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is an epic fantasy series created and written by the late and later continued by . And now, this fantasy epic has finally hit the small screen with a stunning streaming series on Amazon Prime. Fans love the fantasy saga for its intricate world-building, its links to mythology and religion, its ambitious, far-spanning storyline, and—perhaps most importantly—the characters who bring the story to life. Rand al'Thor is one of the main Wheel of Time protagonists, and he’s widely beloved. Rand is a complicated character with a fascinating backstory and a character arc that forces him to grow and change.
Warning: The following article contains spoilers for Wheel of Time.
The debut novel in the Wheel of Time series, was first published in 1990. It introduced Rand al'Thor, a shepherd from Two Rivers. Early in the novel, Rand discovers that the couple who raised him are not his blood parents. It is later revealed that Rand is the reincarnation of Lews Therin and the Dragon Reborn, fated to both destroy and save the world. Many cultures in the world of this series have prophecies about the return of the Dragon. As the prophecy foretold, Rand was born on the slopes of Dragonmount on 2 Danu 978 NE on the last day of the Battle of the Blood Snow at the end of the Aiel War. His mother died in childbirth, and Rand was rescued by Tam al'Thor, who became his surrogate father.
Who are Rand al'Thor's allies?
Min Farshaw
Min Farshaw is one of three of Rand's lovers over the course of the Wheel of Time series. Min is the second woman to become Rand's partner and the only one of his paramours who remains by his side at all times. Min's knowledge of philosophy helps Rand figure out how to face the Dark One, while her love keeps Rand grounded and closer to his humanity.
Elayne Trakand
Elayne Trakand is another of the three women who have chosen to love Rand. With Rand, she becomes pregnant with twins, a boy and a girl. Elayne has a strong bond with Rand's two other lovers and is particularly close to Aviendha.
Aviendha
Aviendha is a Wise One of the Nine Valleys sept of the Taardad Aiel. She is the third woman to claim Rand's love, and the first of Rand's three lovers to sleep with him. She is drawn to Rand immediately but holds back because of her closeness to Elayne, for whom Rand had already declared his love.
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