StarClan's Chosen: A Warriors MAP Call

[@NiftySenpai]

Thank you so much for the interest and the applications!! Once again, I won't be finalizing any parts until at least Friday, it takes me a while to sort through the apps (There are currently 450) and there are a lot of parts I have to dish out. Thanks so much for the patience and the kind words ;; There will be another sort of round for intermission illustrations, and the ending border illustrations/tweens later (Maybe in like 2-4 weeks) so hopefully I can include more folks in then as well.

[@missoli]

seriously so excited for this, i know you've been working so hard on this and i can't wait to see how everyone collaborates

[@4C1D_F3L1N3]

May i join?

[@MalloryGrizzell]

I know im late to the party but would it be an issue if I practice animating some of these sections on my own? im trying to teach myself how to animate and do a little better with direction.

[@Madjichen]

I'm looking forward to it!

[@sweetteahyung6351]

i don't really animate but i would love to get in on one of the illustrations whenever that's a thing c: this is gonna be so cool!

[@birdsocks9083]

I have a feeling this is gonna become an instant classic, like Five Giants.

[@CJC259]

And it did. ❤

[@zhoa]

aged well

[@Kitsu_ItezaCreates]

It has.. And very well did.

[@WolfSoulsproductions]

Yeah classic

[@BlueMaroonAnimations]

Leave it to Nifty to get me out of MAP retirement lol I will be honored to receive a part, but if not, I will patiently await this masterpiece!

[@jewag]

dtdurydet i hope u get a part, ur arts so neat

[@audreyschockett8277]

and when the world needed you most…you returned

[@DarkkestNite]

!!!

[@walrusfeet1999]

Hiya! Jusy finished yiur stream.

[@crossedsalt]

Still trying to wrap my brain around how many drawings were made just for the MAP CALL?!This video of itself is something to rewatch multiple times just for the art

[@aliuneitilt9705]

59 illustrations (if I've counted correctly) and 2 animations at the beginning and the end, it's enormous 🤣

[@crossedsalt]

@@aliuneitilt9705 RIGHT??

[@aliuneitilt9705]

Yes!! 👀

[@ameliab7626]

Applied! so excited for this one! i love maps with cool framing gimmicks hehehe

[@ratsyrat]

I can already tell this will be an iconic map

[@-toasted-5521]

prob gonna be the second most iconic map compared to the four giants map

[@picat3422]

For sure

[@rinisannoyed3991]

FR

[@McCakey]

Mhm

[@seineevee]

@@-toasted-5521 *five giants, but agreed. I do think I’ll like this one better, but it’s personal preference.

[@louixie.]

Completely missed the map call drop but I hope I can take part as a backup or other way, this concept is incredible and the effort put into the map call itself is jaw dropping! Super excited for this one

[@Opalisgrey]

your arts so cool! i hope you get a backup!! :D

[@sylvie3151]

I hope you take part Louixie!!

[@Sagutoyas]

Such cool and well developed project it's gonna look awesome when finished

[@sylvie3151]

Omg I'm so exited to see your part Sagutoyas!!!!! ❤️❤️

[@zea_animates_it]

Awkward….

[@lemonballs]

​@NightHowls was she even in the final project?

[@Stikerite]

@@lemonballsshe was

[@CheetehZ]

Applied! looking forward to this one!

[@axstvro]

omg

[@LanChi-nr4gr]

You haven’t done a map part from a different map apart from your own in forever

[@SnowEarDraws]

This project is just a compilation of the biggest animators in the fandom coming together for the biggest come back of the person who hosted the “Everything Moves” Sol Map. Truly iconic.

[@loxabyss3405]

I think it’s interesting that there’s more focus on Blackstar and Brokenstar for Shadowclan, because Tigerstar was never really their leader. He went straight to making Tigerclan.

[@MudshadowYT]

applied 👍 awesome concept, love how youre handling the split screen

[@eighthsun]

The idea, the direction, amount of preparation, the song - everything just makes me scream of exiting! Applied in a second.

[@thenerdasaurus3717]

not that anyone cares but I just want to drop a comment thanking this community for once again being my primary source of inspiration and musical taste y’all introduced me to this song and it has calmed me down a lot in the past couple weeks so just thank you and thank you all for being so creative and inspiring and talented and thoughtful with these characters and this series and in general as usual love you all

[@Lost_Eclipse]

my music taste is very messed up because of Warriors community, but messed up in terms of "ah i prefer rock!" "i like pop!" or things like that, because in terms of the music itself, i like emotional ones, instrumental, and obviously the ones that brings me inspiration. I have a list of just maps that i cant wait to see, and maps that i love to see- the map itself and the music too! Warriors did brings so much good things to us: 1- Inspiration 2- Music taste 3- Being up for draw a lot 4- An very good community (nowadays, its rare to have an healthy community without innapropriate content or homophobia/transfobia/ableism content) 5- C a t s

[@Nogiistune]

EXACTLY I feel the same! If not for WarriorCats, I would not have heard all these beautiful songs! It's extremely handy when I need to cope or inspire myself! I can't imagine where I would be if I didn't see for example SSSWarriors Wich introduced me to this community!

