Liked Redwall but want something darker?
The Builders: A grizzled mouse captain rounds up his scattered crew for one last revenge job. They smoke, they kill, they've got PTSD.
I loved the character writing. I loved the banter. I loved how distinct each mercenary feels (my favorite was Bonsoir, the "French" stoat).
If that's your thing, you'll also like Brotherhood of the Wolf: https://talesofkhayr.com/blood-tax/
If that's your thing, you'll also like Brotherhood of the Wolf: https://talesofkhayr.com/blood-tax/