WCANIMATED
TLACUACHE STUDIOS
WCAnimated is a fanmade animated web series inspired by the bestselling Warriors series. We are a group of over 100 creatives working together to bring this series to life. The project was founded on October 22nd, 2020, and has since received overwhelming support from the Warrior Cats fandom and beyond!
Application Status
We announce any openings on our social media accounts, so keep an eye out if you're interested in joining our crew!
faq
Have a question? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions. If you don't find the answer to your question, feel free to contact us!
SUPPORT US
Looking to take your support for the project to the next level and earn some amazing rewards? Head over to our Patreon and check out our tiers, starting at just $5! Our project is nonprofit, so the money donated will go directly to providing adequate resources and equipment to our team. Any extra funds will go straight to charity and nonprofit causes.
OUR TEAM
Get to know us better! Meet the directors of WCA and check out our team list, where you can read about all the departments that make up the project, as well as the names of all of our brilliant team members.
MEET THE CHARACTERS
THUNDERCLAN
RIVERCLAN
SHADOWCLAN
WINDCLAN
TEASER TRAILER
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Find the answers to some common questions! Learn more about the project, art, applications, voice acting, and more! If you do not find the answer to your question, feel free to contact us.
| ABOUT THE PROJECT | |
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| Q: What is WCAnimated? | WCAnimated is a fanmade animated adaptation inspired by the bestselling Warriors series by Erin Hunter. We are a group of over 100 creatives working together to bring this series to life. |
| Q: What is Warriors? | Warriors is a middle grade novel series written by Erin Hunter and published by HarperCollins. The fantasy series follows the adventures of feral cats living in Clans. The franchise currently has over 50 installments, including story guides and spin-offs, as well as an active and diverse fanbase, most famous for its thriving community of animators and other creatives. You can purchase the books and find more information on the series here. |
| Q: Which of the books will you be adapting? | We currently plan to create our own take on the story of the original arc (The Prophecies Begin), which consists of the first six books in the series. |
| Q: When will the episodes be released? | Due to the nature of this project, we are unable to set a hard release date. Our team members are volunteers and work for this project in their free time, so while we do our best to work as efficiently as possible, we still build our progress around the schedules and availability of our team. |
| Q:How loyal to the books will the series be? | While we believe some level of loyalty to the source is valuable, we have altered, added, or cut scenes, reworked dialogue, and changed some themes and events for reasons of runtime and in order to better enhance the story and serve its audience. |
| Q: What inspired this project? | WCAnimated is primarily inspired by the Warrior Cats fandom itself! The community is one of the most passionate, artistic, and vibrant out there and we are amazed everyday by the incredible creators and fans. |
| Q: Is this project officially associated with Warriors or Working Partners? | No. This project is entirely fan-made and independently created. We are in no way associated with Erin Hunter or Working Partners. |
| Q: Are you aware of the Official Warrior Cats restrictions on animated fan projects/will this project be cancelled? | Yes, we are aware of the updated information on the official website. We are doing our best to work within the provided guidelines by creating our own take on the stories and characters. Should the status of the project change, we will of course notify our fans. |
| Q: Where can I watch the episodes? | All of our completed episodes will be uploaded onto our YouTube channel! |
| Q: Who owns the project? | While we don’t consider the project “owned” by any one individual, it is largely led and organized by our head director, Tune, and our team of department directors. Read more about our directors here! |
| Q: How long until the series is complete? | Again, this is not something we are currently able to gauge. It will likely vary from episode to episode, but as we are a volunteer project, release dates and ETAs are subject to change. |
| Q: Will you create a Season 2 once the first arc is complete? | It’s not out of the question! It largely will depend on how long it takes to complete the first arc as well as public interest. |
| Q: Can I re-upload WCAnimated content onto other sites? | No. We do not permit our content being uploaded to any sites or accounts unaffiliated with our project. |
| Q: How can I support the project? | Following us on social media, as well as liking, sharing, and commenting on our posts is a huge help! If you want to take it a step further, consider subscribing to our Patreon! Applying to the team or spreading the word when we open applications is also a great way to help the project. |
| Q: Where does Patreon money go? | The money we receive through Patreon is used to help team members get the programs or supplies they need to make WCAnimated possible, including software licenses and equipment like drawing tablets. Furthermore, we have been able to use the funds to offer aid to humanitarian organizations, including to refugees abroad and to the people of Maui after the fires. |
| ABOUT THE TEAM | |
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| Q: Can I join the team? | Yes! We have occasional openings in which you can apply to join our crew in a multitude of roles! When we announce an opening, fill out our application form! |
| Q: How many team members are there? | This changes as people join and depart the project, but we currently have over 150 amazing team members! |
| Q: Where does the team meet and work? | Team members are required to join our Team Discord server, where we all work and develop the project together. |
| Q: What position on the team is most needed? | This answer will change as roles are filled, but generally, we need more storyboard artists, animators, concept artists, and background artists. |
| Q: How much time should a team member be prepared to dedicate to the project? | As this is a volunteer position, we don’t expect constant activity or undivided attention. We ask that all team members check in with their department directors every week on Fridays and that they are upfront and honest about their availability to work. Assignments will be given accordingly. Total absence is not acceptable. |
