Ways of a Warrior

by MusicLoveWriting

ThunderClan is thriving even in the many years since the great Firestar ruled. Four clans continue to live together, StarClan watching over them. It is into a time of peace that two kits are born, both showing promise of being great warriors. Still, little Rainshadow may just be the one cat strong enough to protect her clan from the dark times ahead. Forest AU.

1. Born

This is my first Warriors fanfic. I loved the series when I was a little younger and thought it would be fun to write my own clan story now. Feel free to review with any advice! I'm usually pretty good at responding. This is just a short introduction chapter, but I'll be sure to post again tomorrow! Xoxo -MLW

The world started out dark, but warm and calm. A sweet voice could be heard, mumbling comforting nothings. Then a soothing sensation, the firsttime mother gently washing her newborn kits. With a welcoming purr she settled on her side so they could suckle, her eyes sparkling.

"What will their names be, Dawnlight?"

Winterfur, the proud father, addressed his mate with devotion clear in his eyes.

Dawnlight looked down at her precious bundles. The first was a light gray tom, hefty for a newborn, with beautiful green eyes. The second was a much smaller she cat. Her pelt was a rich black and her eyes a startling blue.

"Rockkit and Rainkit."

She answered finally, gesturing first to the tom and then the she cat with her long tail. The first named for his sleek pelt and the second for her unusually clear blue eyes.

Winterfur purred in agreement, seemingly happy with her choice. He looked at his mate and her beauty struck him. Her blue gray fur was groomed along her slender body, and her green eyes were bright with joy.

The two looked around as another cat pushed through the brambles at the opening to the nursery. A pretty little tortoiseshell greeted the parents with a purr.

"Dawnlight! How are you? I've brought some poppy seeds if you're in any pain."

Winterfur licked his mate's ears in farewell, tapping the medicine cat on the shoulder with his tail, before leaving the two alone.

"Good morning, Leafdapple! I'm fine, I promise."

"Well, you certainly look fine, and so do they! Both will make fine warriors."

Dawnlight and Leafdapple both gazed down at the snoozing kits with pride. The medicine cat suddenly went rigid, her amber eyes wide. With a raspy meow, her next words were spoken chillingly.

"The fate of life, in elements paws, yet hardened earth, destruction will cause."

Dawnlight gasped, eyes wide. Leafdapple slumped forward, her breathing labored. Both cats looked at each other before once again glancing at the two kits before them.

But what does it mean? Dawnlight could only wonder as she gazed down at the future of the clan.