Maiden of the Spear from the Taardad clan. Experienced warrior with strong opinions.

Black Ajah sister captured in the Stone. Severed from the True Source as punishment.

Wise One of the Taardad Aiel. One of Rhuarc's wives and powerful dreamwalker.

Assigned to watch Rand by the Wise Ones. Hostile toward him but bound by ji'e'toh.

Maiden of the Spear from the Black Rock sept of the Shaarad Aiel. First-sister to Chiad.

Ancient Wise One, very old but still sharp. Respected teacher of other Wise Ones.

Tairen lord, typical of the lesser nobility. Follows High Lords' lead.

Common soldier among the Defenders of the Stone. Typical enlisted man.

Clan chief of the Nakai Aiel. Respected leader among the chiefs.

Powerful sa'angreal in the form of a crystal sword. Prophesied to be claimed by the chosen one.

Captain of the Stone's guard, loyal to the High Lords of Tear.

Captain of the Defenders of the Stone. Professional soldier loyal to Tear.

Young captain of Tairen forces, eager for glory but inexperienced.

Veteran captain of the Stone's garrison. Experienced military officer.

Maiden of the Spear from the Stones River sept of the Goshien Aiel. First-sister to Bain.

Defender of the Stone, veteran soldier with years of service.

Stone Dog warrior captured in the Stone of Tear with Gaul and others.

Clan chief of the Reyn Aiel. Tall chief with commanding presence.

Tairen lord with lands outside the city. Concerned about Aiel presence.

Learns to enter Tel'aran'rhiod (the World of Dreams) using ter'angreal given by Verin.

Shows talent for making ter'angreal. Her royal upbringing helps in dealing with nobles.

Maiden of the Spear from the Jindo sept. Fierce warrior with red hair.

Follows Perrin to fulfill his obligation. Becomes loyal companion and cultural guide.

Clan chief of the Tomanelle Aiel. Dignified leader of his people.

High Lady of Tear, beautiful noblewoman involved in court politics.

High Lady of Tear, member of the noble court with significant influence.

High Lord of Tear, part of the Stone's ruling oligarchy.

High Lord of Tear, member of the Stone's council.

High Lord of Tear, member of the ruling council. Traditional noble resisting change.

High Lord of Tear, more reasonable than some of his peers. Cautious about change.

High Lord of Tear, part of the ruling class that has oppressed channelers.

High Lord of Tear, part of the traditional power structure.

High Lord of Tear, member of the Stone's ruling council.

High Lord of Tear, part of the ruling oligarchy.

High Lord of Tear who has been manipulating events. Actually Be'lal, an ancient enemy.

High Lord of Tear, traditionalist who opposes change.

Another High Lord of Tear, part of the ruling council of the nation.

High Lord of Tear, traditionalist noble.

A fat High Lord of Tear, typical of the corrupt nobility.

A High Lord of Tear, vain and ambitious. Commands respect through his noble status.

Black Ajah sister captured in the Stone of Tear. Tries to manipulate her captors with lies.

Stone Dog warrior, companion to Gaul. Captured with him in the Stone.

Tairen thief-catcher with distinctive conical cap. Sconfronted tracker and investigator.

Maiden of the Spear, younger warrior learning from the veterans.

Continues as Moiraine's Warder, tracking Rand. His feelings for Nynaeve create internal conflict.

Traveling with Mat and Perrin, documenting their adventures. His Ogier nature makes him valuable.

Maiden of the Spear, known for her skill with throwing spears.

Given ancient memories by the twisted doorway ter'angreal. Gains battle knowledge of legendary...

Spear received from the twisted doorway ter'angreal. Has ancient inscriptions.

Wise One of the Jhirad clan. Young and fiery, can channel.

Young woman with the gift of seeing images around people. Arrives in Tear.

Follows Rand's trail with Lan, trying to guide his development as the chosen one from a distance.

Gleeman traveling with merchants. Actually Asmodean, an ancient enemy.

Uses need in Tel'aran'rhiod to track the Black Ajah sisters who fled the Tower.

Former peddler corrupted by Shadar Logoth and the Shadow. Hunting Rand with twisted purpose.

Meets Faile Bashere, daughter of a Saldaean lord. Their relationship is tempestuous from the start.

Blacksmith's hammer wielded by Perrin as both tool and weapon. Symbol of his craft.

Leaves his friends behind to pursue his destiny alone. Travels toward Tear and the Stone.

Tam al'Thor's sword, now wielded by Rand. Heron-mark blade of finest steel.

Young Tairen lord, son of a High Lord. Arrogant and entitled.

Clan chief of the Taardad Aiel. A tall, graying man with calm authority and strategic mind.

Red Shield warrior, member of the elite Aiel society. Disciplined fighter.

Maiden of the Spear, tall and strong. One of the Maidens guarding important areas.

Massive fortress in Tear, said to be impregnable. Contains Callandor in its Heart.

Maiden of the Spear, one of the leaders among the Maidens. White-haired and experienced warrior.

Traveling with Mat and Perrin. His skills as a gleeman hide his past as a court bard and spy.

Reveals her real name is Zarine, but prefers to be called Faile. Strong-willed and determined.

Brown Ajah sister, twin to Vandene. Ancient scholar with vast knowledge.

