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Stone of Tear

The **Stone of Tear** is a formidable fortress, located in the eponymous nation of Tear.

## Overview

The Stone of Tear resembles a mountain in its sheer size. It has a completely smooth and unbroken exterior, as it was built using the One Power.

## History

Many consider the Stone of Tear to be the oldest standing structure in the world, and some believe it was built during the Breaking of the World itself. The Aes Sedai built the Stone of Tear by fusing stone with Fire using the One Power.

The formidable Stone of Tear has never fallen in its history.

## Activities

Dana says that if she could travel the world, she would visit the Stone of Tear.

## Changes from the book series

The Stone of Tear is an adaptation of the fortress of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## Navigation

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## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Trivia for *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 3: *A Place of Safety*.
2. ↑ Map on the official Prime Video page for *The Wheel of Time*.
3. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 3: *A Place of Safety*.
Masema Dagar

**Masema Dagar** is a character in *The Wheel of Time* television series portrayed by Arnas Fedaravicius.

## History

### Season 2

Masema is a soldier in Lord Ingtar Shinowa's party searching for Padan Fain and the Horn of Valere after the Darkfriend infiltration and attack in Fal Dara. They meet up with Elyas Machera, who is known as a "sniffer" who can help them due to his ability to sense evil. They find bodies at and nearby a caravan attacked by Darkfriends, and hold a memorial service for them. Masema displays a certain level of faith in the Creator as they discover the bodies, as he offers a prayer in memory of those killed.

## Appearances

Masema appears in the following episodes:

## Gallery

Episode 208: Masema, Aviendha, and Perrin during the Battle of FalmeEpisode 208: Chiad, Loial, Bain, Masema, and Aviendha during the Battle of Falme
## Changes from the book series

Masema is an adaptation of the character of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## Navigation

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## References

1. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 2 episode 1: *A Taste of Solitude*.
Robert Jordan

**James Oliver Rigney Jr.**, better known by his pen name **Robert Jordan**, was the author of The Wheel of Time book series, which consists of 14 main books, as well as one prequel novel and other short stories and reference books.

Jordan passed away on September 16, 2007, two years after the publication of the eleventh novel, *Knife of Dreams  (*book spoilers!*)*. The final three books of the series were co-authored by Brandon Sanderson, using extensive notes in accordance with his wishes.

## General overview

Robert Jordan was interested in seeing *The Wheel of Time* be adapted to a television show. He originally sold the adaptation rights to NBC in 2000, and a series spanning multiple seasons was planned. However, the writers involved departed from NBC, and the rights ended up reverting to Robert Jordan.

He was later contacted by a Japanese company that wanted to adapt the series as an anime film that would cover the events of the first two or three novels, but were uninterested in adapting anything else of the book series. Jordan was uninterested in such an adaptation, and did not wish to sell the rights.

In 2004, Robert Jordan sold the TV, film, video game and comic book rights to Red Eagle Entertainment, a rights-handling company set up to develop multimedia projects based on the novels. This deal was worth approximately $640,000 and was due to last for eleven years, unless a long-running TV series or movie franchise was in production by that time.

Jordan passed away before he could see his book series adapted. His widow Harriet McDougal and others involved in Jordan's estate worked closely with networks interested in adapting the series. In 2015, Red Eagle Entertainment's rights were due to expire, which led to the creation of the short film *Winter Dragon*. As this was only a twenty-minute short film broadcast at midnight, there was a dispute over rights between the Jordan estate and Red Eagle Entertainment. This was settled when Prime Video ordered an adaptation of *The Wheel of Time*. Jordan's widow works as a consultant producer on the series. His editorial assistant Maria Simons also provides guidance to showrunner Rafe Judkins, as well as Brandon Sanderson.

## Gallery

### Video

How Robert Jordan Got His Start - The Wheel of Time - Prime Video

## External links

* Robert Jordan on Wikipedia
* Robert Jordan  (*book spoilers!*) on the Wheel of Time book series Wiki  (*book spoilers!*).
Natasha O'Keeffe

**Natasha O'Keeffe** is a British actress who portrays Selene in Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*, starting from the second season.

## General overview

Prior to joining *The Wheel of Time*, Natasha O'Keefe was known for portraying Lizzie Stark in *Peaky Blinders* (2013–2022), Emelia Ricoletti in BBC's *Sherlock* (2016), Agnes Moore in the mini series *Resistance* (2019), Abbey Smith in *Misfits* (2012–2013).

Natasha O'Keeffe's casting in *The Wheel of Time* was officially announced at NYCC on October 8, 2021, but her character was not revealed. In June 2023, O'Keeffe's official agency profile was updated to show that she would portray the character Lanfear. On August 14, 2023, O'Keefe's role as Selene was confirmed with the release of promotional material on social media and on the press site.

