate more of those who notice them

[@EGGPRIEST]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR LETTING ME AND MARSHU COLLAB ON A PART IN THIS!!! everyone did so incredibly well on this project and im so happy to see the full thing. this is breathtaking. what a masterpiece

[@dokusa2173]

The final shot of the third generation of leaders is, from left to right, Tigerstar (Tigerheart), Harestar, Bramblestar, Mistystar, and Leafstar, I believe. For those unsure!

[@aveni5634]

Huh?the new generation leaders?I guess Mistystar have one more arc to go,right?

[@N-TheSilly]

I guess I forgot what Rowanstar looked like cuz I thought that was Rowanstar for a second

[@BlueMaroonAnimations]

So amazing ❤️ I watched this on my 65” 4K tv with tears in my eyes. The big screen really made this feel like a professional music video. One of the most beautiful MAPs with such a creative sense of art direction. I was so glad to be able to be apart of it 🥹 wonderful job everyone! I can’t believe how many amazing animators this community has created, each part is truly inspiring!

[@kali9399]

1:27 the animated waves are just amazing, the flow of them and also being shaped as dogs is just a nice and noticable detail

[@parkerbutcool]

I DIDNT EVEN NOTICE THAT! this part is so great

[@duckeatsrice]

seriously!!

[@i_moved_channels]

OH ITS DOGS?? I DIDN’T SEE THAT THANK YOU

[@irhouen6289]

4:13 gave me shivers. Gorsepaw’s death was so tragic and all the animators captured the horror and sadness of it SO well… you did Gorsepaw justice. 10/10, made me cry

[@lemonballs]

i miss gorsepaw 😢

[@Nightlight_EditZ]

RIP Gorsepaw, you were sweet.

[@kailynrowe-uw4lx]

Yes, even though I like Tigerstar (as a villain) this was one of the worst things that he’s ever done. He gave Firestar and Windclan so many emotional scars from this moment. (Especially Onewhisker and Morningflower)

[@gothicsloth4552]

Gorsepaw is the only death in the series that made me genuinely weep. Not to say that others haven't made me cry but this was on another level. Tigerstar tried to rule the entire forest yet ripping a child's life away infront of his mother is undoubtedly the worst thing he's ever done for me.

[@kailynrowe-uw4lx]

@@gothicsloth4552 yeah and he was gonna make clan so proud and be the best warrior he could be

[@Videogamefangirl]

God where on EARTH do we even START with all the details on this absolute wreckingball of a masterpiece?! Like: 0:48 - How Talltail & Bluefur stare at opposite corners of the screen, contemplating the weight of their choices 1:29 - The waves are DOG HEADS??? 1:34 - The rabbit has the same fur and pattern design as Sandgorse??!? 1:54 - The separate scenes merging to have both Mapleshade & Crookedjaw facing the camera 2:05 - Yellowfang & Raggedpelt: "Damn" 2:24 - Brokentail closing his eyes when Yellowfang turns to look at him because he KNOWS his gaze will show NO GRIEF WHATSOEVER 2:42 - Both Brambleberry & Yellowfang looking up, & in the next scene Crookedstar looking up, and Brokenstar looking down 3:58 - GOING TO NEED TO RANT ABOUT THIS OKAY. ALL OF THIS. EVERY SINGLE ONE. Firestar's fur rustling with strength and excitement; determined to be the new leader, Onestar unsure, afraid and self-doubting until his expression hardens; cold and aggressive, Leopardstar completely calm and composed; "I was born for this", Blackstar with his ears back, uncertain, then taking a breath and standing tall and proud. JUST. ALL OF THIS. EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS. HOLY MOTHER OF - 4:52 - Blackstar's eyes matching the eclipse omfg?? 5:02 - These leader squares are NUTS - Shadowstar grimacing and then closing her eyes when Blackstar drowns; the blackness/no stars behind Brokenstar & Tigerstar, the simple pale moon but no stars for Nightstar, 5:09 - Heatherstar & Tallstar both looking concerned until Onestar drowns Darktail, Heatherstar relieved & Tallstar straightening up. 5:15 - Bluestar's concerned face until Tigerstar is killed, breaking into a smile; Pinestar glancing down in shame; "Nothing has changed, he (Tigerstar) is the same", Thunderstar stoic and straightfaced "Nothing has changed; he is the same (He is like me, this is what a ThunderClan cat does)". 5:27 - THE LEADERS ALL OPENING THEIR EYES TO THE RHYTHM OF THE FADING ECHO?? Like there are SO MANY incredible details in ALL of this I couldn't possibly mention them all; but this is just to say that the work and effort put into this is INCREDIBLE. 10/10 to all of the artists who worked incredibly hard to bring this into reality; you're all INCREDIBLE.

