Will, an orphan in the fictional land of Araluen, is the protagonist of a book series by author John Flanagan, called "The Ranger's Apprentice", that takes place in medieval Europe. The book series includes, "The Ruins of Gorlan", "The Burning Bridge", "The Icebound Land", "Oakleaf Bearers", and "Erak's Ransom" and they chronicle the trials Will endures as he learns his trade.

In the fifth book, Will finally earns his Silver Oakleaf brooch, and is considered a full-fledged ranger. Five additional books are planned for the series, and there have also been rumors of a movie production coming soon.