10 Mind-Blowing Book Stories That Are Guaranteed to Shock You After Wheel of Time Season 1

Summary

Many important storylines from Robert Jordan's book series are unlikely to happen in the show due to changes made in The Wheel of Time season 1.

The television adaptation of The Wheel of Time has made changes to characters like Abell Cauthon, Mat, and Rand, potentially affecting their roles in important book events. Moreover, The Wheel of Time season 1 has omitted significant characters like Aginor, who becomes Osan'gar, and Aran'gar, who disguises as Halima, indicating that they may not be included in the show.

The Wheel of Time adaptation for Amazon Prime Video's first season has already made numerous alterations to Robert Jordan's novel series. As a result, there is a possibility that nine significant stories from the books will not be featured in the show. Given the vastness of Robert Jordan's book series, it is expected that some stories would be set aside to fit the television adaptation. However, it is crucial for The Wheel of Time to ensure that the show's continuity does not veer too far from the original books.

Although seven major book stories have been confirmed for Wheel of Time season 2, it is still important for the show to exercise caution. This becomes even more significant due to the exclusion of several characters in Wheel of Time season 1. Additionally, certain book characters were significantly altered for television, which is likely to prevent the occurrence of specific storylines. Thus, it appears that nine book storylines are at risk of being eliminated based on the changes witnessed in The Wheel of Time season 1.

9 Abell Cauthon Defending The Two Rivers

Mat's father, Abell Cauthon, undergoes a significant change in the Wheel of Time television series. In the adaptation, Abell is portrayed as an irresponsible and neglectful father, consumed by alcohol. However, in the original books, Abell is a beloved and capable figure who fulfills his responsibilities towards his family and serves as a loving father to Mat and his sisters.

Abell garners recognition for his exceptional horsemanship skills and consistently emerges victorious in the quarterstaff competition at Bel Tine, an annual event. In the books, he plays a crucial role in defending the Two Rivers against Trolloc attacks. Unfortunately, due to the altered depiction of his character in the television series, it appears improbable that he will fulfill this role. Instead, it is likely that Tam al'Thor will take on this responsibility, as the Prime Video show portrays Abell as excessively timid and feeble.

8 Mat Blowing The Horn Of Valere

One significant change to the books is that Mat is highly unlikely to blow the Horn of Valere in Amazon's Wheel of Time adaptation. While in the books, Mat actively participates in the hunt for the Horn and eventually acquires it during the battle with the Seanchan at Falme, in the adaptation, he is separated from the rest of the group and does not appear poised to join the hunt. Consequently, it is highly improbable that he will be the one to blow the Horn.

7 Rand Learning Swordsmanship From Lan

In the second installment of the Wheel of Time series, named The Great Hunt, the protagonist Rand undertakes sword training with Lan Mandragoran. However, given Rand's recent behavior of abandoning his friends and venturing alone at the conclusion of Wheel of Time season 1, it appears unlikely that he will have the opportunity for such training in the television adaptation. This alteration is significant since Rand's proficiency with a sword aids him in overcoming various challenging situations throughout the series, including a climactic duel with High Lord Turak towards the end of The Great Hunt. While these moments can still occur, the absence of Rand's instruction in sword forms from Lan may render them less credible.

6 Aginor Becoming Osan'gar & Joining The Ashaman

Prime Video's adaptation of The Wheel of Time diverges from the books, resulting in significant changes to the concept of the Eye of the World. One major alteration includes the omission of two powerful Forsaken, who are loyal servants of the Dark One. The series hints at the exclusion of five out of the original thirteen Forsaken, potentially including Aginor and Balthamel, who should have appeared at the Eye of the World as per the books.

In the original story, Aginor meets his demise at the Eye of the World but is reborn by the Dark One as Osan'gar. Adopting the identity of a farmer, Osan'gar infiltrates Rand's society of male channelers, known as the Ashaman. In an attempt to assassinate Rand, Osan'gar briefly maintains his disguise but ultimately fails. His eventual demise occurs, leaving no chance for this specific storyline to be portrayed in the show, especially since Aginor did not make an appearance in the first season of The Wheel of Time.

5 Aran'gar Posing As Halima

4 Agelmar Leading One Of The Armies Of The Light

Aran'gar, formerly known as Balthamel, another one of the Forsaken who was meant to be present at the Eye of the World, experiences resurrection at the hands of the Dark One after meeting demise in the initial book. Adopting the guise of a commoner named Halima, Aran'gar infiltrates the Aes Sedai and skillfully sows discord among their ranks. Through the use of relentless and excruciating headaches, Halima torments Egwene. Unfortunately, the exclusion of Balthamel in Season 1 of The Wheel of Time implies that these occurrences are unlikely to be portrayed in the television adaptation.

Agelmar Jagad's character in The Wheel of Time season 1 undergoes significant changes. He is depicted as bombastic and ineffectual, ultimately meeting his demise in the season finale. However, in the original books, Agelmar is revered as one of the four "Great Captains" and commands one of the Armies of the Light during Tarmon Gai'don. Holding a crucial position at Tarwin's Gap, he plays a pivotal role in the Last Battle. Unfortunately, with Agelmar's untimely death after just one season of The Wheel of Time, the show will not be able to explore these significant storylines.

3 Loial Traversing Alternate Worlds With Rand

2 Rand Losing The Horn In Cairhien

After the conclusion of the first season of The Wheel of Time, where Loial's death was cleverly staged, his journey appears poised to take a refreshing turn. In the original books, Loial embarks on an expedition with Rand, Mat, and Perrin, as they embark on a quest to locate the revered artifact known as the Horn of Valere. However, due to the dramatic turn of events in the season 1 finale, which saw Loial's near-fatal encounter and Rand venturing into the Blight alone, the possibility of experiencing the perilous trials in an alternate realm alongside Loial and Rand seems implausible within the world of the Wheel of Time adaptation.

The solitude of Rand's journey through the Blight towards the conclusion of Wheel of Time season 1 suggests that he may not participate in the pursuit of the Horn of Valere. This alteration has significant implications for the narrative compared to the books, wherein Rand discovers the Horn and brings it to Cairhien, only for it to be subsequently stolen. Since Rand spends a considerable portion of the second Wheel of Time book in Cairhien, this deviation could greatly affect his storyline. While it remains possible for Rand to visit the city in Wheel of Time season 2, it is highly likely that the events involving his loss of the Horn there will be omitted.

1 Padan Fain Merging With Mordeth

Interestingly, Mordeth, the man/spirit residing in Shadar Logoth, is surprisingly missing in The Wheel of Time season 1. In the books, Rand, Mat, and Perrin encounter him while exploring Shadar Logoth. Later on, when Padan Fain enters the haunted city, Mordeth seizes him and attempts to possess his body. However, due to Fain's already immense connection to the Dark One, Mordeth can only merge their entities. This results in Fain becoming a malevolent combination of the Dark One's servant and Mordeth, thereby increasing his threat level. Nonetheless, since Mordeth is excluded from The Wheel of Time, it is unlikely that this storyline will be included in the show.