[@superfanamber]

God I didn't even notice half of these (mostly the border parts because I was trying to focus on the middle panel more). This is such a well done MAP and everyone who took part should be really proud of themselves.

[@zylinbia2575]

HOLY CRAP THE WAVES ARE DOG HEADS

[@YTMythicsnek]

That's alot to say😮

[@thenosieyartist6924]

5:15 to add another thing to add to pinestar ans thunderstar, they glance in the other's direction at different times, "nothing has changed-" (pine to thunder) "-he is the same" (thunder to pine)

[@cmhandcjw]

i never noced that thanks

[@Kid--Stardust]

Idk if i've commented this before lol, but i love how the line "your whole life is in the hand of god" is used IN DIFFERENT CONTEXTS!! A comfort, an assurance, a warning, a taunt, a truth!! it's so fucking WILD how many connotations that line took throughout the video!! and often in juxtaposition to each other!!!

[@gylfie1099]

OOOOOGH 2:35 I LOVE HOW IT’S TWO DIFFERNET MOTHERS TO THEIR SONS IN COMPLETELY DIFFERENT TONES.

[@Spiritwhisper5858]

Brambleberry isn’t Crookedstar’s mother :(

[@gylfie1099]

@@Spiritwhisper5858 Yes she is, I refuse to accept that she didn’t treat him as her kit after seeing how terrible Rainflower was to him.

[@willow7657]

5:21 no one’s gonna talk about how greatly they drew blue star and how the expressions were so accurate and matching to her personality?

[@WarriorBazooka]

Found myself the most moved by Blackstar's parts. The fact that throughout his life, he had committed a lot of wrongs and been loyal to some of the most villainous characters in the series, only to realize those wrongs and seek to redeem himself and be a better leader for Shadowclan. Yes, he was deceived by Sol and had his faith tested, but I think what really nails it for me is how his last action before he drowned was to save a kit from the floodwaters. It makes it feel like he was really humbled by all of his experiences in his life. 4:19 Him being stared down by Stonefur and feeling the weight of all his actions upon him. Damn.

[@pianopickles_]

I say it with full confidence that yall just created a project JUST AS ICONIC as Five Giants. Not only the skills of all participants are marvelous but the idea itself is something so refreshing and monumental that you just can't pass by it. The raw emotions that were portrayed here, immaculate storytelling and composition of all shots are absolutely stunning.

[@aidenbear1233]

wow, literal TEARS man. i am an aspiring illustrator who would never have taken that leap from “kid drawing when she’s bored” to “teen looking up as many art tutorials as possible to learn on her own terms” without this series and its maproject community. 11-year-old me was shocked when she realized that people _my age_ were making animations for big youtube projects _on their phones/laptops._ it inspired me so much, because i realized that becoming a great artist without an expensive drawing tablet/computer is possible. and that if i wanted, i could join this community of teenagers and college students making large projects about a book series they loved even now that i’ve moved on from this series and drawing cats, i still keep up with this community and it still inspires me to this day. if this maproject was a thing when i was a kid, i’m sure it would have become my driving fuel for becoming an artist/animator. as cheesy as it sounds, to me, this maproject represents the excitement i felt when i discovered the warriors animation community for the first time and saw so many teens around my age who were incredibly skilled at art. in fact, i don’t think i would even have taken art seriously if it weren’t for this community and not only does this hold sentimental value for me because of that, it’s also SUCH a good representation of the series itself. the parallels drawn between each character is so interesting and unique!!! i especially love the scene where firestar, leopardstar, onestar, and blackstar get their nine lives from their leaders (3:36), especially 4:32, where spottedleaf recites the prophecy in front of firepaw and mudfur smiles while talking to leopardkit, and then firepaw and leopardkit turn into firestar and leopardstar…. MAN i’ve been writing this for almost half an hour now so i’ll probably edit this later to add more, but for now tl;dr: this community inspired me to become an aspiring illustrator and i don’t regret it. thank you