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ Season 2 - Selene
	+ Season 3 - Selene

## Gallery

Behind the scenes of episode 204: Fares Fares, Rammy Park, and Natasha O'Keeffe during the *Tel'aran'rhiod* scene, Instagram, October 5, 2023
## Trivia

* After she was announced as a cast member for Season 2, the official *The Wheel of Time* asked fans to guess what role she was playing.
	+ *WoT Up* reported that fan opinion was divided on whether O'Keeffe playing Elaida a'Roihan  (*book spoilers!*) or Lanfear  (*book spoilers!*).

## Navigation

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## External links

* Natasha O'Keeffe at the Internet Movie Database
* Natasha O'Keeffe on Wikipedia
* Follow Natasha O'Keeffe (@natashaokeeffeofficial) on Instagram

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 NYCC virtual panel, October 8, 2021, stated by Rafe Judkins.
2. ↑ Natasha O'Keeffe's profile with United Agents stated that she will be in season 2 in the role of Lanfear. Retrieved June 21, 2023.
3. ↑ Twitter: Ceara Coveney has been revealed as our Elayne Trakand! What characters do you think Natasha O'Keeffe and Meera Syal are playing? (Hint: Rafe said they were "two of the most important characters") #TheWheelofTime October 8, 2021.
4. ↑ *WoT Up!*, New York Comicon panel announces new Wheel of Time new cast!. October 9, 2021.
Raksha Hoost

**Raksha Hoost** is an actress who is anticipated to portray Shiaine in season 3 of *The Wheel of Time* television series.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, Raksha Hoost was best known for portraying Hanna in *I Am Mary* (2020), the titular character in *Queenie* (2023), Journalist in *Ik weet wie je bent* (2018), and Talkshowhost in *Morten* (2019).

Raksha Hoost's involvement in *The Wheel of Time* was revealed on October 18, 2023, when her agency posted on Twitter/X: "Can't wait to see #TeamNWM @RakshaHoost in the upcoming season of #TheWheelOfTime 🙏🏾🙏🏼" According to her online CV, Raksha Hoost would portray the role of Shiaine. Raksha Hoost confirmed her involvement the next day, responding to the news with, "See me in season 3 of #TheWheelofTime 🎬".

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ Season 3 - Shiaine

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## External links

* Raksha Hoost at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Raksha Hoost (@raksha.hoost) on Instagram
* Follow Raksha Hoost (@rakshahoost) on Twitter
* Raksha Hoost on Spotlight
* RakshaHoost.com

## References

1. ↑ NewWonder Management posted on Twitter/X on October 18, 2023. "Can't wait to see #TeamNWM @RakshaHoost in the upcoming season of #TheWheelOfTime 🙏🏾🙏🏼"
2. ↑ Reported by *WoT Series* in a post on Twitter/X, October 18, 2023.
3. ↑ Raksha Hoost confirmed she would be in season 3 in this post on Twitter, October 21, 2023. "See me in season 3 of #TheWheelofTime 🎬"
Shadowspawn

**Shadowspawn** is the term for creatures of the Dark One. The different forms of Shadowspawn have little in common with each other, except they are entirely bound to the Shadow.

## History

Shadowspawn are dark constructs created by a man who served the Dark One during the Age of Legends.

During the Trolloc Wars, Shadowspawn armies completely obliterated many of the nations of the Westlands, as they fought alongside the Friends of the Dark and Dreadlords in the name of the Shadow.

## Types of Shadowspawn

### Trollocs

Main article: Trolloc
Trollocs are the most common form of Shadowspawn, and make up an easily controlled and renewable army. They appear as hybrids between humans and animals, with some having attributes of boars, while others have more avian appearances.

### Fades

Main article: Fade
Fades are a type of Shadowspawn that is more humanoid and intelligent than the animalistic Trollocs. They are extremely dangerous, and have the ability to command Trollocs to obey their orders.

### Draghkar

Draghkar are another rare yet especially dangerous type of Shadowspawn.

## Quotes

> Armies of Trollocs and Fades a million strong will wash across the Land, killing and eating every person they find.
>
> Moiraine Damodred

## Changes from the book series

Shadowspawn are adapted from the creatures of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series. (Book wiki contains MAJOR spoilers).

## Gallery

### Videos

The Wheel Of Time – Shadowspawn - Prime Video
## References

1. ↑ Twitter: More than one nightmare lurks in the dark... Meet the Shadowspawn hunting our heroes. #TheWheelOfTime. October 14, 2021.
2. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 1: *Leavetaking*.
3. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 2: *Shadow's Waiting*.
4. ↑ *The Wheel of Time Origins*, episode 2: *The Fall of Manetheren*.
5. ↑ Trivia for *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 1: *Leavetaking*.
6. ↑ Trivia for *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 2: *Shadow's Waiting*.
7. ↑ Rosamund Pike. Live Q&A with Rosamund Pike. November 19, 2021.
Petr Simcák

**Petr Simcák** is a Czech actor who portrays Tom Thane on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## Overview

Prior to joining *The Wheel of Time*, Petr Simcák was known for portraying Stefan Schäfer in *Die Himmelsleiter* (2015 TV mini series), Tomás Hrobský in *To See the Sea* (2014), Felix Kaufman in *Crossing Lines* (2014 TV series).

