User blog comment:D2r/Unanswered Questions of Redwall/@comment-1669318-20110425203014/@comment-1479469-20110425222821

2a. The point is moot, since I've already indicated that the question's been answered. Of course, it's still unclear where they're getting the metal from...and where everyone ELSE gets their weapons. However, 2a itself is answered.

14. But the epilogue pretty much says that they're in recovery, doesn't it? And wait...since when were all but five killed? Can you give me a quote? If that's true, I'll strike it.

20. I can't speak to this, since I didn't read the book...maybe ask Bluestripe? He was the one who suggested the question. If he figures the answer's good, then I'll strike it.