[@shinyshade8026]

Can we talk about the awe and breathlessness 4:37 has? Is so magical and really just shows the splendor of the lake. The detail of the owl flying over the group of cats to reveal a giant glittering pool of stars, showing the group where they belong. Its wonderous!!

[@theplebqueen0v053]

I know right🤩

[@acatcalledthunderstar7]

If you look carefully you can see it's actually 3D animation which i think gives it a really unique feel - if it was anywhere else in the map the style would be jarring against all the smooth 2d stuff so using it in that one wide sweeping shot that requires a moving camera is really smart

[@mitochondriaisalsothelungs5986]

This is definitely one of BEST maps I've EVER seen. The mirroring/contrast between Brambleberry and Yellowfang and Crookedjaw and Brokenstar?! "Your whole life's in the hand of God" for Crookedjaw it's saying "Don't be a afraid, everything will be alright." For Brokenstar it's saying "You'll get what you deserve." And the background colors being soft blue and blood red just- AHHH. And Gorsepaw's death?! The panel of Firestar remembering how he saved Gorsekit next to the panel of him sobbing over Gorsepaw's body- WOW. Yellowfang's resigned "damn" as she realizes the life she knew is gone. Bluestar's death, Crookedjaw's leadership ceremony with the symbolic pike fish, every little detail put into this masterpiece is INCREDIBLE. This has gotta be the most talented fandom on the planet 💙

[@sajidantat9853]

4:23 Leopardstar 's reaction to Stonefur's death got me in tears

[@lemonballs]

leopardstar deserves better.

[@raijyn2452]

​@@lemonballsStonefur's the one who deserved better

[@pikathemimikyu6655]

​@lemonballs it was Leopardstar's fault, even if she regretted it later. Stonefur's the one who deserved better.

[@Misha_Katsuki]

@@pikathemimikyu6655 Leopardstar’s Honour was just so disappointing to read

[@namikkou]

I love how the animator portrayed her expressions. First a little concerned before turning to outright _horror_ with tears forming in her eyes before composing herself, but still seeming so close to breaking down

[@hale_wolf4003]

I watched this with my mom in the dark, and we both had our jaws dropped at the end. This was definitely the best warriors MAP I know of! In my opinion

[@NIK0NI]

Watch Bluestar - Coyote, hope you like it

[@ShinyRockruff132]

I wish that my parents would even want to watch this with me. They'd probably say: "we can't right now" or "no, it's too childish..." Tho I really think that if I am who I am now, it's Thanks to Warriors..... Those books taught me a bunch of stuff...

[@parkerbutcool]

I CANNOT GET OVER 1:28 they way they animate the water is breathtaking and extremely impressive!! great job!

[@Kiaisme]

I hope people never stop creating. Its one of the most beautiful things in life. There are people behind every frame, movement and detail and that is so beautiful. I want to keep seeing the stories and life people breath through their art, this labor of love is one i feel so honored to experience.

[@GlitchStudioz]

I love how Bluestar smiles when Firestar finally defeats Tigerstar at 5:15

[@Spiraltimez]

I never noticed that till now 😮

[@willowjewelG]

I can’t believe Warriors is 20 years old! My love for storytelling and drawing would never have kicked off without reading this amazing series. All of you who participated in this MAP are incredible.

[@bubblelovessans]

SAME

[@frostysart2274]

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE?! Oh my god, this made me so emotional. Warriors means so much to me and I’m sure many many people in the fandom feel the same, so this touched my heart. Every part was stunning and they all flowed so well! It was so incredible to see so many styles and artists come together like this! This project is something the fandom will treasure and remember forever, HAPPY 20TH ANNIVERSARY WARRIORS! ✨❤

[@eighthsun]

It was such a wonderful experience, I'm so glad to be a part of this gorgeous MAP!