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time*
	+ Season 1, episode 1 Leavetaking - Tom Thane

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## External links

* Petr Simcák at the Internet Movie Database
Rhuidean

**Rhuidean** is a city in the Aiel Waste. It will play a large role in the events of season 3.

## Trivia

* Rafe Judkins teased having recently come from the Rhuidean set when he came to speak about the show at New York Comic Con 2023.

## Changes from the book series

Rhuidean is an adaptation of the city of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## References

1. ↑ NYCC panel, October 14, 2023, stated by Rafe Judkins.
2. ↑ NYCC panel, October 14, 2023, stated by Rafe Judkins.
Michael D'Cruze

**Michael D'Cruze** is a British actor who plays Zahir on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

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## External links

* Michael D'Cruze at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Michael D'Cruze (@michaeldcruze18) on Instagram
* Follow Michael D'Cruze (@michaeldcruze1) on Twitter
* Michael D'Cruze on Spotlight
Naomi Joy Todd

**Naomi Joy Todd** is a voice and dialect coach who works on *The Wheel of Time* television series. She is the dialect coach, language consultant, translator, and language developer for the series.

## General overview

Todd has worked as a dialect coach for a number of projects, including *Mamma Mia - Here We Go Again!*, *On the Basis of Sex*, *Chernobyl*, *Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker*, and *No Time to Die*.

As a dialect coach for *The Wheel of Time*, she plays a major role in developing the Old Tongue for the show. Todd also worked with Gavin Lilley to develop Maiden handtalk, a new sign language for the show.

## Quotes

> We have an amazing dialect coach called Naomi Todd, and her and I just went up and down the forest hills surrounding the Aes Sedai camp trying to drill the lines into me. Because that has to sound like something that she’s said constantly to herself. And there has to be a certain flow to it.
>
> Zoë Robins on working with Todd to speak the Old Tongue in episode 1.04 The Dragon Reborn

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## External links

* Naomi Joy Todd's official website: naomijoytodd.co.uk
* Naomi Joy Todd's page about The Wheel of Time (archived)
* Naomi Joy Todd at the Internet Movie Database

## References

1. ↑ Stated on Naomi Joy Todd's Current Projects page. Retrieved June 29, 2022. (archived)
2. ↑ WoTSeries: October 27, 2021.
3. ↑ Naomi Joy Todd's official website, project page for The Wheel of Time. April 27, 2022. Retrieved June 29, 2022. (archived)
4. ↑ *WoT Series*: The Wheel of Time Dialect Coach Says Show Invented New Sign Language by Omar. June 29, 2022.
5. ↑ *Nerdist*, THE WHEEL OF TIME’S ZOË ROBINS ON THAT NYNAEVE MOMENT by Amy Ratcliffe. November 26, 2021.
Shara

**Shara** is a faraway land, well known for its production of silk.

## Overview

Shara is well known for its role in the silk trade.

## Changes from the book series

Shara is an adaptation of the land of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Twitter: Stout Two Rivers wool, Sharan silk or just an Altaran dagger around your neck? Whether you're inspired by the books or by the video below, we want to see your cosplay! Tag @TheWheelofTime in your photos. #TheWheelOfTime. October 19, 2020.
Peter de Jersey

Peter de Jersey as Berden Sanche

**Peter de Jersey** is an actor who portrays Berden Sanche on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, de Jersey was best known for portraying Kristian Schaefer in *Warrior Nun* (2020-2022), Brian Young in *Broadchurch* (2013-2017), Goran in *Atlantis* (2014-2015), and Michael X in *The Bank Job* (2008). de Jersey also portrayed Chief Inspector 'Tiger' Brown in the stage play *The Threepenny Opera* (2016), alongside fellow actor Hammed Animashaun. After *The Wheel of Time*, Peter de Jersey notably went on to portray Mr. Holdaway *The Sandman* (2022).

## Credits

* Season 1
	+ 1.06 *The Flame of Tar Valon* - Berden Sanche

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## External links

* Peter de Jersey at the Internet Movie Database
* Peter de Jersey on Wikipedia
Lanterns

***Lanterns*** is the fifth track of *The Wheel of Time: Season 1, Vol. 1*, first released on November 19, 2021 for season 1 of the television series *The Wheel of Time*. It was composed by Lorne Balfe.