[@MANCHKIN]

Applied! This map gonna be so fantastic! The call is already so unique and stunning, so excited TWT

[@Sparroet]

Applied! I'm so excited to see a split screen map, I think this will look amazing and allow people to work with different ratios/sizes we normally don't get to think around. The leader and scene picks are classics this already has huge nostalgia vibes! looking forward to jr

[@EGGPRIEST]

just applied for this with marshukitty!!!! im so excited for this whole concept and the split screen is such a good idea!!! god this is going to be so awesome i just know it

[@HarvestBrook]

Oh man, this MAP is going to make me cry my eyes out, I can tell. The call is fantastically put together, and the idea is so creative and cinematic! Applied!

[@raevei]

Applied!! AAAAH LETS GOOOO NIFTY THESE COLOR KEYS AND LAYOUTS ARE SUPPERR GOOD MY LORD

[@SpottertheOtterfox]

The legend strikes back

[@axstvro]

i waz about to write that

[@PitahayaCat243]

@@axstvro lmao

[@vwolf5]

Lol

[@giingersnaps]

Applied! This looks awesome!! The finished product will be epic!!

[@Puddleface]

Applied! I actually started crying in the end, this really reminds me how much I love Warriors and how it shaped my future way since I have started reading the books. Thanks for this amazing Map call Nifty, I love this.

[@thewisestdino3964]

Applied! This map is like a whole event, I can’t wait to see who is in it. You did such an awesome job with the concepts and everything!!

[@peppermint-moss]

I’ve applied! All the art in the map call looks so good o my gosh

[@EphemeralMoth]

So excited! had to apply :)

[@OO0RI]

This is going to be THE next *big* Warriors map. I can feel it. This is going to be the next gen map that will go down in the community’s history as Five Giants. Something in me (and 2016 warrior kid me on the inside) can feel it!

[@ashtrall]

Applied! Aaaa I’m so excited for this project ^^

[@CheekyChee]

Applied! I will never get over the unique use of aspect ratios in this. Props to you, this’ll be incredible!

[@Icefelis]

oh this is INCREDIBLE

[@bosleyboz]

Applied! C: I love the framing and flow, this is going to be amazing and very emotional.

[@wimfei]

NIFTY THIS WHOLE CONCEPT IS ABSOLUTELY INSANE , AND THE FACT YOUVE DRAWN SO MUCH CONCEPT ART FOR THE MAP CALL ALONE IS GORGEOUS!! i will most definitely be applying , this map is absolutely stunning and i am more than obsessed

[@fadedkat]

Applied!! This map is going to be fabulous, I can't imagine the amount of prep that went into this and the whole concept is so unique and just so well designed!!! super excited for this map!!!

[@LadyCallow]

Just applied!! The dedication for this MAP Call alone is absolutely spectacular!! I adore the artwork in this even though it's still pieces, it just brings out so much energy and I'm loving it!

[@twinkskywalkerr]

Just applied !! This MAP looks fantastic

[@Warrior_of_Symbolica]

Looking at the finished product now really makes you appreciate what a galaxy brain MAP this really is

[@sages_hangout]

This is going to be a classic, just like The Five Giants and Ready As I'll Ever Be Edit: The completed MAP is gorgeous

[@SolarSparkyNSS]

I applied! Even the MAP call itself is stunning,,, I cannot wait to see this come together :D!

[@dustytailstudios]

One thing I think will be amazing, is this map isn't telling a single story! It's telling the lives of *generations* of clans through visuals. It isnt just a map about A warrior, it's about the FOUNDATION of warriors. The struggles of 8 leaders, how they each intertwine, each affect the other

[@AspenShadow]

Applied! This is such a fantastic concept, I can’t wait to see what comes of it! Your work in this call is absolutely stunning, too.

[@Vampviz]

Applied! Can't wait to see this one done!!

[@AlexHarrier]

Still thinking about this project. If ever a part opens up I'd love to be a backup, I have no idea where I'm supposed to communicate that and missed the applications last year due to moving apartments, So I thought I'd leave a comment at least!

[@Winteriine]

OHHHhhh this is going to be a MAP for the AGES!! I'm in love with the direction and composition for this, so excited to see where this goes :D

[@IvyBall]

applied ! So many stunning illustrations for the parts, and such a creative idea not only to split parts like that!:0

[@Eqqnoq]

Applied!! I absolutely love the split screen concept n the map call art itself is gorgeous gotta love that lineless art. Collabing with owlipoppen!!