[@DominiqueRamseyArt]

And on Warriors 20th birthday too?? Im gonna cry, such a beautiful tribute from an exceptionally talented group of artists. You all did not just create a group project, but an entire short film worthy of a Tony award!

[@bee9330]

The only way I can describe the feeling while watching this video and being in the fandom for over 12 years now is: it feels like experiencing the "Five giants" all over again. I feel moved, the animation is spectacular, the colors, the music, and the stories are all tied together so perfectly. It feels like nearly every book and scene was seen in the video. This was truly wonderful, and I can't wait to see more

[@paigespage209]

5:05 That transition with the water between Blackstar and Onestar is amazing!!

[@HarvestBrook]

This was one of the best managed and directed MAPs I’ve ever been a part of, and I’m honored that I was able to contribute to it!! It turned out to be one of the most creative and breathtaking MAPs I’ve ever seen, and really highlights all the best parts of this fandom!! Thank you so much for letting me be a part of it, and for everything else you do for this community, Nifty!!! 1000/10 I’ve watched this 4 times already and cried at each one with a big ol smile on my face

[@TUNDRAHOMBRE]

Watch this and remember that this used to be just a bunch of cats fighting each other in a forest. And animators and Erin decided to give them a lot more life. This is insane, probably the best Warrior cats map out there, and that’s saying something.

[@PatchworkRose567]

I love this fandom so much. Through all of faults and mess ups the book series has given us, the fandom has stayed strong and ever creative. Here’s to 20 years more of animation and art from this community!

[@ghostgirl818]

I only JUST realized that the waves at 1:29 are goddamn DOGS omg that is so good!

[@Chai-the-Artist]

This kind of feels like a finale , like this community has been around for 20 years and now we are showing off all of our hard work as a huge animation project celebration the series.

[@sunstartle]

I had no clue about this MAP before going in and I thought people on social media were just being overdramatic but no... oh my god I think this is the peak. Like can we even go up from here? Absolutely awe-inspiring, amazing effort from every single person involved. It's things like this that make me think that the Warriors fandom is full of ten times the talented, creative, hardworking & passionate people than any other fandom currently in existence. Massive props to every single person involved with this, no matter how small the contribution. It's MAPs like this that made me love the fandom as a kid, and MAPs like this that are why I still love it.

[@oceantheeditor]

This has to be one of the hard-earned Warrior Cats MAPs ever made. Six minutes of so many unique animations, and finished in 10 months??? Truly insane what some of us can accomplish. Great work to all who contributed in making this masterpiece. 💫

[@ameliab7626]

Sooo beautiful so proud to be in this one !!!! ❤️❤️

[@Saru_doesntexist]

5:15 I CANNOT IGNORE THIS UNDERRATED DETAILS, Blue' star looking at fire' star at first worried when he look like almost fail for tiger' star but when he get up blue' star look proud like he's her unbiology son.

[@skyler_thepatato9125]

Firestar completely breaking down because Gorsepaw died was something I didn't know I needed to see 😭 I'm not crying you are

[@_no_moon_]

Standing ovation for everyone who came together for this map. Thank you for making this fandom beautiful

[@wandering_chronicles]

Trust me - StarClan told me this MAP will become a classic. Amazing tribute to the series, congrats to the animators & thanks to Nifty for making this project, we ALL LOVE IT. ♥♥

[@mossysprout]

I am SO SO SO excited for this MAP!! Everyone worked so incredibly hard and I'm so grateful to have been able to be apart of such a lovely project and community 💕💕💕

[@chrismusix5669]

Thank you for your hard work!

[@Michi_Galaxy3821]

all the years, losses, deaths, leaders, warriors, sacrifices, betrayals and years were spectacular, the animators did a great job, only those of us who read at least one book will know the emotion of reading the books. This song is perfect to describe the 20 years, and all this because of the fire that saved the clan for the losses of blue star, the adventure of tall star, the crooked jaw of crooked star, the betrayal of tigerstar for the decision of black star . leopard star's claim, thanks erin hunter...