The song is used in the first episode *Leavetaking*, during the lighting of lanterns for Bel Tine.

## Navigation

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Rohit Kumar

**Rohit Kumar** is a writer who works on *The Wheel of Time* television series beginning with season 2.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, Rohit Kumar was known for writing eleven episodes of *The Walking Dead: World Beyond* (2020-2021) and fourteen episodes of *13 Reasons Why* (2018-2019).

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ Season 2, episode 5

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## External links

* Rohit Kumar at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Rohit Kumar (@oarpunch) on Twitter
* Rohit Kumar on 13 Reasons Why Wiki
* Rohit Kumar on The Walking Dead Wiki

## References

1. ↑ WGA West Directory: Rohit Kumar. Retrieved May 5, 2023.
Peter Franzén

**Peter Vilhelm Franzén** (born 14 August 1971) is a Finnish actor who plays Stepin in Amazon Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, Peter Franzén was best known to English-speaking audiences for portraying King Harald Finehair in *Vikings* (2016-2019), Reiniger in *The Gunman* (2015 film), and Hrolf in *True Blood* (2009, episode "Never Let Me Go"). Franzén is an accomplished Finnish actor and also known for portraying Jake Rosenius in *Karjalan kunnailla* (2007-2012), Rikosylikonstaapeli Timo Harjunpää in *Priest of Evil* (2010), Kake in *Above Dark Waters* (2013), and Otto Takkunen in *Pahat pojat* (2003).

Franzén was at a table read on January 22, 2020, and his casting as Stepin was officially announced on August 19, 2020.

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time*
	+ Season 1 - Stepin

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## External links

* Peter Franzén at the Internet Movie Database
* Peter Franzén on Wikipedia
* Follow Peter Franzén (@peter.franzen) on Instagram

## References

1. ↑ https://actorsinscandinavia.com/actorslist/peter-franzen/
2. ↑ Table read January 22, 2020.
3. ↑ Twitter: No one has been able to “match her power in almost six hundred years,” according to descriptions. Please welcome Clare Perkins as Kerene, along with Peter Franzen as her Warder, Stepin. #WOTonPrime August 19, 2020.
Petra Lustigová

**Petra Lustigová** is a Czech actress who portrays a Shienaran Woman on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

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## External links

* Petra Lustigová at the Internet Movie Database
Rhiannon Giddens

**Rhiannon Giddens** is an American musician. She has performed for songs used in the score of *The Wheel of Time* as part of the music group Our Native Daughters.

## General overview

Rhiannon Giddens was born in the piedmont of North Carolina to a white father and a Black mother. She graduated from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music with a degree in Opera Theater.

She formed a trio called the Carolina Chocolate Drops with Justin Robertson and Don Flemons, which would become the first Black string band to perform on the Grand Ole Opry. The group split up in in 2014, after winning a GRAMMY in 2011 for their fourth album, *Genuine Negro Jig*.

Giddens launched her solo career in 2015, and went on to form *Our Native Daughters* with other Black female musicians.

## Credits

* *Caisen'shar* - as part of Our Native Daughters and Abby Lyons
* *Makitai* - as part of Our Native Daughters

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Michael Pitthan

Michael Pitthan in the role of a bartender

**Michael Pitthan** is an actor who portrays a bartender in *The Wheel of Time* TV series.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, Michael Pitthan was best known for his work in theatre and as a stand-up comedian. In television, Michael Pitthan's portrayed King George VI of England in *Atlantic Crossing* (2020, 2 episodes) and Fennimore in *Carnival Row* (2019-2023, 4 episodes).

Michael Pitthan's involved in *The Wheel of Time* was revealed in August 2023 when his credits were added onto IMDb. Michael Pitthan was also invited back to do promotion at the season 2 premiere event that took place on the Two Rivers set.

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ Season 2, episode 4 - Unnamed bartender in the Cairhienin countryside
	+ Season 2 premiere event

## Quotes

> Sometimes my work takes me interesting places. Two Rivers folk are tough. Bollocks to the Trollocks. A promo gig I did last week for @wheeloftimeamazon #bts #actorslife #lovemyjob #gratitudeismyattitude
>
> Michael Pitthan on Instagram, September 3, 2021

## Gallery

Michael Pitthan on the Two Rivers set for the season 2 premiere eventMichael Pitthan's costume for the season 2 premiere eventMichael Pitthan by *The Wheel of Time* logo at the season 2 premiere eventMichael Pitthan with a Trolloc head at the season 2 premiere event
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## External links

* Michael Pitthan at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Michael Pitthan (@pikeymittens) on Instagram
* Follow Michael Pitthan (@michaelpitthanactor) on Facebook
* Michael Pitthan on Spotlight

## References

1. ↑ https://actorsmap.cz/en/herec/michael-pitthan-2/
2. ↑ https://www.e-talenta.eu/members/profile/michael-pitthan
3. ↑ Documented by *WoT Series* in a post on Twitter, August 29, 2023.
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Michael Pitthan posted on Instagram on September 3, 2023.
Naana Agyei-Ampadu

**Naana Agyei-Ampadu** is a British actress who portrays Danya on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Prior to *The Wheel of Time*, Agyei-Ampadu was mostly known for her stage performances which include *Caroline or Change* (2018), *Avenue Q* (2006), and Juliet in *Measure for Measure*. She won critical acclaim for her role as Yvonne in Ché Walker’s *Been So Long* (2009), and she was nominated for an Evening Standard Theatre Award for her performance.

