Wheel of Time Season 2 Unveils Exciting New Plot Twists!

Summary

The trailer for season 2 of The Wheel of Time suggests that Rand and Lanfear's relationship will deviate from the books, possibly indicating an earlier revelation of her true identity by Rand. Additionally, it seems that Liandrin will assume Elaida's role in the Aes Sedai coup at the White Tower, implying that she will be the one responsible for inciting conflict among the Aes Sedai.

Aviendha's presence in season 2 hints at her intersecting path with Perrin's, potentially influencing the quest for the Horn of Valere and straying away from the original storyline depicted in the books.

With the release of The Wheel of Time season 2 trailer, it becomes apparent that at least five more deviations from the books are in store. The inaugural season of Amazon's adaptation of Robert Jordan's extensive 14-volume book series already introduced significant alterations to the source material. Given this, it is worth speculating on the forthcoming divergences that will emerge as the show progresses into its second installment.

Season 1 notably followed the first book and maintained the crucial element of the overarching narrative from the original novels, which revolves around Rand being the Dragon Reborn. However, it has become evident that The Wheel of Time is hesitant to deviate from other aspects of the story, as seen in Moiraine losing her ability to channel, the path Rand and Egwene's romance took, and Perrin's pre-existing marriage prior to the start of the series. In terms of the changes season 2 will bring, the hints provided in The Wheel of Time season 2 trailer offer some insights.

5 Rand & Lanfear’s Relationship

During his journey in The Great Hunt, Rand experienced a peculiar bond with Selene, a mysterious companion who exuded an undeniable romantic tension. Unbeknownst to Rand, Selene was actually Lanfear in disguise, a member of the Forsaken and former lover of the previous Dragon, Lews Therin Telamon. Lanfear cunningly weaved herself into Rand's life by masquerading as the seemingly innocent Selene, concealing her true identity. It wasn't until The Shadow Rising, a book that The Wheel of Time won't adapt until season 3, that Rand finally unraveled the truth about who she really was.

4 Liandrin Leading The Aes Sedai Coup At The White Tower

Rand and Lanfear's relationship in the TV version may diverge significantly from the book. In a particular scene, Lanfear is seen manipulating the One Power around Rand's body, indicating that she may either be assisting him or engaging in combat. Either way, this suggests that at some point during their journey, Rand will come to the realization that Selene possesses the ability to channel, subsequently uncovering her true allegiances.

The Wheel of Time is cleverly emphasizing Liandrin's role as a provocateur within the Aes Sedai, which is consistent with her portrayal in season 1. This suggests that she will take on the role of Elaida in the Aes Sedai coup. In the books, Elaida, a member of the Red Ajah, gathered like-minded Aes Sedai to revolt against Siuan Sanche. Elaida successfully usurped Siuan's position as the Amyrlin Seat and became a significant antagonist in the storyline involving Egwene, Elayne, and Nynaeve.

3 Aviendha Joins Perrin’s Adventure

Elaida's absence in The Wheel of Time series is still a mystery, and no actress has been confirmed for the role yet. While there is a possibility that Elaida might appear in Season 2 while remaining hidden, the longer the wait, the more it seems like her character has been eliminated from the storyline. However, a potential replacement for her could be Liandrin. Liandrin shares similar traits of causing trouble, harboring animosity towards male channelers, and a dislike for Aes Sedai from different Ajahs, just like Moiraine. Considering these connections and hints from the trailer, it appears that Liandrin will be the one responsible for instigating conflicts among the Aes Sedai residing in the White Tower.

The first look at Ayoola Smart’s Aviendha in season 2 of The Wheel of Time sets the stage for an unexpected alliance. Engaged in battle against the Whitecloaks alongside Perrin, Aviendha, a significant character in the series, makes a tantalizing appearance. While Aviendha doesn't make her entrance until the later stages of the third book, The Dragon Reborn, her presence in the trailer suggests that her path might intersect with Perrin's. This implies that she could potentially play a part in Perrin's quest for the Horn of Valere, which takes center stage in The Great Hunt. It's worth noting that in the original books, there was no direct association between Aviendha, the Aiel, and this particular storyline.

2 Ishamael Helps The Seanchan Find The Horn of Valere

In The Wheel of Time season 2, it appears that two villain stories from The Great Hunt will be combined. In the book, both the invading Seanchan and Ishamael were enemies of Rand and his companions. However, they pursued different objectives and did not work together, resulting in separate battles with Rand. Interestingly, the trailer features Wheel of Time's Ishamael - who is revealed to be Fares Fares' character - standing alongside members of the Seanchan. One of the Seanchan leaders is shown opening the box containing the Horn of Valere.

If Ishamael's presence is any indication, he may assist them in obtaining the horn, presumably for his own purposes. It would make sense for Ishamael to align with the Seanchan to streamline the storylines in The Wheel of Time. This raises questions about the show's plans for Semirhage, another member of the Forsaken. In later books, it is revealed that Semirhage infiltrated the Seanchan and manipulated High Lady Suroth as a political pawn. It is possible that the show has chosen to have Ishamael follow this path instead, potentially resulting in Semirhage being excluded from the story entirely.

1 Logain Teaching Rand How To Channel

Undoubtedly, the most significant change in The Wheel of Time season 2 trailer occurs in Rand's interaction with Logain. In the trailer, Rand utters the words, "I want to know how to control it," which holds immense implications for the show's narrative. In the books, Rand eventually finds an ally in Logain, but he never relied on him for training. Instead, he gained greater control over saidin by capturing Asmodean, one of the Forsaken, and compelling him to become his teacher. If Logain were to take on the role of instructing Rand in the use of the One Power, it could potentially eliminate the need for Asmodean to appear later in the story.

Furthermore, Logain's presence in the show hints at a more prominent role than his book counterpart enjoyed. As a false Dragon and once the most powerful channeler known to the Aes Sedai, Logain cast a substantial shadow in the books, yet he was underused in the series. Despite his complex character, he often disappeared for extended periods, even missing out on entire books. By involving him early on in Rand's journey as the Dragon Reborn, The Wheel of Time has the opportunity to elevate Logain to the major character status that he never truly held in the original storyline.