[@Sandblossom21743]

i love the dichotomy of Brambleberry and Yellowfang both saying "your whole life's in the hand of God." When Brambleberry says it, it's a reassurance - you'll be okay, Crookedstar. When Yellowfang says it, it's a threat. You will be judged, Brokenstar.

[@amphiolet]

I'm not part of the Warriors fandom, never have been, but what everyone creates never fails to astonish me. The people in this fandom are so incredibly skilled. With that being said, the amount of talent and skill in this project amazes me to no end! I can tell everyone poured their heart and soul into their part, and together it's turned into one of the most beautiful MAPs I have ever seen. Huge props to every artist in here, you're all an inspiration.

[@nixtwix07]

I got literal chills watching this. 4:35 This scene got me the shivers reminding me of spirit horse of Cimarron all of ya did a fabulous job!

[@SnazzyNewt]

I WAS NOT EXPECTING THIS TO BE DONE SO FAST??? 10 months? and on warrior's 20th anniversary no less?? holy crap im so pumped, amazing job nifty and everyone who participated for getting this done so quickly and efficiently wow

[@Golden_Art123]

4:48 it’s so well drawn! This is the moment when Leopard'Star told Feather'Tail and the others to leave her to die! And after Feather'Tail, Hawk'Paw and Storm'Fur saved him! I really love this moment! I love the thing that this MAP took even comic book moments like this moment! Plus you kept the wounds on the fox's eyes! It's truly magnificent!

[@CatsEyeFInc93]

i can't stop crying. this fandom. this series. these stories. they mean the world to me. the inspiration and the passion that it drew out of people. i can't. my chest is so tight. this video is a commemoration for everything that has been established in 20 years of writing, but it also is a triumph of creativity and animation, storyboarding and interpretation, symbolism and character analysis. there aren't enough words for me to say about this. for the good times, the bad times, and everything in between, I am proud to be part of this community.

[@azuritecrow7110]

I've been with this fandom since I was 6. I'm turning 20 this year and still, to this day every artist amazes me with their talent of bringing these characters to life. I literally cried because of how beautiful it was, seeing my favorite characters go through their lives in simple yet amazing colorful flashes of art. I love this fandom with my entire heart and I'm so glad to be part of the community. Thank you Firestar and the Erins for giving us a fandom to be proud of when everyone else teases us for it.

[@audreygiordano5876]

This is why it’s so important to see the full product rather than just going through the MAP playlist…this editing is EVERYTHING!! Everybody did a stunning job, but I wanna give credit where credit is due, fantastic editing and incredible work! An instant Warrior cats legend ❤

[@hnitsua]

this made me realize that the animators uploading their map parts is a spoiler, they should always add it after their premier so people can be completely surprised when they see the final product first

[@All_The_Beans]

@@hnitsua I can see your reasoning, but if you don’t want spoilers then just don’t watch the part? Also, animators posting their map parts usually drum up a lot of “advertisement” if you will for the finished product; I can’t tell you how many times the only reason i’ve found a map is through a map part. Not to mention, it’s not rare for a map to just… never get finished, even if it seems like it will, so animators really can’t just hold back their part without knowing if they’re gonna be able to post it or not within the foreseeable future, yknow?

[@hnitsua]

@@All_The_Beans right. i post wip before the finished product too. but its still pretty thrilling to see something completed first and then going back and praising the individual animators

[@All_The_Beans]

@@hnitsua oh definitely! especially when it’s a not as well known animator, it’s so great to see how maps shine light on underrated channels

[@hnitsua]

@@All_The_Beans that way people can comment more directly to each animator too. i always liked it when people say a map part reminds them of disney, that happens a lot here

[@silver_thistle]

The rewatch value for this is unreal. Congrats to every single artist involved in this. This is incredible!