Agyei-Ampadu was at the table read for the first and second episodes in September 2019. On October 3, 2019, her involvement in *The Wheel of Time* was revealed on Twitter by her talent agency. On Agyei-Ampadu's agency profile page, her character's name was revealed to be Danya.

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ 101. *Leavetaking* - Danya

## Quotes

> Had a wonderful time playing Danya in @thewheeloftime
>
> Naana Agyei-Ampadu on Instagram, November 23, 2021

## Gallery

Naana Agyei-Ampadu in costume as Danya, behind the scenes of episode 101
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## External links

* Naana Agyei-Ampadu at the Internet Movie Database
* Naana Agyei-Ampadu on Wikipedia
* Follow Naana Agyei-Ampadu (@N\_AgyeiAmpadu) on Twitter
* Follow Naana Agyei-Ampadu (@naana82) on Instagram
* Follow Naana Agyei-Ampadu (@naana.agyeipryde) on Facebook
* Official website: naanaagyei-ampadu.com (archived)

## References

1. ↑ Final Unknown Actor from First Table Read Identified by The Creator. April 17, 2020.
2. ↑ Some more WHEEL OF TIME casting news. October 4, 2019.
3. ↑ Tweeted by talent agency Waring & McKenna on October 3, 2021 (archived): "Our brilliant @N\_AgyeiAmpadu has joined the cast of #WheelofTime - seen here in the readthrough!" Also documented in this post.
4. ↑ Naana Agyei-Ampadu (defunct), source documented here.
5. ↑ https://www.instagram.com/p/CWnUS57oDoW/
Oath Rod

The **Oath Rod** is a *ter'angreal* that binds the Aes Sedai to the unbreakable Three Oaths.

## Overview

The Oath Rod is a *ter'angreal* with the use of making oaths which are physically impossible for a channeler to break. When an Accepted is raised to Aes Sedai, she swears the Three Oaths upon the Oath Rod.

## History

The Oath Rod's modern use was developed after Artur Hawkwing laid siege to the White Tower, and the Aes Sedai chose to be bound to the Three Oaths in order to lift the siege.

### Season 1

When Moiraine Damodred is exiled from the White Tower by the judgement of the Amyrlin Seat, Siuan Sanche, she is made to swear on the Oath Rod itself. Moiraine repeats the words that Siuan makes her say, though with the adjustment of a personal oath to Siuan herself.

## Trivia

* Rosamund Pike has joked multiple times about having to film around the Oath Rod so that it does not appear phallic.

## Changes from the book series

The Oath Rod is an adaptation of the item of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## References

1. ↑ IGN with Rafe Judkins, The Wheel of Time: Exclusive Trailer Breakdown with Showrunner Rafe Judkins - IGN First. October 27, 2021.
2. ↑ *The Wheel of Time Origins*, episode 5: *The White Tower*.
3. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 2: *Shadow's Waiting*.
4. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 6: *The Flame of Tar Valon*.
5. ↑ Rosamund Pike on the Emmys For Your Consideration panel.
Malkier

**Malkier** is a fallen nation of the Westlands, and is considered part of the Borderlands. It was lost to the Great Blight.

## Overview

Malkieri follow the honorable customs of the Borderlands. They have a distinct cultural dress, and men wear a thin, braided leather headband called a *hadori* that is awarded on the transition from boyhood to manhood, while women have a painted dot on their forehead.

## History

The last royal family of Malkier was House Mandragoran. Malkier was lost to the Great Blight in the 950s-960s NE. Zahir and his family saved Lan Mandragoran, the infant son of the king and queen, from the palace on the night that the nation was lost, and took him to Fal Dara in Shienar. The nation is now completely lost, but many of its people and their descendants carry on its customs as refugees in the rest of the Borderlands.

### Season 1

On returning to Fal Dara, Lan meets with Zahir's family of Malkieri refugees and their descendants, and enjoys a meal with them for the night. He introduces them to Nynaeve al'Meara, and soon acknowledges his feelings toward her.

