Explain the concept of fate. How does fate relate to Rand's situation? Are his actions fated to have the consequences that they do? Are they fated to see him to the Last Battle, or is Moiraine right to believe that he is not fated to arrive there, but must make the correct choices in order to be alive to fight in the last battle?

Perrin and Faile's relationship seems to begin from a point of antagonism. How can contrast at the beginning of a relationship strength it?

Lanfear is obsessed with Rand, who as the Dragon Reborn, is tied to her former lover Lews Therin Telamon. In what way does her obsession cause her to behave differently than the other Forsaken? Could Rand use these differences to manipulate Lanfear?

The world of the Wheel of Time contains many elements of balance. Aes Sedai can...