[@wolflylysenpai]

Man I just couldn't take my eyes of this for a millisecond, this is a pure masterpiece I'm obsessed

[@FunkyCats-dt5uc]

0:59 when tallstar cries, it made me cry, the emotion is shown so clearly

[@ShallowStep]

This is going to be STUNNING! So many amazing animators worked so hard on this! I remember watching all of the map parts over and over! I freaked out when I saw this and sent it to all of my friends. This will be a MAP that will definitely be looked up on.

[@folkmore.forever]

This fandom is so beautiful. 20 years ago, a kittypet named Rusty stepped “Into The Wild” and everything changed after that. I can’t believe how amazing this community is, and the fact that these people can come together to make this masterpiece is honestly breathtaking. Everyone did such an amazing job, including the host, Nifty-Senpai. This map will be remembered forever, just like the series, which will always be my favorite. ❤

[@Gold_Pup]

Just in time for Warriors’ 20th anniversary- this MAP is literally breath taking Everyone did so incredibly amazing- you can tell how much work was put into each part- everything just looks so professional. I really hope all of the animators are proud of themselves. This MAP will definitely go down in history as one of the greatest of all time

[@saturnalia___05]

this map is probably the most impressive one i’ve ever seen. i have loved warriors from such a young age and this video makes me want to cry not just from the stories but from the talent and dedication everyone has for this project. i missed the upload cause i don’t use youtube very much but i remember seeing everyone’s parts as this map was being made and i was very excited for it. this is probably my favorite warriors map. very beautiful!!!!!

[@sonalipalse]

I cannot express how much I love this map and the warriors fandom. The sheer effort put in to this is amazing! This hit me way harder than it should have 😢😢

[@GEKKOZILLA]

Im so happy I participated in this map! Everyone did so well and Niftys management was superb. Getting this big of a project done in less than a year is such an achievement!

[@AquaFellDown]

STOP. BECAUSE THIS IS AMAZING. THE END WAS SO AMAZINGLY DRAMATIC AND AAAA- I love how unique all the border parts are and every animator put so much effort into this part. I have never felt so flabbergastered at a MAP. I also love how this isn’t just events, it’s dipictions of things like Crookedstar turning into water and Mapleshade crushing him, Bluestar running into a huge wave and drowning, Yellowfang having Brokenstar’s blood on her paws and more. And again, I can’t explain how the ending made me feel, it’s just too amazing.

[@kiaz1st]

This is such an insane example of a huge amount of animators coming together to passionately create an incredible project that _everyone_ enjoyed and wanted to bring justice to.. you can _see_ the passion and enjoyment these animators had in their work!!! Everyone loved creating this and _I can tell._ So incredible. The direction, art and narrative wise, is just mind blowing. Overjoyed to see something like this come to fruition again. The rewards for something so full of life are incredible. I hope all of the animators and host enjoy it

[@kiaz1st]

Incredible animation all round

[@ShinyRockruff132]

5:23 gives me chills??? Whyyyy lol I love this MAP. It's literally the 20th time I watch this

[@cursedstarflight]

i literally discovered warriors about a year ago, and just 3 weeks after that this map was released, at first when i watched it i understood little to nothing, but as i progressed on the books everytime i came back to watch this i understood more and more of the scenes, and now after exactly a year this map has been released i can now proudly say that i understood every single scene in here

[@anotherstrangeronyoutube]

Just in time for the 20th anniversary of the Warriors books! So excited to see this map!

[@teampokepals763]

There's so much love captured in every frame of this map, watching it makes me feel like my kid-self hanging off the edge of my seat at the library reading the books. Really gorgeous work from everyone who participated, especially Nifty - I adore the creative direction in this video, and the thought of managing this many people kinda makes my head spin lol. I can't imagine it was easy, but the final result is probably one of the best multi-animator projects out there! Happy 20th anniversary, Warriors.

[@sootsketch430]

I actually shed a single tear. And I don’t usually cry. This just goes to show how amazing this MAP has been, and how breathtaking it came out to be. Each and every animator worked so quickly for their work, and their work is incredible. This MAP truly touched me, after all the years of reading Warriors. Thank you so much.