In the Blight, Moiraine Damodred and Rand al'Thor observe the Seven Towers of Malkier from afar. They have decayed to a state far worse than when they have abandoned, and that the Blight surrounds them much more than it used to, which Moiraine believes is due to the increasing power of the Dark One as He begins to stir.

## People

Notable nationals include the following characters:

* Lan Mandragoran
* Zahir
* Malkieri Woman
* Malkieri Child

## Trivia

* Malkieri fashion was inspired by Korean *hanbok*. Isis Mussenden was originally inspired by more Japanese designs, but ended up being inspired by Korea due to Daniel Henney's Korean heritage.

## Changes from the book series

Malkier is an adaptation of the nation of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## References

1. ↑ Daniel Henney at the Emmys For Your Consideration Panel.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 7: *The Dark Along the Ways*.
3. ↑ Trivia for *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 4: *The Dragon Reborn*.
4. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 8: *The Eye of the World*.
5. ↑ TV Guide. The Wheel of Time's Rosamund Pike and Daniel Henney Dish on Playing 'the Strangers in Town'. November 18, 2021.
Kelly Valentine Hendry

**Kelly Valentine Hendry** is a Scottish casting director who works for *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Kelly Valentine Hendry has worked as the casting director for several acclaimed series in the UK including *Fleabag* (2016), *Broadchurch* (2013-2017), *Gangs of London* (2020-2022), and *Bridgerton* (2020-2022), and now works for *The Wheel of Time*.

Kelly Valentine Hendry has worked on the following for *The Wheel of Time*:

* *The Wheel of Time*
	+ Season 1 - Casting director
	+ Season 2 - Casting director

## Quotes

> So, in *Wheel of Time* -- which I'm not allowed to talk about, casting, but I will say this -- is: I was in the casting room with Rafe and the other producers and execs when ... we knew we'd got our leads ... we'd flown them in from all over the world -- and we were like looking at each other, and I'll never forget that moment because all of a sudden -- like, if it ... is a huge success, as I hope it should be, it's gonna change their lives and we're looking at these kids, basically, who just don't know. And they of course didn't know the story because they weren't given anything, and I said 'You have no idea what's coming ... the cool stuff coming your way.' So, I really love that. When you know you're absolutely changing someone's life like that.
>
> Kelly Valentine Hendry, July 13, 2020

## Trivia

* Kelly Valentine Hendry and Kae Alexander both worked on *Fleabag*.
* Hendry stated that her dedication to the show led to her imagining the lives of minor characters in her free time, such as what Daise Conger's house looked like, or how she acted when she was making a cup of tea.

## Navigation

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## External links

* Kelly Valentine Hendry at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Kelly Valentine Hendry (@KVHcasting) on Instagram
* Follow Kelly Valentine Hendry (@KVHendry) on Twitter
* kvhcasting.com
* Kelly Valentine Hendry's profile on Hamilton Hodell

## References

1. ↑ Backstage: Fleabag' Casting Director, Kelly Valentine Hendry on How She Casts UK TV. July 13, 2020.
2. ↑ Kelly Valentine Hendry on *The Dusty Wheel*, Wheel of Time TRAILER WATCH PARTY & Live Breakdown!. October 27, 2021.
Mark Fletcher

**Mark Fletcher** is an actor who portrays the Lead Warder on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Fletcher's involvement with the series was first revealed in May 2021 when his credits were added to IMDb. It was confirmed on July 25, 2021 by Fletcher's agency.

## Navigation

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## External links

* Mark Fletcher at the Internet Movie Database
* Agency profile: Mark Fletcher

## References

1. ↑ *Weekly Wheel News* posted on Twitter with a screenshot. May 19, 2021.
2. ↑ WoTSeries.com reported: Breaking: New Cast Mark Fletcher by Eri. May 19, 2021.
3. ↑ Alpha Agency posted on Twitter on July 25, 2021: "Announced for release in Nov 21. Our own Mark Fletcher pops up in it. #Wheelsoftime #Amazon #SwordandSorcery #MarkFletcher"
Malkieri Woman (The Dark Along the Ways)

## Malkieri Woman

A **Malkieri Woman** is a character in *The Wheel of Time* television series portrayed by Derancie Baitoukou.

She is a Malkieri refugee living in Fal Dara.

## History

### Early life

This Malkieri woman is of the lost nation of Malkier. She belongs to the family of Zahir, a royal armsman to House Mandragoran who helped al'Lan Mandragoran escape the fall of Malkier. After their nation was lost to the Great Blight, they came to live in Fal Dara in Shienar.

She is a channeler. It is unknown if she ever studied at the White Tower of Tar Valon (in which case, she would have failed her training), but she is very likely a wilder.