[@flamierrr]

I've been following the warriors animation community since I was 13, and this is SUCH a blast of nostalgia!! Definitely applying! :D Takes me back to whiskermoon classics, cannot wait to see this project complete!!

[@lucidmonke1517]

everytime i watch one of the parts, or even a collection of them, i get emotional. this series has been a big part of my childhood and even as an adult, i see the community growing and creating things like this. Nifty, from the bottom of my heart, thank you for making beautiful things like this. I've been watching your channel for yeaaars. And thanks to the talent that will bring this to life. Honestly.

[@dadavey6280]

This is gonna 100% be up there with five giants and all the other extremely iconic maps of the past decade. So excited, and applied for a few different collabs!!

[@NettIefang]

Applied!! Very excited for this

[@superfanamber]

This song has been in my head constantly since the MAP call dropped. I am honestly so excited for this finished product, and the art your drew for the call is simply gorgeous. Also 3:22 and beyond gives me chills everytime I watch it.

[@pebna-jay]

Ever since I saw the first person to a part for this that it'll make me cry, and going through all the current parts has just reinforced this. Excited to see it complete and rewatch it a billion times!

[@amberestie6605]

I keep getting sneak peaks of the parts and they are all BLOWING my mind. I’m getting SOOOOOO hyped to see the final product that the song is stuck in my head everyday now🥺🥺🥺 No rush everyone, take your time to put all you have into it. That’s what will make it one of the best maps yet

[@CrimsonCoyoteArt]

This is such a cool idea! I love the concept so much, and the characters chosen are wonderful. I don’t know if my art skill is at a high enough level, but I’ve applied :)

[@ChaiTeaDraws]

what an outstanding concept!! I can’t wait to watch this come together 💛💛💛

[@Coffeely]

i applied! so much work was put into this, i fell in love in an instant!! :0 so excited for this amazing project

[@albabelen5628]

I will love to see this!! It's awesome that you were able to bring content from different novellas, super editions and mangas to a map about the first leaders we see in warriors. It just shows how the stories that we learned to love, like the first series then branches into many others, it brings back that feeling of amazement when you realize how the warriors universe becomes wider and wider the more you push into it. It seems like a gift to the long-time fans! It's going to be a rollercoaster of emotions. Can't wait to see it.

[@canadiandoesthings4596]

THIS IS GOING TO BE THE NEXT FIVE GIANTS IM CALLING IT

[@SiritheShrimp]

Holy crap, haven’t listened to Jon Bellion for a hot sec there, what a wild nostalgia ride ;0; got his album and all from that time!! Nevertheless, hella pumped for this MAP, makes me really wanna come back ;;;;

[@SiritheShrimp]

Had to apply as a backup, couldn’t resist :’)

[@BumbleTus]

Applied! This is going to be absolutely stunning. Just the call is beautiful so, I can't wait to see what people do!

[@TURTSAUR]

I cant believe a map can be so overpowering that an animator returned from RETIREMENT, I cant wait for this to come out!!

[@OFUKITTY]

applied! really excited to see one of these type of concepts in the community!

[@ratter1023]

Holy shit. I'm overwhelmed with emotions after watching. This is already an incredible video, I'm getting shivers thinking how epic it will be when it's finished

[@reverieprince]

goodness, this map call alone is INCREDIBLE on a visual and conceptual and so much work went into it!! this map is going to be amazing, i can already tell with such a gorgeous and thought out concept. applied!

[@Hailpaws]

The legends return :0

[@Mayartimations]

Aaaee! Ah I can’t wait for this! The concept is amazing and that song choice is perfect! Applied!

[@ratmoon]

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. you put literally so much effort into a map CALL and it’s mindblowing!! i got shivers just watching and the song fits so well! + the way you have the different screens is so creative! good luck to everyone working on this!! v hyped for the MAP!

[@CorrieZodori]

I can just *tell* that this is going to be something special when it's done. Hell, it already is. When people think of "Warriors Maps" this is going to be THE quintessential animator project that comes to mind. I can't wait to see this completed.

[@CorrieZodori]

Retrospect comment: I was right.

[@Marinin]

I'm having chills since it came out!! Nifty, this is such an amazing idea! Splitting screen map???!! I LOVE THIS! I applied! Ever since you posted on tumblr about it, I've been drilled!!! The script is so perfect done! the storyboarded parts are also pretty cool and I love how you've composited the map! Can't wait to see it done!

[@jaylamize3540]

I can't wait to see everyone's parts together, they all look so beautiful let alone when they will be together in this masterpiece! 😁

[@Kelsifer]

Applied! This project looks SO cool, and I just KNOW that this is just the beginning of the makings of a masterpiece!