[@TigerSwipes]

This genuinely made me so emotional. I've been a part of the WC community since I was a kid, I was reading the books as I grew up, and they became my childhood. They were my saving grace growing up, I never had friends, I was bullied, I suffered from severe social anxiety... But through it all, through the troubles of home life and school, I always had this community and the books to help me. There were so many times in my life where I nearly gave up and this community SAVED me. I'll never ever forget just how much this community alone has helped me. Even when I Stray away for a while, I always, ALWAYS, find myself returning. While the writers haven't been the best over the last few years with some... very serious issues, I love what we as a fandom have done together. Like... I'm nearly 25 now, and it just absolutely blows my mind how much WC as a whole has changed my life. To this day, I still RP these silly little battle cats and love content made for it... I really and truly believe I would not be here today without it or you all, so thank you so much. But moving onto the project - HOLY SMOKES??? I am just blown away at this, like... you all made a cinematic animation video??? Full length??? For FREE???

[@jasperpaws]

Me: I would *never* cry during a warrior cats map… Also me during this map: **absolutely bawling my eyes out**

[@slashersvictim]

small detail but i love how the border parts with the leaders all have stars in the background except for brokenstar and tigerstar’s- and nightstar’s background is mostly clouded with only a few stars peeking through

[@Eldergodintheformofakitten]

OHHHH MYYY GODDD IT'S FINISHED!!!!! I've been following every part that's come out up to the realese of the final project and just before the premiere, I have to say, everyone's done a FANTASTIC job! This fandom has gotten so much accomplished, with just our imagination and determination as fuel! I just wanna say thank you to Nifty for hosting this map, you've truly inspired and raised all of us since the boom of the fandom, and now you're back to gift us with this absolutely astonishing Map that will definitely be mentioned for years to come. The warriors series may have been through a few bumps, but the fandom is still strong and just as creative as ever!!! Best wishes to all, and ESPECIALLY the animators and artists that worked on this project. Thank you, and let's all hope for more wondrous work from this community!!! 💖

[@an_apple_a_day]

I don't think it's a stretch to say that this is the single best project to ever come out of the warriors fandom, huge credit to all the artists and especially Nifty for the incredible art direction. Kudos!

[@coyotix]

I love the part of Brambleberry and Yellowfang. Not only does the line "my mother said your life is in the hands of god" reference the differences in their motherhood, but also for Brambleberry, she's telling Crookedstar to have faith, and for Yellowfang, she's telling Brokenstar to start praying.

[@Nightsong_wcue]

OMG this is the most beautiful MAP’s I’ve ever seen, every single person who participated NEVER failed to disappoint me. All the tiny little details, like the orange glow in her eyes when she gives Firestar’s ninth life, (3:56) Blackfoot’s head turning to the beat of the choir, ( 4:27 ) the waves looking like the dogs that Bluestar died with ( 1:29 ) and much, much more!! It’s absolutely amazing!!! 😊😮🤯✨😍

[@placeboa]

This was such a labor of love, and you could see it in every frame!! Over 100+ animators on a project this big, seriously so many kudos to everyone who participated! Yall did amazing and thank you for all your hard work and talents!

[@HiHi-lt1cb]

OH MY GOSH, This was EPIC!!! I can't believe warriors is 20 years old now!! I've been reading the books for almost 10 years, and its insane they're still going! These cats have been through so much, and all of those stories are captured SO BEAUTIFULLY in this map!! I cried at the end... two generations of leaders we grew up with are now gone. The shot of the current ones at the end actually made me excited to see how the new arc plays out! THIS was such a LOVE LETTER to the fandom!! Wonderful job to everyone who made this!!!

[@molpish.]

So many of these parts look like they came right out of a movie! The quality in it, this is such an amazing project!!!

[@ToxicKittiSP]

1:43 Oh lord. This part , makes me cry now. Seeing Tus’s part. I know death is a natural thing , yet it hurts. Rest in piece , Tus.

[@101Tigerheart]

I fully sobbed when the credits rolled. I am SO proud to be in this fandom 🥹. Been here since the early days and this is such a labor of love! There are truly no words to encapsulate this feeling. Thank you for everyone’s hard work and dedication.