### Season 1

The woman and her family welcome Lan back to the city when he returns to Fal Dara due to his duties as Moiraine Damodred's Warder. They begin to eat dinner happily, and Lan leaves for a brief moment to return with his traveling companion, Nynaeve al'Meara. Mistaking her for an Aes Sedai, the woman greets her, and asks if she is hungry. Nynaeve corrects her, but kindly accepts the woman's offer, and the woman invites her to take a seat, getting the child to move to sit nearer to Lan so Nynaeve has a place to sit down.

The woman answers Lady Amalisa's call for any woman who can channel to help defend the city from the trolloc attack. She links with Amalisa, lending Amalisa her power, which helps decimate the trolloc army. Amalisa pulls too much power through her, and the woman is burnt through by the power. She collapses, her face horrifically burned by the power, apparently dead.

## Physical appearance

The Malkieri woman has medium-light skin. She wears a painted dot on her forehead, per the Malkieri custom for women.

## Appearances

The Malkieri Woman appears in the following episodes:

## Quotes

> **Malkieri Woman**Are you hungry, Nynaeve Sedai?**Nynaeve**Oh, I'm no Aes Sedai. But something to eat would be lovely, thank you.— Nynaeve and the Malkieri woman, 1.07 *The Dark Along the Ways*

## Changes from the book series

The Malkieri woman does not appear in the book series. She represents the many refugees from Malkier living in the rest of the Borderlands.

## Navigation

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Liandrin Guirale •
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Ishamael •
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Selene •
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## References

1. ↑ The official audio description for episode 108 states that she collapses dead.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 7: *The Dark Along the Ways*.
3. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 8: *The Eye of the World*.
Moiraine Sedai (theme)

*This article is about the track. For the character, see Moiraine Damodred.*

***Moiraine Sedai*** is the second track featured in *The Wheel of Time: The First Turn*, released on November 12, 2021. It is composed by Lorne Balfe.

Part of the theme, starting about one minute in, is used for the opening theme of the series beginning in the second episode *Shadow's Waiting*.

## Navigation

Opening theme •
*Sing of Manetheren* •
*The Man Who Can't Forget* •
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***The First Turn***:
01 *Mashithamel* •
02 ***Moiraine Sedai*** •
03 *Ta'maral'ailen* •
04 *Aes Sedai* •
05 *Ost Ninto Shostya* •
06 *Mashiara* •
07 *Al'Naito* •
08 *Al'Cair Sei* •
09 *Caisen'shar* •
10 *Aman Syndai* •
11 *Noriv al Zaffid* •
12 *Al'Dival* •
13 *Wab'shar* •
14 *Mordero'Sheen*
Murandy

**Murandy** is a nation in the Westlands.

## People

Notable nationals include the following:

* Padan Fain

## Trivia

* Murandian attire was inspired by Turkish fashion.

## Changes from the book series

Murandy is an adaptation of the nation of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

## Navigation

White Tower •
Two Rivers •
Tifan's Well •
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Season 1 locations •
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## References

1. ↑ Bonus content for season 1, episode 5: Creating the Look, Part 1.
Ogier

The **Ogier** are a sapient, non-human species that live in *steddings*.

## Overview

The Ogier are known for their great size, their long lives, and their love for verbose conversation. They are known as great scholars and stonemasons, and have a great respect for nature and peace in their daily lives. The great Builders of the Ogier have built some of the most magnificent structures and cities in the world. However, their true love is for trees and nature.

Most Ogier never leave the *steddings*, as if they are gone for too long, they will succumb to the Longing, which will eventually result in death. Though some humans fear Ogier simply for being different, educated humans hold a great respect for Ogier. Any Ogier who comes to Tar Valon is permitted to enter the grounds of the White Tower.

Ogier do not have surnames. Male Ogier will refer to themselves by patronymics, while female Ogier have matronymics. For example, Loial will address himself fully as "Loial son of Arent son of Halan."

## History

After the Breaking of the World, the Ogier helped build many great human cities, such as Tar Valon.

## Activities

Loial son of Arent son of Halan leaves Stedding Shangtai to see the world, arriving in Tar Valon. While staying in the Light's Blessing Inn, Loial meets the young human Rand al'Thor in the library. Loial takes a liking to Rand, and visits the White Tower to retrieve Rand's friend Nynaeve al'Meara, who he was searching for in the city.

## Changes from the book series

The Ogier are based on the species of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) from the book series.

* Size: The Ogier are much taller than humans in the book series. They are only somewhat taller in the television series, due to the excessive cost of special effects.

## References

1. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 3: *A Place of Safety*.
2. ↑ Trivia for *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 5: *Blood Calls Blood*.
3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 *The Wheel of Time Origins*, episode 6: *An Ogier's Longing*.
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 *The Wheel of Time*, season 1 episode 5: *Blood Calls Blood*.
5. ↑ *The Wheel of Time Origins*, episode 4: *Saidin, Saidar, Stone*.
Ost Ninto Shostya

***Ost Ninto Shostya*** (Old Tongue for *On Your Knees*) is the fifth track featured in *The Wheel of Time: The First Turn*, released on November 12, 2021. It is composed by Lorne Balfe.

