Warriors: Dawn of the Clans #3: The First Battle

Discover the origins of the warrior Clans in the third book of this thrilling Warriors prequel series from #1 nationally bestselling author Erin Hunter—now featuring fierce new art. 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.

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.

Dawn of the Clans #3: The First Battle also contains an exclusive bonus scene and a teaser to the next Warriors adventure.

When brother turns against brother, who will survive the fallout?

• The First Battle: The bitter rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky finally erupts, forcing every cat to choose a side in a conflict that will change the forest forever.
• Forging the Warrior Code: Before the Clans had rules, there was only instinct. Witness the earliest days as the cats struggle to create a peaceful path forward.
• Found Family: As old Tribe bonds shatter, new allegiances are formed. Mountain cats, rogues, and kittypets must band together to survive.
• Epic Animal Fantasy: Perfect for fans of Erin Hunter and readers aged 8-12, this thrilling prequel series explores the legendary origins of the warrior Clans.

Greed is only the beginning. There will be war.

The rivalry between Gray Wing and Clear Sky has driven a deep wedge between the forest cats. Now every mountain cat, rogue, and kittypet in the forest will be forced to pick a side.