No fewer than 230 players have run out for the Warriors since the club's inception in 1995, across almost 600 matches.
Originally called the Auckland Warriors, the club re-branded to the New Zealand Warriors in 2001 and is now in its 25th season.
To celebrate this milestone, a panel of experts rank the 25 best players to wear the Warriors strip.
The voting panel comprises some of the country's sharpest league thinkers – including former Kiwis and Warriors coach Brian McClennan, 16-test Kiwis forward Owen Wright, Kiwi Ferns legend Luisa Avaiki, and NZME's Auckland-based league reporters Michael Burgess and David Skipwith.
Lance Hohaia makes a break and heads for the tryline against the Tigers in 2011. Photosport
6) Ruben Wiki 2005-8 (87 games)
The iron man who as a young man made headlines by signing for the Warriors and Raiders.
Ruben Wiki salutes the loyal Warriors' fans following a dramatic victory over the Melbourne Storm in 2008 Photosport
2011-18 (162 games)
Basketball analogies rule...if Ali Lauitiiti was the Michael Jordan of League, then the Warriors also had their very own "Magic" Johnson.
No one has ever hopped, skipped and danced around a league field like Johnson. He often left the best defenders grasping at air.
Game management and defence were weak points, but he improved out of sight in those areas. Consistency remained an Achilles heel, and like too many great Warriors his exit from the club was messy.
But Johnson was a halfback excitement machine like no other in the NRL. The way he plays remains unique — he will not be forgotten.
1998-04 (115 games)
Among many members of the 2002 grand final side who made our top 25.
Lauitiiti had a step and power. But what really set the big second rower apart was his offloading and creativity — at his best Lauitiiti was unstoppable. He was named the NRL's top second rower in 2002 and tagged the Michael Jordan of League — comparisons don't come better than that.
A cyst on his left arm was problematic, his motivation apparently waned, and he was forced out of Auckland in extremely unfortunate circumstances.
But as our vote shows, the Ali Lauitiiti aura lives on.
2004-2017 (226 games)
A runaway truck of a wing with a magic smile, who left an indelible impression on fans and opponents.
Big Manu was ahead of his time, ploughing through the middle of the field like an additional prop. But the touchline was his favourite territory, and he stormed over for tries at a rate of two every three games.
Like so many Warriors, he has his flaws. Vatuvei's hands could flap like sails in a wind, and his defensive reads were not always spot on.
But in the big picture of sporting lore, he is a much-loved giant.
2005-18 (301 games)
The opposite to Jones in many ways, a redoubtable forward who emerged from South Island rugby union.
The ultimate one club player, Mannering was a rock through many hard times and changes at the club. A rare reward was leading the club in the 2011 grand final, but frustration would have been a more constant companion — although he never let it show.
Unlike other members of our Top Five, Mannering got to leave/retire on his own terms, and on good terms.
As a player he had nicer touches than he got credit for, but his calling card was fighting for every centimetre of territory, giving his utmost in every run, every tackle, every play.
His bond with the fans grew stronger over time, his loyalty and utter professionalism revered even by those who saw limits to his game.
The first home grown Warriors superstar, and the legend only grows. The voting was neck and neck between Jones and Simon Mannering, with the Little General finishing on top by the narrowest of margins.
Halfback Jones led the club into its first grand final in 2002, and won the fans' hearts over many seasons with so many great moments, so many great tries.
There was a defensive weakness to his game, but he also epitomised what Auckland rugby league has always been about — flair and magic.
Jones was the perfect bridge to the new era in 1995, a product of the Auckland league heartland, a reminder of amazing players past, and an indication of the talent a New Zealand club could draw on.
The club's fortunes haven't panned out the way most hoped, which only means that the Jones star shines even brighter.
The major voting trends: Stacey Jones and Simon Mannering were placed in the top two by every judge, apart from one who had Mannering at three. At the end of the day, there was a clear Top Five consensus.
Brian McClennan Former Kiwis and Warriors coach, Auckland captain, and old boy of the Mt Albert club which sparked the Warriors formation. TV league pundit and back coaching Hibiscus Coast, who he previously transformed into national champions.
Owen Wright A 16-test Kiwis forward from the Otahuhu club, who also coached Auckland. Radio Sport commentator for hundreds of Warriors matches.
Luisa Avaiki Captained the Kiwi Ferns to three World Cup victories. Inaugural head coach of the Warriors women's team. Former development officer for the champion Melbourne Storm, now with New Zealand Rugby League.
Frank Puletua Auckland-raised Samoa forward who had long career with the Penrith Panthers, facing the Warriors about 15 times. Now the NRL's awards boss in Sydney, and also has an arts career.
Richie Barnett Former Sharks and Roosters fullback, Kiwis captain, national selector, TV commentator and columnist. Emerged from the famous Otahuhu club.
Peter Urlich Auckland identity, a musician and DJ who rose to fame as the frontman for Th' Dudes. A devoted league and Warriors fan who has managed the Pt Chevalier team.
Michael Burgess/David Skipwith NZ Herald/NZME's Auckland-based league writers.
Brad Walter Former Sydney Morning Herald league writer. Now with NRL.com. in Sydney.
