Tensions within the Clans have begun to reach their breaking points. Leaders question their clanmates' loyalties as medicine cats struggle to keep up with illnesses that are starting to make their way through the Clans. As the air grows even colder, many find themselves in over their heads as they attempt to gain control. As kits grow up, loyal to their Clans, other cats begin to wonder if their parents who broke the Warrior Code are truly as loyal as they claim to be.

While the stakes are high within Clan rivalries, the major issues are starting to arise within the Clans themselves, with cats turning on clanmates as they begin to split, their morals leading them to take one side or another. AspenClan has closed itself off, taking a stand against trusting cats outside of their own; WillowClan is on the brink of civil war, with whispers going around that new power will take hold; RavenClan, building its ranks as its leader tries to hide secrets that would cause the Clan's destruction.

Leaf-bare has chilled the hearts of many, and it seems that not even the Warrior Code can save them.

It is currently early-newleaf (August 15th - September 1st); While newleaf has arrived, a blanket of snow still covers a portion of the Clans' territory, and some still find it difficult to stay warm.

Most days, it is chilly and stuffy; The dander in the air is nothing to scoff at, as the snow melts alongside trees beginning to grow back their leaves. A cool breeze still sweeps through the air, but the relative humidity makes it easier to bear.

Prey is currently at a low level; They have only just begun to return, so it is expected that cats leave extra prey to reproduce as the days begin to grow warmer.