The Wheel Weaves Podcast: A Wheel of Time Podcast Ep. New Spring 03 - Ch. 7: The Itch, Ch. 8: Shreds of Serenity, Ch. 9: It Begins & Ch. 10: It Finishes
Oct 5, 2021
Dani and Brett dive into the intriguing world of Moraine and Swan, exploring Tower politics and a hidden search that raises suspicions. They discuss Elida's harsh training methods and the ethics surrounding novice testing. The spotlight shifts to the intense rituals of Moraine's formal testing, featuring the mysterious 100-weave scenarios and a surprising final confetti weave. With spoiler warnings in place, these chapters unravel secrets and complexities that enrich the lore at the heart of the series.
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Signed Robert Jordan Gift
- Brett and Dani describe receiving a signed Robert Jordan hardcover as a surprise gift and celebrating with themed shot glasses.
- They treat the item as a treasured piece of fandom history and plan to preserve and display it carefully.
Penance Explains Tower Discipline
- Brett explains 'mortification of the flesh' as Aes Sedai-style penance tied to atonement and religious practice.
- This clarifies why physical punishments fit the Tower's quasi-religious discipline in New Spring.
Moraine's Itch For Knowledge
- Moraine's relentless curiosity (