## Lyrics

*Ost Ninto Shostya* does not contain any lyrics.

## Navigation

Opening theme •
*Sing of Manetheren* •
*The Man Who Can't Forget* •
***Browse all songs***
***The First Turn***:
01 *Mashithamel* •
02 *Moiraine Sedai* •
03 *Ta'maral'ailen* •
04 *Aes Sedai* •
05 ***Ost Ninto Shostya*** •
06 *Mashiara* •
07 *Al'Naito* •
08 *Al'Cair Sei* •
09 *Caisen'shar* •
10 *Aman Syndai* •
11 *Noriv al Zaffid* •
12 *Al'Dival* •
13 *Wab'shar* •
14 *Mordero'Sheen*
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 language of the same name  (*book spoilers!*) 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.
* 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

1. ↑ *The Wheel of Time*, season 2 episode 7: *Daes Dae'mar*.
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 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.
Maria Doyle Kennedy

**Maria Doyle Kennedy** (born 25 September 1964) is an Irish actress who portrays Ila on Prime Video's *The Wheel of Time*.

## General overview

Kennedy is known for her television roles such as Queen Catherine of Aragon in *The Tudors*, Vera Bates in *Downton Abbey*, Siobhán Sadler in *Orphan Black*, and Jocasta Cameron in *Outlander*.

Kennedy was at the table read in January 2020. Kennedy's casting as Ila was announced on July 22, 2020, with her character name misspelled as "Illa".

## Credits

* *The Wheel of Time* TV series
	+ Season 1 - Ila

## Quotes

> I don’t think you can make out the script in this photo and somehow I look a bit scared ( when actually I am totally honoured and truly delighted) to be working with a whole pile of Beauts on #WheelOfTime the new amazon show @wotonprime 😊👍🏽 #magic
> look forward to sharing it with you xx
>
> Maria Doyle Kennedy at the table read, Instagram, January 21, 2020

## Trivia

* Maria Doyle Kennedy and Marigo Kehoe both worked on *Outlander*.

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## External links

* Maria Doyle Kennedy at the Internet Movie Database
* Follow Maria Doyle Kennedy (@mariadkennedy) on Twitter
* Follow Maria Doyle Kennedy (@mariadoylekennedy) on Instagram

## References

1. ↑ Table read January 22, 2020.
2. ↑ Twitter: Please welcome the Tuatha'an, our newest cast members to the #WOTonPrime family: Maria Doyle Kennedy @mariadkennedy as Illa. July 22, 2020.
3. ↑ Maria Doyle Kennedy posted on Instagram on January 21, 2020.
Paul Clarkson

**Paul Clarkson** is a British screenwriter who writes for *The Wheel of Time* television series. He is the twin brother of Michael Clarkson, who he often works together with in his projects.

## General overview

Clarkson's best known credit is *The Haunting of Bly Manor*, where he worked as a co-producer along with his brother.

Clarkson is credited on the following episodes:

* 1.03 A Place of Safety - co-written with Michael Clarkson

## Navigation

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## External links

* Paul Clarkson at the Internet Movie Database

## References

1. ↑ https://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/18190259.town-inspired-new-series-writers-hit-shows/
Larry Mondragon

**Larry Mondragon** is an executive producer for Prime Video's television series *The Wheel of Time*. He also executive produced the 2015 short film *Winter Dragon*. He and Rick Selvage co-founded the production company Red Eagle Entertainment.

## General overview

In 2003, Mondragon co-founded Red Eagle with Rick Selvage; Selvage is chairman and president, and Mondragon is executive vice president. In 2004, author Robert Jordan sold the TV, film, video game, and comic book rights for *The Wheel of Time* book series to Red Eagle.

Credits:

* *Winter Dragon* (2015) - Executive producer
* *The Wheel of Time*
	+ Season 1 - Executive producer

## Quotes

> I know at the outset that I am not going to be able satisfy the fan that wants to see every event, minor plotline and character from the novel fully portrayed in the movie. This is a goal that no filmmaker could possibly meet. However, I think what is important is that we know who the main characters are, how they develop from humble, but happy beginnings, how they are tested by events outside of their control, and how they develop the inchoate talents that will eventually make each one them powerful opponents of The Dark One.
>
> Mondragon, 2010 interview

## External links

* Larry Mondragon at the Internet Movie Database
* 2010 Interview: JordanCon: Interview with Red Eagle Entertainment by Richard Fife, May 17, 2010.

## References

1. ↑ https://deadline.com/2020/01/the-wheel-of-time-amazon-prime-production-update-tca-1202830490/