| Q: Is this a paid position? | No. As we are a fan production adapting a copyrighted work, we do not pay our team members; they are all volunteers. We will, however, aid our team members in getting quality programs and resources to better serve their work and the project! |
| ABOUT THE ART | |
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| Q: What inspired the WCAnimated style? | The WCA art style takes inspiration from a number of sources: real life as well as the art of Cartoon Saloon, and of course, the artists that make up the Warriors fandom. |
| Q: Can I draw in the WCA style? | Of course! We love to see art in our style! |
| Q: Can I take commissions/make adopts in the WCA style? | Because we are a non-profit project, we ask that you do not try to gain profit off of our project’s name/style. |
| Q: Can I draw fanart for the project? | Definitely! Getting fanart always makes our day! Make sure to tag us! |
| Q: Will the series be 3D or 2D animation? | Our series will be 2D animation. Any 3D content you see from us is for reference to aid our artists! |
| ABOUT APPLICATIONS | |
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| Q: When do applications open? | We do not currently have set dates when applications open. However, we always announce on our social media accounts when applications do open. Make sure you’re following us so you don’t miss announcements! |
| Q: How will I know if I’ve been accepted or not? | We will contact individuals whose applications have been accepted via the social media/preferred contact provided in the application form. If you are not accepted, you will not be notified and we will make an announcement when all messages have been sent. |
| Q: Can you give me feedback on my application? | No. Due to the volume of submissions, we cannot give individual feedback on every person’s application. However, if you are subscribed to our Warrior tier or a higher tier on Patreon, you can receive personalized feedback on any applications or portfolios! |
| Q: What do you look for in an applicant? | This depends on what role you happen to be applying for, but generally we look for people with strong fundamentals, artistic adaptability, and a willingness to learn and work! We look for portfolios that are compatible with the tone and style of our show. It may seem obvious, but it's crucial to show that you can fulfill the specific responsibilities of your desired role(s). |
| Q: Do I need professional experience/education to join the project? | Not at all! While some of our team members are industry professionals, many are hobbyist artists or students! There is no experience requirement. We care most about you and your skills, not your background (although it never hurts to have experience)! |
| Q: Can I apply for multiple roles? | Yes. You may apply for as many roles as you wish and can be accepted for just as many! In fact, most of our team members serve in at least two roles! |
| Q: I didn’t get into the project! Can I reapply? | Yes! Don’t be discouraged! You are always welcome to reapply when we open applications again! |
| Q: Is there an age requirement to apply? | You must be at least 16 years old before you can apply. |
| ABOUT VOICE ACTING | |
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| Q: Do you need voice actors? | Yes! We have over a dozen voiced characters in the series and we will need actors to bring them to life! |
| Q: How do I audition to be a part of the cast? | When a casting call goes live, you can join the site Casting Call Club to submit an audition. You can find our CCC page here. If you are chosen as a part of our cast, you will be contacted on CCC! |
| Q: When do auditions open? | We do not have a set date, but any live casting calls will be announced across our social media accounts. We will host auditions for a few characters at a time, so there will be multiple casting calls (and multiple chances to audition)! Auditions remain open for at least a month, so there’s plenty of time to get your submission in! |
| Q: Is there an age requirement to audition? | Actors must be at least 16 years of age. |
| Q: Can I audition for/voice multiple characters? | Yes, definitely! You may audition for as many characters as you’d like and you could even be cast in multiple parts! |
| Q: What kind of accents are allowed? | Any and all! All accents are welcome in our project; the most important thing is that you are able to enunciate and emote clearly! |
| Q: What do you look for in an actor? | An ideal actor is able to emote clearly, enunciate, and enhance the story through their performance. We look for all of these things as well as strong characterization and good audio quality. |
| ABOUT TRANSLATION | |
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| Q: Will WCAnimated be translated into other languages? | Yes! We hope to have subtitles available in many languages, including but not limited to: Spanish (Castillian & Latin American), Portuguese, Polish, Ukrainian, German, Russian, French, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and more! |
| Q: What about voice dubbing in other languages? | We would love to have dubs in other languages! This will be a matter of who and what resources we can obtain, since dubbing requires a full team of proficient actors who are fluent speakers, as well as a voice director who can mediate between our team and the dubbing team! We anticipate a Spanish dub at minimum. With that said, we cannot say with certainty what dubs will be possible. |
| Q: How can I be involved with translating WCAnimated? | We will open applications for translators on our social media platforms. When we do, you may fill out the application and from there, we will choose translators and explore possibilities for dubbing. |
| Q: Can I/my team translate/dub WCAnimated ourselves? | While we appreciate the interest, we ask that if you are interested in translating or dubbing WCA, you contact us and go through the proper channels to be selected for these positions. |
| Q: Will you pay me/my team to dub WCAnimated? | No. As with all other team positions, work for WCAnimated is strictly volunteer-based. We will not pay for dubbing or translation services. |
THUNDERCLAN
LEADER
Bluestar
The wise, selfless leader of ThunderClan, Bluestar is guarded, commanding, and just, willing to make sacrifices for what she believes is right.APPRENTICE: FIREPAW
deputy
redtail
APPRENTICE: DUSTPAW
healer
spottedleaf
Spottedleaf is ThunderClan’s healer, a sweet and caring cat with a warm sense of humor. She advises Bluestar and is the receiver of StarClan’s prophecy: “Fire alone can save our Clan.”