Ancient enemy, creator of Trollocs and other Shadowspawn. Destroyed at the Eye.

Green Ajah sister hunting the Black Ajah. Passionate and emotional for an Aes Sedai.

Blue Ajah sister in the White Tower. Part of the inner circle aware of the Black Ajah threat.

Young Tuatha'an, grandson of Raen and Ila. Questioning the Way of the Leaf.

Former Green Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Part of the thirteen who fled.

Ancient enemy, master of spies and information. Destroyed at the Eye.

Cairhienin lord, cousin to Moiraine. Involved in political schemes and possibly Darkfriend.

Innkeeper of The Queen's Blessing in Caemlyn. Fat, jovial man who helps travelers.

Illianer ship captain and trader. Commands the river vessel Spray.

Green Ajah sister on the hunt for Black Ajah. Experienced warrior sister.

Wolf encountered in the wolf dream. Part of the spiritual pack.

Former Yellow Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Fled the Tower with Liandrin.

Another gambler frequently beaten by Mat's supernatural luck at dice.

Innkeeper serving the Shadow, tries to trap the group. Typical of hidden Darkfriends.

Traveling merchant secretly serving the Shadow. Reports on group's movements.

Cairhienin lord, more trustworthy than most. Serves House Damodred interests.

Red Ajah sister with the Foretelling. Ambitious and believes she knows best for the Tower.

Former Brown Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Scholarly but corrupt.

Former Warder who became a wolfbrother. Lives in the wild and speaks with wolves.

Former White Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Fled the Tower.

Accepted in the White Tower. Ambitious and somewhat arrogant toward novices.

Crewman on Domon's ship. Untrustworthy and prone to causing trouble.

Red Ajah sister, highest among the Red in the Tower. Stern and uncompromising.

Lord Captain Commander of the Queen's Guards. Veteran soldier and tactician.

Soul-less assassin of the Shadow. Nearly invisible to human perception.

Wolf spirit in Tel'aran'rhiod. Teaches Perrin about the wolf dream and wolf nature.

Legendary horn that calls fallen heroes back to fight. Mat is linked to it.

Shienaran thief-taker with the ability to smell violence. Loyal to Rand.

Warder to Alanna Mosvani. Cairhienin man with typical Warder traits.

Wife of Raen, mother figure among the Tuatha'an. Devoted to the Way of the Leaf.

Shienaran lord who helped hunt the Horn. Revealed to be a Darkfriend seeking redemption.

Beautiful woman traveling with Kadere's group. Another Darkfriend spy.

Former Blue Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Sconfronted in Healing.

Inquisitor of the Hand of the Light. Secret Darkfriend commanding Whitecloaks.

Former Green Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Fled with Liandrin's circle.

Merchant traveling with Aiel. Actually a Darkfriend spy watching events.

Green Ajah sister hunting Black Ajah. Sister to Lady Amalisa of Fal Dara.

Guard at The Queen's Blessing inn. Tough man who works for Master Gill.

Keeper of the Chronicles, working with Siuan to coordinate the hunt for Black Ajah.

The Dragon, previous incarnation of the champion of the Light. Destroyed in madness.

Revealed as Black Ajah leader who fled the Tower with other Darkfriend sisters.

Elayne's childhood nurse, now servant in the royal palace. Full of folk wisdom.

Lord in Illian, mentioned in reports about strange activities. Controls much influence.

The Black Wind that guards the Ways. Fallenly, soul-consuming entity.

Former Brown Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Fled with Liandrin's circle.

Brown Ajah sister, part of the group hunting Black Ajah. Scholar and researcher.

Queen of Andor and mother to Elayne. Concerned about her daughter's training.

Warder to Alanna Mosvani. Second Warder bonded to the Green sister.

Gambler who plays dice with Mat. One of many who lose money to Mat's incredible luck.

Seeker of the Tuatha'an (Tinkers). Leader of a wagon train following the Way of the Leaf.

Lord Gaebril, advisor to Queen Morgase. Actually Rahvin, an ancient enemy.

Former White Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Part of Liandrin's group.

Another Gray Man assassin hunting the group. Confronted by Lan.

Beautiful mysterious woman who appears to Rand. Encourages him to seek power.

Cursed dagger from Shadar Logoth that poisoned Mat. Now cleansed and safe.

Mistress of Novices in the White Tower. Blue Ajah sister with red hair.

Secretly supports the hunt for Black Ajah while maintaining her public position as Amyrlin.

Great city and island, home of the White Tower and Aes Sedai. Center of Power.

Red Ajah sister, cold and efficient. Strong supporter of Red Ajah policies.

Former Gray Ajah, now revealed as Black Ajah. Known for her cruelty.

The source of all creation and Light. Rarely intervenes directly in events.

The ultimate enemy of all creation. Imprisoned outside the Pattern but influence grows.

Accepted in the White Tower. Studious and dedicated to her training.

Brown Ajah sister, twin to Adeleas. Scholar specializing in ancient texts.

Gives Egwene ter'angreal that allow entry to Tel'aran'rhiod. Claims it's for studying dreams.

Wolf in Tel'aran'rhiod, part of Hopper's pack. Helps teach Perrin.

Crewman aboard Domon's vessel. Experienced river sailor from Illian.