[@testchannelnamechangingsoo1160]

damn i can already tell that this map is going down in animation history with Ready as i'll Ever be and the Five Giants can't wait until it comes out!

[@wittyshenanigans1302]

You know dang well this map will be remembered by the fandom for years to come

[@desertsyndrome]

just applied :D!!!! im super in love with this map concept

[@atuxedocat261]

Dude I can already tell that this map is going to be the best... but is nobody gonna talk about how 40d is the only part that has actual lineart in it?

[@raposinhadoaj]

maybe they forgot to draw the illustration for that part and added it later

[@doodlebird858]

I’m really looking forward to the finished map! It feels like the sequel to The Five Giants map.

[@RioBlitzle]

Applied a few days ago but I keep coming back to just look at this call because the art and level of preparation here is stunning!! Really really excited for this one :O the use of splitscreen is such a good idea

[@hnitsua]

I'm highly expecting this map is gonna be released on the 20th anniversary of the series on 2023.1.21.

[@ratxentherat]

1st of 21st?

[@hnitsua]

@@ratxentherat 21st of 1st

[@ratxentherat]

@@hnitsua thought so

[@hnitsua]

@@ratxentherat premiering in 5hrs

[@NickieLimie]

I never thought I'd see the day this song became a warriors map and I'm so glad the concept came from you. I can't wait to see how this map turns out ❤

[@akiradragon8556]

I am addicted to watching this- and it’s not even done :> There is so many parts going on and I can’t wait to see how it’s gonna turn out!!! Btw I keep thinking of My Oc when I listen to this song idk why 🤷‍♀️

[@BRanRan_]

The idea and concepts of different canvas number is so fantastic! Applied! Looking forward to it sm! The map gives me some old WC MAP childhood memories! Can’t wait to see it finished!!

[@PixylMawthz]

This is such a stunning call?? I absolutely love your shapes in these, and it so perfectly captures what the final would look like!

[@PixylMawthz]

Woops adding on that i applied!

[@Riinkun]

Applied! This map is going to look phenomenal when it's done, even the call is already beyond impressive. Really excited to see all the playing around with split-screen stuff in this one too!

[@quirkrash2982]

The way this is put together is incredible!!! If that’s just the map call the finished project is going to be so cool :00

[@V14GR4_F4LLZ]

this is gonna be the next five giants i just fucking know it

[@JustACat_]

Applied! The concept for this map is so unique and it'll definitely be one of the more interesting maps out there. The split screen parts will also make is super fun to watch and look for all the little details. I can't wait to see the fully finished map, its gonna be awesome 💕

[@StarShineTheDragon]

Dang somehow I got chills just from watching this, can’t wait to see it finished

[@musicplaylists6718]

I get choked up every time I watch this MAProject call lmao. I am way too emotional about these kitty cat books, they're everything to me

[@morningglory.2]

This is gonna be the next Five Giants

[@PLZN]

Applied! I'm so excited!

[@RainzzSplash]

oh my goodness this is such a cool map call, i love the use of the different ratios and all the drawings done for it are so goddamn cool, cant wait to see how this map progresses

[@dustytailstudios]

This right here, along with the upcoming Warriors Reprise...seems like a loveletter to the community

[@DragonwolfRooke]

Applied! I CAN'T turn down the chance at being in a Nifty MAP, and this song and concept are amazing. Fingers crossed!

[@LenisLynx]

Applied! Super excited for this concept :D

[@latergator3256]

I think its amazing that you are putting together every leader's perspective on events that personally impacted them! And not just single events experienced by one, but including shared memories like STONEFUR'S DEATH. Stonefur's death heavily impacted both Leopardstar and Blackstar, as the former stood by and watched her clanmate get slaughtered and the latter doing the actual slaughtering. Cant wait to see how this one turns out!!!

[@LampP0st]

Im emotional just watching the map call, imma bawl when the final map comes out however many months or years it takes

[@catandrobbyflores]

Next Five Giants right here!

[@saeflin]

Really excited to see this map when it's done! the split screen idea is really fun

[@outsock]

applied!! this is amazing!

[@jadedghostt]

applied!! I love this idea,, this will look incredible with all the split screens!

[@aliuneitilt9705]

I follow this project from the very first day and the more I look at it, the more maps parts are released, the more I found it so much epic and I'm really excited too see the end of it!! I've already nearly cried just by looking at the parts one by one 🤣 and the best about it is that even with the little knowledge I really have about warrior cats, it's all so clear and understandable! My only fear is that by having to many parts at the same time the viewer could maybe be overwhelmed by so many infos but we'll just have to wait and see ÙwÚ

[@lillysmith2040]

**cries aggressively bc I can't animate at all** jokes aside I can't wait to see how this map turns out! i know this is going to be great