WARRIORS
Lionheart
As one of Bluestar’s most trusted warriors, Lionheart is a patient, gentle cat with a fierce love for his Clan. He helps teach Firepaw the ways of Clan life and is highly respected by his clanmates.APPRENTICE: GRAYPAW
Tigerclaw
Tigerclaw is one of ThunderClan's most respected warriors, a cat with natural authority. Fierce, stubborn, and full of ambition, Tigerclaw stops at nothing to protect his Clan and his reputation in it. He is a formidable warrior whom the entire Clan trusts unconditionally.APPRENTICE: RAVENPAW
Whitestorm
Bluestar's nephew and a senior warrior dedicated to and beloved by his Clan, Whitestorm is driven by faith in both StarClan and the cats around him. Like his aunt, he is calm, ready to make sacrifices for ThunderClan, and guides all those who need him.APPRENTICE: SANDPAW
Longtail
Longtail is a prickly young warrior and the first to voice his disapproval of Rusty joining the Clan. He is headstrong and stubborn, but undoubtedly dedicated to his Clan. Close with Tigerclaw and Darkstripe, he is determined to prove himself a great warrior.
Darkstripe
Grouchy, critical, and often resentful, Darkstripe doesn’t hide his scorn for others, especially Firepaw. He’s Tigerclaw's closest friend and a trusted member of ThunderClan, though whether his allegiance is to them or to Tigerclaw remains to be seen…
Mousefur
Runningwind
Willowpelt
apprentices
Firepaw
A former housecat who leaves his home to join ThunderClan, Firepaw is kind and brave, with a strong sense of justice. He is driven by his innate curiosity and courage— and by a prophesied destiny that will change his new Clan and the whole forest forever.
graypaw
A rambunctious ThunderClan apprentice, Graypaw is a fun-loving jokester, and more importantly, a dependable friend always there when he’s needed most. Graypaw is passionate, easygoing, and proud to be a ThunderClan cat!
Ravenpaw
Ravenpaw is a quiet, nervous ThunderClan cat, and Tigerclaw's apprentice. Though he appears jumpy and anxious, he is a loyal, goodhearted cat with a love for his friends and a vivid imagination.
Sandpaw
One of ThunderClan's most gifted apprentices, Sandpaw is as feisty as she is determined. Her sassy, spirited, and fierce demeanor make her a valuable member of ThunderClan who is sure to become a great warrior.
Dustpaw
Dustpaw is a ThunderClan apprentice, a close friend of Sandpaw, and openly hostile towards Firepaw. Still, he is a hard worker and a trustworthy, practical member of the Clan.
Queens
frostfur
Frostfur is a well-mannered and kind queen of ThunderClan, fiercely protective of her kits and Clan alike. Compassionate and understanding, she is a soothing presence in the nursery and the Clan as a whole.KITS: BRACKENKIT, CINDERKIT, BRIGHTKIT, THORNKIT
Brindleface
While expecting her first litter, Brindleface is eager to help out with her sister Frostfur's kits— in exchange for advice about motherhood! A bit of a worrier, Brindleface knows kits can be a pawful, but her gentleness will undoubtedly guide her.
