Some people have been getting a little confused by exactly why some cats are doing some things. So I made my warrior code for this story. If you are new to this story, then cool, you can be prepared. If you have been with this story a while then I implore you to read this. Thank you.
Also, keep in mind that this is different from the warrior code in the actually Warriors series. This is an AU type story so please no negative reviews about how "this isn't the actually warrior code." I do, however, very much appreciate any criticism about how I can improve this story.
1. Defend your clan with your life.
2. Do not mate with a cat from another clan.
3. Prey is killed to be eaten. Not for sport.
4. A kit may become an apprentice whenever the leader sees fit. But the kit must be at least five moons old.
5. New warriors must keep a silent vigil after receiving their warrior name.
6. Every full moon, a gathering must be held. There shall be no fighting at this time.
7. A warrior may only kill another cat in battle. The slaughter of defenseless cats is prohibited.
8. kits must stay in camp until they become apprentices.
9. Cats must never cross borders unless it is to go to a gathering or for battle.
10. Any cat may challenge their leader at any time. The rest of the clan must then vote to get rid of the leader or choose a new one.
11. Medicine Cats are allowed to have mates and kits as long as it does not interfere with their duty.
12. The safety of the clan is more important than the life of one cat.
13. If an apprentice fails their warrior assessment, they may retake it in a moon or when another apprentice takes it.
14. Warriors must hunt for the clan, not themselves.
15. If prey runs onto another clan's territory, any warrior chasing it may follow it across the border and kill it then bring it back.
16. Any none-clan cat found on clan territory may be driven away or killed.