WHO’S WHO?
● MOIRAINE DAMODRED, PLAYED BY ROSAMUND PIKE
Rosamund, 42, is the beating heart of the series. She is a legendary, mighty warrior. She has the miraculous power to channel the “One Power” which is the source of all magic in this mystical universe.
She is set on finding the Dragon Reborn, believed to be humanity’s saviour. In battle scenes, you see her power circling around her as she uses it to fight the enemy. Pike’s co-star Daniel Henney told the Sunday People she enlisted the help of a movement coach from London to perfect the choreography and hand gestures needed for the role.
● LAN MANDRAGORAN, PLAYED BY DANIEL HENNEY
American Daniel, 41, starred in X-men Origins: Wolverine and was a regular cast member in the series Criminal Minds. His character Lan is a warder, bodyguard and protector of Moiraine.
● RAND AL’THOR, PLAYED BY JOSHA STRADOWSKI
Watch out, there’s a new heartthrob in town. Dutch actor and former model Josha, 26, enjoys the first kiss of the series as things get steamy with Egwene. He plays farmer and shepherd Rand – perhaps they should have named him Randy instead – from the Two Rivers. He’s also friends with Perrin and Lan.
● EGWENE AL’VERE, PLAYED BY MADELEINE MADDEN
The Australian actress, 24, plays a determined apprentice and appears to be more than just friends with brooding Rand.
MOIRAINE DAMODRED
PERRIN AYBARA, PLAYED BY MARCUS RUTHERFORD
Also known as Perrin Goldeneyes and Young Bull, the little-known 26-yearold actor is one of the main characters. Perrin was originally a blacksmith’s apprentice from the Two
Rivers.
● NYNAEVE AL’MEARA, PLAYED BY ZOE ROBINS
The New Zealander, 28, plays the “Wisdom” of the village of Emond’s Field, who advises the village council.
● MATRIM CAUTHON, PLAYED BY BARNEY HARRIS
Barney, 24, plays the young farmer from the Two Rivers.