Maiden handtalk

The Maiden handtalk is a sign language known by the Aiel Maidens of the Spear.
== Overview ==
Although most Maidens of the Spear are not Deaf, they have their own sign language. 
This appears to be useful to the Maidens of the Spear in several ways. They can communicate without raising their voice and giving themselves away in situations where they need to keep quiet. The sign language also allows member of the warrior society to communicate without outsiders being able to understand them.
== Changes from the book series ==
Maiden handtalk is an adaptation of the from the book series.
== Trivia ==
* The show's linguist and dialect coach, Naomi Joy Todd, created the show's version of Maiden handtalk with Deaf actor, presenter, and comedian Gavin Lilley.Twitter: Bringing Maiden handtalk from page to screen was no small task. Don’t miss the season finale of #TheWheelOfTime this week, only on Prime Video. October 3, 2023.
* Gavin Lilley has explained how the language was created to reflect a warrior culture. For example, there is more of a focus on signing with just one hand, so that characters can still sign if they are also holding a weapon.
* Gavin Lilley complimented Ayoola Smart, Ragga Ragnars and Maja Simonsen for how well they learned Maiden handtalk.
== References ==
Category:Aiel
Category:Concepts