One of our favorite things about the Warriors fandom is the wonderful creativity our fans display. So many gorgeous drawings, stories, animations, and other forms of art have been created over the last twenty-one years of Warriors. If you’re new to the Warriors fandom and are looking to start your own journey as a fan artist or writer, the sheer volume and quality of creative creations can be a bit intimidating. But don’t worry! We’re here to offer some help on starting your own Warriors art. We already have a few videos to help people getting a start on drawing Warriors cats, so today we’re going a different route and offering tips on how to create your own Warriors fan character!

There are so many options when designing a cat, from coloration, to pattern, to build and fur length! Here are some handy visual tips on ways you can design the look for your feline character!

Up first, the build and fur length for your character.

Next up, color! Here are the ranges of color for a cat’s coat and eyes.

Now that you’ve got the build and color for your character, here are some options for patterns!

Now try mixing up these different color and pattern options and see what you can come up with!

Now for the last aspect of appearance – scars!

With the look of your character settled, it’s time to turn to other aspects of what makes them who they are. First up, their Clan!

Up next is the character’s personality and story. There are endless possibilities, so don’t be afraid to play with a lot of them before figuring out what works best for you!

Last but not least, your character needs a name!