Goldenflower
Sister to Lionheart, Goldenflower is a fierce warrior on the battlefield and a dutiful mother in the nursery.KIT: SWIFTKIT
Speckletail
The oldest of the queens, Speckletail is sharp, critical, and defensive. Hoping for what will likely be her last litter before she joins the elders.
Elders
RIVERCLAN
LEADER
Crookedstar
Crookedstar is RiverClan’s leader, named for his distinctive crooked jaw. He is proud, commanding, and protective of his Clan, but does his best to avoid conflict with the other Clans when possible.
DEPUTY
Oakheart
WARRIORS
Leopardfur
SHADOWCLAN
LEADER
Brokenstar
The infamous leader of ShadowClan, Brokenstar is ruthless in his ambitions. From driving out other Clans to forcing kits to fight his battles, Brokenstar is a leader without mercy, who is unafraid to defy the Warrior Code in order to get his way.
DEPUTY
Blackfoot
Warriors
clawface
Elders
Nightpelt
A senior warrior of ShadowClan before he was forced to retire due to his severe asthma, Nightpelt was exiled along with the other elders by Brokenstar. He is a natural leader, protective of his clanmates, and waiting anxiously for the opportunity to rid his Clan of Brokenstar once and for all...
dawncloud
Ashfur
WINDCLAN
The moors are so quiet these days...
MEET THE DIRECTORS
Tune - Head Director, Story director
Tune, or Showtune Cockatoo, is an Egyptian filmmaker, director, and writer living in Atlanta, GA. Besides WCAnimated, she also works on projects like AnimatedWings, Reflections, Defenders of Alodia, and more. Tune has been a Warriors fan for over 15 years, her favorite characters including Bluestar, Brightheart, and Dovewing.
Mariah - Art Director, Director of visual development
Mariah loves drawing weird critters and now it's her professional job! She developed the iconic WCAnimated art style and has been at the forefront of the project's development since its conception. A lot of her work is in character design, and she dubs herself the "cat ambassador" for cat-acting checks. She is allergic to cats. This does not stop her from adoring them.Her character illustrations can be found in games and books from Hit Point Press, Io Publishing, and Wizards of the Coast.
King - Animation Director
KingCabbage's terrific animation skills are a direct result of the fact that she's older than dirt and has been at it a long time! As a fledgling animator, King wanted to work for Disney, but attended animation school the very same year Disney shut down its 2D studio. Not one to give up so easily, King continued to train in 2D animation and found a thriving industry in television and mobile games. She is thrilled to be contributing her skills to these crazy battle cats through WCAnimated!
Shiro - Head Composer, Sound Director
Yemi Kanmi, also known under the alias "Shirokishi," is a Nigerian-American composer, songwriter, and audio engineer. Having a strong passion for animated media, they currently work as an assistant to composer Brad Breeck (Gravity Falls, The Owl House, Kiff, etc.) and have scored upwards of a dozen animated short films. In their spare time, they can be found playing jazz, learning trivia, studying languages, and cooking steak. A lot of steak.
KC - Concept Director
Kacie Cunningham or KC Sketches is an Ecuadorian-American concept artist, 2D animator, visual developer, storyboard artist, and freelance artist living in Lebanon, NJ. She specializes in the pre-production process of animated and visual media. With a Bachelor's degree in traditional animation, she freelances in independent projects consisting of short film and studio work from Tlacuache Studios, AnimatedWings, and Shockwave Animation. When she doesn't have a pencil in hand, she enjoys reading fantasy novels, playing with her mischievous dogs, and riding her horse and tending to the needs of a herd of a dozen or so horses.
Neko - Compositing Director
Neko, or PetuniaBubbles, is a freelance compositor that has worked on a variety of projects including Port By the Sea, The Lovers, The Legend of Pipi, Mmanwu, and a variety of music videos! Has too many hobbies and not enough free time. Might be addicted to Monster Hunter.
Pomi - Background Director
Pomi is a VisDev and background artist based in San Francisco. She specializes in creating vibrant environments with a soft luminance and designing one-of-a-kind characters. From villains to leaders, she has created many of WCA's incredible designs, her favorites including Brokenstar and Silverstream! Her versatility allows her to lend her skills to not only the background team, but to concept art, character design, and color scripting. Since discovering the books in the 5th grade, she has found an amazing opportunity in putting her own vision and ideas into this project. Outside of WCAnimated, she likes to dive into her own original stories and concepts!
Zure - Voice Director
Mar Villanueva, or Zure, is a 2D artist specializing in animation and a voice actress based in Santiago de Compostela. Since 2022, she has worked in the Spanish dubbing industry for platforms including HBO, Disney+, and Skyshowtime. Currently, she is receiving professional actor training at a contemporary theatre school in methodology based on Stanislavski's Method.